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14 employee recognition survey questions and the reasons behind them

Achievers

You’ve probably heard that recognition is important. Maybe your organization has even decided to implement a formal program. But a year post-launch, participation is lackluster at best. You’re nowhere near the benchmarks you hoped to achieve, even though you know companies that invest in social recognition are twice as likely to see better individual employee performances.

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 Employee benefits are inequitable — and it’s getting worse

Joe Markland

Read my recent article as published in Employee Benefit News. See the link below.

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Make the Workplace Worth the Commute

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes. I discovered an informative website recently called the Microsoft Work Trend Index. It’s focused on providing insights about hybrid work as well as work in general. I know that some organizations are focused on inviting employees back to onsite work and trying to reduce the amount of remote and hybrid work available to employees.

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Twelve Tax Planning Topics for 2022

Money Talk

The 2021 income tax season will soon be in the history books. With income tax calculations still fresh in our heads, this is a great time to do some tax planning for 2022. Here are 12 tax topics to consider: Itemized Deductions- Only about 10% of taxpayers can itemize since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act went into effect in 2018. Absent catastrophic medical bills or a natural disaster declared by the U.S.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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Ninth Circuit Revives Fee Challenge to Salesforce.com 401(k) Plan

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

On Friday, the Ninth Circuit became the first circuit court to rule in a 401(k) plan fee and investment litigation following the Supreme Court’s January 2022 decision in Hughes v. Northwestern University , 142 S. Ct. 737 (2022). In Davis v. Salesforce.com, Inc., No. 21-15867 (9th Cir. Apr. 8, 2022), the Ninth Circuit, without discussing Hughes , upheld the viability of the types of claims that Hughes reinstated and remanded for further review.

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The Best Mental Health Podcasts for 2022

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is a mental health podcast? 20 of the best mental health podcasts. How do I choose the best mental health podcast?

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Anyone Can Master the Art of Being More Likeable at Work — Here’s How

HR Digest

We’ve often Googled one of these terms: “How do I be more likeable at work?” or “Why am I not a likeable person?” From your digital identity on LinkedIn to the workplace, likeability is a modern-day must-have. But what does it mean to be likeable — especially at work, where we’re often at each other’s throats trying to be the next rung on the ladder?

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Amazon Continues Healthcare Expansion with Two New Partnerships

BerniePortal

Amazon entered the healthcare industry in September of 2019 when they first launched Amazon Care. Since then, they have only continued with their expansion efforts by adding clients such as Hilton , purchasing PillPack, and developing features to their smart technology such as Drop-In and Amazon Together. With so much growth in the last several years, Amazon is making a real push into the healthcare industry.

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Lack of leadership is the top reason for The Big Quit

Business Management Daily

Ineffective managers not only contribute to low morale but can drive top talent out the door. A 2022 GoodHire study showed an astonishing 82 percent of workers would consider quitting their jobs because of a bad manager. Ineffective leadership traits include bullying, scolding team members in public, avoiding conflict, fostering unhealthy competition, seeing only what’s wrong, taking all the credit, controlling everything, and discouraging new ideas.

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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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Stay Healthy While Commuting to Work

Benefit Resource Inc.

The pandemic has been difficult for many of us, but with cases decreasing, you might find yourself preparing to head back into the office. You may also wonder what precautions you can take to stay healthy while commuting and working in an office. We have an easy-to-follow guide to help you commute safely and stay healthy. DO’s DONT’s Wash your hands after touching surfaces, handles, or money on public transport.

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What are Ancillary Benefits? | PeopleKeep

PeopleKeep

There are many options to choose from when it comes to offering a health benefit to your employees. While some options are immediately recognizable, such as traditional group health insurance, others are more difficult to understand. You may have seen the term “ancillary benefits” when searching for health insurance coverage. But what are ancillary benefits, and why should you offer them to your employees?

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The latest trends in employee recognition and reward strategy

Sodexo Engage

Summary: What are the latest trends in reward and recognition? How has the pandemic affected trends? Why is it important to remain on top of trends? How often should you review your reward and recognition offering? The latest trends in employee recognition and reward strategy. Does your organisation take employee recognition and rewards seriously? It should.

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Proposed IRS RMD Regulations Present Challenges, Risks for 403(b) Plans

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is strategically working to execute the statutory changes that were outlined by the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act) of 2019. However, the IRS’s efforts to streamline the required minimum distribution (RMD) requirements for Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 403(b) plans with Section 401(a) qualified plans, […].

