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The how and why of points-based reward systems

Achievers

Every employee wants to feel appreciated, so every organization should strive to provide and encourage recognition as much as possible. But the route to an effective employee reward system can be rather complex. Should your company focus on big-ticket events, like award ceremonies? Offer quality swag? Maybe a focus on covering the cost of team outings or additional training opportunities?

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Benefit brokers court the C-suite to bring cost-cutting change to health plans

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What is a remote work stipend?

PeopleKeep

Allowing employees to work remotely can save employers a fair amount of money on expenses like building rent, supplies, maintenance, utilities, and even relocation costs. However, as more organizations adopt a hybrid or fully remote work environment , they must consider the hidden costs their employees will incur while working from home. While remote work is preferable for many employees today, it does add more financial responsibility to their plates.

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Illinois’ New Paid Leave Law: What Employers Need to Know

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

The Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA) was signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker on March 13, 2023, ensuring that all workers in Illinois receive 40 hours of paid time off annually for any purpose. The law will become effective on January 1, 2024, requiring employers to utilize the remaining months of 2023 […] The post Illinois’ New Paid Leave Law: What Employers Need to Know appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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HR in 2025: Insights & Predictions

What type of worker is most engaged—hybrid, remote, or onsite? What are the drivers of effective leadership? What does the C-suite think HR is most responsible for? And why is a wave of HR resignations more likely in the next 12 months? Get our annual survey report to find out: The #1 challenge of recruiting & hiring Why remote teams are struggling What are the drivers of effective (and ineffective) leadership And lots more!

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It’s Payback Time: How to Handle an Employee Expense Reimbursement in Payroll

Patriot Software

Does this sound familiar? You ask an employee to run a few errands for the office. They end up with a $10.79 coffee shop bill, $56.99 at the office supply store, and $25.28 at a local pizza joint. Sure, you plan to repay them. But how much do you know about employee expense reimbursement?

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Making Your Voluntary Benefits Program a Success

InterWest Insurance Services

Both employers and employees have much to gain from a solid voluntary benefits program. For employees, being able to enroll in an insurance product through a workplace voluntary benefits program offers them the advantage of group pricing, the convenience of paying through payroll deduction, and perhaps access to insurance that would be difficult to get on an individual basis.

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What do benefits look like after a merger or acquisition? Ascensus CHRO recaps her experience

Employee Benefit News

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Which benefits are most important to remote workers?

PeopleKeep

While remote work has been around for a long time, it quickly gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Either by force or by choice, people found themselves working from home. The adjustment came with growing pains for employers and employees alike. But for some, the flexibility of remote work arrangements won them over for the long haul.

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Can Farmers Ever Afford to Retire?

Money Talk

One of my Money Talk clients is my long-time employer, Rutgers Cooperative Extension. In addition to writing monthly Small Steps to Health and Wealth™ financial messages , I also present online webinars and class segments. I recently presented content for Annie’s Project-NJ ; a program designed to build the skills of women farmers in New Jersey. My segment of their six-week class series was called Can Farmers Ever Afford to Retire?

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.

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How to Find the Right Artificial Intelligence Tool for HR

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 9 minutes I’ve published a couple of articles lately about the need for organizations to have an artificial intelligence (AI) strategy and how AI can help organizations with employee development. It’s possible that with all the conversation about AI technologies in today’s news, organizations are talking about what AI could mean for their operation and how to get started.

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Building the Skill-Based Organization

HR Digest

In today’s fast-paced and dynamic business environment , organizations must continually adapt to remain competitive. One crucial factor for success is building a skill-based organization that prioritizes skill-based hiring and retention strategies. A skill-based organization is one where the employees possess the necessary skills to perform their tasks effectively and efficiently.

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Work Motivation: What It is and Why It is Important

BetterUp

Think about the last time you procrastinated. Think about the last time you failed to accomplish a task or goal. It could be something like preparing your tax returns or starting to practice meditation. Would you say you didn’t do it because you decided it was not important anymore? Probably not. Most people would recognize that they failed to start or complete the task because they didn’t feel motivated at the time.

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What financial wellbeing support should be offered around salary advance schemes?

Employee Benefits

It is important that salary advance schemes are explained properly so that staff fully understand how these operate and the costs involved. Many scheme providers will include financial education and guidance on how best to benefit from the scheme. Having access to data and monitoring usage each month can help identify if employees are repeatedly drawing down on their wages in increasing increments.

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Game Plan Total Rewards Consulting: We Solve [period].

Game Plan Total Rewards provides strategic consulting and project management services for Total Rewards, HR Operations, and Mental Health programs. From 50 to 50,000+ employees, all industries, we are experienced in working with all sizes and types of organizations and can support globally given our experience in over 30 countries.

