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Learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)

Achievers

There’s no doubt that today’s workforce is rapidly changing, as millennial and Gen Z employees continue to transform the modern workplace. This new, multi-generational labor pool has ushered in a new set of expectations that employers can’t afford to ignore. Companies across industries are to take a long, hard look at how they approach complex topics, including diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Should You Outsource Your Benefits Administration?

PeopleKeep

If you're a small employer with little HR support, handling employee benefits might be challenging and time-consuming. If that’s the case, you may consider outsourcing as a possible solution. Outsourcing employee benefits administration offers numerous advantages. But, it's not a one-size-fits-all solution. The decision requires careful consideration of your organization's unique needs and goals.

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What is Headcount Reporting? A Complete Guide for Employers

HR Lineup

Headcount reporting is a critical aspect of workforce management that helps organizations maintain a clear understanding of their staffing levels and resource allocation. It provides a comprehensive view of the number of employees within a company, segmented by various categories such as department, job function, location, and employment status. This data enables employers to make strategic decisions around hiring, budgeting, and workforce planning.

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Resume Genius expert shares 3 tips to avoid job-hunting frustration

Employee Benefit News

Respondents reveal what upsets them most about job searching, and a career expert offers advice on how to make better progress.

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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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Understanding the 3 Types of Employee Engagement and How to Improve Them

Vantage Circle

Understanding the different types of employee engagement is essential for creating a workforce that’s not just content, but motivated and driven to excel. It’s about tapping into the deeper connections employees have with their work, which fuels productivity, innovation, and long-term loyalty. When companies truly grasp how engagement takes shape, they can better navigate challenges, seize growth opportunities, and build teams that thrive under any conditions.

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HRIS vs. ATS: Which HR Tool Best Fits Your Business Hiring Needs?

HR Lineup

When it comes to managing human resources in today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations rely on specialized tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Two of the most common software solutions in this domain are the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Although these platforms serve different primary purposes, they often overlap, leading to confusion about which one is more suitable for a company’s hiring needs.

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How to do Hispanic Heritage Month the right way

Employee Benefit News

Making assumptions and refusing to listen to employees are the biggest missteps most companies make, according to an expert.

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Crafting Joy for Workers, Hobby Lobby Announces a Wage Hike

HR Digest

It’s a good day to be a Hobby Lobby employee and wake up to the news of another wage hike. The arts and crafts supply store recently announced that it has increased the starting wages for its employees again, making this the thirteenth increment since 2009. Hobby Lobby’s 2024 pay hike went into effect on October 1, 2024, so employees who apply to the company now should be able to benefit from the change.

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Why employee wellness matters – and how it’s good for business

Insperity

If you’re leading an organization that employs human beings, their wellbeing must be a primary consideration of your company. This is because the people who work for your company are people – and that’s really enough of a reason on its own. And everyone wants to feel like they’re important to the people they’re around each day, beyond their functional role at work.

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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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How will Web 3.0 Impact the Future of HR Tech?

HR Lineup

The rise of Web 3.0 is expected to be one of the most transformative shifts in digital history, and its influence on Human Resource Technology (HR Tech) will be profound. While Web 1.0 was characterized by static websites, and Web 2.0 ushered in social media, interactivity, and user-generated content, Web 3.0 aims to decentralize the internet, empowering users and enhancing the way data is managed, shared, and utilized.

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These 10 companies are good at making employees happy

Employee Benefit News

People don't just want to work somewhere that pays well, they want to feel valued and passionate, too.

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IRS Issues Federal ‘High-Low’ Per Diem Rates Effective October 1

PayrollOrg

The IRS released the optional “high-low” per diem rates for lodging expenses and meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) that may be used instead of the actual rates.

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Who is Eligible for the Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA)?

PeopleKeep

Group health insurance remains a popular employer-sponsored benefit in the United States. But traditional group health plans are too costly for many employers. Plus the one-size-fits-all nature of these policies may not meet every employee’s needs. That’s why more employers are turning to personalized benefits like health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs), which offer employers more budget control and employees more flexibility over their medical care.

