Employee Benefit News

JULY 13, 2022

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Patriot Software

JULY 13, 2022

There are a lot of things to keep track of as a business owner, with payroll taxes being one of them. The IRS requires you to withhold payroll taxes on your employees’ earnings and also contribute payroll taxes. This process can be complicated if you aren’t prepared. Read on to learn the difference between income […] READ MORE.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 11, 2022

July 1 was the deadline for health plans to make public their in-network negotiated rates, out-of-network billed charges, and more. While health plans will be required to post this information, employers who sponsor their group health insurance for their employees will need to take steps to ensure that their plans comply with the law, if they have not already done so.

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Money Talk

JULY 13, 2022

I recently wrote a blog post about doing a mid-year financial check-up in early July so you have six months to work on planned action steps. In this post, I continue the conversation with specific action steps for older adults. Below are ten additional action steps, in addition to those shared previously, that specifically apply to people age 60+: ¨ RMD Withdrawals - Required minimum distributions (RMDs) are required starting at age 72.

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BetterUp

JULY 15, 2022

Jump to section. What is situational leadership? Understanding the situational leadership model. What are the four styles of situational leadership? What are some examples of when a situational leadership style might best be used? What are the qualities of a situational leader? What are some situational leadership examples? Why is situational leadership effective?

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Qandle

JULY 14, 2022

The word “hybrid” has emerged as one of the most popular terms in 2022. Companies are keen to summon staff back to work now that the pandemic’s spread has slowed down significantly. However, due to the fact that many workers now like working remotely, the WFH system that has been in place for more than two years has presented its own unique set of issues.

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HR Digest

JULY 14, 2022

In these challenging times, Eloiza Domingo, VP and Chief Inclusive Diversity & Equity Officer at Allstate, is making a herculean effort to build on the advantages of a values-driven corporate culture. In a conversation with The HR Digest , she explains why DE&I is a new frontier and plays a dominant role in motivating employees at the largest insurer in America.

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BetterUp

JULY 13, 2022

Jump to section. What is career planning? Do you have to be at a certain age to plan your career? How do you start career planning? 7 steps to organized career planning. Some additional tips to help build your career plan.

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TLNT

JULY 13, 2022

It’s been a challenging couple of years to be, well…human. The ongoing pandemic, record-high inflation, social justice issues, global conflict (and more), have led to significant declines in mental health. As a result, stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, and post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD) have all been on the rise. Not only this, they’ve crept their way into 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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Insperity

JULY 14, 2022

As a business leader, you’re probably accustomed to conducting performance reviews with employees. This is because it’s so important for team members to receive constructive feedback from objective third parties. We simply do not see ourselves the way other people do. But what about you – who’s reviewing your own performance? Maybe someone is once a year as your regular performance review, but maybe no one is.

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AssuredPartners

JULY 13, 2022

I am proud to announce that AssuredPartners is taking an action-oriented step alongside a group of over 2,000 businesses in a collective commitment to make progress toward advancing diversity and inclusion in our workplace, communities and country. I am excited and inspired for us to join the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™, the largest CEO-driven business commitment to advance diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 14, 2022

The health care sector is not immune to the effects of spiking inflation, and the increasing cost of care is likely to spill over into health insurance — but it’s uncertain by how much. Mid-year is the time that health insurers start setting their pricing for the upcoming year, and they are currently locked in what one trade publication calls “bloody” contract negotiations with doctors and medical networks to secure the highest prices they can for their services.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 14, 2022

Just as an expired U.S. passport won’t get you on a plane, such a document does not fly when an employee presents one for I-9 compliance. To successfully complete Form I-9 — also known as an Employment Eligibility Verification Form — an employer needs to receive an unexpired document. When a new employee presents a passport with an expiration date that has passed, the employer cannot consider it an acceptable document.

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Qandle

JULY 13, 2022

Businesses who are astute with their time management know they do not have the luxury of wasting time manually executing simple and repetitive HR chores or going through the same long procedures over and over again. However, if companies make the investment in a Human Resources Management System (HRMS Software), they will be able to swiftly and efficiently automate these time-consuming and tiresome operations, which will free up HR personnel to concentrate on activities that offer more value to

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BetterUp

JULY 15, 2022

Jump to section. The relationship between exercise and mental health. How does exercise improve mental health? What type of exercise is the best? Don’t overdo it. Leverage the power of the mind-body connection.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 14, 2022

There are three measures progressing in the state Capitol that businesses should keep an eye on as they could have profound effects for them. The measures passed their houses of origin by the legislative deadline of May 27 and will now be heard in the other house. The bills, if they become law, will affect some employers more than others, but the most controversial one is SB 1044.

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AssuredPartners

JULY 10, 2022

Every industry is susceptible to cyber security risks, and the construction industry is no exception. The construction industry is largely unregulated when it comes to cybersecurity, so many companies fail to prioritize this issue. Many believe that their company doesn’t have anything a hacker could want, when in fact they hold sensitive information such as proprietary data, employee records, project designs, bid pricing, financial records, contracts, and more.

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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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PeopleKeep

JULY 13, 2022

Your organization's culture can be a significant factor in what attracts top talent and keeps current employees happy and satisfied. Many employers know that diversity is a critical aspect of culture in the modern workplace. However, fostering an inclusive culture that encourages individualism, respect, and appreciation is even more important than basic diversity metrics in hiring.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 12, 2022

Organizational change can’t happen without buy-in from employees at all levels, which is always challenging. It’s just human nature for some to resist the change process, ranging from minor setbacks to completely derailing your change initiatives. Enter ADKAR: a model for change in business from Prosci that focuses on the people side of change.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

JULY 12, 2022

An interview with Kelly Lendsay, president & CEO of Indigenous Works, provides practical tips for organizations to navigate the complex world of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Alyssa HodderDirector, Education. Read more > The post How to Create a More Inclusive Environment for Indigenous Peoples appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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AssuredPartners

JULY 14, 2022

Most business owners spend a great deal of time building a business and very little time thinking about an exit strategy. Detailed planning is needed to ensure a smooth, seamless transition, and because there are multiple aspects that affect a transfer, having a solid business succession plan in place is key. There are four key elements of a successful plan.

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

PeopleKeep

JULY 13, 2022

When deciding which additional employee benefits to offer, there’s no shortage of perks or fringe benefits that can help supplement your benefits package. If your staff must commute to work, offering a commuter benefit can be an excellent incentive for attracting and retaining your employees. But what are commuter benefits, and how do they work? In this article, we’ll explain commuter benefits, how different types of benefits work, and what expenses you can use for them.

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BerniePortal

JULY 11, 2022

Amidst the recent economic downturn, an increasing number of organizations have begun to rescind job offers. While this has caused concern for many hopeful job applicants regarding their future prospects, is this practice really indicative of the state of the overall job market? Read on to learn more about how and why organizations may choose to rescind their job offers.

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Vantage Circle

JULY 13, 2022

Since the 20th century, the word bro began to gain a non-familial connotation. In the 1970s the word bro started being referred to as a male friend rather than just another man. Gradually this word has become synonymous with the subculture related to young men partying with other like-minded individuals. The typical male-dominated culture based on exclusion can be identified as bro culture.

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TLNT

JULY 11, 2022

Efficiency. It’s one of those watchwords all companies subscribe to wanting. And yes, HR is no less immune to this than any other department. But while we might all talk about the need for making HR more efficient, what have companies actually done to make their HR processes better?

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