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The FTC's new non-compete ban is a wake-up call for employers

Employee Benefit News

Companies will need to work harder to retain employees, without "handcuffing" them to the business, says this HR expert.

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DOL Finalizes Salary Threshold for ‘White Collar’ Exemption

PayrollOrg

On April 23, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule to increase the minimum salary level for the Fair Labor Standards Act “white collar” exemptions.

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What is a Boomerang Employee?

HR Lineup

In the dynamic landscape of modern employment, the term “boomerang employee” has gained traction. Boomerang employees are individuals who leave a company, only to return to work for the same organization after a period of time. This phenomenon is reshaping traditional notions of employee loyalty and organizational relationships. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the concept of boomerang employees, exploring their significance, motivations, benefits, and challenges f

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Nurses appreciation week: A week of gratitude for our healthcare heroes

Achievers

Did you know there are over 4.7 million registered nurses in the U.S. , making them the largest group of healthcare professionals in the country? National Nurses Week is your time to honor these amazing healthcare heroes. Take a moment to recognize the tireless dedication, compassion, and skill of nurses who make a difference in countless lives every day and show your appreciation for these healthcare champions.

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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Why employers should prioritize stroke prevention in the workplace

Employee Benefit News

A stroke rehabilitation specialist explains the risk factors women face, and how certain lifestyle changes can keep them healthy.

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How HR can Support Employees with Disabilities?

HR Lineup

In the modern workplace, diversity and inclusion have become not just buzzwords, but essential components of a thriving organizational culture. Central to this ethos is the inclusion of employees with disabilities. One significant aspect of inclusivity is ensuring that employees with disabilities are supported adequately. Human Resources (HR) departments play a pivotal role in creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture.

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How to Get Ready for a Garage Sale

Money Talk

The weather is slowly getting warmer across much of the country and many people are starting to think about having a garage sale. Reasons for a garage sale include making extra cash, downsizing in preparation for a move, or simply clearing away unwanted items and household clutter. Below are eight tips to prepare for an upcoming garage sale: Develop a Plan- Decide when, where, and how often to hold a sale.

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This CEO is on a mission to fix paid parental leave policies

Employee Benefit News

Without a federal policy for new parents, the CEO of Parento shares how employers can create a program that benefits everyone.

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#HRTechChat: A Strategic Discussion with John Baldino, President of Humareso

3Sixty Insights

In our latest HRTechChat, Dylan Teggart speaks with John Baldino, President of global HR firm, Humareso, and is a seasoned HR practitioner and consultant. John touches on the HR landscape in 2024, communication strategies for leaders, and the best ways to manage talent in the modern workforce. Our #HRTechChat Series is also available as a podcast on the following platforms: Apple iTunes: [link] Spotify: [link] Stitcher: [link] SoundCloud: [link] YouTube: [link] iHeartRadio: [link] Google Podcast

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Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders

Speaker: Shawnequa Albert

As our workforce evolves, so must the way we support it. With more employees choosing to work beyond age 65, HR leaders are increasingly being called upon to guide aging employees through one of the most complex transitions in their professional lives - from employer sponsored plans to Group Medicare. Without clear guidance, confusion around eligibility, coverage options, and cost implications can lead to uncertainty and missed opportunities for optimized benefits.

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Understanding Bereavement Leave: An Employer’s Guide

HR Lineup

In the course of human life, loss is inevitable. Whether it’s the passing of a loved one, a close friend, or even a beloved pet, the grieving process is a deeply personal journey that affects individuals in myriad ways. As employers, understanding and accommodating this journey is not only a moral imperative but also a crucial aspect of fostering a supportive workplace culture.

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Neurodivergence in the Workplace: Steps for Employers

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

When it comes to neurodivergence in the workplace, stigma is everywhere. Often, neurotypical people with little outside knowledge or experience have inaccurate assumptions about those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, down syndrome and other forms of neurodivergence. Additionally, these ways of functioning are […] The post Neurodivergence in the Workplace: Steps for Employers appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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4 ways to spot a fake job posting on LinkedIn

Employee Benefit News

An online privacy expert shares his strategies on how to stay vigilant online and avoid scammers.

