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4 Change Management Strategies for Managing HR Digital Transformation

HR Bartender

There’s lots of talk about digital transformation but do we really know what it means? And everything that’s involved? One of the best definitions I’ve heard was at last year’s KronosWorks conference. John Frehse, senior managing director at Ankura Consulting Group LLC, described digital transformation with the line, “Data is out. Answers are in.” His point was that digital transformation is about organizations getting answers through the strategic use of technology.

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Are You Required to Give Employees Time Off to Vote?

Patriot Software

As a small business owner, you may offer types of paid or unpaid time off to employees. But when election day rolls around, do you give employees time off to vote? Read on to learn about offering time off to vote, voting leave laws by state, and whether you can refuse voting leave. Giving employees […] READ MORE.

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Reasons Why We Should Take Care Of Our Mental Health

Take It Personel-ly

In the wake of the COVID-19 global pandemic and other current events, health has become everyone’s top priority. Aside from the threats to your physical health, the “new normal” can also take its toll on your mental health. Fear and anxiety can develop or worsen when worrying about avoiding infections when in public and ensuring […].

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How to Increase Diversity in the Workplace

Hireology

Diversity and inclusion have for a long while been hot button issues in the workplace. In recent years, however, they’ve become ever-more important due to issues like the Black Lives Matter and #MeToo movements, along with a worldwide rise in immigration. All that to say, hiring employees from diverse backgrounds isn’t simply a fad that will die down — it’s a necessity to have a workforce that represents the world we live in. .

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Balancing Cost and Care: 3 Key Considerations for Cost Optimization in 2024

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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5 Components for Successful Organizational Analytics

HR Bartender

Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to attend the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) People Analytics Conference. During one of the sessions, speaker Jack Phillips shared five components for successful organizational analytics, and I wanted to share those with you. I really liked this model because I felt like it was something the entire organization could support.

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How To Optimise Communication Across A Remote Workforce

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We have seen a massive increase around the world of remote working in the last few months. This has been a trend that we have been seeing for a while now but has been drastically speeding up due to the coronavirus pandemic. The world is beginning to get back to something resembling ‘normal,’ however, the […].

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Examples of common small business employee benefits

PeopleKeep

Employee benefits are any form of compensation paid to employees over and above regular salary or wages. Employee benefits come in many forms and are an important part of the overall compensation package offered to employees. In this article, we’ll outline common examples of small business employee benefits.

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Yes, People Are Checking Out Your Video Background

HR Bartender

A couple of weeks ago, I asked you a question about “ checking out a person’s video background during a call ” and you can see how you responded above. Honestly, this is not a surprise to me. And it shouldn’t be to you either. What’s in the background during your video calls says something about you. The question is does it reflect what you want it to say about you?

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Pomodoro Technique- What is it and How it’ll help you?

Vantage Circle

As humans, we continuously try to evolve in every aspect of our lives. For the same, we actively search for new ways to become more efficient and agile. Well, this thing now applies heavily in our professional lives, where we have to juggle between a lot of things simultaneously. Here, the only thing that matters is managing one’s time effectively, and for this, many professionals, especially those in leadership positions, practice the pomodoro technique.

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Individual Development Plan Template

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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7 Ways to Make a Small Bathroom Feel Bigger

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Small bathrooms can be a pain point in any home. And if the bathroom is shared between siblings or guests, it can become a tight spot when everyone is getting ready, causing frustration. While it’s easy to blame it on the small bathroom, it can also be created by the cosmetic clutter scattered across the […].

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How a GCHRA and an HSA compare

PeopleKeep

How a group coverage HRA and HSA compare. The primary options for companies looking to supplement their group health insurance plan are Section 105 plans , commonly known as group coverage HRAs (GCHRAs), and Section 125 plans , also known as cafeteria plans, which include health savings accounts (HSAs).

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7 Ways to Make Friends at Work

HR Digest

A workplace can be hectic scenario- lots of responsibilities, targets, managers and the bunch of busy coworkers around. It can overwhelm and both frustrating. However, it can turn into an enjoyable scenario by connecting with coworkers on a friendly level and making friends at work. Having friends at workplace is important as they assist and help the person fit in a workplace and can be teammates outside the workstation.

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Your Step-by-step Guide on How to Apply for EIN—aka Employer Identification Number

Patriot Software

If you want to buy a car or house, open a bank account, or get a job, you need a Social Security number. An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is like that—but for your business. Many businesses need an EIN to operate. And if your business is one of them, you must know how to apply […] READ MORE.

