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HR Lineup
AUGUST 4, 2024
In today’s fast-paced work environment, managing Paid Time Off (PTO) efficiently is crucial for both employers and employees. PTO tracking software has become an indispensable tool for HR departments, allowing seamless management of employee leave, ensuring compliance, and enhancing overall productivity.
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Employee Benefit News
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Companies should consider offering paid leave for employees who are victims of domestic violence and other serious crimes.
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Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders
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Employee Benefit News
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
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Employee Benefit News
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Experts from the University of Phoenix and MomsRising break down how employers can help low-income moms overcome career barriers.
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Employee Benefit News
DECEMBER 29, 2023
From flexibility to expert advice, employers have a better shot of retaining talent when they offer support to employees caring for loved ones.
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Employee Benefit News
MARCH 28, 2025
Using data analytics, employers will be able to track whether employees are taking enough time off.
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Employee Benefit News
JANUARY 5, 2023
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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
JULY 26, 2022
Unlimited paid time off (PTO): the benefits trend that has rapidly grown, especially in the wake of a global pandemic. How exactly are employers able to offer a limitless vacation. Read more > The post Unlimited PTO—Surprise! It’s Not Unlimited. appeared first on Word on Benefits.
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Employee Benefit News
JULY 7, 2023
From providing education around cannabis use, to rethinking PTO policies, employers should get creative with their wellness strategies.
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Employee Benefit News
JUNE 9, 2023
From tech tools to unlimited PTO policies, here's how employers are prioritizing mental health at work.
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Patriot Software
JUNE 28, 2021
And, some states require employers to provide some form of paid time off (PTO). So, how do you calculate PTO, especially if an employee earns overtime? And, does PTO accrue on overtime? Having employees comes with rules from the government. Federal and state laws both provide regulations regarding overtime.
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Achievers
DECEMBER 16, 2019
Naturally, most businesses can’t afford the king suite of benefits—unlimited PTO, free insurance, etc. Given the choice between working somewhere with great benefits and somewhere with the bare minimum, anyone would choose the business with more PTO. You might be thinking, “Well, of course, they would.” Health insurance.
Patriot Software
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Offering paid time off (PTO) is a benefit many small business owners extend to employees. Although the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) does not typically require PTO, many business owners provide paid vacation and personal days. And, some employers may even offer unlimited PTO policies.
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BerniePortal
APRIL 6, 2022
Unlimited PTO has become an increasingly popular benefit offered by employers to stand out in a competitive hiring market. The key to offering unlimited PTO, however, is understanding and using it effectively.
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Business Management Daily
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
However, managing and tracking PTO can be a nightmare for companies large and small. Before you start tracking and managing employee PTO balances, you’ll need to formulate a PTO policy to determine how PTO is going to be accrued or offered. Tracking PTO balances and accruals. Software solutions. Excel tracking.
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Business Management Daily
JULY 12, 2021
As such, your PTO policy will be one of your most important company policies. Having a solid PTO policy will make administering paid time off easier on human resources and simpler to use for employees. Types of PTO. Holidays are paid days off that do not come from either of the above-mentioned PTO banks. Sick leave.
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HR Lineup
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
This end-to-end process encompasses various stages of employment, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning and development, compensation and benefits administration, career progression, and eventual retirement or departure from the organization.
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Best Money Moves
AUGUST 11, 2021
Combat COVID-19 Burnout With These 3 PTO Strategies. PTO benefits can be an important weapon in fighting widespread pandemic burnout. Try these three strategies to encourage PTO use. Yet, even before the COVID-19 pandemic, American workers have a history of not taking full advantage of their PTO.
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HR Lineup
MAY 24, 2022
Employers realized that volunteering programs improve employee engagement and corporate social responsibility. Therefore, many employers are nowadays incorporating it into their leave policies. Note that there are two types of volunteering, including corporate and employer-based. . VTO vs PTO. Employee Retention.
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BerniePortal
NOVEMBER 4, 2020
PTO remains a top priority for both employees and job candidates. Eager to retain current teammates and to attract potential new hires, many employers have started to offer unlimited PTO plans. What does HR need to know about this time off policy, and what should it consider when deciding to implement a new PTO benefit?
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Achievers
DECEMBER 19, 2023
You’re much more likely to want to stay in the job you’re in as well, along with telling others about how great your workplace is, boosting your organization’s employer brand. Employers should work to develop a positive and inclusive workplace culture that reduces stressors and promotes mental wellness.
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Business Management Daily
JULY 8, 2020
In fact, a recent WorldatWork survey reports 27 percent of employers expanding well-being benefits because of the pandemic and 19 percent both expanding existing benefits and adding new ones. Particularly important for employers is getting word out about EAPs ( Employee Assistance Programs ). Paid vacation and PTO.
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BerniePortal
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
As the end of the year approaches, it's important for employers to revisit their PTO policy and align expectations accordingly. With the COVID-19 pandemic still surging and holidays on the horizon, employees will start thinking about how much PTO they have left and if they should take it.
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BerniePortal
MAY 25, 2021
With the summer months quickly approaching, employers should encourage their teams to use their paid time off (PTO). Telling employees to take time off sounds counterintuitive—isn’t it best if your employees are reporting for duty and present at work? Not exactly. Read on to find out why.
