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How can pay transparency manage employees’ expectations around salary?

Employee Benefits

Need to know: In challenging times, it is important to foster trust in the workplace. Transparency around pay levels and salary capabilities helps to avoid frustration and misunderstandings and instead provide clarity and reassurance. When it comes to asking for a pay rise, knowing what those in a higher position are earning can help employees create more realistic expectations in terms of what they should be asking for.

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How does an FSA work for participants?

WEX Inc.

A flexible spending account (FSA) allows participants to save money by setting aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical, dental , vision and dependent care expenses incurred by you, your spouse, or your eligible dependents. Whether you’re a newcomer to the account or have routinely participated in this benefits staple, we’ve compiled answers to some common questions to help you better understand your FSA.

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Budgeting and Prepping for Open Enrollment

InterWest Insurance Services

If you are running a business, you need to get an early start on preparations for your small group health plan open enrollment, particularly now as so much confusion abounds about the state of health insurance in the country. With recent new regulations, options have changed for employers and you need to stay focused on maximizing your outcomes within your budget.

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10 Common Open Enrollment Questions

BerniePortal

Open enrollment is on many HR professionals' minds as fall approaches. Having great benefits is critical for employee health and happiness, so you want to ensure employees have all the information they need to elect the best plans for themselves and their dependents.

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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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Another HIPAA Special Enrollment Deadline Extension – What’s a Group Health Plan to Do?

Snell & Wilmer Benefits

Just when you thought the confusing COVID-19 ERISA deadline extensions were behind you, the Biden-Harris Administration asks you to reconsider. Recap – In response to the COVID-19 National Emergency, DOL and Treasury issued guidance requiring benefit plans to extend certain ERISA deadlines related to COBRA continuation coverage, HIPAA special enrollment, and benefit claims and appeals, effective March 1, 2020.

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Money After 70: Financial Opportunities and Challenges-Part 1

Money Talk

I am currently creating a new Money After 70 course for older adults. Below is a brief summary of 10 changes, opportunities, and challenges for septuagenarians (people aged 70 to 79): Social Security Benefits - Older adults should claim Social Security at or before age 70. After age 70, monthly benefits stop increasing, even if people continue delaying benefits.

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Lovewell’s logic: Do lazy girl jobs have a place in today’s workplaces?

Employee Benefits

It isn’t very often a phrase stops me in my tracks. Over the past few weeks, however, the Tik-Tok trend for “lazy girl jobs” has done just that. Coined by several content creators, the term is used to refer to jobs that are deemed undemanding but well paid. Typically, these are remote roles involving menial ‘office’ tasks. Rather than building a career, those in “lazy girl jobs” are working purely to earn the financial freedom to pursue their passions away from the workplace.

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Nevada and Connecticut Pass Consumer Health Data Laws

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Following in the footsteps of Washington State’s My Health My Data Act, the governors of Nevada and Connecticut recently approved Nevada SB 370 and Connecticut SB 3. These bills impose a number of new requirements on the processing of consumer health data. Nevada SB 370 will go into effect on March 31, 2024, while the consumer […] The post Nevada and Connecticut Pass Consumer Health Data Laws appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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New Jersey Adopts Convenience of the Employer Test

PayrollOrg

Effective for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2023, New Jersey adopted the convenience of the employer test for nonresident employees who are residents of states that impose the test.

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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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43 Thank-You Notes to Coworkers Examples to Show Your Appreciation

BetterUp

Jump to section The importance of saying “Thank you” to coworkers Showing appreciation: Why the little things matter 43 thank-you note ideas to show coworker appreciation What to avoid in thank-you notes Thank you: two words that go a long way

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Applifting promotes a fair reward system with pay transparency

Employee Benefits

Transparent pay strategies can entail openly disclosing employee salaries to other employees and potential recruits. The logic behind this is that it places everyone on the same page regarding expectations for salary and creates a fair conversation for employees that want to discuss pay rises. Founded in 2014, software development company Applifting’s open pay policy of disclosing the salaries of all 200 members of staff has been in place from the start.

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Exploring the World of Office Drama

HR Digest

Office drama, the bane of every workplace. We’ve all been there, caught in the crossfire of petty disagreements, belittling comments, and bias perpetuated against us. It’s a breeding ground for tension, stress, and a general sense of unease. But office drama doesn’t have to be the norm. In fact, it’s time for HR professionals to step up and take charge of creating drama-free workplaces.

