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The Top 3 Benefits of Pulse Surveys

Achievers

Gathering and acting on employee feedback is crucial if you want to improve engagement, which drives greater business outcomes related to the employee experience , such as productivity and retention. Our recent survey shows that most employers are only measuring engagement once a year, if that, and many employees want more frequent surveys. This is where pulse surveys come into the picture.

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Hosting an Outdoor Event at Your Workplace: 6 Points to Remember

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There’s much to consider before you throw a party for your workplace. That’s especially true since COVID-19 continues to remain a threat. Fortunately, you can still host a fun and safe gathering. With a little preparation, you can create an exceptional outdoor event your co-workers and supervisors will enjoy. Here’s a look at six points […].

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Performance Management: Design a Modern Process That Creates Results

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is sponsored by our friends at Primalogik , a cloud-based performance management solution that provides a flexible way to manage employee reviews, 360-degree feedback, goals, and engagement surveys. Enjoy the read!). While we’re all focused on staying safe and being well, organizations are reopening and resuming their business operations with those same goals in mind.

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Talking politics at work – why it’s a bad idea and how to prevent it

Insperity

Let’s be real. There’s pretty much no upside to your employees talking politics at work. Individual politics are rooted in our own unique experiences. People can become very emotional and passionate about their beliefs, and take it personally when someone disagrees. With today’s increased polarization between the two main political parties, unfortunately, attitudes toward those who believe differently can be quite harsh.

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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?

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Paid Sick Leave Laws by State: The Chart, Map, & Accrual Info You Need

Patriot Software

Typically, employers get to choose whether they want to offer types of paid time off, like sick leave, to employees. But depending on your business location, you might not have a choice. Little by little, paid sick leave laws by state are on the rise. If your employees work in a state with mandatory sick […] READ MORE.

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12 Leadership Games & Activities To Spot Your Future Leaders

Vantage Circle

Proper leadership is imperative for success at all times. It’s the vision and guidance of the leaders that makes them so important for us. Traits like strong dependability, firm integrity, intelligent analytical skills makes these individuals vital for success in the business world today. No matter the heaps of advancement, for these traits alone, the need for leaders shall always be there.

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Things you do not miss about office when working from home

HR Digest

Strangely there is a consensus on some things that people who work from home do not miss at all about their old work life. After being stuck at home for almost six months most work from home people are either ready to throw in the towel and wishing for any setting but home, and others that have grown quite comfortable in this new routine. But strangely there is a consensus on some things that both groups do not miss at all about their old work life.

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How Do You Make Open Enrollment Easier for Employees?

Best Money Moves

How do you make open enrollment easier for employees? Making the process simpler so employees can find the right plan to help them manage healthcare costs. COVID-19 has been a wake-up call for the 49 percent of employees who plan on spending more time researching and selecting health insurance plans during open enrollment this year, according to research by Aflac. .

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What CBD Oil for Dogs Is & What It Can Do

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Caring for animals is not exactly a stress-free occupation, am I right? Having a non-talking being living with you is making it pretty difficult to determine what it might be thinking or feeling at a particular point in time. Still, as the owner, you get used to this non-verbal communication rather quickly and you start […].

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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.

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Revisiting Your Company’s Remote Work Policy

BerniePortal

Since mid-March, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced offices across the country to close and many teams continue to work from home months later. Since the shift in operation, it’s time for employers to consider whether or not updates need to be made to their remote work policies.

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Finding work-life balance? Periodic in-office check-ins is the way to go!

HR Digest

Flexible or remote work options are no longer extra perks that innovative and startup companies offer; it has become the norm in these Corona times and maybe the acceptable mode even after the crisis. . The forced adoption of the work-from-home option has shown both its pros and cons more starkly then any amount of studies over the years could have done.

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Take control of group health insurance costs and quality with a GCHRA

PeopleKeep

Organizations that offer traditional group health insurance often feel they’re at the mercy of their insurance providers, spending more and more each year just to maintain benefit levels. A group coverage health reimbursement arrangement (GCHRA) lets employers reimburse employees for out-of-pocket expenses , such as copays and other qualified medical expenses.

