Money Talk
DECEMBER 16, 2021
With high inflation currently, many families are closely examining their expenses. One category is health care, which takes a big chunk out of family budgets. This includes expenses for health insurance as well as deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance when medical bills occur. Costs can add up to many thousands of dollars annually. In 2018, the average American household spent almost $5,000 per person on health care.
HR Bartender
DECEMBER 14, 2021
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Take It Personel-ly
DECEMBER 15, 2021
In the past, you probably thought that marketing your small business was all about letting customers know that you’re here and open for business. While this is still a realistic goal of marketing a small business, there seems to be a shift towards direct, aggressive marketing online. This means that many small business owners want […].
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 17, 2021
Half of legal professionals have looked for new jobs as a result of workplace stress, according to research. Legal technology firm Exizent conducted a survey of 52 people working in the law industry, with 49% saying they had actively searched for different employment because of challenges and stresses at work. More than half of those polled (56%) said stress at work during the pandemic has caused them to make mistakes.
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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
Best Money Moves
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Financial Wellness programs are the must-have benefit for 2022. Make sure your financial wellness plan includes these 5 top program features. . Financial wellness is 2022’s must-have employee benefit. According to Corporate Insight’s Workplace Finance Monitor Report, 85% of employees without a financial wellness program want one. . However, not all financial wellness programs are created equal.
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Take It Personel-ly
DECEMBER 12, 2021
If you are responsible for the marketing of your company or products, you know how important your job is and how your marketing strategy can either make or break the company. If you are struggling with achieving your small business marketing goals, here are six easy things you can do right now to get back […].
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 16, 2021
More than half of HR professionals are considering handing their employees pay increases above the market average to retain talent, according to research. A poll of 125 senior HR, diversity and inclusion, reward and people professionals at FTSE 100 businesses by insights firm HR DataHub found 52% were mulling an above-average pay rise for staff. The organisation’s Outlook 2022 report revealed that 14% of respondents already had this deal in place in an attempt to maintain current staffing
HR Digest
DECEMBER 13, 2021
In a remarkable interview with The HR Digest, Ben Hasan talks about the value of DE&I initiatives in the global business sector and what makes Walmart one of America’s top employers. “We are on a journey,” he says. “Every small step we take in the right direction represents an important step in our journey.” As a prominent HR leader, the SVP Chief Culture Diversity Equity & Inclusion at Walmart has made a tremendous contribution to paving the way to a more inclusive workforce.
15Five
DECEMBER 17, 2021
As organizations focus on closing out the year strong, most leaders already have one eye on the new year and what they hope to achieve as a business. If your organization doesn’t have a formal goal-setting process in place (or you have one that needs some work) this is a great opportunity to make a big impact. HR professionals can influence business success by championing a clear framework that aligns the organization — from the C-suite to each individual contributor — around shared goals.
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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.
Darwinbox
DECEMBER 17, 2021
It is easy enough to think that hiring is merely the process of looking for talent and putting them to work. A lot of thought goes into recruitment strategies. Every organization’s HR department is responsible for creating a plan for recruitment that is efficient.
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Poor mental health accounted for almost a fifth of all lost working time across the UK this year, according to research. Wellbeing and performance service GoodShape took data from its proprietary workplace absences database – which includes more than 750,000 employee records – and found that UK workers have taken more than 319 million days off work in 2021 for an illness or injury at an estimated cost to employers of £43 billion and counting.
HR Digest
DECEMBER 11, 2021
If you wonder how to write a resume, we offer you 10 easy steps that will make this process easier. Everyone should know the secrets of creating the perfect resume and there are many ways to make a good resume that will stand out. . Did you know that it takes 6 seconds for an employer to decide whether or not to take your resume into further consideration?
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 16, 2021
While the fate of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) November 5 vaccination mandate rests in the hands of the federal courts, experts say the potential loss of healthcare employees outweighs any of the mandate’s benefits. In this Health Care Compliance Association article, McDermott Partner Sandra M. DiVarco called the situation “bonkers.” “Almost […].
