Sat.Jul 03, 2021 - Fri.Jul 09, 2021

article thumbnail

6 Ways for Employers to Cut Down on Costs Without Cutting Corners on Employee Benefits

Take It Personel-ly

It’s no secret that you have to minimize your business expenses to maximize your profits. However, all things come at a cost, including progress. You don’t want to risk losing long-term staff loyalty for temporary short-term gains. Your workers are the lifeblood of your organization — without them, the show would grind to a halt. […].

article thumbnail

How to help employees navigate change fatigue

Insperity

Organizational change is ever present. Yet sometimes change happens rapidly — without regard for our mental well-being. And that can be overwhelming and exhausting, especially for your employees. Because change fatigue has the potential to impact your staff and their performance, it’s important to learn the appropriate steps to help employees address it.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How to Win with AI and Automation

HR Digest

The world’s most capitalist economies are witnessing a period of rapid transition. Developments in digital technologies, inclusive of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, are estimated by some to create the potential for a tremendous reduction in the volume of work. Others see scope of digital technologies to transform the quality of work. Most nations already face the challenge of adequately training their labor forces to meet the current needs of employers.

article thumbnail

Financial Concerns of Older Adults

Money Talk

I recently taught a 90-minute webinar, 25 Financial Planning Strategies for Older Adults , for the New York Public Library. In preparation for the program, 75 questions were submitted in advance by registered participants. The questions provide unique insights into the top financial concerns of older adults. While not a representative sample or empirical data, by any stretch of the imagination, the participants’ questions are instructive for financial educators and other older adults who can rel

article thumbnail

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?

article thumbnail

4 Ways to Protect Your Business Against Threats of Fire

Take It Personel-ly

As a business owner, you know how much hard work has gone into building up your business into the success it is today. Because of this, the last thing you want to see happen is your business go up in flames due to a fire. Fortunately, there are many easy ways you can protect your […].

IT 319

More Trending

article thumbnail

Why Employee Performance Management Fails (and Possible Solutions)

HR Digest

An employee performance management process is one of the oldest, natural and most universal forms of creating a conducive environment in an organization. It’s a continuous process to build a competitive atmosphere where people develop a sense of purpose and thrive. Studies, however, show that a critically high percentage of companies and workers claim to be dissatisfied with their existing performance management system.

article thumbnail

Free Health Insurance for Unemployed Americans: How to Check Eligibility | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Americans who received unemployment in 2021 might be eligible for no-cost or low-cost health insurance through HealthCare.gov, as part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Read on for details on who’s eligible, how to sign up, and what employers should know.

article thumbnail

Tired at Work? Habits You Can Incorporate for Better Sleep

Take It Personel-ly

Have you been trying to burn the candle at both ends? Working hard and playing hard or simply overworking yourself so much that you’ve put sleep into the category of “nice to have but not essential” is a trap that many people fall into when trying to get ahead in the world of business. However, […].

319
319
article thumbnail

HRA claim rules: what employers need to know

PeopleKeep

Given the rising cost of employer-sponsored group health insurance plans, more and more employers, particularly small and medium size businesses, are looking to health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) as a more affordable health benefits solution. Through an HRA, employers simply offer a monthly allowance for their employees to purchase their own individual health insurance premiums and qualifying medical expenses.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Is Remote Work Bad For Innovation?

Wellable

Successful business requires that good ideas get generated on a consistent basis and end up in the minds of the right people so that innovative solutions can be put into practice. Many business leaders believe that a significant portion of these good ideas are produced and shared in unplanned interactions that occur in office spaces that were not directly designed for the purposes of getting work done (e.g., by the water cooler, in the kitchen, in the stairwell, etc.).

98
article thumbnail

2021 Retention Strategies: Are 1:1s the New Stay & Exit Interviews? | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Stay and exit interviews are a tool of the past. When conducted as part of a larger retention strategy, HR can improve the company culture and the day-to-day operations of an organization by employing ongoing 1:1 meetings instead. Find out why stay and exit interviews no longer get the job done—and how you can implement 1:1 meetings to replace them.

article thumbnail

6 Changes You Can Make To Improve Your Business’s Efficiency

Take It Personel-ly

Whatever size your business is, efficiency is always paramount. You want your workflows and procedures to be as streamlined as possible to maximize profit. Here are six changes you can make to improve your business’s efficiency. 1. Automate Repetitive tasks are an unfortunate reality of many workflows. Whether you need to schedule meetings or do […].

