Workplace Insight

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

After a challenging environment for commercial real estate in 2023, its fallout provides investors, developers and corporate occupiers with significant opportunities for value creation and transformational organisational change in 2024, says leading property management and investment firm, Colliers (EMEA) in its new market commentary: ‘ Engage, activate and accelerate performance: next generation real estate strategies’ [registration].

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Employees will have more rights to ask for flexible-working arrangements under new legislation coming in this year. Workers with 26 weeks of employment can ask for flexibility on how, where and when they work. Where employers previously did not need to consult with workers before giving their decision, they will now be expected to, and to provide their response within two months instead of three.

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Employee Benefit News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Suhel Rana lost his job in the first round of major tech layoffs that started two years ago. Here's what he has to say about the experience.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The UK retirement age is rising, keeping employees in work for longer. Absenteeism is at a 10-year high, costing businesses billions a year. Taking steps to keep employees healthy will yield a return, and there are many ways to do so, including mental and financial wellbeing solutions. One thing for sure is that getting employees the medical help they need more quickly is essential, and this is where a Virtual GP and digital healthcare platform comes into its own.

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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 Benefit News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Supporting employees with a benefits plan that includes wellness and weight-loss options can create more than cost savings.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A civil enforcement action against a healthcare company reveals a straightforward lesson: It’s never too late for leaders to make the right decision. In this Forbes article, Michael Peregrine discusses the government’s complaint and offers takeaways for corporate boards. Access the article. The post It’s Never too Late to Detour From the Wrong Ethical Route appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

McCann Central is a creative agency employing more than 500 people across offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, London and Milton Keynes. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a strategic priority for the organisation. Ruepal Aujla, group DE&I lead and Bimingham’s head of media, says: “We have a responsibility to create the conditions for equality to thrive and be a place where all employees feel a sense of connection, belonging and shared purpose.

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Employee Benefit News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

If cultivating happy relationships sounds like a great way to make a living, this job list from Adzuna is for you.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Health plan sponsors should take note: Regulators are increasing their focus on the privacy and security of health information. And failure to comply with the latest guidance on these areas could prove costly. In their article “Risks Abound: What’s Going on With […] The post What’s Going On With Health Information and Cybersecurity appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Employee Benefit News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Maven now provides autoimmune care as an employee benefit through its partnership with WellTheory.

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Workplace Insight

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Employers are toughening up remote working rules according to a new poll from Randstad UK. Three in every five workers in the UK say that, in the past few months, their employer has become stricter about making staff come into the office. In a survey of 2,000 workers across the UK, 60 per cent agreed with the statement “In the past few months, my employer has become stricter about making sure staff come into the office.

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Employee Benefit News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Mandy Price, co-founder and CEO of Kanarys, advises employers on how to approach DEI as it becomes increasingly politicized in the U.S.

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Need to know: Economic constraints, complexities and fears of a potential backlash have driven some organisations to put diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) on the back burner. Line managers have a key role in an organisation’s DE&I strategy but training and role redesign could increase their effectiveness. Benefits are a visible way to support a DE&I strategy but organisations must ensure these are relevant to employees and open to all.

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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 Benefit News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Drug shortages have soared to a five-year peak as low profit margins discourage investment in generic manufacturing.

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, which supports local businesses, has completed a £9 million pension buy-in. The transaction, which was brokered by financial services consultancy Quantum Advisory, which was also the scheme actuary and lead transaction and investment adviser, will provide improved benefit security to around 100 pensioners and 40 deferred members.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Technology has transformed many of the traditional elements of human resource practices, but none more so than the processes required for effective recruiting, including job posting, searching, screening, interviewing, candidate selection and new hire onboarding. In this article, we will review the latest advancements in recruiting and how these innovations are revolutionizing the business of talent acquisition, adding new tools to help organizations make the right hiring decisions while streaml

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Image credit: Andi Smallwood Music copyright collective PRS for Music has reported a 14.9% mean ethnicity pay gap for 2023, down from 17.6% from 2022. Its 2023 gender and ethnicity pay gap report revealed that its median gap was 13.1%, down from 14.6% the prior year. There was an increase in the representation of people from ethnic communities, climbing from 21% in 2022 to 25% in 2023.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

[link] Unleashing the Potential: How to Nurture and Develop Legal Assistants in the Litigation Field ‍ In today’s fast-paced legal industry, the role of legal assistants in the litigation field is becoming increasingly vital. As a legal assistant myself, I have witnessed firsthand the immense value that we bring to law firms and attorneys.

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PeopleKeep

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

To effectively navigate the complex world of tax filing, it's important to have a comprehensive understanding of the various forms and requirements the IRS requires you to complete based on your specific situation, such as Form 8962, Premium Tax Credit 1. Individuals with premium tax credits (PTCs) have the option to receive them on their federal income tax return or opt for advance payment to help cover the cost of their monthly insurance premiums throughout the year.

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PeopleStrategy

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Deciding to reduce your employee headcount is never easy. There are multiple ways that you can cut back the number of employees you have on the payroll (and subsequently their benefits) but it is important to determine what style of reduction is appropriate for your business. There are key differences between layoffs and furloughs and approaches such as hiring freezes that could prevent them.

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PeopleKeep

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

With the cost of medical care rising nationwide , employers want budget-friendly health benefits more than ever. To provide you with a more accurate quote, many insurance companies and brokers will ask you for a report on the demographics of your workforce—also known as an employee census. Providing an employee census will help you receive the right benefits at the best premium rates possible.

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BetterUp

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Jump to section Assertive versus aggressive communication An assertiveness example 4 benefits of being assertive 3 characteristics of assertive communication How to communicate assertively Assertive communication shows you care

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Have you ever heard the term deductible when it comes to health insurance but aren’t quite sure what it means? Understanding the concept of a deductible is crucial for effectively managing your medical finances and making informed decisions. In this article, we will dive into the details and explain what a deductible is and how it works.

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Business Management Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Your work email signature acts as your digital business card. It’s designed to give a brief overview of who you are, what you do, and how the recipient can get in contact with you. If you’re starting a new job, one of the first things you’ll want to do is set up your email signature. Likewise, if you’re in a new role or haven’t taken a look at yours in a while, it might be time for an update.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A new hire walks through your doors, not with trepidation, but with excitement. They’re greeted by enthusiastic colleagues, equipped with the right tools and knowledge they need to hit the ground running. The new hire feels valued, engaged, and ready to contribute their unique talents and skills. This is the magic of a well-structured onboarding programs, and it’s within reach for any organizations, big or small.

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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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