Tue.May 02, 2023

article thumbnail

The Benefits and Challenges of Implementing a 4-day Work Week

HR Lineup

The traditional work week of five days is being challenged by a new concept that is gaining popularity in various parts of the world. The four-day workweek is an innovative approach to productivity that aims to improve employee wellbeing and work-life balance. The concept has been in existence for some time, but it has gained momentum in recent years due to various reasons such as advances in technology, increased awareness of the importance of work-life balance, and the impact of the COVID-19 p

article thumbnail

State-focused Sessions at 2023 Capital Summit

PayrollOrg

From March 20-21, the APA will hold the 2023 Capital Summit in Arlington, Virginia. This premier event will include sessions on state payroll topics and the chance to get updates from federal and state agency experts.

Payroll 104
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

What is Quiet Hiring and 10 Ways to Handle It

Vantage Circle

Picture a workplace where the talent you need is already at your fingertips. No need to scour resumes or sit through endless interviews; you can find your next star employee by simply looking around. That's the beauty of quiet hiring - promoting from within the organization instead of hiring from outside. By tapping into the existing talent pool , employers can nurture and grow their employees' skills, build loyalty and engagement, and foster a strong sense of community within the work

IT 105
article thumbnail

4th Annual Global Payroll Titan Award Nominations Close in One Week

PayrollOrg

Nominations for the Global Payroll Management Institute’s (GPMI) 4th Annual Global Payroll Titan Award close on Tuesday, 21 March 2023. The award is intended to identify outstanding global payroll professionals nominated by their own peers in the industry.

article thumbnail

Creating a Company Culture of Care: Integrating Mental Health, Wellbeing, and DEI in Benefits

Speaker: Sean Raible

Picture a workplace where physiological safety is not just an aim but a reality, driven by thoughtful employee benefits that prioritize mental health, wellbeing, and DEI. 🤔 ✨ Achieving this vision requires more than just occasional training sessions and employee assistance programs. Moving beyond the basics, this vision calls for a holistic approach that integrates these elements into your company culture as well as your HR and benefits strategy.

article thumbnail

Better financial wellbeing better sleep

Employee Benefits

It’s true that money can’t buy happiness but, according to the State of America’s sleep study , being financially secure can buy you a great night’s sleep. Financial anxiety is affecting employees’ sleep, and in some cases causes insomnia. It’s reported that 30% of adults in the UK alone have poorer quality of sleep because of financial stress. So, if it’s financial worries keeping us up at night, let’s figure out how to alleviate the worry.

Finance 98

More Trending

article thumbnail

Everything You Need to Know About Recruitment Management Software

Qandle

Human resources professionals agree that hiring new staff members is the most labor-intensive and time-consuming component of their jobs. For this reason, applications like applicant tracking and recruitment management systems are gaining massive traction in the business sector. As a result, the recruiter is an expert in people and technology in the modern world of hybrid recruitment.

article thumbnail

How ‘Real-time’ Is Redefining Our Pay

PayrollOrg

As real-time technology continues to evolve, new opportunities for business leaders to improve how they distribute payroll present pathways to improve the lives of their teams. With that in mind, here are a few key trends that will define payroll in the years ahead.

Payroll 104
article thumbnail

Busting myths: 7 things leaders say don’t impact employee performance

Insperity

When it comes to leading people, there are common “red flags” about employee behavior that can be shared from leader to leader as things to watch out for. You know the phrase, “Watch out if you have an employee who…” This can lead to some panic or concern if you do have an employee – or employees – that come to mind. And although there are some pretty solid examples of bad behavior – like ditching meetings all the time, missing deadlines or taking three-hour lunches every day –

Medical 96
article thumbnail

Revised West Virginia Withholding Tables Should Be Used Immediately

PayrollOrg

Retroactive to January 1, 2023, West Virginia withholding tables have been revised to reflect personal income tax rate reductions. The revised withholding tables should be used immediately.

Taxes 104
article thumbnail

New DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

article thumbnail

Mental health awareness month: 5 tips to activate your office

WEX Inc.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month , an opportunity to raise awareness and reduce stigma surrounding mental health issues in the workplace. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our daily lives, mental health awareness is more important than ever before. As an HR representative or benefits decision-maker, you have a responsibility to support your employees’ mental health wellbeing.

Taxes 95
article thumbnail

Compliance TV: SSA Changes How Employers Sign Up, Access BSO

PayrollOrg

In this April 2023 edition of Compliance TV: SSA Changes How Employers Sign Up, Access BSO; Social Security Trustees Project $167,700 Wage Base for 2024; Recent Bank Failures May Have Payroll Implications; and more.

article thumbnail

FAIR Plan More Than Doubles Its Commercial Property Coverage Limits

InterWest Insurance Services

With more and more California businesses being forced to go to the California FAIR Plan for their coverage, the market of last resort has moved to increase its commercial property coverage limits significantly. This should bring a semblance of relief to companies located in wildfire-prone areas, who have seen their commercial property insurance non-renewed and who have been unable to find replacement coverage.

article thumbnail

IRS Data Affirms Payroll’s Vital Role in Nation’s Tax System

PayrollOrg

On April 14, the IRS released its 2022 Internal Revenue Service Data Book, which provides statistics that underscore the importance of payroll professionals to the integrity of the American tax system.

