Achievers

JUNE 6, 2022

What do you think of when employee benefits are mentioned? Traditional offerings like health insurance and retirement plans are likely the first things that come to mind. Organizations often fail to go beyond these standard benefits, and if they do, it’s with a few additions that are selected without much thought and seldom improved. Today’s workforce is experiencing a new level of empowerment, and that comes with high expectations potential employers need to meet.

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Griffin Benefits

JUNE 6, 2022

Designing a compliant Paid Time Off (PTO) program is a delicate balance between meeting the evolving needs of your employees and the growing legal requirements set forth at state and local levels. Case in point - mandatory paid sick leave. Laws requiring paid sick leave have grown exponentially during the past eight years. And because paid sick leave laws are based on where an employee works, not on where they get their work assignments, multi-site employers and those with remote workforces are

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Patriot Software

JUNE 8, 2022

In 2019, the state of California put in place the CalSavers Retirement Savings Program, with the goal of enabling California residents to save for retirement. Now, California’s June 30th Calsavers deadline for employers with five or more employees is looming closer. Right now, almost half of all private-sector employees in the U.S. are employed by […] READ MORE.

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Money Talk

JUNE 8, 2022

It is not uncommon for American taxpayers of all ages to have multiple streams of income. Young adults working in the gig economy may have income from a variety of consulting contracts or from a full-time job and “side hustles.” Many older adults also have multiple income sources including Social Security, a pension, full-or part-time work or self-employment, withdrawals from retirement savings (including taxable required minimum distributions or RMDs), and interest, dividends, and capital gains

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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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Achievers

JUNE 6, 2022

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are a bedrock at Achievers. We are always striving to create a workplace where everyone belongs, and help other organizations foster a culture of belonging for their employees. This is such an important way to Change the Way the World Works together. When we write, we take direction from those leading the way in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community on educating society about inclusive terminology.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

JUNE 6, 2022

Ever wished you could predict the future? Or at the very least, predict the timing of a retirement plan audit? Well, you may be in luck on your second wish. Last Friday, the IRS Employee Plans division announced a new pilot program whereby it will notify retirement plan sponsors 90 days in advance that their plan has been selected for upcoming examination.

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HR Digest

JUNE 10, 2022

Toxic productivity is a problem that many people in the workplace struggle with. This is when you spend all of your time working but not getting anything done. This can happen for several reasons, but one of the main causes is being too focused on short-term goals instead of taking a step back and looking at the big picture. If you find yourself feeling like this is happening to you, it’s important to take some time and figure out how to manage it so that you can get more done in less time

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15Five

JUNE 7, 2022

The concept of “being strategic” has become a bit watered down in the business world over the last few years. The phrase is often overused and misinterpreted. So when you truly want to take a more strategic approach (and have your efforts taken seriously), it’s important to define and demonstrate precisely what that means. If you Google synonyms for the word “strategy,” you’ll see things like “master plan,” “grand design,” and “bl

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JUNE 8, 2022

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote working became a necessity. Despite the easing lockdowns, the trend is likely to stay, particularly with “workstations” being actively promoted by the travel industry; however, there are considerable tax consequences for international employers. In this International News article, McDermott’s Gero Burwitz and Isabella Denninger discuss the complexity […].

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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.

Wellable

JUNE 8, 2022

Despite the popularity of wellness programs, these initiatives often fail to achieve high levels of employee engagement and participation. For example, according to Gartner’s 2021 Employee Value Proposition Survey , only a quarter of employees that have access to mental and emotional well-being offerings make use of them.

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Sodexo Engage

JUNE 7, 2022

Summary: The impact of low employee engagement. How can you improve employee engagement? Ready to boost employee engagement? Why is Employee Engagement so Important in a Thriving Business? Take a moment to think about your organisation’s financial objectives and how you’re going to go about achieving them. What’s it going to take? Hiring the right people; retaining your best talent; boosting productivity?

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BerniePortal

JUNE 6, 2022

Time management is a crucial aspect of finding success as an HR professional. You must manage many tasks and stressful decisions each day that can weigh on you both physically and mentally. Discerning the best course of action for dealing with these timely decisions is necessary if you seek to grow in your career. Here we have cultivated a list of 7 essential strategies that can help you maintain productivity, manage your time effectively, and boost your HR career.