286
286
article thumbnail

How to apply for individual health insurance

PeopleKeep

More and more employers today are adopting reimbursement models for their employees’ healthcare, empowering employees to choose their own individual health insurance plan and get reimbursed, tax-free, for their premium. While this freedom is great for your healthcare, it can be daunting to shop for your own insurance plan if you’ve never done it before.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

“I Quit”: Why Employees Quit and How to Retain Them

HR Digest

As the old adage goes, people don’t quit a job – they quit their boss. We’ve heard it so many times that it’s often difficult to postulate any other reason why employees quit. At some point or another, all managers have asked themselves, Did the employee leave because I’m a bad boss? This article takes a deep dive into top reasons employees quit to help you discern what is impacting employee retention and what employees are looking for in an organization.

article thumbnail

Webinar | The Future of Work is Flexible: Ascender’s Practical Guide for Business Leaders

Ascender

August 12, 11:00AM GMT+8 | 1:00PM GMT+10.

98
article thumbnail

Five Ways to Connect More Authentically With Your Target Audience

Take It Personel-ly

There are a million ways to connect with your target audience. Whether you own a business or you’re an influencer who is building a following, you can create a website, create a profile on over a dozen social media sites, email, text, and much more. However, more isn’t always more. Just because you have multiple […].

Media 232
article thumbnail

The best way for nonprofits to offer health insurance

PeopleKeep

As healthcare costs rise every year, small employers often struggle to deliver quality health benefits to employees. This is especially true for nonprofit organizations, since revenue can vary greatly from month to month. In fact, in a PeopleKeep survey of nonprofit organization owners, 81% said that cost was one of the most pressing challenges in finding a health benefit that fits their needs.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

How Does Marriage Affect Health Insurance? | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Newlyweds have plenty to navigate after they tie the knot, including how they enroll in health insurance. Generally speaking, employees can only change their health plan during open enrollment. However, marriage is considered a qualifying event , which is any change to an individual’s circumstances that allows them to make adjustments to their benefits despite the time of the year.

article thumbnail

FMLA return to work guidelines for employers

Business Management Daily

After an employee takes FMLA leave , they’re entitled to return to their prior position or an equivalent one. However, there are a number of situations where what that looks like may vary. For example, what exactly counts as an equivalent position may be unclear. Such discrepancies could lead employees to file lawsuits or complaints with the DOL that their rights have been violated, so it’s best to fully understand the process before an employee is set to return from FMLA leave.

article thumbnail

5 Key Management Skills for Business Leaders

Take It Personel-ly

Regardless of the industry in which they work, there are certain universal characteristics that help make a great leader. Some are lucky enough to come by them naturally, but others must put in the effort to develop them. The first step towards that is recognizing what they are and evaluating yourself to see where you […].

article thumbnail

4 Ways to Support Female Team Members After COVID

Best Money Moves

4 Ways to Support Female Team Members After COVID. Research increasingly finds that women have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. What can employers do to support female team members? . Women, especially women of color, have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a 2020 study conducted by McKinsey & Company , women comprise roughly 39 percent of global employment, but have accounted for 54 percent of all pandemic-related job losses. .

article thumbnail

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!

article thumbnail

How Much Does an Ultrasound Cost? | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Employers that provide a health insurance benefit to employees will almost certainly field countless questions about the costs of coverage. This is especially true for expectant parents, who may ask about the costs associated with everything from hospital stays to prenatal care and more. Questions about ultrasounds are no exception. Find out what your expectant employees need to know about the costs associated with ultrasounds and other important health coverage benefits.

article thumbnail

5 skills every future HR leader must possess

Business Management Daily

Organizations depend on their human resources department to attend to the company’s most valuable asset — its people. In the constantly evolving modern workplace, such responsibility goes well beyond issuing paychecks on time or filing paperwork for new hires. For a business to remain competitive, HR needs forward-thinking executives capable of keeping up with demands made of and by its workforce.

article thumbnail

Vital Details To Check Before Signing An Employment Contract

Take It Personel-ly

The recruitment process can be pretty grueling; reading through so many documents, enduring a few interviews, and hoping to get a job can be rather taxing. And even though you are likely eager to sign any employment contract that comes your way, there are a few crucial details that you should always check first. You […].

article thumbnail

The Evolution Of Apple Health And The Future Of Personal Wellness Technologies

Wellable

Personal wellness technologies are increasing the frequency and ease at which individuals and their health care providers can monitor changes in their health and well-being across various domains, paving the way for more effective preventive and curative healthcare. Apple’s Health app provides a case in point and paints an exciting picture of the future of personal wellness technologies.

article thumbnail

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.