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21 Financial Events and Trends During 2021

Money Talk

Between December 11 and 31, I have been tweeting about 21 key financial events that took place during 2021 using the hashtag #21MoneyTrends2021. Below is a written summary of these financial milestones and their impact on family finances. 1. Income and Jobs- An unprecedented 1 in 4 American workers quit jobs in 2021 as people re-evaluated work requirements, personal values, career options, and work-life balance.

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5 ways to build a sense of belonging at work

Achievers

You feel a sense of belonging when you are connected to and secure within a community. You might feel like you belong when among family, close friends, or colleagues. Wherever your true self feels at home and safe is where you belong. Is your organization ready to commit to creating an environment where all team members feel that they belong? It’s worth the effort: employees with a strong sense of belonging are ten times more likely to recommend their organization as a great play to work and fee

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CAN VETERANS GET SSDI BENEFITS IF THEY BECOME DISABLED WHILE ON ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE?

Attorney Charlie Hall

Yes. Disabled veterans can apply and get Social Security Disability Insurance at the same time as Veteran Administration (VA) Disability Compensation. Getting approved for disability benefits provides increased income stability for veterans and their families. A veteran disabled while on active military service can get approval for SSDI benefits only if he or she meets the Social Security Administration’s strict definition of disability.

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How Entrepreneurs Can Manage Financial Risks when Starting a Business

Take It Personel-ly

When starting a new business, a certain amount of financial risk is always guaranteed. From a lack of insurance and overly rapid growth to unstable economic environments, there are a number of internal and external factors that could present potential financial risks. And as approximately 90% of all startups fail in their first few years […].

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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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Why Investing in Employee Training Should Be Your Top Priority

HR Digest

Investing in employees can be a win-win situation for both managers and employees. If you have a company, you will need to invest in your employees’ skills in order to stay competitive in the market. Each employee has a certain amount of skills, but building the skills further can only bring benefits. . In this space, you will find out more about the importance of investing in employees and how these investments can be done in a good way.

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6 lessons from the pandemic that leaders will carry with them

Business Management Daily

While the COVID-19 pandemic certainly was not a welcome event, it did serve as a learning experience for many leaders. The events that transpired, and their impact on many businesses, drew a clear distinction between successful businesses and those that couldn’t keep up. A key part of that distinction came from an organization’s leadership.

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7 KPIs of customer service small businesses need to focus on

Take It Personel-ly

As a small business owner, you very well understand the significance of customer service. Customer service is a key result area (KRA) that requires constant attention and innovation. Besides, the mathematics of customer service and customer experience is quite simple. The better customer service you deliver the better will be the prospects of business growth. […].

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A Zoom Job Interview: How to Zoom in to Your Strengths

HR Digest

It is true that a new level of flexibility has opened up, especially in the Pandemic’s aftermath. A Zoom job interview, at least for the initial screening rounds , has become the norm, as it provides easy access and can be conducted at any given time. Zoom is one of the many software that allows video conferencing, along with options to record, chat, mute and share screens during the call.

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Study: Impact Of Commuting On Workplace Performance

Wellable

As employers develop long-term workplace strategies, one question continues to linger on the minds of human resources professionals—how much time, if any, should employees be on-site? Although there are several factors that determine the optimal balance between in-person and remote work , employee performance and productivity is high on the list. Employers are quickly realizing that the flexibility benefits of remote work come with unintended consequences.

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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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HSA Best Practices for Employees Over 65

BerniePortal

A recent analysis found that more than 3 million baby boomers retired prematurely due to COVID-19. And while retirement is calling for a significant portion of boomers, many may choose to remain in their roles well past age 65—when most people qualify for Medicare benefits. Employers and benefits providers need to keep in mind the healthcare options available to their employees as they reach this age, and the three major changes that take effect.

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Why on-demand pay is an increasingly popular employee benefit

Pacific Prime

Instead of dipping into their overdraft or maxing out their credit cards, many employees are asking their employers for an advance on their salary in the form of on-demand pay. This immediate access to their wages helps employees solve their poor cash flow problem and alleviate any financial pressures in a sustainable, worry-free manner. So. The post Why on-demand pay is an increasingly popular employee benefit appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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How To Talk About Your Weaknesses In A Job Interview

HR Digest

We all have weaknesses, but what are you supposed to say when an interviewer asks you about your weakness in a job interview? You mustn’t just tell them something generic like “I’m too hard on myself.” That answer is so cliche! At the same time, you want to be honest. Finding out what your weaknesses are before going into an interview can be intimidating.

