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73% of employers think their benefits meet employee needs

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits poll: Almost three-quarters (72.7%) of organisations think that the benefits they offer meet employees’ needs, according to a survey of Employee Benefit s readers. Meanwhile, 13.6% do not think that the benefits they offer meet employees’ needs while the same number were unsure either way. Last month, Employee Benefits reported that although 59% of HR professionals say their organisation’s benefits meet individuals’ needs, only 28% believe this to be true on an unconscious leve

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What Are the Deadlines for Open Enrollment 2024?

Best Money Moves

What are the deadlines for Open Enrollment 2024? Learn about key deadlines and special enrollment opportunities for the 2024 Open Enrollment Period. Open Enrollment 2024 is right around the corner, providing your workforce with an important opportunity to choose a health insurance plan for the upcoming year. During this period, employees are able to review their healthcare options and choose the plan that will best suit their families’ needs.

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What are retention bonuses?

PeopleKeep

Retaining valuable employees is crucial to the long-term success of a business. During company instability, reorganization, or a competitive labor market, employers must satisfy their top talent so they don’t leave for another opportunity. One way to keep productivity high and turnover low is by offering retention bonuses. Unlike performance-based bonuses, retention bonuses entice your most experienced and sought-after employees to remain at your company, regardless of performance.

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HR and AI: Which Archetype Are You?

Flimp Communications

AI might be the new kid on the block, but technological change isn't new to folks in HR. But how will HR organizations fold AI into their processes? There are essentially three approaches HR teams can take toward the increased adoption of AI within their organization, embodied by the following archetypes: The post HR and AI: Which Archetype Are You?

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HR’s Complete 2025 Calendar of Important Dates

HR leaders can use this calendar from Paycor to track important HR and payroll tax dates. The 2025 calendar includes: Tax filing dates Federal reporting deadlines Bank holidays Links to relevant tax forms …and more! Get your 2025 HR calendar today!

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Find Out How EWA Fuels a Happier, High-Performing Workforce

PayrollOrg

Sponsored by Earnin, the free for PayrollOrg members' webinar "How Earned Wage Access Fuels a Happier, High-Performing Workforce" takes place Wednesday, September 13 from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. EDT.

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Why suicide awareness should be a workplace priority

Employee Benefits

More than 6,000 people in the UK take their life every year. Three-quarters of those suicides are men. Suicide is the biggest killer of young adults under the age of 35 and of men aged between 50 and 54. And while there is a link between unemployment and suicide, the reality is that most people who die by suicide are in employment. So why does suicide remain one of the biggest workplace taboos ?

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AI is giving business leaders the heebie-jeebies, new poll suggests

Workplace Insight

An overwhelming majority of business leaders (94 percent) admit to some form of ‘tech anxiety’ when it comes to AI and other technology, according to a new survey from Kin + Carta. This anxiety is on the rise as the pace of digital and technological change accelerates, and is prompting top executives to invest more in digital transformation, according to the survey.

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Navigating HR Tech: Best-in-Breed Talent Solutions vs. All-in-One Platforms

3Sixty Insights

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of human resources, technology has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the way organizations manage and engage their most valuable asset: their talent. From recruitment and onboarding to performance management and career development, the realms of HR have been irrevocably altered by innovative solutions that streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and elevate the employee experience.

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A 100-Year Old Journey of Human Resource Management

HR Digest

If you think the challenges faced by Human Resource Management (HRM) today are unprecedented, think again. HR professionals have been at the forefront of change for over a century, constantly adapting to the shifting landscape of the workplace. From labor unrest to economic crises, wars to civil rights movements, HRM has weathered it all. Join us on a journey through time as we explore the fascinating evolution of the HR department and its functions.

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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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The ‘Data Evaluation Requirement’ for NQTLs Under the Newly Proposed MHPAEA Regulations

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Last week’s post examined the “no more restrictive” requirement that would apply to non-quantitative treatment limitations (NQTLs) set out in recently proposed regulations under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA). (Our description of the proposed regulations is available here.) The proposed regulations deal principally with NQTLs, which are non-numeric benefit coverage limits […] The post The ‘Data Evaluation Requirement’ for NQTLs Under the Newly Proposed MHPAEA Re

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Not many people want fully remote work, but nearly everybody wants a better office

Workplace Insight

Just 7 percent of UK office workers back fully remote work, but eight in ten would like to see significant improvements to their company’s office and more support for flexible working, according to the Sony State of Offices Report 2023 [registration]. The report from Sony Professional Displays and Solutions Europe suggests that over two fifths (41 percent) of UK office workers still prefer to work from a dedicated company office, and across Europe this trend is even more pronounced with ov

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Research Note: Unleashing the Power of Influencers: Transforming Organizational Change through Performica

3Sixty Insights

Introduction: In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking innovative ways to drive change and transformation. One area that has emerged as a powerful catalyst for organizational growth is the utilization of key influencers. These influencers, from within the ranks of employees, possess the ability to shape company culture, enhance employee engagement, and drive positive change.

