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What Is a Cost of Living Raise?

Patriot Software

Employees love raises. Regular raises can improve employee happiness and put them in a better financial position. And, raises can reduce your employee turnover. You can give raises for merit or increasing job value. You might also give a cost of living raise. Employee raise expectations and employer plans are out of sync. Our free […] READ MORE.

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C-suite vs employees: Closing the flexible work disconnect

Achievers

The world of work has changed. This may seem like an obvious statement after more than two years of working through a pandemic, an unprecedented resignation wave, and a looming recession. However, according to HR, more than half of company leaders don’t understand that organizations must change how they attract and retain employees to remain competitive. 56% of HR executives say their company leaders don’t appreciate that the world of work has changed.

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Attract and Retain Employees with Earned Wage Access (EWA)

TalentCulture - Employee Benefits

Sponsored by: ADP Employers are looking for new ways to stand out in terms of employee perks and benefits. One solution: earned wage access (EWA). This is a powerful tool when it comes to meeting today’s employee needs. It’s also got proven advantages when it comes to attracting talent and landing great hires right now. […]. The post Attract and Retain Employees with Earned Wage Access (EWA) appeared first on TalentCulture.

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My Take-Aways from Retirement Planning Guidebook

Money Talk

I recently read Retirement Planning Guidebook , a 453-page tome by retirement researcher and American College professor Dr. Wade Pfau, cover to cover. As an age 60+ adult and a CFP® professional, I consider myself fairly well informed about retirement planning topics. Nevertheless, there was still many valuable insights. Whether you read this book completely, as I did, or use it as an “as-needed” desk reference, Dr.

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive

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Outdated staffing models need a makeover in the gig economy

Employee Benefit News

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Two-thirds of Small Firms Are Boosting Their Benefits Packages: Poll

InterWest Insurance Services

Now more than ever, employers need to step up their employee benefits game beyond providing group health insurance. Thanks to the Great Resignation, employees are demanding more from their current and prospective employers. And those that don’t deliver lose employees or have trouble attracting new talent, as long-time colleagues head for the exits.

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How to Gross up Payroll

Patriot Software

If you want to pay an employee supplemental compensation, such as a bonus or a relocation payment, you must withhold payroll taxes just like with regular wages. But, what if you want an employee to receive a specific amount after taxes? That is when you gross-up payroll figures. And to do that, you need to […] READ MORE.

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Are Employers Revisiting Student Loan Repayment Strategies Now?

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

President Biden’s student loan relief plan is affecting employers’ considerations for student loan repayment benefits, according to a new survey report from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. Eleven. Read more > The post Are Employers Revisiting Student Loan Repayment Strategies Now? appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Respond before the Trouble Starts

Florida Workers' Comp

It is persistently uncomfortable to see a lawyer accused of error or poor behavior. Too often, the news reports on attorneys who are accused of straying from the path. Petition for Disciplinary Revocation (August 2022). Judges too, are not immune from such challenges. Public Confidence (July 2022); Sign Language and Curiosities (July 2022). In Disciplinary Revocation , the story reportedly involved and "attorney already under emergency suspension.

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4-Week Roadmap for New Hires

Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.

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How to Deal With Disappointment: 5 Ways to Get Over it

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is disappointment? 5 ways to deal with disappointment. What are the causes of disappointment? Is feeling disappointed good for you? Know when to look for help. We’ve all felt waves of disappointment when something doesn’t go according to plan. Whether it’s canceling a wedding due to a global pandemic or missing out on the promotion you wanted, learning how to deal with disappointment is just part of life.

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How to Write a Follow-up Email After No Response (Examples Included)

HR Digest

After you’ve sent an email and it doesn’t get a response, what should you do? Your next move is to write another email—a follow-up email after no response from an interview. . It may seem like this is overkill—but it’s not. It’s just the first step in getting your message across. And when it comes to getting your emails read and responded to promptly, following up is essential.

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3 layers of nuances to the ‘Great Resignation’

Pacific Prime

Coined the ‘Great Resignation’ by businesses and management Anthony Klotz, who used the term in interviews and opinion pieces about the phenomenon in mid-2021, millions of employees in the US and around the world have been quitting their jobs as the pandemic subsides. From unsatisfactory treatment by employers to the mental health impacts of lockdowns.

