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Awareness: The Key to Healthy Teams

Achievers

This covers the value of awareness and is the first of a four-part blog series on mental well-being. In the midst of a heated senior management meeting yesterday on budget cuts, I noticed I was becoming agitated and frustrated at the resistance to budget cuts being expressed in the meeting. As CEO of the organization, I have a response due to the board of directors.

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New Integration: Reach More Applicants with Jobs on Facebook

Hireology

Hireology now supports a direct integration with Jobs on Facebook, allowing you to reach even more local applicants from your organization’s business page across the largest social media network. With the new integration and a few quick steps to get setup, any current and future jobs can be shared to your Facebook business page automatically, and allow applicants to apply for your open positions directly from Facebook to reach millions of local job seekers. .

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Why 2020 Is The ‘Year Of HR’: A Conversation With Josh Bersin

15Five

Perhaps now more than ever, demands on People Operations roles are incredibly high. Handling just the administrative side of HR while establishing a remote workforce can be a full-time job, let alone the all-important human element that requires your attention and resources. Because the true power of People Ops lies in unlocking the potential of every employee, many HR leaders are discovering or refining new skills in 2020, what today’s guest is calling, “The Year of HR.”.

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Fully remote recruiting and hiring: overview and best practices

Insperity

Remote recruiting is increasingly necessary for many employers, especially as working from home becomes more commonplace. As a business leader, you may be quite comfortable video conferencing with colleagues and vendors. And, you’re probably accustomed to sourcing and screening job applicants without actually meeting them in person. But conducting online interviews and following an all-remote hiring process – where you meet job candidates and get to know them in a virtual-only context – may be l

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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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How to Develop Resilience During COVID-19

Achievers

COVID-19 has turned our lives upside down in a way that has never happened before in all of human history where the entire planet is undergoing a very similar type of suffering and inconvenience. We have all been forced to make major adjustments to our comforts, lifestyle and social interactions in way we had probably never imagined. No doubt, many are suffering both physically and emotionally due to these unforeseen changes this virus has brought upon us.

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Sleep Hacks for Working Professionals

Take It Personel-ly

As many companies move remote and workers navigate working from home, it can feel tempting to sleep in instead of sticking to a regular schedule. However, it’s important to stick to a normal routine. If you are someone who struggles with sleep or getting into a good sleep schedule, try out some of the sleep […].

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Zapier’s Roadmap for Successful Work from Home

HR Digest

To save lives from COVID-19, governments around the globe had to issue lockdown orders. The toll on human relationships has been debilitating, with people forbidden from visiting family in hospitals, and people forced to isolate themselves. As we open up, complex social distancing measures will continue to force us apart, and new waves of the coronavirus will likely keep us at home again.

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benefitexpress Extends Industry Leadership Earning Two Badges on Shortlister Q3 Top Vendor Report for HR Technology

WEX Inc.

Schaumburg, Ill. July 1, 2020 —benefitexpress™, a leading provider of cloud-based technology software and services for employee benefits administration, announced today their receipt of two badges on the Shortlister Q3 Top Vendor Report for HR Technology. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter benefitexpress has been recognized by Shortlister in its quarterly report.

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Finding the Right Digital Open Enrollment Option

Flimp Communications

Over the last few years, many companies have been revising annual benefits enrollment to keep pace with the digital world. The pandemic, however, is forcing those who’ve been hesitant about migrating to a new enrollment model to confront the transition all at once. It’s also thrown a curveball at those who’ve been planning for a more gradual change.

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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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What Does a Bookkeeper Do Exactly? A Simple Guide

Take It Personel-ly

Are you a business owner seeking to learn more about what a bookkeeper does? There are more than 1.73 million bookkeepers in the United States but a lot of people aren’t familiar with the important functions they have in the operation of a business. A good bookkeeper will help you stay on top of your financial records […].

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7 major types of pre-employment tests to screen applicants

HR Digest

Resumes are no longer a sole reliable source to ensure if a candidate is a right fit for the role and the company. In fact, 87 percent of employers believe that candidates often misrepresent themselves on resumes and job applications. To avoid the risks associated with a bad hire , employers are tasked with finding creative and logical ways to assess if the candidate is the best match for a specific role and the organization.

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Marijuana at work: How to navigate the marijuana laws

Business Management Daily

Marijuana use in the United States is more acceptable now than ever before. In many states, it’s legal to use marijuana recreationally. While others have varying levels of acceptability from providing medical marijuana access to there being no legalization of marijuana or CBD. With the varying marijuana acceptability throughout the US, it’s essential to know the laws in your area, have policies surrounding marijuana use at work, and know the signs to look for in your employees who mi

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5 Strategies for Recruiting in a Post-Pandemic World

Vantage Circle

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the business world in every possible aspect. From the stock market crashing to unemployment rates reaching record lows, the past few months have proved to be incredibly challenging in every sense of the word. With so many companies forced to lay off employees and so many employees without work, looking ahead to the post-pandemic world is filled with uncertainty.

