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Are Extended Warranties Worth the Cost? It Depends

Money Talk

Shopping season is in high gear and it happens almost every time that someone buys large appliances, a computer, a cell phone, a big screen television, a new or used car, and exercise equipment, such as a treadmill. While ringing up the purchase or checking out online, you are asked “Would you like to buy an extended warranty?” An extended warranty (a.k.a., service contract or protection plan) is purchased separately from the purchased item that it is for.

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Powerful Ways to Market Your Business on a Limited Budget

Take It Personel-ly

Without marketing, your business cannot have success in its field since your business builds brand awareness and converts leads primarily through successful marketing strategies. Thus, when you create marketing strategies in-house or hire businesses to do the work, you should be careful and attentive to make the right choice. But what if you have a […].

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Emotional Intelligence: Why do Leaders need it and how do they develop it?

HR Digest

What is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional intelligence , or EQ, is a person’s ability to understand and manage their own emotions, while being able to recognize and influence the emotions of others. It is comprised of self-awareness, self-management, relationship management and social awareness. While arguably any of these competencies are crucial for building and managing interpersonal relationships , the combination builds the base for strong emotional intelligence that takes leadership from g

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How the Affordable Care Act (ACA) varies by state

PeopleKeep

Since its inception in 2010, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was designed to extend health coverage to millions of uninsured Americans. It expanded Medicaid eligibility, created federal and state Marketplaces, prevented insurance companies from denying coverage due to pre-existing conditions, and required plans to cover a list of essential health benefits.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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What to Expect from Dependent Care in the New Year

Benefit Resource Inc.

2022 Changes to Dependent Care. A Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (often shortened to ‘Dependent Care FSA’) is a pre-tax benefit account used to pay for eligible services such as preschool, summer day camp, before/after school programs, and child or adult daycare. It’s a simple way to save money while taking care of your loved ones.

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How to Talk About Strengths and Weaknesses in an Interview

HR Digest

One of the most commonly asked interview questions experienced by most people or will experience at some point is “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” . When asked what are your strengths and weaknesses during a job interview, you shouldn’t answer with “I’m a perfectionist” or “I work too hard.” Those answers may seem like compliments, but they’re red flags for hiring managers. .

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Capt Ved Singh Interview: Pioneering Change with Tact and Ambition

Darwinbox

The world of work has undergone significant transformation in the past couple of years. And the story of this transformation is best told by the people who are pioneering this change. No one embodies ‘change’ better than a leader who has been there, done that , and transformed teams with his tact and ambition.

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5 Must Have Employee Benefits and Perks for 2022

Best Money Moves

5 must have employee benefits and perks for 2022. A new year means new opportunities to improve your benefits packages and offer more support to your team. Here are our top 5 picks for 2022. 2022 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new opportunity to update your benefits offerings to better serve your employees. . Here are five benefits trends we’ve identified as must-haves for 2022: 1.

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15Five Drives Exceptional Performance With 90% Year-over-Year Revenue Growth

15Five

Company’s Rapid Growth Driven by HR Leaders’ Critical Need for Holistic Performance Management Solutions. SAN FRANCISCO – November 30, 2021 – As companies face ongoing labor shortages and wrestle with the upsurge of the distributed workforce, they are turning to 15Five to help navigate the new world of work. 15Five , a holistic performance management platform, today announced significant momentum, with 90% year-over-year (YoY) revenue growth, key leadership hires to fuel ongoing momentum, the l

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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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WCI 2021 - Must See

Florida Workers' Comp

The Workers' Compensation Institute 2021 is right around the corner. In less than two weeks we will all be back in the familiarity of the World Center, among friends, colleagues, and contemporaries. There will be the familiar lamentation that one cannot absorb it all, there is an abundance of programming. As Willy Wonka said: "so much time and so little to do.

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Debunking myths about OSHA’s vaccine mandate

Business Management Daily

While the fate of the federal government’s OSHA mandate remains in question as it sits in the 6th Circuit Court, employers are left wondering what to do next. Separately, OSHA has asked the 6th Circuit to dissolve the 5th Circuit’s permanent stay, so employers can begin their compliance efforts. It should be noted that OSHA filed its motion before the latest Omicron variant of the coronavirus was reported.

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5 Tools for Creating the Near Perfect Open Enrollment Process

CorpStrat

The perfect open enrollment process: does such a thing even exist? COVID-19 has changed how businesses operate, the most dramatic of these changes is managing open enrollment for benefits. Gone are the days of handing out papers at in-office lunch meetings where an HR professional would walk the team through new benefit plans. Now, employers have to find creative ways to clearly lay out benefits to remote employees so they can choose their plans easily.

