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A Complete Guide on Salary Benchmarking

HR Lineup

Salary benchmarking, also known as compensation benchmarking, is a crucial process for businesses that aim to maintain a competitive edge in attracting and retaining talent. It involves comparing internal job salaries against external market data to ensure that a company’s compensation structure is both fair and competitive. This guide will take you through everything you need to know about salary benchmarking, including its importance, how to conduct it, and how to use the results effectively.

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AI at the WCI, Oh My!

Florida Workers' Comp

The Associated Press reports on people who struggle to accept and comprehend Artificial Intelligence. The real challenge is said to be for the "older Americans." The focus of the story is "adults - many of whom lived through the advent of refrigeration, the transition from radio to television, and the invention of the internet." This group is struggling with AI, what it means in the near term, and tellingly "how do you know if its fake or not.

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Hired by AI? How avatars could revolutionize the recruiting process

Employee Benefit News

Unlike human beings, virtual assistants can provide personalized and accessible support for everyone everywhere

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Crafting a people-first company culture

Higginbotham

What sets the most successful and dynamic brands apart? It’s not just about the services they offer or the products they create: it’s about how they view and treat their most essential asset – their employees. A people-first company recognizes that its team is the centerpiece of its success and crafts a culture that supports this philosophy. This approach to company culture can have several benefits: enhanced productivity, greater employee well-being, strengthened recruitment strategies, improve

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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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Rethinking employer strategies for mental health remission

Employee Benefit News

Evidence-based, holistic approaches can improve employee well-being in the long term, improve productivity, and serve as a competitive edge in recruiting and retaining talent.

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Dementia UK receives menopause-friendly accreditation

Employee Benefits

Specialist dementia nursing charity Dementia UK has received menopause-friendly accreditation due to its commitment to support its employees experiencing perimenopause and the menopause. The menopause-friendly accreditation was established by Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace. It recognises proven practices that embrace menopause in the workplace by setting clear standards which must be met.

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Round Two—Paramount Job Cuts to Affect 15% of the Workforce

HR Digest

After a lean second quarter earning report, Paramount is moving forward with job cuts to try and restabilize the company. The Paramount layoffs will affect 15% of the workforce which is estimated to impact at least 2,000 people. Along with a reduction of the US workforce, Paramount is planning to s**t down the Paramount Television Studio. The company aims to reduce its annual costs by $500 million USD before its upcoming merger with Skydance Media.

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Can your employees afford their health plan?

Employee Benefit News

Employers must determine if their health insurance plans actually encourage workers to seek care.

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Golden handcuffs: Should employers use them on top talent?

Business Management Daily

Picture this. You just landed a high-paying job at a major company due to your talent, work ethic, and in-demand skill set. Your employers are highly impressed with your capabilities and don’t want to lose you to a competitor. To ensure you don’t leave, they slap a pair of golden handcuffs on your wrists – metaphorically, of course. In actuality, they offer you deferred financial incentives such as employee stock options, large bonuses, and attractive compensation packages.

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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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81% of staff notice feelings of burnout when they cannot take time off work

Employee Benefits

A majority (81%) of UK employees revealed that they notice increasing feelings of burnout, exhaustion, or poor mental health when they cannot take time off work, according to new research by Breathe. The HR platform for small to medium-sized businesses surveyed 1,000 UK working adults aged 18-65 and found that 25-34 year olds are the most likely age group to be suffering the effects of burnout.

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What is Sensitivity Training & Why It Is Important in the Workplace?

HR Lineup

Sensitivity training, often referred to as diversity or cultural awareness training, is a crucial tool in fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. It focuses on educating employees about cultural differences, unconscious biases, and the impact of their actions and words on others. The aim is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their background or identity.

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6 tips for minimizing stress

Employee Benefit News

Concerns over the election, the economy and day-to-day challenges can be reduced with mindful, consistent actions.

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Employee value proposition in action: Compelling real-world examples

Business Management Daily

As an employer or human resources manager, consider what candidates and employees bring to your business. Their work ethic, experience, education, training, and skills add value to your business. But what do you give them in exchange? Demonstrating your value to employees and candidates is often just as important as evaluating their value to your business.

