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4 ways to boost belonging and retention through R&R?and HRIS

Achievers

Kumari Williams, VP of belonging and diversity at Workday , and Jeff Cates, CEO of Achievers , reveal the steps employers can take to keep employees motivated for the long haul. Every HR leader grapples with retention challenges in today’s job market. While offering competitive pay is essential to mitigating turnover, it’s not the only thing that keeps employees engaged and committed to your organization.

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Cash for nannies, extra days off: child care perks top workplace benefits

Employee Benefit News

As the cost of child care hits record highs, more than half of U.S. employers are prioritizing benefits for parents.

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61% of staff are more worried about the cost-of-living compared to a year ago

Employee Benefits

Six in 10 (61%) UK employees said they are more worried about the cost-of-living crisis compared to a year ago, according to new research by Health Shield. The employee health benefits provider surveyed 564 employees in full or part-time work and found that only 11% of respondents are less worried about it, while 48% said it has impacted their ability to do their job.

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Gauging the impact of gamification on employee engagement

Employee Benefit News

Investing in fun incentives will pay dividends in the form of increased productivity, employee loyalty and company ambassadors.

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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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HIPAA vs. FERPA: What's the Difference?

BerniePortal

HIPAA and FERPA often get confused because they are both national laws that protect private information. The main difference between them is that HIPAA protects patient information while FERPA protects student information. Although HIPAA and FERPA are stand-alone acts, they do have some points of intersection.

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Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Technology Procurement – Insights from 3Sixty Insights CEO

3Sixty Insights

Dive into the evolving landscape of technology procurement with Nicholas Biron, CEO of 3Sixty Insights, as he unveils the complexities reshaping how organizations approach software and technology purchases. Gone are the days when IT departments solely dictated the selection and acquisition of new solutions. Today, the process is a multifaceted journey, beginning with line-of-business leaders who pinpoint needs and set the selection criteria, navigating through a maze of vendor evaluations, polit

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3 leaders share ways to support women in the workplace

Employee Benefit News

On International Women's Day, top female execs share best practices for making equal opportunity part of company culture.

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New plans for public sector productivity ‘will deliver up to £1.8 billion worth of benefits by 2029’

Workplace Insight

The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has outlined plans to improve public sector productivity that the government claims will deliver up to £1.8 billion worth of benefits by 2029. The statement focuses on public sector productivity because the government says it is “an alternative to accepting an ever-increasing bill for public services as [it] sticks to its plan to move on from the high spending and high tax approach that was necessary to get the UK through the shocks of Covid and R

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Victoria and Albert Museum looks for David Bowie enthusiasts

Employee Benefits

Credit: Arthur D’Amario III / Shutterstock.com Something for the weekend: The Victoria and Albert Museum (V and A) has begun its search for two cataloguers to help with the David Bowie Archive, which it is in the process of acquiring. If you’re good under pressure and with changes , then this could be the job for you! The successful applicants will work with a lead cataloguer as part of a wider team in the performance, furniture, textiles and fashion department and report to the curator of

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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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Prescription Drug Plans: Spread Pricing Explainer

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Lawmakers, employers, consumer groups and other stakeholders have called for more transparency from pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Lack of transparency enables PBMs to engage in the practice of spread pricing where PBMs charge health plans more than they pay pharmacies for the […] The post Prescription Drug Plans: Spread Pricing Explainer appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Employee age gaps threaten teamwork and productivity

Employee Benefit News

An executive from tech company Axios HQ explains why there's disconnect between generations and how to fix it.

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Another chance to hear: Sally Gunnell in conversation with Kate Usher on the Workplace Insight podcast

Workplace Insight

One of the UK’s greatest ever athletes and now a corporate wellbeing consultant and speaker , Sally Gunnell discusses with Kate Usher the challenges faced by women in the second half of their lives, in the latest Workplace Insight podcast. Sally is the only female British athlete ever to hold the Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth titles for 400m Hurdles.

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Spring Budget 2024: National insurance contribution (NIC) rate cut to 8%

Employee Benefits

Spring Budget 2024: The government is to cut employee national insurance contributions (NICs) by two pence, falling from 10% to 8% from 6 April. In his Spring Budget, Jeremy Hunt, Chancellor of the Exchequer, said that this will save the average worker on a salary of £35,400 around £900 a year, once combined with the 2p cut announced in the Autumn Statement 2023.

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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.