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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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How to Choose Your Benefits Package for 2021

Best Money Moves

How to choose your benefits package for 2021. How to determine which benefits are most important to employees and support a more productive workforce. Employee benefits have undergone a remarkable transformation and have become a more important part of the employee experience. . The variety of benefits offered has expanded significantly, especially in the categories of health and wellness, and employees increasingly look for help from their employers.

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How Hello Alice is supporting small businesses

Insperity

Humanity has a beautiful way of banding together in times of turmoil – the more fortunate helping the needy, the overworked, the disadvantaged. While it’s easy to get lost in the daily COVID-19 headlines and statistics, it’s important to recognize that there’s a lot of good going on in the world. I’m proud to present Insperity’s new blog series, Good Business , showcasing companies that have adapted to meet the needs of this uncertain time and to give back to their communities.

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When staff remains remote: Navigating the dynamics of a split office

Business Management Daily

As states begin allowing employers to bring office workers back into the physical workplace, employers are running into conflicting guidelines from local, state, and federal authorities. Redesigning workplaces for social distancing, virus containment and general safety is proving daunting and expensive. No wonder some employers are rethinking whether to reopen—especially if their employees worked effectively from home during mandatory lockdowns.

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How Do Companies Determine Salary?

Take It Personel-ly

According to a 2018 Forbes analysis, wages have not kept up with inflation for nearly 50 years. This isn’t due to a lack of money. It’s due, instead, to poor financial management. If you’re a first-time employer, you’re probably feeling a bit stressed about determining the salary for your employees. Ultimately, the goal is to set […].

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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4 Tips For Creating An Efficient Organization

15Five

In a pre-COVID world, successful companies remained profitable despite their inefficiencies. As we navigate towards a new normal, companies must maximize efficiency in preparation for future business disruptions; whether that be another global pandemic, the accelerated adoption of exponential technologies, or the complete dismantling of the previous work paradigm.

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COVID-19: CARES Act Changes for HSAs, FSAs, and HRAs | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) was passed on March 27, 2020, allocating $2 trillion in relief for American businesses and workers. Yet it also adjusted certain requirements for HSAs , FSAs , and HRAs that make it easier for people to pay for everyday medical care. Here’s what you need to know about these changes.

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What does “dual purpose” item mean?

Benefit Resource Inc.

If you’ve read our other blog “ Wait, what do you mean these aren’t eligible under my FSA? ” or if you’ve used your flexible spending account to pay for purchases in the past, there’s a good chance you’ve run into the term “dual purpose” So what does it mean when something is a dual purpose item? Defining dual purpose items.

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Moving into a New Home — The Ultimate Guide & Checklist

Take It Personel-ly

You did it! You finally found the perfect property to call home. But, your moving responsibilities are far from over. Now that you’ve officially signed the paperwork and the deal is done, it’s time to start planning the move, which can be very time-consuming and stressful. It’s a good idea to consider using a moving […].

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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.

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Adopting The Mindset Of A Resilient Organization

15Five

Resilient organizations are positioned to perpetually grow and evolve. They have the ability to bounce back in uncertain and exponential times and are more likely to achieve business results, attract investors, and retain top talent. Organizational resilience covers a number of things: a strong balance sheet; secure supply chains; and a digital-first approach, but the most important element is having the right mindset. 5 critical mindset shifts to be resilient.

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Make Meetings Effective Again

HR Digest

Meetings are a fact of life in business. Here are some essentials to help you make meetings effective and productive. . Why are meetings so terrible? To answer this question, we must briefly revisit the history of meetings. Over the past forty years, meetings have increased in duration and frequency. According to one study, the average American executive spends 23 hours a week in meetings, either group meetings or one-on-one meetings.

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Top 5 Accounting Books of 2020

Professionals Alternative

It doesn’t matter if you are a budding bookkeeper, a business owner, or even a seasoned CPA, as a top accounting professional , you need the right accounting books to keep your skills sharp and best set you up for success. From tax planning down to making ideal decisions that are based on precise financial information, top-notch accounting knowledge is vital to your success.

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Proof of Income Explained: What Is It and When Do You Need It?

Take It Personel-ly

Over 157 million Americans earn an income. This is obviously what pays the rent and puts food on the table. But for some lucky people, their income can also open the door to other opportunities, such as apartment rentals, car purchases, and even house purchases. Of course, all this isn’t possible with some kind of reassurance […].

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

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.