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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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Most people support shift to a four day week

Workplace Insight

A new poll claims that a significant majority of voters who supported the new Labour government are in favour of transitioning the UK to a shorter working week. According to data collected by Survation and commissioned by The Autonomy Institute , 72 percent of Labour voters back the idea of a four-day work week. The survey, which included responses from 2,048 adults, specifically asked whether participants would support a government initiative to move towards a shorter working week, with no loss

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Employers Project 8% Rise in Health Care Costs for 2025

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

U.S. employers project a median health care cost increase of 8% for 2025, according to International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans survey results. This is an increase over similar surveys conducted in 2022 and 2023, which projected a 7% rise in costs. […] The post Employers Project 8% Rise in Health Care Costs for 2025 appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Bad boss or lack of training? Why middle management needs more support

Employee Benefit News

Perceptyx found that 60% of middle managers want ongoing coaching to improve their skills.

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Disciplinary infractions in the workplace: Types, policies & prevention

Business Management Daily

All workplaces have various policies and expectations about conduct. These standards protect the well-being of the company and its workers. A disciplinary infraction occurs when someone breaks these rules. As the name suggests, disciplinary infractions merit punishment or other sanctions. For these violations of company policies to cease, the organization must deal with them.

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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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People think GenAI is perfectly fine in their own work. For others, not so much

Workplace Insight

People are commonly blind to how much influence Generative AI (GenAI) has over their work, when they choose to enlist the support of technologies such as Chat GPT to complete professional or educational tasks, new research finds. The study, carried out by associate professors Dr Mirjam Tuk and Dr Anne Kathrin Klesse alongside PhD candidate Begum Celiktutan at Rotterdam School of Management Erasmus University , claims to reveal a significant discrepancy between what people consider to be an

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The Supreme Court and the Chevron Doctrine: Key Takeaways for Employee Benefit Plans

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Employee benefit plan sponsors and administrators may feel the effects of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the so-called Chevron doctrine for many years to come, predicts Katherine Hesse, CEBS, an Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) attorney. Hesse, who is […] The post The Supreme Court and the Chevron Doctrine: Key Takeaways for Employee Benefit Plans appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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How to bridge the gap: Discrepancy between talk and action in employee well-being initiatives

Employee Benefit News

Employers can show they are committed to the health of their workers by bringing their wellness programs to life.

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Manager on sick leave for four years not unfairly dismissed

Employee Benefits

A woman who was sacked after being off sick for more than four years has lost her claim for unfair dismissal. Henderson, who suffered from a condition causing insomnia and brain fog, took her employer to the employment tribunal on the grounds of disability discrimination. She was employed by Maximus UK Services, which performs medical assessments on people claiming state benefits for the Department for Work and Pensions, and managed an administrative team of nine.

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

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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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Take the 2024 Getting Paid In America Survey: Your Voice Matters!

PayrollOrg

Take the 2024 NPW "Getting Paid in America" survey to provide PAYO with valuable insights into how America's workforce is getting paid.

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Technology failures are a major headache for small businesses

Workplace Insight

A new poll from TalkTalk Business claims to identify the significant impact technology failures have on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK. According to the survey , nearly one-quarter (23 percent) of these businesses have experienced system glitches within the past year. These technical issues are proving costly for many SMEs, with 17 percent reporting that such problems have cost their business between £500 and £999 over the last 12 months.

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Build corporate and employee resilience to combat election stress

Employee Benefit News

Making company values and the support of workers a known part of an organization can offer stability in times of turmoil

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Health Plans Covering Fewer Drugs, Imposing More Restrictions

InterWest Insurance Services

As prescription drug costs continue growing and pricey new pharmaceuticals add to health plans’ cost burdens, some carriers are starting to reduce the number of medications they’ll cover and are imposing new barriers to accessing the most expensive ones. According to a new study by GoodRx , a website that helps people find discounts and rebates on prescription medications, Medicare Part D insurance companies in 2024 cover 54% of all drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration,

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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.