Achievers

APRIL 26, 2024

Did you know there are over 4.7 million registered nurses in the U.S. , making them the largest group of healthcare professionals in the country? National Nurses Week is your time to honor these amazing healthcare heroes. Take a moment to recognize the tireless dedication, compassion, and skill of nurses who make a difference in countless lives every day and show your appreciation for these healthcare champions.

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Money Talk

APRIL 25, 2024

The weather is slowly getting warmer across much of the country and many people are starting to think about having a garage sale. Reasons for a garage sale include making extra cash, downsizing in preparation for a move, or simply clearing away unwanted items and household clutter. Below are eight tips to prepare for an upcoming garage sale: Develop a Plan- Decide when, where, and how often to hold a sale.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 23, 2024

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at UKG , a leading provider of HR, payroll, workforce management, and culture cloud solutions. Newsweek named UKG for the second consecutive year to their Greatest Workplaces for Women. Congrats to them and enjoy the article!) I belong to a couple of online human resources groups. I’m sure you do too.

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PayrollOrg

APRIL 24, 2024

On April 23, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule to increase the minimum salary level for the Fair Labor Standards Act “white collar” exemptions.

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Performance reviews are a proactive way to engage with your employees, provide clear communication about expectations, and acknowledge them for their hard work. But getting the right framework and creating consistency across your organization can be tricky. We put together this checklist to help you evaluate your current performance review process and equip managers with the right tools to perform individual assessments.

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Employee Benefits

APRIL 25, 2024

Just over one-third of pension savers (35%) feel confident to make decisions such as choosing how to access their pension when they reach retirement age, according to research by workplace pension scheme provider TPT Retirement Solutions. Its survey of more than 2,500 defined contribution (DC) scheme members also found that a similar proportion of respondents were unsure about how to best deploy their savings when they retire, with 39% not knowing what they will do with the majority of their pen

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 25, 2024

This week, the Government Property Agency brought together Civil Service leaders to exchange ideas, debate trends and inform how the GPA delivers its property services. The GPA is leading one of the country’s biggest and most ambitious workplace renewal programmes for its clients – delivering a smaller, better connected, better quality, and greener property estate to support the work of Civil Service teams and bring them closer to the communities they serve.

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PeopleKeep

APRIL 25, 2024

Small businesses often face challenges when providing health insurance for employees due to the high costs associated with traditional group health insurance plans. However, small businesses can consider several popular health insurance alternatives to provide their employees with access to healthcare coverage. In this article, we'll explore some popular health insurance alternatives for small businesses that can help you provide your employees with the coverage they need without breaking the ba

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Employee Benefit News

APRIL 23, 2024

Dr. Chris Pagnani, medical director of Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates, breaks down the benefits of reduced environmental stimulation therapy.

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Employee Benefits

APRIL 23, 2024

Credit: ricochet64 / Shutterstock.com Tyre manufacturing organisation Michelin is to guarantee a living wage for its more than 100,000 global employees, as well as enhancing parental and healthcare benefits. As part of its deployment of a living wage worldwide, to guarantee employees a salary equivalent to at least the living wage, Michelin received the global living wage employer certification from the Fair Wage Network.

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Achievers

APRIL 23, 2024

Objectives and key results (OKRs) are a powerful framework for aligning employee efforts with organizational goals. Whether it’s driving revenue growth, improving customer satisfaction, or boosting employee engagement, OKRs provide clarity and direction for employees at all levels. They establish meaningful goals and define clear metrics that let team members track progress towards them, encouraging a culture of transparency and accountability.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 24, 2024

While we often view personality as a fixed entity, a new study suggests the COVID-19 pandemic may have left a subtle but enduring mark on some aspects of our personalities. Published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , the research suggests that while significant personality changes weren’t widespread, conscientiousness levels generally increased throughout the pandemic, while extraversion dipped slightly.

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PeopleKeep

APRIL 24, 2024

Some employers must provide a health insurance plan with minimum essential coverage (MEC) to avoid penalties under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and ensure employees have access to essential healthcare services. In some cases, these employers may consider a type of group plan called a MEC plan. However, simply providing a no-frills MEC plan instead of a more comprehensive health benefit may not be enough to meet the needs of your employees.

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Employee Benefit News

APRIL 26, 2024

Companies will need to work harder to retain employees, without "handcuffing" them to the business, says this HR expert.

