Achievers

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Every company relies on its talent to carry it to new heights. But if your organization’s employees feel unappreciated, it won’t be long before they start looking for other opportunities. According to Achievers’ 2022 State of Recognition Report, two-thirds of employees state that feeling appreciated would reduce their desire to job hunt, while more than half say appreciation would make them less likely to take a call from a headhunter.

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Money Talk

OCTOBER 27, 2022

While taxpayers have until the tax filing deadline in April 2023 to contribute to an individual retirement account (IRA) for 2022, many people prefer to make all of their current year tax-saving moves before year-end. This leaves about two months to make an IRA deposit during the 2022 calendar year or up to six months if you wait until April. Below is a discussion of IRAs and details about how they can lower your taxes and provide a retirement savings nest egg: Description - An IRA enables worke

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Patriot Software

OCTOBER 26, 2022

As an employer, you’re responsible for many different payroll taxes, including FUTA tax (aka, federal unemployment tax). But in some cases, you may not be responsible for paying FUTA tax. In fact, some businesses are exempt from the tax altogether. Get to know all about FUTA tax exemption and whether or not your business has […] READ MORE.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 25, 2022

If you're an applicable large employer (ALE) with more than 50 full-time equivalent employees, that means your organization is subject to more regulations than smaller businesses, especially when it comes to offering health insurance coverage. One requirement ALEs must follow is the affordability requirement that ensures your employer-sponsored coverage is affordable to your full-time employees.

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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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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 27, 2022

California companies with more than 15 California-based employees will have to disclose hourly or annual salary ranges for all job postings by January 1, 2023. According to this HR Brew article, McDermott Partner Michelle Strowhiro said she recommends HR professionals review job descriptions with business leaders and legal counsel (preferably, under legal privilege).

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Joe Markland

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The following article was published in Employee Benefit News. More than half of Americans have reported medical debt of some kind, lamenting that it affects other financial goals. As a result, many are delaying care. So it’s not surprising that employers, with the guidance and support of their benefit brokers, have been trying virtually every trick in the book to control costs — with little to no avail.

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Florida Workers' Comp

OCTOBER 25, 2022

A recent story in The Florida Bar News provides some poignant reminders about the world as it is, and the challenges that some face. The system is being updated to distribute only document links instead of transmitting the actual documents as attachments. This will undoubtedly decrease the bandwidth required for the messages, and that is an important concern for the person (entity) sending the email.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Asking the right questions before selecting or designing an employee training program can help determine whether the handpicked approach is the right solution or whether there’s an immediate need for performance issues to address. What matters is not how effective employee training methods you’ve picked, but the prior methodology wherein the trainer determines training goals, adaptive behavior, and whether certain employee training methods for employees are worth pursuing.

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TalentCulture - Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 25, 2022

It’s not a stretch to say COVID changed everything—including the way working families think about childcare benefits. Before the pandemic, parents struggled with childcare challenges, of course. But the day-to-day realities grew much worse when the pandemic struck. After the initial shock of schools and childcare centers shutting down, families were left to figure out […].

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BetterUp

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Jump to section. What are soft skills? Why do soft skills in the workplace matter? Examples of soft skills that are crucial at work. How to spot soft skills in employees and candidates. How to help employees with soft skill development.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

OCTOBER 24, 2022

BRI is thrilled to have received two honors in the inaugural BenefitsPRO Luminaries in the Class of 2022, one for the company in the Humanizing Benefits category and one for Becky Seefeldt , BRI’s Vice President of Strategy, in the category of Education and Communication. Luminaries Class of 2022. This professional recognition program celebrates top benefits professionals and organizations that strive to transform and humanize the benefits business and set a bright example within the industry.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Truth be told, an experience from the past is most likely to determine what the future could look like (maybe a tiny glimpse of it). Situational interview questions are no different when it comes to achieving this. These questions give an insight into what an employee’s past experience was like and could directly impact what the future could look like.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Select case summaries from the Benefits Magazine October 2022 Legal & Legislative Reporter. The post Legal & Legislative Reporter: Mental Health Parity Act Violation appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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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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BetterUp

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Agile organization. If you’re here, you’ve likely heard this term. It has floated around virtual meetings. It's been blasted from stages in conference centers and hovered in strategy meetings.

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Florida Workers' Comp

OCTOBER 23, 2022

I’ve been having a great many telephone conversations recently around the central theme of professionalism. There is a sentiment that the detachment brought on by evolving technology, and accelerated by the pandemic, has led to a deterioration in interpersonal skills. Worse, there are perceptions that this deterioration is eroding professionalism in broad contexts.

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LACE Partners

OCTOBER 27, 2022

When we talk about management empowerment, what do we mean? How can management empowerment effect the employee experience? Chris and Emma Leonis-Hughes chat with Yvonne Wilcock, CEO of Empowering People Group and AdviserPlus, on what businesses can do to empower their managers. The post The power of management empowerment appeared first on LACE Partners.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The PBGC final rule details permissible investments for SFA assets. Get key takeaways in our latest blog. The post PBGC Special Financial Assistance Final Rule: Permissible Investments appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 26, 2022

When looking to attract and retain qualified workers, you need to evaluate how your organization approaches its compensation package and employee benefits. With a tight labor market and changing demands from job seekers and current employees, you may need to adjust your employee compensation strategy. But what is a compensation strategy, and how does it impact your organization’s recruitment and retention efforts?

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 22, 2022

TikTok’s latest buzzword “weaponized incompetence” has brought to light a toxic practice pertaining to the workplace. Weaponized incompetence can play out in friendship, parenting, and even romantic relationships. But in this article, we break down the meaning, and how to handle it, along with red flags to spot around the workplace. Here’s what you need to know first.

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Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 27, 2022

If you've never appreciated or thanked your boss but can't find the right time to do so, Thanksgiving is the place to start. Even though wishing Happy Thanksgiving to bosses and managers might seem small— and even awkward at times— trust me when I say that the reaction you get from them will be well worth the effort. Are Bosses And Managers Happy At The Workplace?

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BetterUp

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Jump to section. 12 ways to make working from home with kids easier. Remember — this won’t last forever.

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InterWest Insurance Services

OCTOBER 27, 2022

As health care costs continue rising and employees are being asked to shoulder more of the expense burden, you can help them by offering a tax-advantaged plan that allows them to save for medical expenses. These cafeteria plans, which are governed by Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Service Code, allow your employees to withhold a portion of their pre-tax salary to cover certain medical or childcare expenses.

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The Workcomp Writer

OCTOBER 27, 2022

In a split decision, the Supreme Court of Florida reversed a decision by the state’s Second District Court of Appeal and held that where a plaintiff tenders a written offer of settlement pursuant to § 768.79, Fla. Stat.—the state’s offer of judgment and demand for judgment statute—and the defendant files an unequivocal written acceptance, a settlement contract is formed and the contract could be enforced by either of the parties [ Suarez Trucking FL Corp. v.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 24, 2022

A performance improvement plan is more likely viewed as a “firing” scheme. But on the contrary, it is nothing of the sort. While most companies have used it in the past as an opportunity to hint at employee termination, recent observations indicate a U-turn. Until recently, a performance improvement PIP plan was considered a means to help employees improve in their various jobs.

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15Five

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Where do you see yourself ten years from now? If you fall into the Baby Boomer demographic, perhaps you’re picturing how you’ll spend your retirement. On the other hand, if you’re a Millennial, chances are your 10-year-plan involves moving into more senior roles and mapping out the final decade or two of your career. But what about Gen-Z? Research shows that the demographic born between 1997 and 2012 will likely be at the peak of their careers and on track to become the most influential cohort i

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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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