Enjoy Benefits
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
The cosy season is here. It’s time for bonfires and blankets, Sunday roasts and snuggling in front of the TV. But autumn can also be an expensive time with preparations for Christmas gifts and festivities. On this blog, we often talk about saving money, and all the great ways that staff benefits can help employees reduce their outgoings on things that matter.
Best Money Moves
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Holistic Wellness: 4 Benefits for a Better Plan. Holistic wellness offers a comprehensive approach to supporting employees’ well-being. Explore the benefits and strategies that can enhance your team’s wellness. The concept of holistic wellness is gaining traction in today’s workforce as companies recognize the value of supporting employees across multiple dimensions of health and well-being.
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HR Digest
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
Leave it to the Gen Zers to pull another surprise out of their bags. According to recent reports, Gen Z is showing interest in skilled trades careers, shifting away from the current emphasis on corporate work. Globally, blue-collar jobs and skilled trades are treated as the inferior option to building a career in engineering or HR, and this attitude has significantly reduced the number of individuals interested in working a hands-on job.
COMPackage
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
In today’s talent-driven market, attracting and retaining top performers requires a holistic approach to compensation. Beyond just base salary, employees value a comprehensive benefits package that contributes to their overall well-being. Total Compensation Reports (TCRs) offer a valuable tool for HR professionals to effectively communicate this value proposition.
Speaker: Lauran Star, PhD
We’re not sugarcoating it: retirement benefits in America are broken. As our workforce ages, too many employers cling to outdated benefit structures that drain budgets while leaving retirees confused, underserved, and anxious about healthcare costs. In this high-impact webinar, we will challenge everything you think you know about benefits for your aging and retired employees, especially the hidden potential of Group Medicare as a strategic advantage—not just a compliance checkbox.
Enjoy Benefits
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
People come in all shapes and sizes, and luckily, so do staff benefits. There’s no point offering benefits that significant members of your team aren’t interested in. So, if you have people who work for you who are natural savers, what are the kinds of benefits that they will value most? Let’s look at the best benefits for saving money. Childcare vouchers Hands down the benefit that lets people save the most money is the Workplace Nursery Benefit Scheme.
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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
This election day, you might be heading to the polls or have voted already (I’m looking forward to getting fewer random texts and mailers, that’s for sure!). Regardless of the outcome, the next administration will likely impact many areas, including employee benefits. Here’s […] The post Your Election Watchlist for Benefits appeared first on Word on Benefits.
Workplace Insight
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
A number of progressive workplace issues have crossed into mainstream thinking over the past few years, and perhaps none more so than biophilia. It is now a principle that has become an issue talked about in the mass media, as shown by a CNN interview with one of Europe’s leading proponents of biophilic office design, Oliver Heath. The interview explores how biophilia taps into our embedded love of nature to evoke certain behaviours and emotions.
PayrollOrg
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
The Colorado Supreme Court ruled that holiday incentive pay must be included in the calculation of the regular rate of pay.
Employee Benefit News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
An employee-centric approach must include opportunities for career growth and development for workers of all ages, says InStride's chief strategy and solutions officer.
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Faster, more flexible payment isn’t a future goal — it’s happening now. Real-time payments and the FedNow® Service are transforming wage disbursement, offering instant deposits, stronger compliance, and a better employee experience. This guide outlines the opportunities, compliance risks, and operational best practices finance and payroll leaders should know.
Insperity
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
For many companies, HR-related compliance is often viewed as a necessary but limiting function – a series of boxes to check, policies to follow and regulations to meet. But this perspective can lead businesses to miss out on the full potential of compliance as a strategic asset. The shift from sign-off to strategy By expanding your view of compliance beyond simply meeting legal obligations, it can be seen as a core pillar that supports broader business goals and contributes to a resilient, high-
PeopleKeep
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Small employers are increasingly seeking innovative ways to provide their employees with health benefits amid rising health insurance costs. The qualified small employer health reimbursement arrangement (QSEHRA) is a popular solution. These employer-funded plans allow companies to reimburse employees for qualified medical expenses. They provide valuable flexibility and budget control.
Vantage Circle
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Reviewed by : Saurabh Deshpande - People Culture Expert The key to organizational success often lies in the strength and cohesion of its teams. While many factors contribute to team performance, one powerful tool that leaders often overlook is recognition. Far more than just a feel-good gesture, strategic and sincere recognition can be a catalyst for transforming good teams into great ones, and great teams into exceptional performers.
Employee Benefit News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Key strategies include adopting a proactive and informed approach, leveraging technology, and focusing on cost management and employee satisfaction.
