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59% of managers have seen mental wellbeing impacted due to fewer resources

Employee Benefits

More than half (59%) of UK managers have reported that their mental wellbeing has been impacted as a result of being asked to do more with fewer resources, according to research by global benefits and reward platform provider Perkbox. Its survey of 2,000 UK managers also found that 49% said they now have a reduced capacity to care for their own wellbeing.

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Diligence, Efficiency, and Promptness

Florida Workers' Comp

Hon. John Beamer is a Circuit Judge in the Ninth Judicial Circuit, which includes Osceola County, Florida. Oaceola is just south of Orange County and includes the city of Kissimmee that many will associate with theme parks, hotels, and tourists. Judge Beamer was appointed just before the onset on the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, taking the bench the month before that strange time began.

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What is the Wage Protection System?

HR Lineup

In the realm of labor rights and employment regulations, ensuring fair wages is paramount. Governments, organizations, and policymakers worldwide have instituted various mechanisms to safeguard workers’ rights and promote equitable compensation practices. One such mechanism gaining prominence in recent years is the Wage Protection System (WPS).

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Benefits Brokers – It’s Time for Preemptive Change

Joe Markland

I have recorded a webinar titled, “Making the Case for Preemptive Change” targeting employee benefits brokers. This presentation introduces a potential end of employer-based insurance after the next election. If you are a benefits broker, this is worth your time. To view the webinar click on this link.

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Using an HSA to Save for Health Care in Retirement

Saving for retirement is no easy task, and as an employer we know you want to help your employees get what they need out of their retirement benefits. With a health savings account (HSA), you can relieve the burden of health care costs for both you and your employees. With our new report, “Using an HSA to Save for Health Care in Retirement,” you can get insights on the costs of a modern retirement and dive into the details of the triple-tax benefits HSAs offer.

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How to successfully manage your employee lifecycle

Business Management Daily

Do you have an employee lifecycle model for your organization? Ignoring the employee lifecycle is a missed opportunity. It’s a goldmine for attracting top performers, boosting productivity, and creating a happier workforce. That’s because it’s crucial to consider the employee journey, from attracting a qualified candidate to encouraging brand advocacy after they’ve moved on (hopefully to greener pastures).

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Exit Mode Thinking and Lasts: Some Barbservations

Money Talk

“Exit mode” thinking is a psychological state where people disengage from responsibilities, relationships, and/or commitments that they will soon leave behind. It is particularly evident when people are about to move, change jobs, transition out of a role (e.g., empty nesters) or enter a new phase of life (e.g., “senioritis” and retirement) and can impact behavior and decision-making.

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SSA to Hold Semi-Annual Meeting on June 13

PayrollOrg

Register by June 10 to attend the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) semi-annual meeting on June 13. This virtual meeting will be with the wage reporting community and the IRS.

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The Art of Conducting a Comprehensive Training Needs Analysis

HR Digest

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricacies of what training needs analysis is, and explore its various components, best practices, and the step-by-step approach to implementing it effectively. Whether you’re a seasoned HR professional or a business leader seeking to optimize your training programs, this article will provide you with the insights and strategies necessary to elevate your organization’s learning and development initiatives as you learn how to conduc

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Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM): How to get started

Achievers

The best organizations know how to get the most out of every department and employee – and that definitely includes HR professionals. An HR department that simply keeps your company running and reacts to issues as they arise isn’t enough. Reaching and sustaining a high level of success requires HR personnel who plan and execute initiatives that align with your most pressing organizational goals and needs, while ensuring that employee input is actively solicited and acted upon before issues

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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.

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How to design a flexible benefits scheme for today’s workforce

Employee Benefits

Employers should communicate with employees to understand what they need from a flexible benefits package. Benefits that are offered as part of a flex scheme need to add value. As employees’ needs can change throughout the year, more frequent benefits enrolment windows can provide greater flexibility and choice. Following the impact of recent trends in the world of work, such as the increase in hybrid and remote working, it has never been more apparent that, when creating a benefits package, one

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Webinar Explores Transforming Payroll, Benefits Trends and Financial Wellness

PayrollOrg

Sponsored by ZayZoon, this free webinar for members “Empowering Financial Wellness: Talent Attraction and Retention,” on May 23 at 1:00 p.m. ET uncovers the top trends transforming compensation, benefits, and payroll for 2024.

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People are spending more time in the office, but no sign of a full return for many

Workplace Insight

Many of the UK’s tech workers are embracing a structured return to spending more time in the office, according to a new report. According to the survey of 2,000 people from Techspace , there has been a ‘notable shift’ towards embracing structured office time, with Monday to Wednesday emerging as the top choices for in-office workdays. The report claims that this preference indicates a growing recognition of the benefits of face-to-face collaboration and a desire for a more traditional office env

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How to offer supplemental dental insurance

PeopleKeep

Healthcare costs are high , with dental care expenses following suit. According to Authority Dental 1 , the average cost of a dental crown ranges from $800 to $2,500. While offering a primary dental policy can help employees cover these types of expenses, they may still have to pay a good portion of the bill. By offering supplemental dental insurance, you can help your employees save money on these costly procedures and maintain good oral health.