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The Symbiotic Relationship Between Organizational Culture And Artificial Intelligence

Wellable

According to a recent Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) report , artificial intelligence (AI) and organizational culture can form a mutually beneficial relationship. Researchers found that when properly utilized, AI can help organizations strengthen their cultures and that strong cultures can help companies make more effective use of AI.

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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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Tenth Circuit Compels Arbitration in Overtime, Joint Employer Case

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

A recent US Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit ruling determined that a pipeline inspector’s Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) lawsuit against an energy company could not be adjudicated without involving the subcontractor that paid his wages. According to this Law360 article, the Tenth Circuit ruled that the inspector was trying to play “fast […].

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Education vs. Experience: How to Start Your HR Career | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

As one year ends and another begins , it’s natural to start reflecting on where you are and thinking about where you’d like to go. Whether you’ve had HR responsibilities for years without the credentials or you’re interested in starting a whole new career in HR, now’s the time to think about your career goals. There are many paths to a meaningful and rewarding career in HR.

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The Huge Cost of Bad Hires — And How to Stop It

Take It Personel-ly

here’s one word that makes C-level executives, human resources departments, operations personnel, sales teams and financial staffs shake with fear: Turnover. When a single new hire isn’t the best fit for the position or for the company, organizations can chalk it up to bad luck. But consistent turnover can affect almost every part of an […].

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Shrinkflation and SB 959

Florida Workers' Comp

Inflation is hopping as we end 2021. U.S. News reported recently that From Cars to Gasoline, Surging Prices Match a 13-Year High. That story blames some increases upon "tangled global supply lines (that) continue to create havoc." It explains that "the unexpected burst of inflation this year reflects sharply higher prices for food and energy, but also for furniture, cars, televisions, and other largely imported goods.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

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!

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Labor Under Biden: What Employers Need to Know

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Before the 2020 election, then-US Presidential candidate Joe Biden vowed to be the “strongest labor president you have ever had.” Now having been in office for almost a year, how has President Biden changed the country’s labor environment, and what can employers expect out of his administration? In these slides, McDermott Partners Ron Holland and […].

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5 Questions to Ask About Your Prescription Drug Coverage

BerniePortal

It’s becoming an increasingly common experience for someone with a medical need to leave the pharmacy empty handed. Drugstore sticker shock has many contributing factors—many of them outside any individual’s control—but it’s possible for you to save money on the prescriptions you need by choosing the right health plan. How? Here are five questions to consider when choosing a health plan to reduce your prescription costs.

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Top 10 Noteworthy Advantages of Formal Communication

Darwinbox

Imagine you are filled with ideas, but not able to convey them. What good are those ideas then? To be able to communicate is to be able to transform those ideas into actions. Communication of any form at the workplace is key to success personally as well as professionally.

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Junk Mail

Florida Workers' Comp

Recently over 100 world leaders flew their jumbo jets to Glasgow to discuss in earnest what to do about pollution and their perceptions of global warming. There were impassioned speeches, photo opportunities, demands and compromises. According to CNBC : "The two-week COP26 climate summit, which ends on Friday, will emit about 102,500 tons of carbon dioxide — that’s the equivalent of total average annual emissions for more than 8,000 U.K. residents.

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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.

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Round Up of 2021 Legal Issues for US Remote Workers

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

In a global interview panel sponsored by Lexology, McDermott Partner Carole A. Spink discusses the most critical US legal issues for remote workers. Spink explains how US employers can best prepare for the continuation of remote work and its corresponding legal complexities. Access the report. The post Round Up of 2021 Legal Issues for US Remote Workers appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Is Pregnancy a Qualifying Event? | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Is pregnancy a qualifying event ? Can an expectant mother be added to a group health plan as a dependent when she finds out about the pregnancy? When an employee finds out she is pregnant, these are often questions directed at HR. Find out if pregnancy is considered a qualifying event and how to answer other frequently asked questions from expectant mothers.

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Managing remote teams: 9 tips to handle difficult conversations over distances

Insperity

For leaders who are new to virtual work environments, managing remote teams can feel especially complicated. After all, you can’t just walk down the hall to see and talk to everyone. You can’t conduct an impromptu meeting whenever you want. You can’t check in with employees on a whim. To a certain extent, the separation, distance and lack of in-person interaction can create mystery and disconnection.

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Alabama Discipline Cases

Florida Workers' Comp

Bad behavior is not endemic. Bad judges come in a variety of jurisdictions, localities, and backgrounds. It is worthwhile to reflect on their decisions, as we can all learn from the mistakes of others. See Eleanor Roosevelt. We really do not have time in our lives to make all the mistakes ourselves. I have written about several judges over the years.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

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.