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How HR Leaders Can Help Entry-Level Employees Contribute to 401(k) Plans

June 8, 2023

Many companies offer a 401(k) plan as part of a benefits package to lure talent to their organization, but generating employee participation from lower-income and entry-level employees is not always easy.

There are two primary challenges to overcome when encouraging lower-income employees to save for retirement.

Addressing Substance Misuse in the Workplace

June 7, 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the loneliness and unemployment brought on by a public health crisis significantly increased drug and alcohol misuse. The Mental Health Index by LifeWorks found alcohol consumption increased by 31% and drug use increased by 29%, pushing conversations about Substance Use Disorders (SUD) into the spotlight.

Building a Compelling Employee Value Proposition

May 30, 2023

An employee value proposition (EVP) is the unique set of benefits employees receive in return for the skills, capabilities, and experiences they bring to an organization. While an EVP includes common factors such as compensation, benefits, and career opportunities, it also expands to all the value an employee can receive in exchange for their work.

Best Practices for Exit Strategies

May 23, 2023

While exit interviews come at the heels of an employee leaving your organization, they can present a hidden opportunity for HR Leaders. When approached the right way, exit interviews can be used to gather information, boost working conditions for employees, and improve company culture, but that doesn’t mean they’re always easy.

HR Solutions for Rising Employer Healthcare Costs

May 18, 2023

These tumultuous times have left U.S. employers struggling with skyrocketing healthcare costs and an increasingly unsustainable burden on their employees. Inflation has driven up premiums, forcing workers to shoulder more of the cost-sharing burden, resulting in some becoming underinsured. This has left employers with limited options: they must either find cost-effective carriers and plans or risk drastically reducing their benefits, or worse, completely exiting the healthcare market.

Getting Employees Back in the Office

May 16, 2023

After Elon Musk announced the return of in-person work at Twitter and Bob Iger said the same at Disney, CEOs have begun taking a stricter position on return-to-office timelines. But before your company follows suit, ask yourself one question. “Should it?”

Is Outsourcing HR Right for Your Business?

May 9, 2023

Certain functions of an organization’s HR operations are common options for outsourcing. According to a study by staffing agency Kelly Services, 36% of all employers outsource part or all of their HR responsibilities, with the most outsourced functions being payroll (56%), recruitment (49%) and benefits (40%). This article outlines options for outsourcing and highlights the benefits and drawbacks of outsourcing HR functions so organizations can consider whether this strategy is right for them.

Strategies for Improving Employee Relations

May 5, 2023

Since negative relationships can dramatically impact performance and lead to burnout, finding ways to improve employee relations and overall morale at your organization is essential.

Understanding the Basics of Pay Transparency in 2023

April 26, 2023

The tight labor market has led employees to make new demands. One of the newest expectations of employers is pay transparency. Despite many employers’ reluctance to embrace pay transparency—because pay transparency can reveal unintended pay gaps and trigger questions from current employees—the practice has gained a stronger foothold in 2023.

Ensuring Your Remote Workers Stay Cyber Secure

April 13, 2023

Our current work environment presents new cybersecurity challenges for businesses. With one-half to two-thirds of U.S. employees working remotely in some capacity, many employees are not connected to a closed office system or encrypted database. Consequently, businesses are at greater risk of data breaches and cyber disasters than ever before.

How HR Leaders Can Help Entry-Level Employees Contribute to 401(k) Plans

Addressing Substance Misuse in the Workplace

Building a Compelling Employee Value Proposition

Best Practices for Exit Strategies

HR Solutions for Rising Employer Healthcare Costs

Getting Employees Back in the Office

Is Outsourcing HR Right for Your Business?

Strategies for Improving Employee Relations

Understanding the Basics of Pay Transparency in 2023

Ensuring Your Remote Workers Stay Cyber Secure

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