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The 7 best HR analytics software options for today’s workforce

Business Management Daily

Do you have a way to visualize crucial HR metrics like employee engagement , performance management , and time tracking? If not, then consider adopting an HR analytics software program so you can start making data-driven decisions. After all, there are many reasons why 80% of businesses use HR software , and it’s not just to automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks (although that’s a big part of it, too).

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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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Kris Weber: The impact of BBC v Christina Burns on pension costs

Employee Benefits

BBC v Christina Burns concerns the ability of employers to amend their old-fashioned and prohibitively expensive defined benefit pension schemes to make cost-saving changes. Often this is done by closing a scheme to future accrual, so members no longer earn any further benefits in it. The court said the BBC could not do this. It also highlights a disconnect between the language used in pension scheme rules, as some of which, like the BBC’s, can date back as far as the 1940s, and the wishes

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Breaking eggs and a two thousand year quest to make the most of each day

Workplace Insight

The fracturing of time and place underlies every one of the great workplace issues of our time. Everything that springs from this – the where, when, how, what and why of work – is defined by the shattering of any fixed idea we may once have had of a time and a place to work. Because the challenge to these traditional ideas is now so inextricably linked in our minds with new technology, we might often forget that people have been asking questions about how we can get the most out of each day for

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Group Fitness Classes: A Key Investment In Your Return-To-Office Strategy 

Wellable

As employee fitness session participation soars, leveraging group training can strategically align RTO plans with the evolving needs of the workforce. The post Group Fitness Classes: A Key Investment In Your Return-To-Office Strategy appeared first on Wellable.

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The Ultimate Handbook of Human Resource Development

Darwinbox

Individuals with exceptional skills are the foundation of any successful business. And, human resource development is even more vital in the age of technology, where skills have a short shelf life. This exhaustive handbook of human resource development gives an overview of its major tenets, components, benefits, and challenges.

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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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Channel 4 offers staff reproductive health and hormone testing

Employee Benefits

Channel 4 employs around 1,300 people across the UK including offices in Bristol, Glasgow, Leeds, London and Manchester. Through its staff network, 4Womxn, it has challenged the stigmas around women’s health , as Pamela Bird, co-chair of 4Womxn, explains: “Women can experience difficulties conceiving, painful periods, endometriosis and problems with the menopause.

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Scottish government to trial public sector four day week

Workplace Insight

The Scottish government is to trial a four day working week for many civil servants. The experiment is set to last for a year and a number of departments and public sector bodies have been invited to take part. After twelve months, if the trial proves successful, the four day week scheme could be extended to include a wider range of central government bodies, councils and quangos.

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State Regulators Step Up Privacy Enforcement Relating to Employee Data

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Regulators in California and Colorado recently announced enforcement sweeps under new and newly updated state privacy laws. Companies in Colorado (including nonprofits) and California should double-check their privacy notices, processes and documentation to comply with these laws, particularly the enforcement priorities identified in the notices. Read more here.

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A Guide To Consolidating HSA Funds?

Benefit Resource Inc.

HSAs (Health Savings Accounts) are an excellent tool for controlling healthcare costs and setting up money for the future. They are a beneficial addition to your employee benefits because of the flexibility and tax advantages they provide. It can become overwhelming, though, if you have to manage many HSAs as a result of job changes or shifting insurance companies.

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2025 Payroll Calendar Templates (Biweekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly)

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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The overlooked influences impacting employee health

Employee Benefits

Need to know: Personalised health and wellbeing support is more likely to engage employees and drive behavioural change. Tests can highlight a variety of health issues including fertility problems; menopause and andropause; gut health issues and cancer. As employees gain deeper insight into their health, education will help them understand the implications of any tests they take and raise awareness of the support colleagues may need.

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How to rebuild social connection for high-performance hybrid work: a deep-dive for workplace innovators

Workplace Insight

Social connection is often cited as a justification for return-to-office mandates, many of which are not well received by employees. This suggests that merely spending time in the office isn’t enough to spark the connection that gets ideas flowing, ramps up performance and creates a cohesive culture. So, if physical presence alone isn’t enough to rebuild connection, what is?

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Insightful Employee Benefits Tips for Educating Young Employees about Your Benefits

Take It Personel-ly

For many businesses, employee benefits play a vital role in attracting and retaining top talent. Despite their importance in creating a supportive work environment, these [.] The post Insightful Employee Benefits Tips for Educating Young Employees about Your Benefits appeared first on Take It Personel-ly.

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5 ways to alleviate your employees' hesitations with choosing in an FSA

WEX Inc.

Most employees are about to have the opportunity to re-evaluate their benefits options during open enrollment. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are a powerful tool for individuals and employers to save money on healthcare and dependent care expenses. However, despite the numerous advantages, some employees remain hesitant to embrace this valuable resource.

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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.