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Selecting Holidays for an Inclusive PTO Program

Griffin Benefits

As an employer, it is crucial to consider the diverse needs and preferences of the workforce when designing a Paid Time Off (PTO) program. RECOGNIZING NATIONAL HOLIDAYS National holidays are a fundamental part of any PTO program. Some employees might not celebrate or have personal connections to these cultural events.

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Should I Offer Unlimited PTO—Or Is It A Trap?

Genesis HR Solutions

Then offer an out-of-this-world paid time off (PTO) plan. It’s a well-known fact that PTO draws employees in. An appealing PTO policy acts as bait when recruiting, giving you something to advertise and something to brag about. But offering unlimited PTO is, in my opinion, a mistake for most employers—here’s why.

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Addressing current events at work: The good, the bad and the necessary

Insperity

Current events can be hot-button topics that often affect different people in unique ways, and therefore have an impact on daily business operations. There’s a place for addressing current events at work, and it should be part of your overall communication planning and strategy. The 411 on current events at work.

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Rethinking benefits and PTO in light of the COVID-19 crisis

Business Management Daily

Also, since the IRS has permitted medical plans governed by Section 125 provisions to offer additional periods to enroll into plans outside the already defined qualifying life events, many HR reps are busy passing this information along to employees who may want to take action. Paid vacation and PTO.

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Examples of fringe benefits by category

Business Management Daily

Fringe benefits are how employers make up the gap. In this blog, we’ll talk about different types of fringe benefits and how employers can make the most of what’s available. Unfortunately, having insurance coverage tied to employment puts employers in a difficult position. People want more.

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10 lesser-known types of employee leave to consider

Insperity

For example: Activities and special events Holiday parties Lunches with children Performances Parent-teacher conferences Meetings 2. Political leave In Connecticut, it is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against or terminate an employee for working as a state legislator or campaigning for office.

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How to be an employer of choice – even in uncertain times

Insperity

What can you do to stand out during unpredictable times and show that you’re an employer of choice – and will continue to be one, come what may? What’s an employer of choice? When you’re an employer of choice, you’re an organization that people have a strong desire to work for. What being an employer of choice looks like.