Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

Mental health problems are and continue to be a significant concern and employers have not only a moral, but a legal obligation to help protect and support employees who may be suffering from such issues. Employees may find mental health conditions difficult to talk about and even try to conceal them, particularly when they are under pressure. Helpfully, the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) has recently issued new guidance to support employers and employees when it comes to

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JULY 5, 2023

One of the primary issues for companies competing for talent in a global market is how to attract and hire the best employees. Human resource managers face an enormous challenge in sifting through hundreds of resumes to find qualified applicants for each open position. Artificial Intelligence's Impact on the Hiring Process Initial screening of applicants is the most challenging aspect of the recruitment process, according to around 55% of recruitment and talent acquisition specialists.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 5, 2023

Women in the UK are urging politicians and business leaders to take steps that help them remain productive in the workforce for longer, as research shows more than half (54 percent) feel it would be difficult for them to raise issues, including menopause, with their employers and three fifths would also feel uncomfortable bringing up health and wellbeing issues with a male manager.

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 5, 2023

Company-wide vacations, PTO minimums and paying employees to get off the grid are emerging amid the emphasis on personalization.

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Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

HR Lineup

JULY 5, 2023

Tactical HR and strategic HR are two essential components of a successful human resources function within an organization. While they may seem distinct, they are interdependent and necessary for achieving long-term organizational goals. In this article, we will explore the differences between tactical HR and strategic HR and explain why both are crucial for effective HR management.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

The SECURE 2.0 Act requires participants who earned more than $145,000 in FICA wages in the prior year from their current employer to make all catch-up contributions on a Roth basis beginning in 2024. For many employers, the primary concern is how to integrate the new rule with how payroll deductions for catch-up contributions are […] The post Just Catching Up?

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 5, 2023

Keith Saucier, vice president of health and well-being at Mattel, shares how the maker of Barbie nurtures creativity in the workplace.

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Wellable

JULY 5, 2023

Deloitte’s recent survey uncovered a stark reality: employees are still struggling with unacceptably low levels of well-being. What are organizations still missing? The post Workplace Well-being Crisis: Decoding Disconnects And Paving New Paths appeared first on Wellable.

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 5, 2023

A new survey revealed that employees are struggling with intense anxiety around public speaking and making mistakes in the workplace.

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Discover essential strategies for employers to balance cost optimization with care. The top priorities for employers in 2024 are retaining talent, growing revenue and sales, and attracting talent. To achieve these goals, employers are turning towards comprehensive total rewards strategies informed by data-driven insights. Hear from industry experts on cost optimization strategies and how to leverage these approaches for a healthier workforce.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

Central and North West London (CNWL) NHS Foundation Trust has received menopause-friendly accreditation as part of its commitment to offer a menopause education and to build a more inclusive culture. Established by Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace, the accreditation is awarded to employers based on an assessment by an independent panel, where they must demonstrate their effectiveness in culture, policies and practices, training, engagement, facilities and evaluation.

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 5, 2023

Twitter has settled with a former employee who U.S. labor board prosecutors concluded was illegally punished for protesting its return-to-office mandate.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

JULY 5, 2023

For anyone familiar with retirement communities, the rise in the popularity of pickleball is nothing new. The tennis-like game which was played by 3-4 million (mostly older) Americans in the late 2010s, has exploded in popularity to nearly 9 million US players […] The post Health Insurance Caught in a New Pickle appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 5, 2023

Employers need to practice how they discuss total compensation in order to get a relationship with a new hire off on the right foot.

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Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's (ACS) “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults and diagnoses for 6 of the top 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges.

Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

In order to offer valued support, retail banking organisation TSB initially set out to identify how many of its 5,000 UK employees are carers. In doing this, it discovered that around 10% have caring responsibilities and was able to establish a mutual acknowledgement between employees and managers about what help is needed and reassure staff that it would be provided.

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PeopleKeep

JULY 5, 2023

In today's fast-paced and competitive business world, having a clear and effective organizational strategy is essential for success. It's like having a roadmap that guides the actions and decisions of your organization. It helps align resources, processes, and the efforts of employees toward common goals. This ultimately leads to improved performance and competitive advantage.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

The Carer’s Leave Act will provide employees caring for a dependent with a long-term care need with one week of flexible unpaid leave a year. Flexibility around job positions, hours and locations, as well as promoting this in job adverts, is crucial to help recruitment and retention. Employee assistance programmes , financial assistance and highlighting external and internal resources are good forms of support.

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Higginbotham

JULY 5, 2023

Recruiting and training new employees eats up valuable resources. It’s important to hire the right people from the start, and that requires a good selection of candidates. If you’re not receiving quality applications, it might be because you’re advertising in the wrong places. What to Look for in a Job Posting Site The best job posting site for one company may not be the best for another.

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There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!

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Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

Credit: Robert Way / Shutterstock.com Global travel service provider Trip.com Group has launched a childcare subsidy for all of its employees across the globe as of this month. Employees who have been in their roles for three years or more will receive an annual cash bonus of 10,000 Chinese Yuan (£1,086), or the equivalent in their country’s currency, for each newborn child every year from the child’s first birthday until they turn five.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 5, 2023

A new poll of people aged between 35 and 55 suggests that most workers expect to retire at around 62 years old, four years earlier than the UK state pension age of 66. The report called Providing for tomorrow today: understanding an ageing workforce was commissioned by law firm Osborne Clarke. It surveyed employees aged 35-55 working in seven industry sectors across the UK.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS) has introduced changes to funding criteria that will require all Scottish museums and galleries that want to apply for grants to pay all of their workers at least the real living wage. On 1 July, the funding and development body introduced two elements of the government’s guidelines on fair working practices: that all workers within an organisation must receive at least the real living wage , which is currently £10.90 per hour, and that all staff are to be provid

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Griffin Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

Employers of every size continue to struggle with the rising costs of healthcare, which ultimately increases the cost of medical premiums for everyone. While employers have traditionally worried about large medical claims, the growing popularity of exorbitantly-priced specialty drugs is creating an entirely new category of potentially catastrophic healthcare spend.

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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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JULY 5, 2023

BountiXP is a cutting-edge online platform that revolutionizes the way businesses engage, motivate, and reward their employees and customers. Designed to enhance loyalty, drive performance, and foster a positive work culture, BountiXP provides a comprehensive suite of tools and features that make recognition and rewards programs effortless and impactful.

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HR Digest

JULY 5, 2023

Are you tired of scrolling through endless job listings, daydreaming about the day you’ll finally land a high-paying gig? Well, my ambitious friends, it’s time to set your sights on the world of Human Resources. That’s right, HR isn’t just about hiring and firing—it’s a field filled with lucrative opportunities for those who dare to dream big.

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HR Lineup

JULY 5, 2023

Meeds is an innovative social media platform that aims to revolutionize the way people engage with social networks. It offers a unique approach by combining the power of social media with the concept of charitable giving, providing users with a meaningful and impactful way to connect with others while making a positive difference in the world. At its core, Meeds is designed to empower users to create and share content that matters.

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cipHR

JULY 5, 2023

SCORM is a set of technical standards that govern all learning management systems (LMS) and their content. These standards dictate how information is passed between input and output and are based on user interaction. SCORM ensures content is readable and responsive across a variety of learning management platforms What is SCORM? Shareable Content Object Reference Model — known by the acronym ‘SCORM’ — is a universally accepted set of technical standards used in learning management systems (LMS)

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