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Money Math for Life: A Webinar Summary

Money Talk

I recently participated as a panelist for a webinar titled Math Matters in Life: Personal Finances and Future Success. This webinar for financial educators, co-sponsored by the AFSA Education Foundation and National Math Foundation , discussed the important connection between math literacy and financial literacy and presented creative, engaging activities to teach money math.

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Transparency Is an Important Part of the Employee Experience

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I saw this headline recently on CNBC – “ Over half of employees have no idea how their companies are using AI ”. We know AI (artificial intelligence) is a regular headline in today’s news. This article shared the results of a survey that said: Companies estimate that 70% of their workforce will use AI by 2028. 75% of employees would be more excited about AI if the company was more transparent about how the technology is being used. 54% of employees have no idea

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All Artificial Intelligence Is Not the Same

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes A few months ago, we published an article about whether it’s okay for job seekers to use artificial intelligence to get help with their job search. I hope you’ll check it out. The reason I wrote the article is because recruiters were saying that they can tell when someone is using artificial intelligence (AI) to write their resume.

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Payroll Solution Demo Pages Now Part of The Payroll Community

PayrollOrg

The Payroll Community, PayrollOrg’s online social network, is buzzing with excitement as it now boasts Payroll Solution Demo Pages where service providers can showcase their latest products and technology.

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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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Biophilic design has a long history and an even bigger future

Workplace Insight

There are plenty of definitions of the modish concept of biophilic design around right now. But perhaps nobody can top that of Erich Fromm, the sociologist and psychoanalyst who first described it in his 1973 book The Anatomy of Human Destructiveness as “The passionate love of life and all that is alive”. The term biophilia was later popularised more dryly in a 1984 book by the biologist Edward O.

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Avanti West Coast train drivers receive overtime shift fee increase

Employee Benefits

Credit: Mark D Bailey / Shutterstock.com Train drivers employed by Avanti West Coast will receive an increase in their overtime shift fees to £600 as part of a deal with trade union Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen (Aslef). The trainline operator covers the west coast main line between London, Manchester and Glasgow. The drivers will receive the payment on top of their standard four-day week pay, and the deal will be in place until 29 March 2025.

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California Pay Data Reports Due in May, New Information Required

PayrollOrg

Pay data reporting is required in California for certain employers. Employers are reminded that reports are due May 8. Learn more about new data fields required for this reporting cycle.

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Most US firms are yet to match their culture to the demands of flexible working

Workplace Insight

A survey of 900 leaders in HR, real estate, IT, and product roles at US based firms suggests that most employers have not adapted their working culture and practices to support the shift to flexible working. In addition, according to The 2024 Workplace Flexibility Trends Report from TechSmith Corporation in partnership with workplace research firm Global Workplace Analytics and Caryatid Workplace Consultancy three quarters of workers have yet to receive any training for the rise of flexible

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10 Successful Strategies to Empower Women in the Workplace

Pacific Prime

As we near the end of March, let us take a moment to honor the contributions women have made to our society and consider ways to support their advancement in the workplace. While our society has taken significant strides to achieve gender equality, many workplaces still fall short on this agenda. Therefore, organizations that want. The post 10 Successful Strategies to Empower Women in the Workplace appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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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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What is an eligible employee (EE)?

PeopleKeep

There are often different eligibility requirements for employee benefits like health insurance , retirement plans, and paid time off (PTO). Employers and employees need to have a clear understanding of what constitutes an eligible employee and the requirements to qualify for specific benefits. In this article, we'll cover what an EE is and what the requirements are for different types of benefits.

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Beyond paid leave: Upping the table stakes for caregiver and grief support

Employee Benefit News

Employees need ongoing support throughout their parenting and caregiving journeys to remain healthy in and out of work.

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PayrollOrg Releases Second Edition of EWA Report

PayrollOrg

PayrollOrg has released the second edition of its earned wage access (EWA) report, which explores the latest opportunities and challenges of EWA and payroll.

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The final word on … self-awareness

Workplace Insight

The story goes that the great Roman philosopher-emperor Marcus Aurelius hired a servant to follow him around. The man had only one job. Whenever anybody bowed to the emperor, or said something in praise of him, the servant would whisper in his ear: “You’re just a man. You’re just a man.” Whether this achieved anything isn’t clear, but it was a sign that Marcus Aurelius was at least trying to practice what he preached.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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It's Jurisdictional

Florida Workers' Comp

"it's jurisdictional" will never rival "it's electric" (Marcia Griffith, 1976). But what a great song it might make. A few months back, 1,500 months that is, the Florida Supreme Court explained the operation of Chapter 4528, enacted in 1897. Chamberlin v. Finley , 40 Fla. 91, 23 So. 559 (1898). The point of the law, and the Court's interpretation, is that there would be structure to appellate actions in Florida courts.