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AI In HR 2024: Transforming Talent With Technology

Wellable

1 in 4 organizations now leverage AI for HR. Discover how AI is reshaping hiring, learning, and performance management for more efficient HR practices. The post AI In HR 2024: Transforming Talent With Technology appeared first on Wellable.

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How AI can help clinicians devote more time to patient care

Employee Benefit News

Artificial intelligence will create efficiencies that enable physicians to spend more time strategically thinking about their patients. But its benefits must be maximized for all.

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A quarter of projects don’t meet their stated goals – but that’s not because of remote working

Workplace Insight

A quarter of all projects do not meet the business goals that their organisations set for them, according to research published by the Project Management Institute (PMI) in the 15th edition of its Pulse of the Profession report – The Future of Project Work. The newly released report, based on the responses of over 2,000 project professionals and 300+ senior leaders around the world, paints what the report says is a concerning picture of project outcomes across various industries globally.

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How will the Spring Budget 2024 affect pay, pensions and employee benefits?

Employee Benefits

Image credit: photocosmos1 / Shutterstock.com Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt (pictured), delivered his Spring Budget speech in the House of Commons on Wednesday 6 March. Below is a summary of the key announcements that could affect employers’ pay , pensions and benefits strategies: Spring Budget 2024: National insurance contribution (NIC) rate cut to 8% Spring Budget 2024: DC pensions required to disclose investment in UK equities Spring Budget 2024: TPR and FCA given powers to

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Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration

Managing benefits administration is costly, and cutting corners in the wrong places can lead to disengaged workforces and the risk of non-compliance. This eBook from Selerix highlights areas where you can save without compromising the value of benefits. Proactively Thinking: Make decisions for the long run. Discover ways to be proactive in your decision-making to save money in the future, not just temporarily.

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CMS Approves New York 1115 Medicaid Redesign Waiver

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On January 9, 2024, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved the New York State (NY) 1115 Medicaid waiver “Medicaid Redesign Team” (MRT). The MRT is a long-standing waiver in NY that has continuously evolved to improve the administration, structure and financing of the NY Medicaid program; enhance Medicaid beneficiaries’ access to services; […] The post CMS Approves New York 1115 Medicaid Redesign Waiver appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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15 high-paying jobs for introverts

Employee Benefit News

Jobs that support independent, quiet work and strong analysis or critical thinking skills are ideal for introverted employees.

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Hybrid working helps women into senior management roles

Workplace Insight

The widespread adoption of hybrid working has opened the door for women to apply for senior positions within their companies, according to a new report released ahead of International Women’s Day. IWG’s 2024 report Advancing Equality: Women in the Hybrid Workplace, based on research among more than 1,000 female hybrid workers, found that flexible working had allowed over half (53 percent) to pursue promotions or apply for more senior roles – which, in an encouraging move for advancing equ

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Private medical and dental insurance most popular form of financial support

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits poll: More than one-third (39%) of organisations said that private medical and dental insurance is the most popular form of employee financial support that they offer, according to a survey of Employee Benefits readers. One in 10 (11%) respondents answered that holiday purchase or sell back options was their most popular form of employee financial support , while 9% said this was death-in-service benefits.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Gender-Affirming Benefits: Best Practices for Group Health Plans

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Group health plan sponsors, third-party administrators and other health plan service providers must navigate a shifting legal landscape as they determine how to offer gender-affirming benefits, including whether − and to what extent − group health plans must cover gender-affirming medical or surgical treatments, especially regarding minors. In this On the Subject, we discuss recent […] The post Gender-Affirming Benefits: Best Practices for Group Health Plans appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENE

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Agree to disagree? How to learn from conflicts in the workplace

Employee Benefit News

Workplace expert Justin Jones-Fosu shares resolution strategies for companies looking to foster healthy cultures.

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Celebrate International Women’s Day and Nominate a 2024 Global Payroll Titan by 19 March

PayrollOrg

Nominations for the 2024 Global Payroll Titan Award close 19 March. The award celebrates and empowers outstanding professionals responsible for exemplary performance and success in the global payroll industry.

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4 Ways to Support Employees Living with Disabilities

Best Money Moves

4 ways to support employees living with disabilities. Create an accessible workforce and access top talent with these helpful strategies. More than 1 in 10 Americans live with a disability, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And while people usually think of disabilities in the physical form, many Americans live with “invisible” disabilities. “Unseen” or “invisible” disabilities have symptoms and impairments that are non-apparent, such as chronic pain, learning disabilities, or mental health c

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.