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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.

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South west London bus controllers at Transport UK accept pay rise

Employee Benefits

Bus controllers employed by Transport UK in south west London have accepted a pay rise following strike action. The bus controllers, who are members of trade union Unite, use technology to control the network and ensure buses run on time and avoid heavy traffic or accidents. The increase is worth 12% and comprises an 8% rise backdated to January 2023 and a further 4% for this year.

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Top Six Employee Recognition Trends of 2024

Vantage Circle

According to a Bersin & Associates study , organizations with effective recognition programs promoting employee engagement had 31% reduced voluntary turnover. Getting employee recognition right is tough - there's no two ways about it. As a leader or someone in HR, you know firsthand how hard it is to create a workplace culture where people genuinely feel appreciated.

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The Great Resignation has given way to The Big Stay, says the CIPD

Workplace Insight

The luxury belief that was the so-called Great Resignation, appears to be over, even if you assume it ever existed. Workers are increasingly staying put in their current jobs and more employers are holding steady on staffing levels as the labour market slows, according to the CIPD’s latest Labour Market Outlook report. The survey shows more than half (55 percent) of employers are looking to maintain their current staff level – the highest level since winter 2016/17.

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Can a business pay for employees' individual health insurance plans?

PeopleKeep

In today's ever-evolving workforce, business owners are constantly looking for new ways to attract and retain top talent. Instead of offering a costly group health plan, one tactic they may consider is offering to pay employees' individual health insurance costs. While it may seem like a generous and attractive perk for employees, employers need to consider several factors before deciding to pay for individual health insurance plans.

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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.

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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. As an HR representative or benefits decision-maker, you have a responsibility to support your employees’ mental health wellbeing. But what can your employees do to raise mental health awareness in the office, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month?

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Wake-Up Call: The Impact of Sleep Deprivation

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

There is no denying that sleep is incredibly important. After all, we spend a third of our lives asleep! Despite the considerable role sleep plays in our lives, many of us often feel tired and lethargic, and we have difficulty falling to […] The post Wake-Up Call: The Impact of Sleep Deprivation appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Government announces new digital hub for Manchester

Workplace Insight

Manchester is poised to become a major player in the digital government landscape following a significant land deal announced this week. The Government Property Agency (GPA) has exchanged contracts with Manchester City Council (MCC) to acquire five acres of the former Central Retail Park in Ancoats, paving the way for the construction of the Manchester Digital Campus.

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Human Resources 101

Florida Workers' Comp

The last challenge any manager needs is an employee in crisis. That said, everyone has the potential for crisis. Life brings events and circumstances that are destabilizing and disturbing. Humans respond to this differently in terms of the depth and duration of our reaction(s) and adjustments. As we prepare to present the next iteration of The Point (A Bob Wilson Production, in conjunction with WorkCompCollege.com ), mental health is on my mind this week.

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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.

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Exploring the direct link between employee development and retention

Insperity

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent onset of The Great Resignation , improving employee retention ranks as one of employers’ main concerns and priorities. Companies are investigating how to best encourage employees to stay put for as long as possible so they can maximize their return on investment in recruiting, hiring and training top talent.

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Worker Enrollment in HDHPs falls

InterWest Insurance Services

After enrollment in high-deductible health plans soared during the last decade, 2022 marked the first year that enrollment in these plans fell among American workers since 2013, according to a new report by ValuePenguin. The insurance-review website found that 54% of U.S. workers signed up for HDHPs in 2022, compared to 56% in 2021. The dip, while seemingly small, represents millions of workers that have opted for other plans as employers are offering a greater variety of plans to their employee

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UK economy could get a £550 billion boost from AI by 2035, Microsoft claims

Workplace Insight

A new report commissioned by Microsoft suggests that the UK economy could see a significant boost of £550 billion by 2035 if the country embraces artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technology. The report, titled Unlocking the UK’s AI Potential , claims to highlight several ways the technology can benefit the UK economy. These include increased productivity, improved public services, and the creation of new jobs.

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She Must Go

Florida Workers' Comp

An intriguing story started last November when a Douglas County Probate Court Judge was before a Judicial Qualifications Commission in Georgia. The whole story is reported in detail on Law.com. Fox5 Atlanta reported last summer that she faced "40 allegations of alleged judicial misconduct," after ten others had been dropped by the Commission because "some did take place before.her candidacy.

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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.