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
CorpStrat
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Many people don’t even think about their health insurance plan until they get sick. The fact is, it also means many people aren’t getting the most out of their plans because they don’t know how to unlock hidden benefits. We firmly believe that a good health insurance plan can do something powerful for everybody. Even if you’re not sick or injured, a good plan can put you on a path to optimal health with the right type of support along the way.
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 17, 2021
British business leaders consider flexible working to be more important for employee engagement and wellbeing than salary, research has revealed. Of 54 UK-based board level executives polled for Bupa Global, 43% said flexible working was the most important factor for engaging staff and looking after their wellbeing, compared with 35% who chose competitive remuneration.
BerniePortal
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Company culture changes with the workforce, which means it changes over time. But culture doesn’t cultivate itself! If not already, HR should assume the role of caretaker in your organization—building, managing, and measuring company culture. So, here are seven culture trends that HR teams should keep an eye on in 2022 and how your team can take advantage of them.
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 17, 2021
On December 13, 2021, the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Dr. Dave A. Chokshi, published an order (the Order) requiring private employers to impose COVID-19 vaccine mandates upon all in-person employees within New York City, with limited exceptions, as of December 27, 2021. DOHMH provided a series […].
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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!
Business Management Daily
DECEMBER 13, 2021
While each manager has his or her own individual management style, certain management practices exist that great leaders tend to have in common. Attending to these areas results in a positive, productive work environment. It is one thing, though, to know the importance of a concept to successful management and quite another to put that management skill into action.
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 17, 2021
Aldi has announced that it will increase the hourly pay rates for its 28,000 members of staff from 1 February 2022 in a bid to maintain its position as one of the UK’s highest-paying supermarkets. All UK-based store assistants at the German-owned grocery chain are set to receive at least £10.10 an hour, while those located inside the M25 will get a minimum of £11.55.
BerniePortal
DECEMBER 17, 2021
A common question many people ask is “Can I have an HRA and an HSA at the same time?” The answer is yes. The primary difference lies in the ownership of the account. An HSA is typically owned by an employee while an HRA is typically owned by an employer. Read on to learn more about the difference between HRAs and HSAs, and how you can manage them together.
WEX Inc.
DECEMBER 14, 2021
A Standing Ovation is a special reward program at benefitexpress that honors employees who have gone above and beyond in fulfilling our Community Pillars. Nominations are submitted by fellow peers, and are tallied, read and carefully considered before being awarded at our company-wide 'Town Hall' meetings each quarter. Each award is read aloud by our chief operating officer to highlight just how much the winners have done to deserve the recognition — and when their names are finally announced, w
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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.
Wellable
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Throughout 2021, employers eagerly awaited a time when the advancement of vaccine adoption resulted in a consistent pattern of decreasing COVID-19 cases to signal that it was time to re-open offices. Unfortunately, though vaccines are now widely available and cases have dropped significantly from the peak, the discovery of the several variants has sent organizations back to the drawing board as they question their return-to-work plans.
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 17, 2021
British business leaders consider flexible working to be more important for employee engagement and wellbeing than salary, research has revealed. Of 54 UK-based board level executives polled for Bupa Global, 43% said flexible working was the most important factor for engaging staff and looking after their wellbeing, compared with 35% who chose competitive remuneration.
BerniePortal
DECEMBER 16, 2021
HSAs and FSAs are similar, yet different types of health plans. They are both intended to offer people a tax-advantaged means of paying for health and medical expenses. These plans vary in both function and eligibility. But how exactly do you qualify for an HSA? Can you qualify for both simultaneously? What if your spouse is already enrolled in an employer-sponsored FSA?
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 14, 2021
On December 6, 2021, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that all New York City employers, regardless of size, will be required to impose COVID-19 vaccination mandates on all employees (subject to legally protected exemptions) by December 27, 2021. This new vaccine requirement is in addition to the City’s existing COVID-19 vaccination mandate […].
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.
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