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HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Employee Benefits

APRIL 22, 2024

Two-fifths (40%) of women believe their professional career development has been negatively impacted due to a lack of women’s health support in the workplace, according to new research. Healthcare provider Benenden Health surveyed 5,000 female employees and 1,000 business owners for its latest report. When asked how their health challenges had negatively impacted their careers, respondents cited missing important meetings, experiencing negative comments about their work, and being overlooked for

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InterWest Insurance Services

APRIL 23, 2024

The average age of a construction worker is now in the 40s. Baby boomers — people born between 1946 and 1964 — represent 40% of the construction industry workforce, according to the Center for Construction Research and Training. The nature of construction work presents many hazards for workers, many of which may not appear until late into a person’s career.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 22, 2024

A £100 million program designed to help disabled people find work in England and Wales has been quietly cancelled, raising concerns as the government pursues plans to reduce disability benefits. The Work and Health Programme (WHP), launched in 2017, will cease operation this autumn. This news comes amidst Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s proposed benefit cuts for 420,000 sick and disabled individuals, aiming to push them into employment.

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PeopleKeep

APRIL 22, 2024

Having a health insurance plan is an excellent way to ensure you have access to the care you need to stay happy and healthy long-term. However, depending on where you live, your health insurance—particularly an individual policy—may be more expensive than expected. Knowing how location factors into your health plan costs can help you shop for a budget-friendly policy that will meet your medical needs.

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As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?

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Employee Benefit News

APRIL 25, 2024

A stroke rehabilitation specialist explains the risk factors women face, and how certain lifestyle changes can keep them healthy.

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Employee Benefits

APRIL 23, 2024

Half (51%) of employees want to see their employer invest more in sustainability, rising to 61% among younger workers aged 18-34, according to research by employee benefits technology provider Zest. Its survey of 2,000 employees and 500 HR decision makers also found that more than half (53%) of respondents would like to see their employer investing in more sustainable benefits such as electric vehicles and sustainable pensions , rising to 66% among 18–34 year olds.

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Business Management Daily

APRIL 23, 2024

Sophia goes over her notes one last time before heading to bed. She wants the presentation tomorrow to go well, and she knows falling back on what she rehearsed will help ease her nerves when the pressure is on. Before sleeping, she sets her alarm for a bit earlier than usual in order to have some extra time to ease into the next morning. Sophia and her coworkers do a good job of explaining the new marketing campaign to their client.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 22, 2024

Zurich tops the 2024 Smart City Index , with European and Asian cities dominating the rankings. The report, released by the IMD World Competitiveness Center’s Smart City Observatory and the World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization (WeGO), analyses data and resident surveys from 142 cities globally. Seven of the top 10 smartest cities hail from Europe.

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Compensation is one of your biggest expenses as a business, but it is also your biggest investment in your people and your culture. A great compensation strategy can be an incredible asset that supports your business goals and lays a foundation of trust between your company and your employees. Whether you already have a compensation strategy in place or you’re building one from scratch, this guide will help you level up your approach through these 6 steps: 1.

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Florida Workers' Comp

APRIL 23, 2024

On April 11, 2024, Governor DeSantis signed CS/CS/HB 433. That designation, as we have noted previously, has meaning. The "CS" reflects that the bill that was signed is not the same as the one that was introduced in the House of Representatives. The "CS" stands for "Committee Substitute," and since this bill has that twice in the name there is evidence of significant effort and alteration between filing and passage.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

APRIL 25, 2024

When it comes to neurodivergence in the workplace, stigma is everywhere. Often, neurotypical people with little outside knowledge or experience have inaccurate assumptions about those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, down syndrome and other forms of neurodivergence. Additionally, these ways of functioning are […] The post Neurodivergence in the Workplace: Steps for Employers appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Employee Benefit News

APRIL 23, 2024

Fifty-three percent of employees don't think they're getting the most out of their options because they lack understanding of their plans.

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HR Lineup

APRIL 23, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of modern employment, the term “boomerang employee” has gained traction. Boomerang employees are individuals who leave a company, only to return to work for the same organization after a period of time. This phenomenon is reshaping traditional notions of employee loyalty and organizational relationships. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the concept of boomerang employees, exploring their significance, motivations, benefits, and challenges f

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Hiring a new employee is an expensive and time-consuming process. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), it typically costs $4,425 to hire a new employee — not to mention the 36 days the average team spends trying to fill a position. Yet nearly 1 in 5 employees (16%) of employees quit in their first week — and 17% leave after the first month.

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