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The complexities of the gender pay gap: What do you need to know?

LACE Partners

How much of the gender pay gap discussion is related to pay? And why should businesses focus on more than just pay? How much of the gender pay gap challenge is industry-specifically related? How much does size and geography play in issues surrounding the gender pay gap? In this latest LACE Partners podcast we talk to Josh Harmston-Gething, who undertook extensive work in his previous employment and shares our story.

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SCOTUS Overturns Roe v. Wade: Implications for Employers

Griffin Benefits

As has been widely reported, the Supreme Court has overturned the 1973 decision Roe v. Wade. In Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization , the Supreme Court concluded there is no directly embedded Constitutional right to an abortion. Instead, the Court ruled that individual states can now regulate abortion. So what will this mean for medical plan sponsors?

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How Do 3401(a) Wages Work?

Patriot Software

As an employer, you’re probably familiar with W-2 wages and how they work. But, have you ever heard of 3401(a) wages? If you offer retirement plans, it’s time for your crash course. Get the lowdown on what 3401(a) wages are, how they work, and other 3401(a)-specific rules. What are 3401(a) wages? The 3401(a) compensation definition […] READ MORE.

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It’s Time for a Mid-Year Financial Check-Up

Money Talk

It’s that time again…time for a mid-year financial check-up! We are almost at the halfway mark of 2022, which makes this a perfect time to assess your financial progress and take action over the next six months. Last year, I wrote a blog post about mid-year financial check-up s for the OneOp Personal Finance team. In it, I urged a review of tax deductions/credits, tax withholding, budgeting/cash flow, flexible spending accounts, financial goal progress, and investment portfolio status.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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The key things employers must know about HIPAA law

Business Management Daily

Compliance is a top concern for small business owners. There is a variety of sensitive data that business owners need to safeguard including proprietary business information, customer data, and employment records. After all, a data breach can have a lot of negative consequences from both a PR and compliance standpoint. But what happens when employers need to access and store employee health information?

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Don’t play poker: Be transparent with job seekers

TLNT

The more I think about it, the more I come to the conclusion that the hiring process is more like a poker game than a grown-up conversation. It’s all there: Employers and candidates keep their cards close to their chests; everyone’s being careful to not reveal too much about their actual expectations or limitations; people are guarded for fear of raising a red flag.

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What Does Integrity Mean in the Workplace (and Why It’s Important)

BetterUp

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3 ways to attract Gen Z and Millennial employees

Best Money Moves

3 ways to attract Gen Z and Millennial employees. Gen Z and Millennials are the next generation of American workers. Here are three top benefits to help attract these key employees. Gen Z and Millennial employees now comprise roughly 46% of the U.S. workforce, according to data from Gallup, and with them comes a new way to think about benefits. LinkedIn research shows that young employees demand new talent strategies. .

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CIPHR is now Ciphr: HR tech firm reveals new logo

cipHR

Ciphr, the UK’s leading SaaS HR provider, has completed its brand refresh for 2022 with the introduction of a new look logo. The updated Ciphr logo features crisp new typography and colours, with the company name written in lowercase letters as one word (pronounced sy-fuh). It replaces the capitalised wordmark (CIPHR) that has been in use for the past ten years.

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Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration

Managing benefits administration is costly, and cutting corners in the wrong places can lead to disengaged workforces and the risk of non-compliance. This eBook from Selerix highlights areas where you can save without compromising the value of benefits. Proactively Thinking: Make decisions for the long run. Discover ways to be proactive in your decision-making to save money in the future, not just temporarily.

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Key Takeaways from Weekdays with Bernie 2022 | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Each year, HRIS platform and company BerniePortal convenes hundreds of HR industry leaders and innovative thinkers for best-in-class learning opportunities, networking, and strategic solution-oriented sessions—plus the chance to earn CE credits for attending. This year’s Weekdays with Bernie was BerniePortal’s second hybrid conference, which included both in-person and virtual experiences.

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Personal growth starts with looking inward, but eventually shifts our focus outward

BetterUp

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Study: Watching Virtual Avatars Exercise Is Good For The Body And Mind

Wellable

While there has been much talk regarding the rise of virtual reality (VR) in the workplace, how to utilize it in corporate wellness programs has remained elusive.

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Deepfake job interviews; the most disproportionately popular jobs; and the Burger King worker who went viral: The most interesting HR stories of the week

TLNT

FBI warns employers about ‘Deepfake’ avatars in job interviews. Deepfake videos – where a person’s face head is typically replaced with someone else’s likeness – have been doing the rounds for years now – mostly people pretending to be Tom Cruise, Barak Obama or the like. But according to the FBI, the AI technology it uses is now being seen in online job interviews for jobs where the person works remotely.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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5 Ways the Emotion Wheel Can Help You Navigate Stressful Work Situations

HR Digest

As human beings, sometimes we find it hard to control our emotions, which often has consequences. The emotion wheel is an excellent tool to use to identify and manage our emotions both at home, in the workplace, and anywhere we find ourselves. . According to research, humans have 34,000 emotions and we find it hard to identify and express what we could be feeling at a particular moment. .