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HR Digest
JANUARY 7, 2025
Image: Pexels Employers Need to Take Note of These Upcoming Trends in Employee Benefits The kind of employee benefits offered by an employer can make or break the companys retention numbers. Employers are leveraging advanced analytics and AI-driven platforms to curate benefits ecosystems that adapt to individual needs.
Business Management Daily
JUNE 25, 2024
Sick leave, and PTO in general, is a top concern for new hires. They may have requirements on the minimum number of days or hours of paid sick leave employers in the state need to offer. These laws can address PTO payout upon termination or specify when employers may require documentation for absences.
Achievers
OCTOBER 24, 2017
When most companies hire hourly workers , they often focus solely on the dollar amount they must pay to attract qualified candidates, rather than the perks and benefits that can set them apart from other potential employers. However, many hourly employers don’t offer much PTO if they offer it at all. Don’t be MOST companies.
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Business Management Daily
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Professional employer organizations (PEOs) offer a cost-effective solution to this problem. Besides the cost savings, working with a PEO can yield many benefits to employers. NAPEO (National Association of Professional Employer Organizations) economists Laurie Bassi and Dan McMurrer conducted research into PEOs.
Insperity
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
When an organization needs to reduce its payroll due to financial hardship, there are two options employers may consider: furlough vs. layoff. A layoff is a way for employers to part ways with employees for reasons that have nothing to do with the employee’s job performance. What is a layoff? What is a furlough?
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Higginbotham
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Unlimited PTO policies are becoming more popular, but they can come with advantages and challenges. Understanding the pros and cons for both employees and employers is key when deciding if an unlimited paid time off program is right for your organization. What is unlimited PTO? Attracting top talent. Cost efficiency.
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Business Management Daily
AUGUST 21, 2024
Presenteeism is prevalent as many people hesitate to take time off when needed due to a lack of PTO, concerns over job security, and other factors. However, it can also be subtle and may only be noticeable to employers that quantitatively measure worker productivity. This results in decreased job performance and productivity.
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HR Digest
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Finding solutions to workplace isolation is beneficial for the organization and the individual—it is critical for the employer to take the matter seriously and do what is within their power to establish a healthy work culture. Employees should be encouraged to use their PTO days and take a break when they need it.
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Achievers
FEBRUARY 7, 2017
Set a sleep goal for employees and have them track their sleep over a period of time to earn rewards like gift cards, merchandise or PTO. To ensure a tangible element for this type of recognition, employers can also create a wall of fame to post photos of these high performing employees. A Kindness Initiative. A Shadow Initiative.
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HR Lineup
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
A PEO also referred to as a professional employer organization, has continued to gain recognition mainly due to its benefits to small and medium-sized organizations within the United States. A professional employer organization (PEO) is an outsourcing firm that offers Human Resource services to small and medium-sized organizations.
Hppy
OCTOBER 20, 2021
Having a modernized paid time off (PTO) policy is important for employees and businesses. When you don’t offer your employees PTO or you don’t have a well-structured program for implementation, it’s problematic. Below, we go into some things any business or HR team should know about modernized PTO. . An Overview of PTO.
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Employee Benefit News
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
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Patriot Software
JULY 7, 2021
As an employer, you may decide to establish a paid time off (PTO) policy for your employees that they can use for vacation, personal days, sick time, etc. But, how do you go about changing your business’s PTO policy? At some point, you may decide that you want to tweak your current policy. And, can […] READ MORE.
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PeopleKeep
OCTOBER 12, 2022
As an employer looking to hire new talent or retain your existing employees, it’s important to offer fringe benefits including paid time off, also known as PTO. Offering PTO is a crucial element of a healthy and attractive workplace. When employees take PTO, productivity is increased and burnout is reduced.
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Achievers
OCTOBER 26, 2021
Team members expect their employer to remember work milestones. Giving your employee time off, such as a few days of extra PTO or even the opportunity to take a sabbatical, provides them with valuable time to recharge and celebrate on their own time. Download the free guide to building a business case for employee recognition.
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Insperity
AUGUST 25, 2020
What can you do to stand out during unpredictable times and show that you’re an employer of choice – and will continue to be one, come what may? What’s an employer of choice? When you’re an employer of choice, you’re an organization that people have a strong desire to work for. What being an employer of choice looks like.
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BerniePortal
APRIL 27, 2021
If this proves to be the case, retention efforts will need to be top of mind for employers going into this summer. While some degree of turnover is expected in most organizations, experts are predicting a wave of widespread turnover after vaccine efforts help workers feel more confident about making career moves. Read on to find out.
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HR Lineup
AUGUST 20, 2023
Planleave is a comprehensive and user-friendly PTO (Paid Time Off) tracker that revolutionizes the way individuals and organizations manage their time-off schedules. For employees, Planleave provides a personalized dashboard where they can easily view their accrued PTO, remaining balances, and any approved or pending leave requests.
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Insperity
NOVEMBER 11, 2021
But what does it take to become known as a veteran-friendly employer? Of course, military members are no different than any other employee in terms of what they want out of their job and from their employer. Read on for additional strategies for becoming a veteran-friendly employer. Recruiting and hiring veterans and reservists.
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Insperity
MARCH 8, 2022
For example, some states have laws requiring dedicated paid sick leave or may permit the lumping of all time off together into one paid time off (PTO) bank. Post-pandemic, many companies offer extra PTO days specifically for personal matters. Furthermore, avoid rewarding employees who don’t use their PTO benefit.
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