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Council Guest Post: The Alight Spinoff of Payroll and HCM Professional Services

3Sixty Insights

Recently, Alight announced that it had agreed to sell its payroll and professional services business to H.I.G. Capital for up to $1.2 billion. Much of the focus on the Alight split continues from the lens of its heritage benefits business which will retain the Alight brand and continue its strategy for growth of its WorkLife® platform and portfolio of health, retirement, wellbeing, and leave administration.

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Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR

ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.

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The pandemic may have changed our personalities, say researchers

Workplace Insight

While we often view personality as a fixed entity, a new study suggests the COVID-19 pandemic may have left a subtle but enduring mark on some aspects of our personalities. Published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , the research suggests that while significant personality changes weren’t widespread, conscientiousness levels generally increased throughout the pandemic, while extraversion dipped slightly.

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Michelin guarantees global living wage and enhances parental and healthcare benefits

Employee Benefits

Credit: ricochet64 / Shutterstock.com Tyre manufacturing organisation Michelin is to guarantee a living wage for its more than 100,000 global employees, as well as enhancing parental and healthcare benefits. As part of its deployment of a living wage worldwide, to guarantee employees a salary equivalent to at least the living wage, Michelin received the global living wage employer certification from the Fair Wage Network.

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10 high-paying jobs that help the environment

Employee Benefit News

In honor of Earth Day, these are the careers to pursue if you want to make a good living while saving the planet.

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What Health Plan Sponsors Should Know About the Emerging Mental Health Needs of Youth

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, dial or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free and confidential support. Isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing academic and social pressures, and traumatic events are contributing to a growing […] The post What Health Plan Sponsors Should Know About the Emerging Mental Health Needs of Youth appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy

Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC

The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.

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Government to scrap employment programme for disabled people

Workplace Insight

A £100 million program designed to help disabled people find work in England and Wales has been quietly cancelled, raising concerns as the government pursues plans to reduce disability benefits. The Work and Health Programme (WHP), launched in 2017, will cease operation this autumn. This news comes amidst Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s proposed benefit cuts for 420,000 sick and disabled individuals, aiming to push them into employment.

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Just 35% of employees feel confident in choosing how to access their pension

Employee Benefits

Just over one-third of pension savers (35%) feel confident to make decisions such as choosing how to access their pension when they reach retirement age, according to research by workplace pension scheme provider TPT Retirement Solutions. Its survey of more than 2,500 defined contribution (DC) scheme members also found that a similar proportion of respondents were unsure about how to best deploy their savings when they retire, with 39% not knowing what they will do with the majority of their pen

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15 best companies to work for in 2024

Employee Benefit News

Fortune and Great Place to Work analyzed 1.3 million survey responses, ranking the best companies in the U.S.

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Guide to MEC plans

PeopleKeep

Some employers must provide a health insurance plan with minimum essential coverage (MEC) to avoid penalties under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and ensure employees have access to essential healthcare services. In some cases, these employers may consider a type of group plan called a MEC plan. However, simply providing a no-frills MEC plan instead of a more comprehensive health benefit may not be enough to meet the needs of your employees.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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Event explores how the government is setting new office standards for civil servants

Workplace Insight

This week, the Government Property Agency brought together Civil Service leaders to exchange ideas, debate trends and inform how the GPA delivers its property services. The GPA is leading one of the country’s biggest and most ambitious workplace renewal programmes for its clients – delivering a smaller, better connected, better quality, and greener property estate to support the work of Civil Service teams and bring them closer to the communities they serve.

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40% of women say lack of health support negatively impacts careers

Employee Benefits

Two-fifths (40%) of women believe their professional career development has been negatively impacted due to a lack of women’s health support in the workplace, according to new research. Healthcare provider Benenden Health surveyed 5,000 female employees and 1,000 business owners for its latest report. When asked how their health challenges had negatively impacted their careers, respondents cited missing important meetings, experiencing negative comments about their work, and being overlooked for

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Why mental health coverage should include sensory deprivation therapy

Employee Benefit News

Dr. Chris Pagnani, medical director of Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates, breaks down the benefits of reduced environmental stimulation therapy.

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CMS Issues Guidance on Usage of AI in Making Coverage Determinations

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On February 6, 2024, the US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a letter to all Medicare Advantage (MA) organizations and Medicare-Medicaid plans. The letter covered frequently asked questions and answers related to the coverage criteria and utilization management requirements in the CMS Final Rule issued on April 5, 2023. Among the FAQs […] The post CMS Issues Guidance on Usage of AI in Making Coverage Determinations appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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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.