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California Supreme Court Clarifies Whether Missed-Break Premiums Are ‘Wages’ That Trigger Derivative Penalties

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On May 23, 2022, the California Supreme Court issued its decision in Naranjo v. Spectrum Sec. Servs. Inc. (Naranjo), holding that meal and rest break premiums (also known as extra pay or premium pay) constitute “wages” that: (1) must be accurately reported on employee wage statements pursuant to Labor Code section 226 and (2) must be […]. The post California Supreme Court Clarifies Whether Missed-Break Premiums Are ‘Wages’ That Trigger Derivative Penalties appeared first on EMP

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An Overview of Lewin’s Change Management Model

Business Management Daily

If you’ve ever attempted to roll out new changes for an organization, you likely know how challenging the change management process can be — even for the smallest of alterations to the status quo. That’s because change inevitably brings about resistance, as some employees will be hesitant to adapt to new behaviors and tasks. For this reason, you’ll need a winning step change model to act as a template for successful change.

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Form 720 and PCORI fee FAQs | PeopleKeep

PeopleKeep

If you’re a small business owner, you may have heard of the acronym PCORI and the fees that come with it. But, what is PCORI, and how does it apply to your organization? The Affordable Care Act (ACA) introduced a fee paid by sponsors of self-insured health plans to fund the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). PCORI is an independent organization created by the ACA that conducts research to help healthcare consumers make better decisions for their specific needs and outcomes and

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7 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Study: HSA Utilization Differs By Race, Gender, Ethnicity, And Income

Wellable

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), which allow individuals to store and withdraw funds for certain qualified medical expenses, are frequently offered as part of an employer’s benefits package. According to one report , nearly 40% of companies offered an HSA-qualified health option in 2021.

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Healthcare Enforcement in the Post-Pandemic Era

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

As the world emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare fraud enforcement remains a top priority for the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and other government agencies with enforcement authority. In this Westlaw Today article, McDermott Partners Laura McLane, Tony Maida and Dana M. McSherry describe some of the areas that have assumed particularly high enforcement […].

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How to fill out an I-9

Business Management Daily

The COVID-19 pandemic greatly changed how many businesses operate. But whether your organization remains remote, brought everyone back on site, or adopted a hybrid arrangement, I-9 form compliance remains a must. Form I-9 has been an onboarding staple in the United States since the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 mandated its usage. An employer must use an I-9 form (also known as an Employment Eligibility Verification Form) to confirm identity and employment authorization for each per

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Efficient, Error-Free Paydays with BerniePortal’s Payroll

BerniePortal

There are many moving pieces when it comes to payday. From managing employee hours, PTO , and deductions to ensuring your organization is withholding the correct taxes from each paycheck—running payroll can be time-consuming. But it doesn’t have to be. Many organizations are moving their payroll onto HRIS platforms for a more seamless process, making spreadsheets a thing of the past.

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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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Account-based health plans vs. healthcare reimbursement plans

PeopleKeep

As an employer, you always want to offer the best possible healthcare benefits for your employees. But with healthcare costs rising , making sure those health benefits options are also budget-friendly is also crucial. By adding an affordable health benefit to your compensation package, you’ll be able to better attract and retain employees , improve morale, and support your employees’ overall wellbeing.

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8 answers to the question: How to become a great leader?

Insperity

Great leaders aren’t always found with the title of CEO or manager on their business card. Anyone can demonstrate leadership qualities. It’s not about winning a popularity contest. You don’t have to be liked to be respected. It’s about serving and influencing others regardless of their job title in the effort to achieve a certain goal.

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The impact of Dobbs on employer provided healthcare

Business Management Daily

This is not a post about politics. You can figure that out by yourself. This is a post about the options employers have in the wake of the Supreme Court’s June 24 Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, which reversed Roe v. Wade. Group health plans are the natural place to start when thinking about reimbursing expenses related to female employees’ family planning decisions.

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WWB Recap: Keynote Speaker Heather Younger - Seize the Opportunity

BerniePortal

To kick off BerniePortal’s 5th annual users conference, Weekdays with Bernie, Heather Younger—bestselling author of The 7 Intuitive Laws of Employee Loyalty and founder of Customer Fanatix —gave a dynamic presentation titled, Seize the Opportunity: Reimagining a Better Workplace in a Post Covid-19 World , where she shared her expertise and offered solutions to improving the workplace.

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7 Common ACA Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.