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How To Stay Cool Without The Air Conditioner

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Ways To Reduce Air Conditioner Usage As Singapore tends to be rather hot and humid all year round, it is not surprising to hear that many Singaporeans cannot go a day without having the air conditioning on to help them cool down. This then becomes a problem – a ridiculously high air conditioner bill. And […].

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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.

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It’s open enrollment. Are you prepared?

Business Management Daily

Year after year, most employees just renew the same health benefit plans they had the year before. Up until this open enrollment season, that was good news for you. But the pandemic has heightened employees’ health concerns and the importance they place on employer-provided health benefits. Employees who chose skimpier plans last year may feel those benefits are inadequate now.

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Employee benefits for Caregivers in workplaces

HR Digest

People are living longer with more access to medical care and innovations and progress in medicine. This has resulted in many relatives and friends being thrust into the role of caregivers impacting their personal and professional lives. What can employers do to see that this workforce is given maximum benefits to enact the dual role efficiently and comfortably?

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A 12-Step Timeline for Open Enrollment

BerniePortal

The open enrollment period for 2021 will last from. Sunday, November 1 to Tuesday, December 15, 2020. Review this timeline in order to facilitate a successful open enrollment and support your employees through the process.

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5 Packing Hacks to Help Make Moving a Breeze

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Moving to a new place should be a pleasant experience, but often packing makes the experience dreadful. There is no doubt that packing is cumbersome, and it requires a lot of time. Another issue is that some things are more challenging to pack than others because of their size or nature. Thankfully, these moving and […].

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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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Diversity and Inclusion: Adding Equity to the Equation

Flimp Communications

In 2020, the concept of diversity and inclusion is starting to look a little different than it did five or even ten years ago. As we’ve witnessed recently, issues of racial justice have again risen in public awareness around the world. In light of all that’s happened, businesses and corporations are making changes to the way they approach diversity and inclusion.

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How to handle the “salary expectation” question in an interview

HR Digest

A little homework goes a long way in getting you through the last hurdle of getting a job. Salary expectations is a question that will crop up if it has not been specified in the job description. Here are some strategies to handle this question as it seem to faze a lot of people. Career coach Joyel Crawford said she asks this question to gauge a job candidate’s expectations relative to the budget allocated for the role. .

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FAQ - Can we give employees money for health insurance?

PeopleKeep

Many small employers really want to help employees with healthcare, but traditional job-based group health insurance is often not in the cards. Even so, it’s common for these employers to ask, “Can we just give employees money for health insurance?”.

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4 Seemingly Small Electrical Issues Your Business Should Call a Professional For

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As a thriving business, it can be easy to overlook small issues in favor of tackling the bigger problems. Sometimes, though, these small issues can be symptoms of much larger problems that need to be addressed immediately. One area where this is certainly true is in the area of electrical issues. While small electrical problems […].

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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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Flimp Communications Launches BENEFITchoice, Personalized Employee Benefits-Assessment Tool

Flimp Communications

Helps employees prioritize and assess voluntary and supplemental benefits offered by their employer. Flimp Communications , a leading developer of digital employee communication and engagement solutions, today announced the availability of BENEFITchoice®, a benefits-assessment tool that helps employees evaluate and prioritize voluntary and supplemental benefits.

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American workers need a break, says Monster survey

HR Digest

Millions of Americans have lost their jobs in the COVID-19 pandemic, and the remaining American workforce feels more burnt out by the day, according to a national survey released by Monster. It turns out, working in your PJs, avoiding the commute and answering emails from a hammock is not all it’s cracked up to be. The stress of juggling work and your home life, including children stuck at home because of school and summer camp closures, it’s no wonder Americans are exhausted.

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Determining ICHRA Affordability in 2021

PeopleKeep

In June of 2019, the federal government released a final ruling regarding the offering of HRAs in 2020. This rule created a new HRA called the Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA) and clarified proposed rules about calculating the affordability of an ICHRA allowance.

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Preparing for Events Season: How Your Business Can Get Involved

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The events season is an exciting time in the business world. Companies reward their employees with extravagant Christmas parties and there are plenty of annual events and celebrations to look forward to. Organising successful events takes careful planning, but you can easily enjoy the events season while sticking with your business budget. With that in […].

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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.