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Flexible work arrangements: Balancing employee preferences with organizational needs

Higginbotham

In the 1970s, a NASA engineer, who happened to be working remotely from home, coined the term “telecommuting”. An employee who needs afternoons free can simply start and leave work earlier. Organizations may agree to paid or unpaid leave of absence for a family emergency, medical treatment, higher education or extended travel.

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HR in crisis management: Navigating the unexpected with resilience

Higginbotham

Disgruntled Employee – Many acts of theft or data breach happen after a termination. Consider the family situation of each worker. The financial impact of losing income can be made much worse by taking needed treatments or medications away at the worst possible moment. Environmental Issues – Deepwater Horizon cost BP $1.7

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How Does an Employee Benefits Survey Help a Company Grow?

Vantage Circle

Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, flexible work arrangements, professional development stipends, and other offerings to support well-being and life outside work. In simple terms, employee benefits survey acts as a pulse survey, gauging satisfaction and needs swiftly. How would you rate the benefits package?

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How Employee Perks Can Help Companies in the US

Vantage Circle

When chosen and implemented thoughtfully, employee perks act as a talent magnet. Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans The healthcare benefits in the United States are undeniably one of employees' most critical and sought-after perks. And what are HR’s going to gain from it?