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Global People Strategist

JUNE 6, 2022

Due to COVID-19, companies had to devise creative ways to survive as nationwide lockdowns were implemented and employees had to work remotely. While things seem to be improving and offices are opening, uncertainty lingers on as business owners and conglomerates fear another wave. Business owners now realize that business operations are always at risk of getting hit by external factors.

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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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Wellable

JUNE 6, 2022

Mental health is often treated quite differently than other areas of wellness. For example, while employees are likely to feel free to talk about physical ailments (e.g., migraines, the common cold, injuries, etc.), they may be less inclined to discuss anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JUNE 9, 2022

On May 5, 2022, McDermott Partner Erin Turley delivered a presentation during the 2022 TEA National Conference titled “Understanding a Trustee’s Role in Management Incentive Plans.” Her presentation focused on the trustee’s role in Management Incentive Plans (MIPs), how retention and performance stock appreciation rights (SARs) impact an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and ways […].

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BerniePortal

JUNE 10, 2022

BerniePortal’s 5th annual user’s conference is quickly approaching. From speakers to schedules and more, read on to learn everything you need to know about Weekdays with Bernie 2022.

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PeopleKeep

JUNE 8, 2022

With a tight labor market caused by a record number of resignations and job openings, employers need to go above and beyond to attract and retain top talent. Offering competitive employee benefits packages is a great way to attract and retain your employees, with many employers looking to employee stipends and fringe benefits. But, as with any employee benefit , you need to know how to manage these perks, including understanding their taxability.

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Florida Workers' Comp

JUNE 8, 2022

In yet another interesting example of judicial interpretation, the California Court of Appeal has concluded that bees are fish. How could we miss a headline like that? Of all sources, it showed up in my news feed from the Sacramento Bee (a newspaper/website, not an actual Arthropoda, but I digress. Bees, you see are born in and primarily live in the water, swimming through their lives feeding on various insects, worms, other fish, and even mammals (sarcasm).

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JUNE 7, 2022

The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued guidance for the first time on the investment of retirement plan assets in cryptocurrencies. Compliance Assistance Release No. 2022-01 cautions 401(k) plan fiduciaries to “exercise extreme care” before allowing participants to invest plan assets in cryptocurrencies because cryptocurrencies “present significant risks and challenges to participants’ retirement accounts, […].

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BerniePortal

JUNE 8, 2022

Mental health is an ongoing concern among employees in the modern workforce. For this reason, the DOL released Fact Sheet #28O and an FAQ during Mental Health Awareness month. Here is a breakdown of the release and everything you should know to ensure you are compliant with the mental health leave policies as laid out by FMLA.

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PeopleKeep

JUNE 7, 2022

Thanks to the Great Resignation, the labor market is currently in a state of stiff competition. Organizations are looking to fill vacant positions and grow, but there are more open positions than job candidates. With employee turnover also at an all-time high, organizations need to find ways to keep their current employees. From an HR perspective, this presents the opportunity and a demand to create a positive employee experience and foster employees who want to stay with your organization, cont

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Florida Workers' Comp

JUNE 6, 2022

The DailyDot recently reported regarding a Tik Tok video about the lunch hour. It illustrated for me the way that our world is changing and reminded that people can have very different perspectives on things. The worker who made the video "was told work was 9 to 5," but was "unpleasantly surprised to learn that many modern jobs. (are) 8 to 5. (with) an unpaid hour-long lunch break." she was non-plussed by the revelation, and thus the video claiming the lunch hour is "a scam" and "sneaky.

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HR Lineup

JUNE 6, 2022

Recruitment can be challenging, and as a recruiter, it is essential that you stay abreast with developing trends to learn the best approach to it. Besides online content inspired by top HR tech influencers, you should consider listening to recruitment podcasts. The best element about podcasts is that you can listen to them anywhere and understand content as received.

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Vantage Circle

JUNE 10, 2022

Starting a new job can be daunting for an employee. Along with a slew of new roles and responsibilities, they are expected to become acquainted with the company's culture, mission, and values. That is why it is critical to have a comprehensive employee handbook that can be used as a roadmap to navigate your company's culture. But first: What is an Employee Handbook?

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PeopleKeep

JUNE 8, 2022

American Indians and Alaska Natives face many healthcare inequalities from other Americans, such as high uninsured rates and barriers to finding proper care, which can lead to a poor overall health status. These groups often have limited access to employer-sponsored health coverage due to a lower employment rate and working in jobs that don’t offer health benefits.

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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.

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