Sodexo Engage

JANUARY 19, 2023

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Employee Benefits 52

CorpStrat

JANUARY 17, 2023

Many employee benefits are subject to annual dollar limits that are adjusted for inflation by the IRS each year. The following commonly offered Employee Benefits are subject to these limits: High deductible health plans (HDHPs) and health savings accounts (HSAs). Health flexible spending accounts (FSAs). 401(k) plans. Transportation fringe benefit plans.

401(k) 52

401(k) Employee Benefits Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account 52

PeopleKeep

JANUARY 18, 2023

Gaining in popularity as a type of consumer driven health plans (CDHPs), health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) allow employees to take better charge of their healthcare and budget for themselves and their families. HRAs have similar regulations as other tax-advantaged health benefits, like health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).

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InterWest Insurance Services

JANUARY 17, 2023

There is a growing threat to companies that use online services to administer their employee benefits and payroll as cyber criminals increasingly exploit these cloud service platforms. The results of a hacker gaining access to the company’s payroll systems, sloshing with cash, as well as employees’ personally identifiable information can be devastating both to the employer as well as its workers, according to a blog by the law firm McLane Middleton.

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Payroll 401(k) Payroll System Payroll Service 84

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Employee Benefit News

JANUARY 18, 2023

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Health Savings Account 94

Money Talk

JANUARY 18, 2023

The year 2022 was chock full of news about inflation, with a year-to year Consumer Price Index increase of 9.1% in June and a still-high 6.5% CPI at year-end. Not surprisingly, much of the news was negative; e.g., soaring prices for food, gas, utilities, cars, insurance, and more. What often gets lost in conversations and media reports about inflation are the ways that some people can benefit from it.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JANUARY 17, 2023

Besides health insurance and a 401(k) plan, other benefits that employees value highly are generous paid time off and flexible or remote work, according to a new survey. But for the first time, the annual study by employee benefits provider Unum found that the younger generations are not on the same page with their older peers when it comes to what they value most in their benefits package. “A multi-generational workforce is a huge benefit for companies,” said Liz Ahmed, executive vi

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401(k) Health Insurance Insurance Voluntary Benefits 87

Employee Benefits

JANUARY 16, 2023

Record high inflation in the UK is resulting in some employers increasing pay levels in an attempt to keep up. Unless changes to pay strategy are underpinned by a clear rationale and aligned to a well-thought through reward initiative, they are at risk of being unsustainable in the long-term. Alongside one-off payments and pay rises, employers may want to consider investing in a long-term strategy to ensure the financial wellbeing of their employees.

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Employment Salary Consulting Pension 105

HR Digest

JANUARY 14, 2023

It’s no news that the business world will experience changes in management in 2023. And HR is going to have to keep up. The new year is here, so it’s time for HR professionals to start thinking about how they’ll be ready for the future. HR leaders are always looking for ways to improve their employees’ lives and the company’s bottom line.

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Darwinbox

JANUARY 16, 2023

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Technology IT 105

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JANUARY 17, 2023

What can employers do to assist workers with student loan debt? According to this PlanSponsor article, some strategies include direct-to-worker payments or an indirect option for student debt repayment benefits. McDermott Partner Jeffrey Holdvogt said a loan consolidation or refinancing option can help workers get a lower interest rate. “There’s an expectation that many individuals […].

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Employment Employee Benefits Retirement Plan 98

Employee Benefits

JANUARY 18, 2023

One effective way in which employers can help drive employee engagement with pensions is by ensuring ease of access, so they can engage more easily and more regularly. Different age groups will ultimately respond to information in different ways, so employers should consider using different methods of communication according to employees’ preferences.

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Pension Finance Technology Consulting 111

HR Digest

JANUARY 19, 2023

What you realize is that it isn’t always the big, new, shiny initiatives that make the biggest difference. People want to be treated with respect, they want to feel included as part of the team, and they want to have opportunities to learn and succeed. The HR Digest: “At McDonald’s, we believe that serving up a best-in-class customer experience starts first with ensuring an exceptional employee experience.

