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What Should a Financial Wellbeing offering Look Like?

Sodexo Engage

Summary: Why financial wellbeing matters. How does employee financial wellbeing affect business? What to include in your offering. How Sodexo Engage can support your financial wellbeing offering. The current cost of living crisis will be affecting all of your employees right now. Soaring inflation is impacting the cost of everything, from petrol at the pumps to the weekly shop, and the effects on wellbeing could be devastating.

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6 ways to improve business performance at your organization

Achievers

Everything your organization does should, in one way or another, contribute to overall business performance. But not all courses of action are created equal, especially when resources are limited. If you’re looking for direction as to which initiatives your company should prioritize to boost business performance, you’ve come to the right place. Here are 6 ways your organization can improve business performance and some tips on getting started with each. 1.

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Financial Aspects of “Unretirement”

Money Talk

The year 2021 was noteworthy for the “Great Resignation” as about 47 million people quit jobs last year. The year 2022 is equally noteworthy for a “Great Unretirement” as millions of older workers who left jobs during the pandemic decided to come back into the labor force. One study found 1 in 5 retirees were likely to start working again soon. Factors contributing to this trend include: 1. a high demand for workers (sometimes coupled with increased pay, signing bonuses, and/or remote-work flexi

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10 organizational culture qualities every company should have today

Insperity

When it comes to driving the success of your business, organizational culture is – without exaggeration – everything. It impacts the: Engagement and satisfaction of your workforce Cohesion and harmony among people Behavior of your people Leadership style in your organization, which has an effect on the relationships between managers and their direct reports Willingness of your organization to embrace change and evolve Innovation and creativity of your workplace.

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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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Wikipedia in the News

Florida Workers' Comp

The topic of Wikipedia is not new. Many people use this online amalgamation of thoughts and opinions as if it were an encyclopedia or learned treatise. In 2006. The Register discussed students receiving failing grades after citing the site. They reportedly wrote in angst to the founder of Wikipedia seeking solace or help. The founder reportedly had "no sympathy" and agreed that the site should not be cited in academic work: "you're in college; don't cite the encyclopedia.

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Three Back-to-School Opportunities for Employers

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Ahhhh, the smell of fresh folders, pencils sharpened to perfection and the crack of that first marker opening. Oh, is it just me that gets excited about. Read more > The post Three Back-to-School Opportunities for Employers appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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DOL Proposes Significant Changes to the QPAM Exemption – What You Need to Know

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

On July 27, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor (the “DOL”) issued notice of a proposed amendment (the “Proposed Amendment”) to Prohibited Transaction Class Exemption 84-14 (which is commonly referred to as the “QPAM Exemption”) that would (as described in more detail below) significantly amend certain of the exemption’s conditions, including: increasing the equity/net worth and assets under management thresholds to qualify as a “qualified professional asset manager” (“QPAM”); adding a new requir

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How to Use Mirroring When Communicating

HR Digest

You know the saying, “If you can’t beat them, join them”? That’s where verbal mirroring comes in. If you’re trying to communicate with someone who’s being difficult, that’s a good attitude to have. A lot of people find it easier to listen when they’re not focused on what they’re saying, so why not use that to your advantage?

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How Does Stress Affect the Body: A Breakdown by System

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is stress? What happens to your body when you’re stressed? 7 long-term effects of stress on the body. 5 effects of stress on the mind. 5 effects of stress on behavior. 4 effects of stress on emotions. How does stress affect your sleep? When to seek professional help.

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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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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

Business Management Daily

Worried that your company might not have a particular document on hand if the IRS conducted an audit? Scared that producing relevant evidence in a former employee’s wrongful termination lawsuit would be difficult because written warnings and performance appraisals are buried among mounds of other paperwork? Smart businesses ease such concerns with proactive measures.

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How to Beat the Open Enrollment Blues

AssuredPartners

Open enrollment (OE) can be a stressful and exhausting time for most HR departments and even employees. This period, which normally lasts about two to four weeks, is generally known to be a strain on HR staff due to the workload required to execute OE strategies, the volume of calls and questions, and attention to detail required to make sure all the data collected is accurate and sent timely.

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Example Answers To “Describe A Challenge You Overcame”

HR Digest

When you need to describe a challenge you overcame, there are many options that you can apply. This kind of interview question is very sensitive and you should answer it in the right way. There are some things to avoid, and these are: Blaming others for some issues. Providing too many details . Telling a story with negative outcomes . All these bad things to avoid are very important because they can influence your interview outcomes. .

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What Does a Sales Manager Do? 3 Tips to Succeed

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is a sales manager? What does a sales manager do? How do you become a sales manager? Must-have skills of a sales manager. What sales reps need most from a sales manager.

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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.