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The Ultimate Performance Review Checklist

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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Safety Hacks: Best Road Safety and Driving Tips You Need To Follow

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Nowadays, the practicality that cars and automobiles provide is indeed insurmountable. With the growing popularity of phone apps and easy navigation systems, traveling is easier than ever. If you’re not driving, walking and cycling is a great alternative, as well. Regardless of what mode of transportation you prefer for travel, it’s obligatory to take extra […].

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Section 125 Premium Only Plan rules & regulations

PeopleKeep

IRS code Section 125 allows an employer to set up a Premium Only Plan (POP), where an employee's insurance premium contributions can be deducted from his or her payroll on a pre-tax basis. This can save employees up to 40% on income taxes and payroll taxes. The employer also saves on these taxes.

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How to retain and care for restaurant workers amid COVID-19 crisis

HR Digest

The restaurant sector is notorious for having one of the highest turnover rates, at 81.9 percent as of 2019. According to economists, the employee turnover rate in the restaurant sector was 62.6% compared to a 42.4% rate in the private sector. But proper restaurant workforce planning strategies can help owners motivate employees to work harder, be happy and stay longer.

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How CargoSense donated its logistics tech to spot coronavirus trends

Insperity

Humanity has a beautiful way of banding together in times of turmoil – the more fortunate helping the needy, the overworked, the disadvantaged. While it’s easy to get lost in the daily COVID-19 headlines and statistics, it’s important to recognize that there’s a lot of good going on in the world. I’m proud to present Insperity’s new blog series, Good Business , showcasing companies that have adapted to meet the needs of this uncertain time and to give back to their communities.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

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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How to Keep Track of Important Documents as a Landlord

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A landlord has to keep track of a lot of documents, some pertaining to tenants and others dealing with a building. The problem is figuring how to keep track of everything, which is what the following guide will help with. Why Document Management Matters The first thing that should be pointed out is how important […].

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How Medicare premiums are calculated

PeopleKeep

If you’re currently on Medicare or reaching the age where you are considering Medicare, it’s important to understand the basics. Furthermore, you should consider how premiums are calculated in order to have an idea of what kind of premium you’ll be looking at. Here is a quick guide showing you what Medicare is, how Medicare premiums are calculated, and average rates to expect.

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Microsoft adopts a hybrid workplace model by giving its employees permanent ‘work from home’ option

HR Digest

Microsoft released a “hybrid workplace” plan outlining its new work policy once the pandemic is over all over the world and people can choose to continue to work from home. In a blog post on the site, Microsoft explained that it will now allow employees to work from home for less than 50 percent of their working hours, or for managers to approve permanent remote work. .

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4 Tips for Managing Open Enrollment during the COVID-19 Era

Corporate Synergies

These tips can help provide stability for an uncertain open enrollment during COVID-19. The post 4 Tips for Managing Open Enrollment during the COVID-19 Era appeared first on Corporate Synergies.

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Want To Enhance Your Total Rewards To Achieve Organizational Success? Start Here.

Are you looking for ways to enhance your employee value proposition? Gallagher Better Works SM Insights has got you covered! Dive into the latest magazine issue and discover how flexibility, equity, recognition and strategically applied resources can improve your total rewards package. Download the PDF to learn more about: Building retirement benefits for a global and mobile workforce Promoting employee and organizational growth through succession planning Empowering women in leadership through

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Auto dealer marketing: How to Boost Your Internet Car Sales

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Car dealerships are a lucrative industry, especially those that market themselves well. These days when we talk about marketing, we talk about the internet. Many buyers are now online. However, from the point of view of your ideal customer, buying a car online can be a daunting process. That’s where you come in. You have […].

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Form I-9 Storage Requirements for HR Teams | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Employment compliance is a tricky but necessary component of any HR team's responsibilities. This includes new hire documentation such as Form I-9, which comes with its own set of rules and regulations. Does it matter where employers store these forms, and are there laws that require I-9s to be stored separately from personnel documents ?

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Study: Telehealth Usage Varies By Demographics

Wellable

The surge in telehealth usage during the pandemic has been applauded by many as a solution to increase access to health care, even in the toughest of situations. Despite overall usage increasing substantially, the headline numbers do not tell the full story. A study in Population Health Management shows that telehealth usage varies significantly by different social determinant health categories, and as such, inequalities in access and usage should be actively monitored in order to truly close th

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New Simplified Form for PPP Forgiveness

Stratus.HR

On October 8, the Small Business Administration (SBA) released an amended application ( Form 3508S ) for eligible business owners seeking forgiveness from their Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan. This simplified form omits the burden of computing the eligible loan forgiveness amount and requires less documentation from the borrower. Who is eligible to use the simplified SBA application Form 3508S for PPP loan forgiveness?

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

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.