3 skills every employee needs in their toolbox
Employee Benefit News
MAY 20, 2024
These tried and true soft skills can increase employee performance, promote teamwork and improve business outcomes.
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Investing in employee mental health benefits
Higginbotham
MAY 21, 2024
When it comes to employee well-being, physical health is only half of the equation. If employers want to help foster a healthy and productive workforce, they also need to promote mental health. By investing in employee mental health benefits, companies can help their employees both personally and professionally while contributing to overall business goals.
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Seeing the Value of Vision Benefits
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
MAY 21, 2024
May is Healthy Vision Month, which makes it a spectacular time to review vision benefit offerings and communicate to employees and plan participants the importance of eye care. According to the 2022 Employee Benefits Survey, more than half (62%) of U.S. employers […] The post Seeing the Value of Vision Benefits appeared first on Word on Benefits.
Powering new financial benefits and pay flexibility with intelligent automation
Employee Benefit News
MAY 23, 2024
These offerings can bring an elevated amount of financial security to workers.
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.
Mental Health Awareness Month
Employer Connection
MAY 20, 2024
In honor of mental health awareness month and the importance of prioritizing mental wellness, Teladoc® Health shares 31 ways to improve mental health. View the article here. With Teladoc® Health, covered members can talk to a therapist or psychiatrist of choice seven days a week from anywhere. Teladoc Health gives members access to U.S. board-certified doctors through the convenience of phone, video or mobile app visits.
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Expert Recommendations to Avoid Scams
Money Talk
MAY 23, 2024
It seems like scams are everywhere these days and they affect people of all ages. Below are eight expert recommendations to avoid being a victim of fraud: Get a Contract and Read It- Always have written contracts and review them carefully before signing them when engaging contractors or other service providers to perform work. Don’t leave any blank spaces and always keep a copy of any document that you are asked to sign.
Bringing workplaces back to their prime requires a holistic approach
Workplace Insight
MAY 20, 2024
The pandemic radically changed the way we work and kick-started the proliferation of the hybrid model and widespread remote work. Now the picture has shifted once more, with headlines pointing to increasing return to the office policies introduced by organisations, with greater productivity and collaboration among their top reasons for doing so. Dubbed the year of the ‘Great Office Return’ by Virgin Media 02 Business Movers Index , 2023 saw four in ten companies mandating a return to the five-da
15 remote-friendly companies that pay for your vacations
Employee Benefit News
MAY 20, 2024
Flexjobs put together a list of companies that incentivize employees to take time off.
73% of parents think next government should reform parental leave and pay
Employee Benefits
MAY 24, 2024
Almost three-quarters (73%) of working parents think the next government should introduce reforms which improve parental leave and pay entitlements, according to research by Working Families. The charity for working parents and carers’ survey of 1,285 parents of dependents aged 0–18 years in England and Wales also found that 67% of respondents would feel more inclined to vote for candidates or parties that include reforms of this kind in their manifesto.
Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration
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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.
Surprise Medical Billing Law ‘Not Working the Way We Want It to Work’
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
MAY 20, 2024
A legislative fix to surprise medical billing is not working the way lawmakers imagined it would work. According to this Politico Pro article, private equity groups are disproportionately benefiting from the No Surprises Act, and the law may inadvertently lead to higher health insurance premiums. Access the article. The post Surprise Medical Billing Law ‘Not Working the Way We Want It to Work’ appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
Connecticut DOL Issues EWA Guidance for Employers
PayrollOrg
MAY 24, 2024
The Connecticut Department of Labor has issued earned wage access (EWA) guidance for employers that includes information about wage deductions for fees.
Office romances are on the rise among younger employees
Employee Benefit News
MAY 20, 2024
A employment and liability expert explains what's driving the uptick and romantic prospects and how to mitigate the risk.
Lego ties salaried employees’ bonus payments to annual emissions
Employee Benefits
MAY 24, 2024
Lego is to tie a portion of its salaried employees’ bonus payments to annual emissions from this year. The organisation will then expand this over time to cover scope three emissions as part of its goal to become a more sustainable business. The move is part of its new carbon key performance indicator (KPI) initiative that it is rolling out to help with its target of reducing emissions by 37% by 2032 and achieving net zero by 2050.
HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025
Advertiser: Paycor
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.
Arms Race
Florida Workers' Comp
MAY 23, 2024
The British Broadcasting Corporation British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) noted recently an evolving "arms race" in the realm of deep fakes. The article explains that some humans have a curious ability to identify fake photographs on a reasonably consistent basis. Despite that, the rest of us seemingly struggle in that regard. The supposition is, therefore, that technology will be required.
Nominate Your Organization for a Payroll Prism Award
PayrollOrg
MAY 21, 2024
PayrollOrg’s annual Prism Awards are presented each year to innovative payroll departments that exhibit best practices. Nominate your payroll department by July 19, 2024.
Why it might be cheaper for every employee to have their own health plan
Employee Benefit News
MAY 22, 2024
Executives from SureCo discuss how employees can buy their own plans directly from carriers, without losing employer support.
The ACA 1557 Final Regulations: Plans and Plan Sponsors as Covered Entities
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
MAY 21, 2024
In a recent On the Subject (available here), we reported on the impact of the final rule (final rule) interpreting Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on self-funded group health plans that contract with licensed health insurance issuers to provide administrative services. That article considered instances in which neither the plan sponsor nor […] The post The ACA 1557 Final Regulations: Plans and Plan Sponsors as Covered Entities appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
7 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.
Remote work boom creates risk of professional isolation, study finds
Workplace Insight
MAY 19, 2024
While the pandemic ushered in a wave of remote work with benefits for both employers and employees, a new study warns of a hidden risk: professional isolation. Researchers from Colorado State University found that remote employees experiencing isolation reported feeling less engaged and more depleted at work, potentially leading to burnout. The study published in the Journal of Business and Psychology, surveyed 445 participants across two points in time.
New Salary Thresholds for White Collar Exemptions Impacts States
PayrollOrg
MAY 20, 2024
The minimum salary level for the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) “white collar” exemptions will increase in two steps, beginning July 1. This will have an impact on state white collar exemption thresholds.
How these tech companies are helping autistic talent thrive
Employee Benefit News
MAY 22, 2024
AutonomyWorks matches autistic talent with tech contract roles, and provides on-the-job training, too.
The Employee Experience Revolution: 10 Ways to Create a Workplace People Love – Part I
COMPackage
MAY 24, 2024
The traditional workplace model is undergoing a seismic shift. Gone are the days of employees simply showing up, clocking in, and putting their heads down for eight hours. Today’s workforce prioritizes purpose, growth, and well-being, demanding a more holistic and engaging work experience. This is the dawn of the Employee Experience Revolution, and organizations that prioritize building a workplace people love will reap the rewards in terms of talent acquisition, retention, and overall bus
We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities
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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
New York State Budget Institutes Revenue-Neutral Health Plan Tax
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
MAY 23, 2024
The New York State fiscal year 2024 – 2025 budget institutes a new tax on health plans, including insurers and managed care organizations. This tax has been garnering attention for its promise to yield $4 billion for New York State. The expected revenue from the tax, however, is set to come not from the health […] The post New York State Budget Institutes Revenue-Neutral Health Plan Tax appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
How to Write an Employee Handbook For Your Business
15Five
MAY 23, 2024
“How much time off do we get?” “How does the company investigate harassment?” “What’s the deductible for our health program again? An employee handbook is key to answering questions like these or pointing an employee to the answer. It isn’t a massive document full of all the policies and procedures your organization uses, but it should be an employee’s first reference point when they have a question about anything your company does.
How managers can combat stress in the workplace
Employee Benefit News
MAY 21, 2024
Dr. Jenna Glover, chief clinical officer at Headspace, shares how to lower stress and increase emotional resilience.
ChatGPT produces half-baked answers most of the time, but people trust it anyway
Workplace Insight
MAY 23, 2024
A new study from researchers at Purdue University has found that 52 percent of ChatGPT’s responses to programming queries were ‘riddled’ with misinformation. Even so, people were more likely to trust its answers because they found the application to be so damn polite and well-spoken. It’s the Buster Scruggs of AI. The team examined ChatGPT’s attempts to tackle 517 programming questions.
7 Common ACA Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
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Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.
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