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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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What is Peer Coaching? A Comprehensive Guide

HR Lineup

Peer coaching is an innovative and increasingly popular approach to professional development, where colleagues collaborate to improve their skills, share knowledge, and support each other in achieving individual and organizational goals. It’s a process of mutual learning and growth, where two or more people with similar positions, roles, or expertise work together to provide feedback, motivation, and guidance.

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20 cities with the best work-life balance and mental health

Employee Benefit News

The cities are ranked by factors including commute, remote work opportunities, affordability and low burnout.

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Massachusetts Tax Amesty Begins November 1

PayrollOrg

The Massachusetts Department of Revenue will conduct a tax amnesty program from November 1, 2024, through December 30, 2024. The program includes withholding taxes.

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Financial Transitions in Later Life

Money Talk

I recently presented a webinar for financial practitioners called Important Financial Transitions in Later Life. Based on content of my book , Flipping a Switch , “flipped switches” are a metaphor for later life transitions. Below is a brief summary of 11 financial transitions: Spending Down Retirement Savings - It can be difficult psychologically for “super savers” to spend down accumulated wealth because it feels like a loss.

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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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CVS’ 2024 Layoffs Will See Over 2900 Workers Make Their Exit

HR Digest

If you were convinced that layoffs were an IT sector phenomenon , the pharmaceutical industry would like to have a word with you. With the excuse of restructuring and cost-cutting to back it up, CVS has announced its own layoff plans for 2024. The number of jobs being cut aren’t quite as dramatic as some of the cuts announced by other tech giants, but for the employees, a job loss is an opportunity lost, regardless of how many of their colleagues exit with them.

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From culture to career development, employees need support

Employee Benefit News

Organizations that work to connect, coach and offer opportunities to enhance tech skills are setting themselves apart.

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Compliance TV: SSA Updates AccuWage Online Help Guide, FAQ for 2024; ACA Affordability Percentage Increases to 9.02% for 2025; and more

PayrollOrg

In this October 2024 issue of Compliance TV: SSA updates AccuWage Online Help Guide, FAQ for 2024; ACA affordability percentage increases to 9.02% for 2025; and more.

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Here Are The 4 Important Insurance Terms Gen Z Employees Need To Know

Best Money Moves

The 4 Important Insurance Terms Gen Z Employees Need To Know. Gen Z employees often struggle to understand common insurance terms. Learn about how employers can help with financial wellness benefits. Insurance is a complex topic, no matter how experienced you are. However, Gen Z employees are particularly susceptible to a lack of education on insurance terms and policies.

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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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Should Your Company Take a Stand on Political Issues? Navigating the Pros and Cons

Abel HR

In today’s highly polarized environment, the question of whether a company should take a stand on political issues is more pertinent than ever. At Abel HR, we understand the complexities businesses face in making this decision. This blog explores the pros and cons of corporate political activism and provides insights to help you navigate this challenging terrain. 1.

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Developing comprehensive benefit plans beyond compensation

Employee Benefit News

Core components of an effective benefits package include meaningful health and wellness programs, work-life balance initiatives and professional development.

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Webinar Explores CFPB’s Proposed Regulatory Shifts, Redefining Earned Wage Access

PayrollOrg

Sponsored by rapid!, the webinar “Redefining Earned Wage Access: Navigating the CFPB’s Proposed Regulatory Shifts,” on October 9 at 1:00 p.m. ET delves into the implications of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) proposed interpretive rule on earned wage access (EWA) products.

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Amazon Employees Considering Quitting over New Return-to-Office Policy

HR Digest

As expected, Amazon employees are disappointed by the latest return-to-office policy that has been announced at the organization. According to a recent survey, Amazon’s employees are considering quitting their jobs in protest of the upcoming change, which will switch the three-day in-office mandate to a five-day policy. Amazon’s 5-day office mandate came as a surprise to many and while workers have till the start of next year to prepare for the change, many are getting ready to switch roles in t

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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.