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The Three Things Your Job Description is Missing

Achievers

Long gone are the days where we simply checked in and checked out of work. With the average American working 47 hours a week , and many working over 50, work isn’t just something we do, it is an indicator of who we are, who we spend our time with, and what problems we are interested in solving. Why then is it 16% of the global workforce is engaged, and only 17% here at home are engaged ?

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7 Major Factors That Make Great Company Culture

Take It Personel-ly

A great company culture leads to many things – happier and engaged employees, high performance and high retention. More and more candidates want to join a company that has a positive company culture. So, before you come up with recruitment strategies, focus on building a great company culture. Here are 7 ways to do so. […].

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3 Remote Work Models: Which One Is the Best For You?

15Five

Pop quiz: in what year was the term “telecommuting” coined? Even trivia connoisseurs may be surprised by the answer. Like most, you may have guessed a time after the invention of the internet, but in fact, the first known remote worker was an employee of NASA in the early 70’s. (So perhaps a very remote worker?) In 1979, the Washington Post published the article “ Working at Home Can Save Gasoline ,”and from there the idea of telecommuting gained popularity.

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We’re Only Human 55:The HR Leader’s First Year on the Job

UpstartHR

Leading an HR team is a complex series of tasks. Not only are you driving value for the business and caring for the employees, but you’re also running a team of HR pros dedicated to improving the organization as well. Stepping into any new position can be a challenge, and taking on a role as an HR executive at a new firm is no picnic. However, having the right mindset can take you a long way. .

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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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Occupational Alcoholism Could Be Creeping Into Your Workplace Culture

HR Digest

Dr. Lawrence Weinstein, Chief Medical Officer of American Addiction Centers on Occupational Alcoholism. Occupational alcoholism is a major concern for employers and employees alike. Heavy drinking due to long hours and stress makes the alcoholic prone to a slate of physical, mental and social problems. For employers, occupational alcoholism is a huge financial burden.

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5 Must-Have Benefits for Millennial Employees

Best Money Moves

Two million students will graduate with a bachelor’s degree this year and enter the workforce. MAVY Poll surveyed recent graduates on behalf of the American Institute of CPAs to determine which employee benefits would most help them achieve their financial goals as they begin their job search. “The job market, and therefore the employee benefits market, is constantly evolving.

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Here’s How to Go from Applicant Lead to Hire in One Day with Hireology

Hireology

Job seekers in today’s competitive hiring market get taken off the market quickly. So it’s critical for your team to have an effective hiring process in place that enables you to secure top applicants before other employers. Think about how long it takes you to fill open roles on average – it might take a few weeks or even longer. But while your hiring process is dragging along, your best applicants are likely accepting other opportunities.

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The Ripple Effect of Zappos’ Self-Management System

HR Digest

In the Japanese island of Okinawa, people live by a value called ikigai. Pronounced “ick-ee-guy,” the word is said to have no direct translation in English, though “a reason for which you wake up in the morning” comes close. According to psychiatrist Meiko Kamiya, author of Ikigai-ni-tsuite (About Ikigai), the word is similar to “happiness.” Ikigai is what cultivates a sense of purpose.

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Is Mental Health In The Workplace The Top Concern For Employers?

Take It Personel-ly

With mental health continuing to deteriorate across the globe, it seems as though numerous different actions are being taken to try and reduce the ridiculously high number of employees who are suffering from stress. Around £2.4bn is used each year to try and replace staff who have left work due to poor mental health […].

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6 Steps to a Better Compensation Strategy

Compensation is one of your biggest expenses as a business, but it is also your biggest investment in your people and your culture. A great compensation strategy can be an incredible asset that supports your business goals and lays a foundation of trust between your company and your employees. Whether you already have a compensation strategy in place or you’re building one from scratch, this guide will help you level up your approach through these 6 steps: 1.

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Why creating a culture of HR compliance could reduce risk

Insperity

Owning and operating a business is inherently risky – financially, legally, personally. While you can never shield yourself from every negative outcome, creating a culture of HR compliance can protect you and your company from many common business risks. Business owners in the United States today must abide by and stay compliant with more laws and regulations than at any other point in history.

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HR Strategy: How to Work ON Your Department, Not Just IN Your Department

UpstartHR

One of the challenges with HR strategy and strategic HR is that it’s often talked about in vague terms, which means it isn’t always easy to understand for some individuals. There’s a great metaphor for this concept in the world of entrepreneurship put forth decades ago in The E-Myth by Michael Gerber. Here’s the core of it: When someone starts a small business (even if it’s a sideline HR consulting business ), they do so because they want to do a certain task: writi

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Conflict Avoidance Lessons from Popular GOT Characters

HR Digest

Conflict is at the heart of Game of Thrones. Here are a few useful conflict management lessons you can learn from popular GOT characters. Conflict in the workplace is an unwelcome distraction. It arises when people from different cultures, with differing values, opinions and beliefs come together. It is so volatile that it inhibits on resources, physical and psychological.

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Worth A Thousand Words: How Art Can Help Your Work Performance

Take It Personel-ly

You’re in a meeting, or on a call, and your mind’s starting to wander. The more you try to focus, the more distracted you get, thinking about the stress of your job and how tired you are. If you’re in the 38% of Americans who daydream during meetings, you’re not alone, but you may be wondering […].