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A New Beginning

Florida Workers' Comp

Another WCI educational conference is in the can. Notably, 2022 was largely a return to the normalcy we all enjoyed before the Great Pandemic in 2020. The 2022 edition, however, brought both familiarity and change. We have all heard the Opening Session speech about the four original organizers (claimant's attorneys Gerald Rosenthal and David Parish each had roles in addition to the remaining founders Steve Rissman and Jim McConnaughhay).

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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For true inclusion and belonging, focus on the locus

BetterUp

The past two years have thrust diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives to the forefront in professional spaces. Racial justice movements, a devastating pandemic, fast-changing (and ever-shifting) workplace dynamics , and social and political unrest have required organizational leadership to reassess values — and quickly.

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Just breathe: Common difficult conversations at work scenarios

Business Management Daily

No matter what type of company or organization you work at, navigating tough conversations is simply a fact of life. Whether you have to deliver a less-than-flattering performance review or discipline an employee for harassment — knowing how to navigate challenging conversations is an excellent skill for any professional to have. Yet, that doesn’t mean it’s a skill that’s particularly widespread.

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CDC Updates Its COVID-19 Guidelines: What Does It Mean for Your Business?

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On August 11, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) unveiled its updated COVID-19 guidelines, revising both quarantine and isolation guidelines in the process. The updates reflect the growing number of vaccinated individuals (meaning, those individuals who have received initial doses and all recommended boosters) and past exposures, leading to a greater level […].

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BerniePortal August Product Updates

BerniePortal

At BerniePortal, we are constantly improving our software to fit your HR needs. To keep you in the know, we dish up the latest Bernie Scoop each month — no matter how big or small the update. Here are the 2 BerniePortal product updates released this month that will help streamline your organization’s HR functions.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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Organizational structure: Your guide to configuring and growing teams

BetterUp

Many company organizational structures are pretty linear — or, more accurately, pretty triangular. The traditional “org chart” images of a pyramid depict companies with a few powerful individuals at the top of the company. Under that is a slightly wider level that reports to them. Each subsequent level gets wider and wider, with a large base of entry-level employees at the “bottom.”.

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W-4s: Clearing up employee confusion on the revised form

Business Management Daily

Someone asked recently if we have a one-page document explaining the revised W-4 that HR can provide to new employees who may not have filed a W-4 in years. We’ve combed our archives and, while we’ve written extensively about the revised form over the last couple of years, nothing comes close to a one-pager because, well, the form is complicated. While the form’s many nuances make it easy to get bogged down and in the weeds, we’ve opted here to focus on some important general aspects

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New SEC Rules Heighten Scrutiny Over Executive Pay

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On August 25, 2022, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted final rules imposing new mandatory “pay for performance” disclosures for most public companies (foreign private issuers, emerging growth companies and registered investment companies are excluded). These rules implement Section 953(a) of the Dodd-Frank Act, which provided for the SEC to adopt pay for […].

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What can you do to prevent employee burnout?

Honeybee

Employee burnout can be very serious and can lead to high employee turnover, low productivity, and a variety of health problems. It’s important to take steps to ensure that your workplace isn’t causing workers to. Read more. The post What can you do to prevent employee burnout? appeared first on Honeybee Benefits.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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The 8 Stages of Life: What Can We learn From Each One?

BetterUp

Jump to section. What are the stages of life? The 8 stages of life. Other theories about the stages of life. How to navigate and thrive through the stages of life.

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Types of employee training programs — which is the right fit?

Business Management Daily

Building a solid employee training program is important. Not only does training improve employee performance and ensure that new employees have the skills that they need to excel in their roles, but it can also improve employee engagement and retention. Training programs should support employees throughout their entire employee lifecycle so that they have the skills they need to grow and develop within the company.

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State Law Privacy Video Series | Employee Exemptions

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

California, Virginia and Colorado have new privacy laws coming into effect in 2023. But now is the time to start preparing your business or organization for compliance. Throughout the State Law Privacy video series, we examine the different aspects of these laws and provide you the knowledge and tools you need for proper compliance. In […]. The post State Law Privacy Video Series | Employee Exemptions appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Can You Spot the Differences Between Back Pay vs. Retro Pay?

Patriot Software

Everybody makes mistakes. And if you’re an employer, you’ve probably made (or will make) a payroll mistake at some point. If you make a mistake or forget to pay an employee certain wages (e.g., bonus), you might need to provide retroactive or back pay. Read on to get the scoop on back pay vs. retro […] READ MORE.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.