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7 Impactful Ways to Design a Team-Based Rewards Program

Vantage Circle

Teamwork is essential for achieving organizational goals and objectives in today's increasingly complex and interconnected workplace. However, while individual performance is frequently rewarded with raises, promotions, and bonuses, team performance is frequently overlooked or undervalued. But team-based rewards can fill that gap for an organization.

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How HR Can Support Mental Health in Remote Work

HR Digest

In recent years, the prevalence of remote work has skyrocketed, with many organizations adopting remote work policies as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. While this shift has brought about numerous benefits, including more flexible work schedules and reduced commute times, it has also posed significant challenges to the mental health of employees.

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I Got Laid Off Without Warning: Everything You Should Know

BetterUp

Jump to section What does it mean to be laid off? What’s the difference between being laid off and fired? What to expect from a layoff Layoffs with no warning and the federal WARN Act What laws protect me from layoffs? Should I sue my employer?

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Buyer’s guide to flexible benefits technology

Employee Benefits

What is flexible benefits technology? Earlier in the evolution of employee benefits, organisations would provide a static set of rewards. Although these might change somewhat according to seniority or length of service, there was little in the way of flexibility or tailoring. These benefits would likely be communicated via letters or total reward statements, sent out to staff at certain intervals.

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New Report from 3,500+ Employers Confirms Retention is a Top HR Priority in 2024

The first report from Gallagher’s 2024 US Workforce Trends Report Series, includes data from 3,500+ employers who participated in the 2024 US Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey. The report provides benchmarks for benefits, HR and people strategies to help organizations thrive. Organizations continue to rank retention as the top priority for HR, and second highest for operations.

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30 Amazing and Heartwarming Eid Wishes For Employees

Vantage Circle

Eid is a special occasion that calls for expressing gratitude and appreciation for those who impact our lives. However, finding the right words to convey our heartfelt wishes can be challenging, especially regarding employees. Whether you're struggling to find the right message or simply looking for ideas, expressing Eid wishes for employees can be daunting.

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Interview Questionnaire For Remote/Virtual Employees

HR Digest

The rise of remote work has led to a shift in the hiring process , with many companies now conducting interviews with prospective employees virtually. However, many hiring managers still require tips for interviewing remote workers. While the process may seem simpler and more convenient, it’s important for employers to create a comprehensive interview questionnaire that addresses key aspects of remote work.

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Family Mental Health: How We Can Adapt and Better Understand Together

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Social exclusion, the closure of daycare centers and schools, and job insecurity combined to produce conditions at home and in the workplace that have never been seen before the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has had major effects on […] The post Family Mental Health: How We Can Adapt and Better Understand Together appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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LPA appoints global head of human resources

Employee Benefits

Financial markets software and advisory firm LPA has hired Katrin Becker-Oligmueller (pictured) as global head of human resources to help drive its people agenda and advance its talent strategy. Based in the business’ headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, Becker-Oligmueller will be responsible for leading its global HR function, including hiring, retaining, training and investing in employees, as well as helping to further drive its commitment to diversity.

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How to Design a People-First Benefits Package for Your Unique Team

Benefits are central to any HR strategy. A strong benefits package attracts top talent, boosts engagement, and retains top performers.

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AI: Worrying about it is futile, but fear not – it won’t destroy jobs

TLNT

Unless you’ve been in a coma or living under a rock, you’ll have either heard-of or read about the open letter signed by more than a thousand tech leaders including Steve Wozniak, Elon Musk – begging artificial intelligence companies to cease what they’re doing for the next six months.

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The Future of HR Technology: Trends and Implications

HR Digest

The world of HR technology is rapidly evolving, and the future looks exciting. With advances in AI, machine learning, and data analytics, HR technology is poised to transform the way we work and manage our workforce. As technology continues to transform every aspect of our lives, it is no surprise that it is also having a significant impact on the field of human resources (HR).

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More than half of UK workers find their office design uninspiring

Workplace Insight

British workers are finding their offices and places of work to be severely lacking in inspiration and innovation, according to a new poll from office design and fit-out firm Claremont. The survey of more than 1,000 office workers across a range of sectors set out to identify the impact of an office on a workforce’s behaviour and how staff need to feel in order to be happy, healthy and productive.

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Personnel Today Awards open for entries

Employee Benefits

The Personnel Today Awards 2023 are now open for entries, as the annual celebration of the very best in HR and learning and development (L&D) launches for its 25th anniversary year. Hosted by our sister brand, Personnel Today, HR and L&D teams, individuals and suppliers are invited to make submissions across 23 categories, including the Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award which highlights organisations that use reward, recognition and benefits in a strategic way, aligned to their thei

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Create a Culture of Belonging

Ready to boost employee happiness, improve inclusion, and make a positive impact on morale? From fostering cooperation and collaboration to promoting inclusivity and community impact, our checklist covers it all! Create the kind of workplace where employees feel valued, motivated, and invested in your success.