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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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4 Strategies To Help Organizations Fix the Gender Wage Gap

15Five

At a previous employer, I discovered I managed a group of employees who were all making more than me. After finally being promoted to a senior role and getting a double-digit percentage salary bump, I found out how my pay compared to my team. The joy I felt about my promotion and being rewarded for my performance turned into disbelief and anger. Even though I appreciated the salary increase, I couldn’t help but wonder why the company underpaid me for so long.

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Injury Caused by Defeated Machine Guard Results in OSHA Fine of $159,522

Workers' Compensation

An employee working at Crystal Finishing Systems Inc.’s aluminum extrusion facility in Weston was hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a puller machine while trying to unjam a piece of aluminum. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration investigated the Dec. 21, 2021, incident and determined 6-foot chain-link safety guards were not affixed around the 8-inch extrusion press line to prevent workers from coming in contact with the puller.

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How to stop self-sabotaging: 5 steps to change your behavior

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is self-sabotage? Identifying self-sabotage. The psychological impact of self-sabotage. How to stop sabotaging yourself.

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Does The 4-Day Workweek Work?

Wellable

As employees return to the office, they are re-thinking how they work and what they want their workweek to look like. Often, they are looking to maintain their remote-work setups or shift to a hybrid arrangement.

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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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What is the No Surprises Act? | PeopleKeep

PeopleKeep

Medical debt in the U.S. has reached $140 billion and is now the greatest source of debt for Americans. One reason medical debt has increased is surprise billing. Surprise medical bills happen when insured consumers inadvertently receive care from out-of-network hospitals, doctors, or another provider they didn’t choose. The Journal of the American Medical Association reports that one in five insured adults havereceived a surprise medical bill in the past two years, and 18% of emergency room vis

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Employer's Guide to Employee Perks on a Budget | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Employee perks are an excellent way to boost employee morale and attract and retain top talent. These added benefits can demonstrate that you care about your employee's well-being and overall satisfaction in the workplace. That said, perks can be pricey. Here’s how you can incorporate employee perks into your benefits plan without breaking the bank.

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Cryptocurrency for Employee Benefits Lawyers: What You Need to Know

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

As the popularity of cryptocurrency continues to grow, what do employee benefits lawyers need to know about these emerging investment options? McDermott Partners Andrew Liazos, Andrea Kramer and Brian Tiemann recently offered their perspectives about cryptocurrencies and how they relate to Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) plans, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and […].

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Growing an Organization’s Culture Organically: In Conversation With Chitbhanu Nagri From Razorpay

Darwinbox

“I ask people to focus on becoming good human beings before they aspire to become good professionals”, declared our guest on this episode of ‘Dialogue with Darwin’ when asked to give advice to HR folks. We are joined by Chitbhanu Nagri, Senior VP of People Operations at Razorpay in this illuminating conversation about the vital role of organizational culture.

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

Speaker: Speakers:

HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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What CPAs should know about HRAs | PeopleKeep

PeopleKeep

In addition to advising their clients on financial matters, certified public accountants (CPAs) and tax professionals are tasked with explaining the details of the health insurance marketplace and other regulations to their clients, as well as advising on which health benefits are financially best for employers and individuals. These tasks have expanded since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the American Rescue Plan have created new tax opportunities for organizations and individuals in the Uni

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How Personality Tests Can Improve Retention | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Who are you? And why are you here? These existential questions could keep you busy for a lifetime. But if you narrow your focus to the workplace, you can arrive at some clarity of purpose and personnel in this lifetime. How? By using personality assessments to better understand your employees, your teams, and yourself, HR pros can address some of the deepest issues impacting retention.

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FDA Publishes Proposed Rule on National Standards for the Licensure of Wholesale Drug Distributors and Third-Party Logistics Providers

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its proposed rule National Standards for the Licensure of Wholesale Drug Distributors and Third-Party Logistics Providers on February 4, 2022. The proposed rule sets national standards for the licensing of prescription drug wholesale distributors (WDDs) and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) with the goal of strengthening the security […].

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7 Workplace Laws You Can’t Afford to Let Slip Your Mind

Patriot Software

Becoming an employer is an exciting time. But, it also comes with a ton of responsibilities, including running payroll, withholding taxes from employee wages, and following oh-so-important workplace laws. But, which workplace and labor laws do your business need to follow? Who enforces workplace laws? Workplace and labor laws help ensure employees are safe and […] READ MORE.

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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.