Advertiser: Paycor
AI is reshaping the business landscape, including HR. This guide is designed to help you understand and implement AI effectively for tangible benefits and a more strategic approach. Learn how to: Automate routine tasks Boost data insights Enhance employee experiences Drive HR’s strategic value Download the guide today!
Business Management Daily
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Keeping employees happy and healthy is essential to maintaining peak productivity and a positive work environment. You already have initiatives and benefits to support employees. These include health coverage and vacation time. They are designed to help employees prioritize their well-being, including physical and mental well-being. However, promoting employee well-being continues after paid time off and health benefits.
PeopleKeep
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The Vision Council 1 found that nearly 64% of adult Americans wear prescription eyeglasses. That's 166.5 million people who rely on vision clinics for their comprehensive eye health. From vision examinations to contact lenses, employees at these clinics provide services that help people see the world clearly. A caring staff member makes a big difference.
Workplace Insight
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
A new report from Hassell, the 2024 Education Futures Survey , explores how hybrid working is reshaping the needs and expectations of Australian university staff. Based on responses from 300 university employees and a benchmark group of 500 office workers, the survey reveals distinct trends in campus work culture and the growing preference for in-person interactions among academic staff, coupled with a desire to continue working from home when needed.
Employee Benefit News
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
An HR consulting expert shares why and how this resource should be viewed as an outward representation of a company's culture.
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To keep your business running smoothly (and legally), HR needs to get compliance right every time. Our HR Compliance Checklist is your go-to guide to cover the basics and start your auditing processes, helping you identify and address any gaps in your HR functions. Remember, compliance rules can differ based on industry and location—you’ll still need to keep up with changing regulations, but our checklist can help you get started.
3Sixty Insights
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
What You Need to Know Varying standards have been established as the world of software solutions develops, particularly for businesses that provide software as a service (SaaS). Some are certification-based and governed by independent organizations, while others originated from state or federal laws. 3Sixty Insights explores one company’s search for benefits administration software that would meet its IT team’s information security requirements.
HR Digest
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service is making some changes to how much you can contribute to your 401(k) plans. As per the IRS, 401(k) limits for 2025 have been increased to an annual amount of $23,500, up from $23,000. This increase in the 401(k) cap brings up the annual individual contribution limit by $500 and equals the change we saw going from 2023 into 2024.
Flimp Communications
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
As of fall 2024, there are a few signs the country is slowly but surely emerging from a harrowing economic ordeal. Inflation has slowed somewhat, unemployment remains low, and indicators like GDP (gross domestic product) show surprising growth. But these are macro trends. What keeps your company’s employees awake late into the night and dominates their thoughts throughout the workday isn’t the state of the nation’s economy but their retirement savings, children’s college funds, credit card debt,
Employee Benefit News
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The future of work is human, so finding ways to connect is crucial, says this benefits expert.
Speaker: Youseline Poteau-Young and Renide Jean, EdD
Group Medicare Advantage is no longer a trend; it’s the prevailing model for Medicare-eligible retiree coverage. As costs rise and benefit expectations evolve, HR leaders are rethinking how to deliver sustainable, high-value retiree plans in a shifting health landscape. With Group Medicare growing in adoption and sophistication, 2025 will be a defining year for benefits professionals looking to modernize retiree offerings while managing long-term financial and administrative impact.
COMPackage
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
In today’s talent-driven market, attracting and retaining top performers requires a holistic approach to compensation. Employees increasingly seek a clear understanding of the complete value proposition their employer offers, going beyond just base salary. Total Compensation Reports (TCRs) address this need by providing a transparent breakdown of all compensation elements, empowering employees and fostering a win-win situation for both parties.
CorpStrat
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
As a small business, you’re likely familiar with the challenges of meeting health insurance contribution and participation requirements. Fortunately, there’s a crucial solution available annually—the Special Open Enrollment (SOE) Window. This period, mandated by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), allows Small Group employers to offer medical coverage to employees without needing to meet the usual contribution or participation thresholds.
WEX Inc.
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Welcome to our open enrollment resources round-up, your one-stop destination for all the essential information and tools you need to navigate the open enrollment process with confidence. Our expansive list of resources will help alleviate stress from your HR team and streamline the open enrollment experience for your employees, ensuring they can make informed decisions about their benefits.
Employee Benefit News
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
The CEO of Nava Benefits shares how their AI assistant is helping members comprehend and access their benefits.
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Perceptions of pay fairness influence engagement, trust, and turnover, making pay equity a strategic concern, not just a compliance issue. People at Work 2025: Pay Equity , a global research report from ADP Research, examines how workers in 34 markets view their compensation and why it matters. Based on responses from nearly 38,000 employees, the report highlights persistent gaps by gender, age, and job level, despite improving sentiment overall.
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