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Education Human Resources Technology Management 122

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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Pacific Prime

JANUARY 15, 2023

Did you know that 78% of employees want a better work-life balance? This has prompted the number of companies offering an unlimited time off policy to have risen sharply in recent years, as these forward-thinking employers recognize the benefit as a gateway to a more flexible workplace. Under an unlimited time off policy, employees can. The post The pros and cons of an unlimited time off policy for employers appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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Employment Employee Benefits 98

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JANUARY 19, 2023

On January 5, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a proposed rule that would prohibit employers from using noncompete agreements with their employees or independent contractors. This proposal arises from a preliminary finding by the FTC that noncompetes constitute an unfair method of competition in violation of Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC […] The post FTC Proposes Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

Commissions 98

Commissions Employee Benefits Employment 98

Employee Benefits

JANUARY 17, 2023

Image credit: 8ED8 / Shutterstock.com. Food and drink manufacturer PepsiCo UK and pharmaceutical firm Pfizer UK have made the Top UK Employers list for 2023. The Top Employers Institute compiled the list by reviewing HR policies and people practices across organisations around the world, including 99 UK organisations. In order to achieve certification, participating organisations’ HR practices were assessed by the institute through its HR best practices survey.

Employment 110

Employment Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Food 110

HR Digest

JANUARY 19, 2023

Being an inspiring leader means understanding what it takes for your colleagues to be a daughter or a son, a sister or a brother, a spouse or a companion, and so much more outside of work, as well as their professional métier. The HR Digest: You have stated several times that “leaders should connect with employees personally, even if it means sacrificing the company’s productivity time.” Why do you believe this is important as a CHRO?

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Workplace Insight

JANUARY 15, 2023

So here it is. Blue Monday. Today. Officially the most depressing day of the year. We say ‘officially’, but like the idea of ‘Body Odour’ its common usage hides the fact that it was originally created as part of a PR campaign, in this case one for Sky’s travel channel in 2005. The whole idea of Blue Monday is couched in a pseudo-mathematical equation which includes factors like the weather, levels of debt, time since Christmas, low levels of motivation and, apparently, an unspecified variable kn

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Media Management IT 98

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JANUARY 18, 2023

On December 1, 2022, the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee (PRAC) Health Care Subgroup issued its report on fraud, waste and abuse risks that arose as a result of the dramatic increase in telehealth services provided during the COVID-19 pandemic. The PRAC was created under the CARES Act to oversee the historic spending that was part of the […].

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Employee Benefits Health and Welfare IT 98

Employee Benefits

JANUARY 18, 2023

Global technology organisation Siemens, which employs approximately 7,000 employes in the UK, believes it is important for its younger employees to understand that pension saving is most effective when they start early on. This gives them more time to build up contributions and investment returns, and make the most of the employer contributions on offer.

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Pension Electronics Benefits Package Technology 105

HR Digest

JANUARY 19, 2023

I believe high performing leaders needs to have a well-rounded skillset to lead effectively in the current environment, and the ability to flex and lean in on different capabilities depending on the situation. The HR Digest: C. H. Robinson recently received its World Finance Sustainability Awards 2022. How do you think it was possible and what were the steps you took as a CHRO to motivate employees to work as a team and achieve it?

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Human Resources Transportation Health Education 109

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15Five

JANUARY 18, 2023

Each time your organization loses a great employee, it hurts. Though some regrettable turnover is inevitable and expected, when too many of those losses start stacking up, the entire employee experience can topple over like dominoes. The impact of employee turnover—particularly regrettable turnover—can be felt throughout a company, from dips in productivity to wounded team morale.

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Human Resources Employee Retention Management Employment 96

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

JANUARY 18, 2023

As a benefits professional, you often wear many hats, and communications could be one of the more challenging roles you encounter. You’re required to not only inform but inspire employees. Read more > The post Magazine Extra: Benefits Touch Points—Communicating When It Matters appeared first on Word on Benefits.

IT 96

IT Parental Leave 401(k) Life Insurance 96

Employee Benefits

JANUARY 19, 2023

Expecting a baby and planning maternity or parental leave is an exciting time, but it is also important to consider the financial impact that a new arrival can bring. As the cost of living crisis continues, it is now more important than ever that new parents understand how their finances will be affected and what actions they can take. WEALTH at work, a leading financial wellbeing and retirement specialist, highlights some top tips to help new parents stay in control of their finances: 1.

Finance 105

Finance Parental Leave Pension Salary 105

HR Digest

JANUARY 17, 2023

Employer branding strategies are a crucial component of any successful recruitment and retention strategy. According to research, companies with a strong employer brand have 28% lower turnover rates and are able to attract 50% more qualified candidates. These strategies are designed to create a strong sense of loyalty and trust between your business and your workforce, which can lead to improved performance and efficiency.

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Employment Employee Retention Recruitment IT 105

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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