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U.S. Fails on Paid Parental Leave [Infographic] – Friday Distraction

HR Bartender

The United States does many things well, but one place where we’re missing the mark is paid parental leave. is 1 of only 4 countries that does not offer federally mandated paid parental leave to anyone. We’re the only industrialized country to offer zero weeks of paid leave for new mothers. businesses.

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Elon Musk Sparks Controversy with Drastic Reduction of Twitter’s Parental Leave Policy

HR Digest

Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter, has recently made a controversial decision to slash the company’s paid parental leave policy. The move, which reduces the policy from 20 weeks to just 14 days, has received backlash from employees and the general public.

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Paid parental leave options: Understanding your rights

Business Management Daily

Parents need time off to care for and bond with their latest addition. However, limited parental leave options in the United States often hinder them. Currently, only 27% of American workers employed in the private sector have access to paid family leave. Paid Parental Leave is what?

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Employee value proposition in action: Compelling real-world examples

Business Management Daily

Ultimately, your EVP differentiates your organization from other employers and shows employees why they should want to work for you. Providing great benefits and supporting employee well-being also improves employee engagement and morale, resulting in better work quality and productivity.

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3 Reasons to Boost Your Employee Benefits Offerings in 2020

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If yours is a business that also prides itself on putting employees first, you should likely have some of these benefits as well: Dental coverage. Fitness or wellness stipends. Some paid parental leave. Vision coverage. Flexible hours. Company-sponsored rewards or gifts. Remote work opportunities.

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Employee Magnetism: Everything You Need to Know

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Recognition Programs: Implement programs to recognize and reward employee contributions. Enhancing Work-Life Balance Promoting work-life balance is essential for employee well-being and retention. Companies that support work-life balance attract and retain happier, healthier employees.

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Childcare Support and Assistance for Working Parents

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Parental Support Groups: Create platforms within the organization where parents can share experiences, resources, and advice. Such communities foster a sense of belonging and demonstrate organizational commitment to employee well-being.