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Helping Your Employees Find the Right Plan for Them

InterWest Insurance Services

Studies have found that nine out of 10 employees opt for the same benefits every year and that around a third of workers don’t fully understand the group health plan benefits they are enrolled for. Staying in the same plan after year can be a waste of money if someone is in the wrong plan for them. And not understanding benefits can lead to wasted money as well, as workers often skip necessary appointments, check-ups and treatment regimens for chronic conditions, which in turn puts their h

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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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The Top HR Conferences to Look Forward to in 2022 | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

As HR professionals reflect on this past year and all that it has brought, what they learned and how they grew will likely sit at the forefront of their minds. As we inch closer to the new year, the time to set new goals approaches. For those HR experts looking to progress even further within the HR field, look no further, as we have compiled a list of HR conferences coming in 2022 that you simply won’t want to miss.

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The Omicron Variant: Re-Visiting Strategies For Creating A Safe Workplace

Wellable

Red flags have been raised over the discovery of a new COVID-19 variant named Omicron. On Thursday, November 26th, the World Health Organization (WHO) labeled Omicron a “variant of concern,” citing possible increases in transmissibility, illness severity, and reinfection risk.

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10 Key Features that make a Payroll Management System Perfect

Darwinbox

Payroll management systems make the HR departments work a lot easier. Streamlining the payroll process leads to various benefits. This blog is going to talk about the ten key features that make a payroll system perfect.

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Holding a Safe End-of-Year Holiday Party

InterWest Insurance Services

Last year, most companies cancelled their holiday parties as COVID-19 case rates started surging after the Thanksgiving holidays and as people started spending more time indoors. Cases have once again been rising in the run-up to December, so many businesses are approaching their holiday plans with the safety of their staff top of mind. If you’re concerned about the safety of your staff, there are number of issues you’ll have to consider in light of the pandemic as well as other safe

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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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5 HR Trends to Watch in 2022 | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

HR pros must be proactive, which includes staying up-to-date and being open to change. But it’s not just compliance dates and government regulations that are updated every year. The workforce changes, too! So, here are five trends that HR teams should keep an eye on in 2022 and how your team can take advantage of them.

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What does the environmental revolution mean for employee benefits?

Pacific Prime

When it comes to the environmental revolution, businesses have a progressive role to play. Many are already committed to putting climate action at the heart of their operations and a growing number are expected to follow suit. Not only will this attract young, talented, and climate-conscious Gen Zers and Millennials to the organization, but it. The post What does the environmental revolution mean for employee benefits?

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10 Key Reasons Why Internal Communication is Important

Darwinbox

Everyone talks about how important communication is—your bosses at work, sports coaches, educators, and even family counselors.

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Setting professional goals as an administrative assistant

Business Management Daily

With mile-long to-do lists and new requests constantly coming their way, busy administrative assistants may balk at the idea of taking time out to set goals. Putting off this valuable activity, though, does a disservice to themselves and the organizations they serve. Administrative assistants play a huge role in office management. Thus, the time they spend reflecting on how they can improve their own performance or help the business operate better can yield significant results.

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

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HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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The Problem With the Premium Reconciliation Process | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Group insurance premiums are constantly changing. You can onboard new hires, terminate employees, and accommodate employees with qualifying events, all within the same week. With the constant change, how do you keep a record of it all while ensuring the information regarding bills, benefits enrollment, and eligibility remains accurate? Read on to learn how you can best maneuver benefit reconciliation.

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The Problem Of Workplace Bullying

Wellable

Workplace bullying has become a pervasive and insidious problem in corporate workplaces. In a recent study conducted by employment company Monster, around 90% of respondents reported having been bullied at work.

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The 100 Best Leadership Quotes of All Time

Darwinbox

Leadership quotes are often used to motivate and propel teams and individuals to be their best. These quotes are not a result of just great thoughts but great actions as well - all these culminate in creating an experience that great leaders have managed to express in a short sentence or a phrase.

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The 101 on Form I-9 and employment eligibility verification

Business Management Daily

While the pandemic and widespread implementation of remote work have turned the hiring process for many businesses upside down, employers are still responsible for completing and filing I-9 forms. There may have been more forgiveness in 2020 and early 2021, however, as things settle down you’re much less likely to find lax oversight of this requirement.

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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.