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Compliance TV: USCIS Releases Form I-9 to Be Used by November 1

PayrollOrg

In this August 2023 edition of Compliance TV: USCIS releases revised Form I-9 to be used by November 1; DHS offers option to examine Form I-9 documents remotely; IRS to provide more options for filing 941-X, other forms in 2024; Special Report: Panel answers questions at Payroll Congress--Part 2; and more.

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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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FEDlogic – An Employee Benefit Reducing Expenses & Offering Peace of Mind 

HR Professionals Magazine

By Kate Kellner Employer group healthcare plans have been the way American families get the care they need, when they need it – from annual physicals, childbirth, complex surgeries, and dialysis to end-of-life care. These plans have been the catalyst for so many personal successes, but what happens when big questions arise? “I’m eligible for Medicare.

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Leaving a Legacy: What It Means and How To Leave One (+ Examples)

BetterUp

Jump to section What does it mean to leave a legacy? The importance of leaving a legacy How to build a legacy: 4 steps Leaving a legacy in business: 5 ways What does leaving a legacy mean to you?

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Insperity Blog – 5 ways a PEO can serve as a strategic partner for midsize businesses

3Sixty Insights

There are many misconceptions about professional employer organizations (PEOs). Often, one of them is that PEOs only deliver value for smaller businesses. But what about PEOs for midsize businesses with operational challenges? These business owners may ask: What value does a PEO bring to midsize businesses? How can a PEO serve as a strategic partner for growing businesses?

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Make a Difference Webinar to Volunteer With PayrollOrg

PayrollOrg

Register now to attend PayrollOrg’s free webinar on how to participate in various committees so you can make a difference in your payroll association.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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California’s Caste Discrimination Bill: Combating Discrimination in the Golden State

HR Digest

In a move that could have far-reaching implications for the fight against discrimination, California is poised to become the first state to outlaw caste discrimination with the introduction of the groundbreaking California’s Caste Discrimination Bill. The bill, also known as the Anti-Caste Bill, seeks to include “caste” as a protected category under the state’s anti-discrimination statutes.

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Tyler Grange’s CSR culture strengthens employee engagement

Employee Benefits

Environmental consultancy and B Corp firm Tyler Grange operates a four-day work week with a difference: each employee must spend undertake at least some voluntary work to benefit the local community or wider causes. Simon Ursell, managing director, says: “When we started the business 13 years ago, one of the first things on the agenda was giving something back.

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4 Tips to Protect Your Workforce from Extreme Heat

Pacific Prime

Global warming has been a global issue under heavy public attention for the past few decades, and is still yet to be solved. Extreme heat, is truly the “sleeper killer”, that contributes to a breathtaking annual mortality of 5 million globally. This raised the concerning issue of ensure workforce safety. Coping with extreme heat levels. The post 4 Tips to Protect Your Workforce from Extreme Heat appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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Award-winning WorkBold Podcast returns for a ninth season on space-as-a-service

Workplace Insight

Caleb Parker’s award-winning #WorkBold Podcast returned for an industry-leading ninth season, which took the podcast to over 100,000 downloads (117,000 at the time of publishing this article) with an audience from 90+ countries. The only podcast dedicated to Space-as-a-Service (SPaaS), #WorkBold Podcast is in the top one percent of business podcasts globally.

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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.

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HR Trends 2023: A Journey Towards the Future of Work

HR Digest

As we look ahead to 2023, the landscape of work is continuously evolving, shaped by technological advancements, changing workforce demographics, and a global pandemic. In this article, we will explore the top HR trends for 2023, offering valuable insights into how these trends can impact your work, workers, and workplace. The Rise of Hybrid Work The pandemic has transformed the way we work, leading to a surge in remote and hybrid work models.

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How much do employees value CSR initiatives?

Employee Benefits

Need to know: Corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and volunteering can be highly valued by employees and used as an engagement and retention tool. Employers should consult staff to understand what causes matter most to them. Start with low-level commitments before extending these, and seek employee feedback on schemes. In recent years, organisations have become more aware of the role they can play in helping to contribute to wider causes.

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Teacher Well-Being: 8 Ways To Support The Superheroes Of Education

Wellable

Teachers shape the minds of future leaders, yet their well-being is often overlooked. Explore 8 strategies to support teacher well-being. The post Teacher Well-Being: 8 Ways To Support The Superheroes Of Education appeared first on Wellable.

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July Trending in Telehealth

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Numerous states—including Alaska, Maryland, California and Colorado—have been busy finalizing rulemaking and legislation impacting Medicaid coverage and maternal health. What have these states been up to over the last month? Learn more here. The post July Trending in Telehealth appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.