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Keeping toxic positivity out of the workplace

Business Management Daily

In a perfect world, we’d have plenty of time to get everything done that we need to. We could take breaks and eat lunch without negatively impacting our productivity, and oh yeah, we’d be in a good mood too. Unfortunately, this kind of superhuman performance isn’t realistic. No matter what kind of work you do or how much you’re getting paid, there’s a limit to one’s output.

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Cal/OSHA Requires Employers to Protect Workers from Wildfire Smoke

InterWest Insurance Services

Cal/OSHA has issued a reminder to employers that they are required to protect their outdoor workers from unhealthy air due to wildfire smoke. Cal/OSHA’s Protection from Wildfire Smoke emergency regulation put in place in August 2019 was made permanent in February 2021. For the safety of your workers and to comply with the regulation, it’s important that you follow the regs and know when you will need to take action to protect them from outdoor smoke.

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How to prepare for open enrollment 2023

PeopleKeep

While it’s tempting for small and midsize employers to cut corners on their employee benefits to save on costs, a quality and personalized benefits package is necessary to set your organization apart from others. Due to COVID-19 1 opening up a wider range of jobs and remote openings, today’s workers carefully consider what benefits matter most to them before accepting a job.

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20 Amazing Virtual Birthday Party Ideas For The Workplace in 2022

Vantage Circle

With the rise of work-from-home trends, interaction with co-workers has become rarer and thus more crucial than ever. These interactions span from team-building activities to celebrating personal achievements and important days such as anniversaries, birthdays, etc. All special occasions are meant to be celebrated, especially birthdays. These celebrations bring people together with friends, family, or colleagues.

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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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Employer Branding: How Your Company Can Attract Top Talent

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is employer branding? What is the purpose of an employer brand? Why is your employer brand important? 4 employer branding examples. How to build an employer brand. 3 tips to improve your employer branding.

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Waiving HDHP Deductibles Has Little Effect on Premiums, Study Says

InterWest Insurance Services

Employers who offer health savings account-eligible high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) to employees can significantly expand pre-deductible coverage for certain drugs used to manage chronic conditions — with only a tiny effect on premiums. That’s the finding of a new study from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI). The reason: According to research from Johns Hopkins University, poorly managed chronic medical conditions cost employers an estimated $198 billion every year.

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Signs of low morale and how you can fight it

PeopleKeep

If your employees are beginning to produce subpar results, their overall productivity is dropping, or your turnover rate is increasing, low employee morale might be to blame. Low employee morale can be difficult to correct once it takes root, as it often spreads throughout your organization. However, identifying the signs of low morale and knowing how to correct your organization’s trajectory before the damage is done can help you foster a highly engaged team.

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Ways to Beat Your Sunday Scaries

HR Digest

If you’ve never heard of this term and you’re asking yourself “what are Sunday scaries?”, we are here to help you. Sunday scaries are a real thing. It comprises those sets of events that happen when you come to the realization that a new week starts on Monday. . I believe we all have Sunday scaries—or at least the majority of us do—when it seems so strange to realize that a new work week has begun.

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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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How to Start a Manifestation Journal: Reach Your Goals Through Writing

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is manifesting? Understanding the laws of attraction. How to manifest journal. Manifestation journal ideas and tips. Manifestation journal example. Maintaining a journaling practice. Unlock the power of journaling.

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Using Telematics to Improve Driver Safety

AssuredPartners

The number of vehicle accidents continues to rise, putting people at risk and disrupting agribusiness operations. With the use of technology, however, it is possible to improve safety and enhance operations. As commercial ag operations have grown, telematics has become a cost-effective way to gather data about drivers, individual vehicles, or an entire fleet.

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The FAA and seats

Florida Workers' Comp

There have been those who suggest that airlines charge us by the pound for our airline tickets, with some interesting retorts and replies. The Flyertalk thread is intriguing in that regard. In the end, it is perhaps fair to say that each passenger on a flight contributes to the overall cost of the flight? For example, an empty flight (0 passengers) will nonetheless require fuel, pilot, aircraft depreciation, ground services, and likely flight attendants whose service seems to be dictated by plan

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Choosing Back-To-Work Clothes after a Long Stay of Shorts and T-Shirts

HR Digest

In recent times, we have all been accustomed to wearing relaxed clothes since most of us have worked from home. Sweatpants and baggy T-shirts have become a norm and we want to change our habits now when the pandemic is close to an end. . As we go back to work, we need to think about the back to work clothes that will make us look polished and stylish.

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The Definitive Guide to Onboarding for 2024

Hiring a new employee is an expensive and time-consuming process. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), it typically costs $4,425 to hire a new employee — not to mention the 36 days the average team spends trying to fill a position. Yet nearly 1 in 5 employees (16%) of employees quit in their first week — and 17% leave after the first month.