Taxes 104
article thumbnail

6 Strategies to Navigate Social Determinants of Health for a Better Workplace

In today’s dynamic work landscape, where the lines between personal and professional life blur, understanding the intricate interplay between social determinants of health (SDoH) and emotional wellbeing is paramount. Employers must acknowledge that the whole person comes to work and every aspect of a person’s personal and professional life, especially their mental health, comes with them.

article thumbnail

Power Poses: 6 Examples to Unleash Your Inner Confidence

BetterUp

Jump to section What are power poses, and how do they affect perception? The origins of the power posing theory Do power poses work?

98
article thumbnail

Free Webinar Outlines Steps to Incorporate DEI Into Workplace Culture

PayrollOrg

During the upcoming free April 26, 2023, webinar, Building Better Payroll Teams Through Inclusion and Innovation, Alfredo Mendez, VP of Experience and Inclusion at Robert Half, will expand upon the link between diversity and innovation and outline pragmatic steps payroll professionals can take to incorporate DEI into their workplace culture and cultivate inclusive, high-performing teams.

Payroll 104
article thumbnail

Washington State Legislature Passes My Health My Data Act

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

The My Health My Data Act in Washington State (the Act) is expected to be signed into law by Governor Jay Inslee this year, after being passed by both the Washington Senate and House in different versions. Unlike recent state privacy laws, the Act specifically targets consumer health data that is not covered by the […] The post Washington State Legislature Passes My Health My Data Act appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

article thumbnail

OCSE Presents Information at 2023 Capital Summit

PayrollOrg

Attendees at APA’s Capital Summit heard from Tanguler Gray, Commissioner of the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE), and Sherri Grigsby, OCSE Deputy Director, Division of Federal Systems.

104
104
article thumbnail

HR Trends to Watch in 2024 + Plus Advice for Driving Impact!

The pressure is on to create a positive onboarding experience. Plus, a sub-par onboarding process can domino into other concerns such as low performance, burnout (for you and new hires), and retention challenges. Our 2024 State of HR report will give you a realistic picture of the HR landscape and tips to onboarding effectively in the year to come.

article thumbnail

Four-day workweeks – ‘We tested it, and here’s what we found…’

TLNT

It probably won’t surprise you to read that more and more workers want their bosses to adopt a four-day week.

IT 85
article thumbnail

Bank Failures Impact Payroll Professionals

PayrollOrg

The American Payroll Association offers best practices following the March 10 collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the March 12 failure of Signature Bank.

Banking 104
article thumbnail

Women at Work: How the Pandemic is Exacerbating Gender Inequality

HR Digest

Have you ever wondered how COVID-19 has affected gender equality in the workplace ? A report titled “COVID-19 and gender equality: Countering the regressive effect” dives into this topic and provides some eye-opening insights. According to the report, women, especially women of color, have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic.

article thumbnail

IRS Renews Warning About Third Parties Promoting ERC Claims

PayrollOrg

The IRS renewed its warning that employers should be wary of third parties advising them to claim the employee retention credit (ERC).

article thumbnail

Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

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.

article thumbnail

4most employee trust makes significant payout to invested staff

Employee Benefits

Risk and data analytics consultancy 4most has received majority investment by Phoenix Equity Partners, providing those taking part in its employee ownership trust with an average payout of £150,000 each. Of 4most’s 240 members of staff, approximately 150 were invested in the trust. Phoenix Equity Partners’ acquisition of a majority stake in the business saw it invest alongside the existing management team and employees. 4most has reported revenue growth of more than 30% annually sinc

article thumbnail

IRS Issues Warning About Tax Fraud Schemes Involving Form W-2

PayrollOrg

The IRS issued a consumer alert that employers can pass on to their employees to help them be aware of tax scams involving Form W-2.

Taxes 104
article thumbnail

GlaxoSmithKline plant employees strike after rejecting 6% pay deal

Employee Benefits

Employees of pharmaceutical business GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) have commenced a series of walkouts across the UK from today (2 May) in an ongoing dispute over pay. More than 160 employees, who are members of trade union Unite, rejected a pay offer which included a 6% increase and a one-off lump sum of £1,300. The union noted that this increase was below retail price index (RPI) inflation , which rose by 13.4% in the 12 months to February 2023.

article thumbnail

Illinois Employees Will Receive Paid Leave for Any Reason

PayrollOrg

Starting in 2024, Illinois employers will be required to provide employees with 40 hours of paid leave annually, for any reason.

article thumbnail

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.