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Here’s How The Collaborative Workplace Is Taking Over The Competitive One

Vantage Circle

A collaborative environment is the future. And millennials would definitely vouch for that. 88 percent of this workforce says they prefer a collaborative over a competitive workplace. And by 2030, millennials will comprise 75% of the workforce. You connect the dots. With social media ruling their lives, millennials have this need to always stay “connected.

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Three areas you can use AI in HR now

cipHR

Automation isn’t a threat to HR’s role; by using technology to hire better candidates and communicate more effectively, you’ll have more time for the human interaction that matter. If you believe the media hype, it won’t be long before humans will be replaced by artificial intelligence (AI), thanks to the advent of driverless cars and increased levels of job automation.

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2019 Guide to Health Savings Accounts | benefitexpress

WEX Inc.

When it comes to managing employee benefits, employers are frequently turning to high-deductible health plans to help control costs. Not only does this approach allow employees to have greater control over their own healthcare, but when paired with a solution like a Health Savings Account, it also helps employees build funds to cover expenses until their deductible is met.

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4 Ways to Develop an Awesome Teamwork Culture

Take It Personel-ly

A strong teamwork culture is vital to the success of a business. When employees fail to work together effectively, tasks may be duplicated, work produced is likely to be of lower quality, and employee morale may suffer. A collective effort that makes the most of the whole team’s skills, experience, and creative ideas will produce […].

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Bridging the Gap: The Intersection of DEI Initiatives and Employee Benefits

Speaker: Jaye Johnson, CBP

Unlock the secrets to transforming your organization’s employee benefits into a strategic tool for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). During this informative session, we will discuss common pitfalls in traditional benefits and then delve into the essence of DEI in employee-centric benefit offerings. This involves not only defining DEI in the workplace but also understanding the pivotal role that employee benefits play in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

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Top 8 places to use your Health FSA

Benefit Resource Inc.

There are many ways to use a Health FSA. Some of the places might surprise you. The FSA Store. The FSA Store is one of the best places to buy items with your Health FSA. It’s the one stop shop for eligible expenses. From sleep assistance to medical braces and support to kid friendly items , find what you need across the different categories. Start browsing.

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We’re Only Human 55:The HR Leader’s First Year on the Job

UpstartHR

Leading an HR team is a complex series of tasks. Not only are you driving value for the business and caring for the employees, but you’re also running a team of HR pros dedicated to improving the organization as well. Stepping into any new position can be a challenge, and taking on a role as an HR executive at a new firm is no picnic. However, having the right mindset can take you a long way. .

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Hidden benefits of an intranet: 4 ways to support HR goals

Insperity

Facing the HR communication challenges that come with being a mid-sized business, many companies today are capitalizing on the benefits of intranet sites, which can serve as a central hub for cross-departmental communication. Intranet sites are private networks that can only be accessed by employees, and they contain common human resources tools, company news and often much more.

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Tips For Convincing An Elderly Loved One To Consider Home Care

Take It Personel-ly

There will come a time when your elderly parent could no longer fulfill daily obligations on their own. You only want the best for your parents and to make sure that they live a happy life as they grow old, you need to ensure they receive care and support even when you are not around. […].

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Employer Insights Report 2024: The State of Cancer

96% of benefits leaders agree: detecting cancer early is the best way to get ahead of rising costs and improve employee health outcomes. So why is it that 82% of employers currently spend significantly more on post-diagnosis care and disease management rather than upstream care? A new survey of 250 benefits leaders who oversee 500 to 50,000 covered lives highlights their perspective on cancer and its burden.

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Are mid-year changes possible?

Benefit Resource Inc.

For many, you are likely in the middle of a plan year and for whatever reason are considering change. There are always pros and cons with any decision, but there may also be some limitations to changing pre-tax benefits. If you are considering mid-year changes to your pre-tax benefits program, here are a few considerations. 1) Adjusting plan rules. Outlined in your plan documentation are plan rules.

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PEO Problem Solvers: Graduating Interns to New Hires

Abel HR

Internships are a great way to find talent for your company. More than 67 percent of interns were given a job offer stemming from their internship at a company, and a whopping three-quarters of those given the offer ultimately accepted. With these statistics in mind, you know that there is a lot of potential to transform these interns into real-life employees – and make it a significant part of your recruiting efforts and ultimately your employee pipeline.

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Direct Deposit or Pay Card? The Best Option for Your Small Business

Patriot Software

As a small business owner, you have the freedom to choose how to pay your employees. And with so many options, it can be difficult to make a decision. Before choosing between paying employees with direct deposit or pay card, weigh the pros and cons of each. Direct deposit or pay card? Before we jump […]. The post Direct Deposit or Pay Card? The Best Option for Your Small Business appeared first on Payroll Tips, Training, and News.

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Top 5 most attractive employee benefits

BerniePortal

Workers prefer benefits. Over the past decade, power within the job market has shifted dramatically from employers to candidates. This change in the recruitment ecosystem has led employers to take a deeper look at the benefits being offered to employees. Rather than simply touting better wages, employers are increasingly offering unique benefits packages to better attract potential candidates.

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How to Implement Pay Transparency: A Comprehensive Guide

With pay transparency legislation on the rise globally, it can be difficult for organizations to navigate how to share salary ranges due to administrative complexities, lack of clear job architecture, employee reactions, and more. To help make this process easier, Barley's comprehensive guide shares how to begin implementing pay transparency while staying true to your compensation philosophy.