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7 secrets to solving the talent shortage problem

Business Management Daily

It’s not your imagination—we’re facing a perfect storm in the North American workforce. Several factors are at play, creating a challenging landscape for organizations seeking skilled and available employees. We should begin by acknowledging the situation and the factors that have driven us here. First and foremost, demographic shifts are fundamental.

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Best New Employee Onboarding Software for HR in 2024

Employee Benefit News

Full-scale employee onboarding software is essential to the modern recruitment process. It's a great way to get new hires up to speed with organizational standards.

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Start Now to Get the Most Out of the Payroll Congress Expo

PayrollOrg

Veteran Payroll Congress-goer Jennifer Andrews, CPP, tells how to get the most out of the Payroll Expo experience.

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Bridging the Gap: The Intersection of DEI Initiatives and Employee Benefits

Speaker: Jaye Johnson, CBP

Unlock the secrets to transforming your organization’s employee benefits into a strategic tool for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). During this informative session, we will discuss common pitfalls in traditional benefits and then delve into the essence of DEI in employee-centric benefit offerings. This involves not only defining DEI in the workplace but also understanding the pivotal role that employee benefits play in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

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Want a creative workplace? Make life difficult and chaotic for yourself

Workplace Insight

We launched IN Magazine officially on the 4th of March 2020. So, this month marks some sort of anniversary. You could argue that this was the worst day in the history of mankind to launch a new magazine about people, work and workplaces and you’d probably be right. People were already not shaking hands. They had begun deserting public transport and planning for less contact with each other.

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Resiliency: Building Unbreakable Strength In Uncertain Times

BetterUp

Resiliency refers to your ability to respond to stress in healthy ways. Learn how you can cultivate a resilient mindset with healthy habits.

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Marvel to trial four-day working week

Employee Benefits

Gloucester-based recruitment firm Marvel will trial a new four-day working week for its employees from May 2024. The firm, which specialises in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, will reduce its working days from five to four as part of a three-month trial, with employees continuing to receive 100% of their pay and benefits. During the trial, co-founders Rich Howell and Lucy Reeves will hold regular team discussions to examine the impact on employees and overall business performance

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How benefits can offer an empathetic approach to processing death

Employee Benefit News

Advisers can do a better job of helping clients understand how to be there during difficult transitions and ensure their employees are appropriately covered.

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5 Trends to Help Your Organization Boost Job Satisfaction and Productivity

Treating your workforce as the organization’s top priority improves customer satisfaction and revenue growth and can boost job satisfaction and productivity. Read about five trends that are helping organizations around the country improve their people’s career well-being.

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What is the Notice Period in HR?

HR Lineup

In the realm of human resources (HR), the notice period holds significant importance for both employers and employees. It serves as a crucial bridge between resignation and departure, allowing for the necessary transitions to occur smoothly within an organization. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the concept of the notice period, its significance, legal aspects, best practices, and its implications on both parties involved.

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Wannabe entrepreneurs likely to ignore important financial warnings

Workplace Insight

Wannabe entrepreneurs are highly likely to ignore poor financial performances in order to pursue their dream, according to new research by emlyon business school and ESC Clermont Business School. The researchers found that in the early stages, new entrepreneurs are so blinded by their dreams of becoming successful, they believe entrepreneurial spirit can get them out of a difficult situation.

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HHS Publishes New Rights of Conscience Final Rule

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On January 11, 2024, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published its new final rule governing federal healthcare conscience protection statutes. The 2024 final rule, which went into effect March 11, 2024, repeals the majority of the prior final rule from 2019 that was found to be unlawful by three federal courts […] The post HHS Publishes New Rights of Conscience Final Rule appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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47% of staff feel stressed or overwhelmed at work

Employee Benefits

Nearly half (47%) of employees feel stressed or overwhelmed at work, according to new research carried out by Oak Engage. The employee engagement and intranet solution spoke to more than 1,200 British employees for its Employee happiness survey. It found that more than one-quarter (26%) of respondents said they were unhappy in their current job and 75% have experienced a toxic workplace environment.

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Employer Insights Report 2024: The State of Cancer

96% of benefits leaders agree: detecting cancer early is the best way to get ahead of rising costs and improve employee health outcomes. So why is it that 82% of employers currently spend significantly more on post-diagnosis care and disease management rather than upstream care? A new survey of 250 benefits leaders who oversee 500 to 50,000 covered lives highlights their perspective on cancer and its burden.