COVID forced employers to reexamine their PTO policies
Three in four employers have changed their unpaid leave policies to paid since the start of the pandemic.
January’s top 5 opinion pieces: Employers focused on mental, physical health
Employer priorities haven’t changed much in the new year; solutions to reduce healthcare costs and mental health services are still in demand.
8 companies with the highest employee retention
An algorithm determined which Fortune 100 companies have the least amount of employees seeking new opportunities.
New platform lets potential hires meet your company before applying
A professional community website launched a free recruitment platform that helps candidates learn more about companies they’re interested in.
PwC employees to get performance raises amid pandemic
The Big Four accounting firm says it worked hard to preserve its workforce and continue providing competitive compensation and benefit packages.
Culture, transparency decided Glassdoor’s ‘Best Places to Work’ winners
Employers including Walt Disney Company and Costco cinched the 51-100 spots on Glassdoor’s annual “Best Places to Work” awards.
5 programs making workplaces more inclusive
In honor of MLK Day, here are employers who are working to create a more inclusive workplace.
FSA rules have changed — here’s how to explain them to clients
HealthEquity explains how the Consolidated Appropriations Act will affect plan participants in 2021.
Chipotle plans to recruit 15,000 new employees in one day
The restaurant chain will host a nationwide hiring event using social distancing safety protocols.
6 recruitment challenges employers will face this year
The job recruitment site, Monster, gathered insight on how employers plan on tackling hiring in the new year.
New benefit provides seniors with ‘grandkids on demand’
Papa helps employee caregivers by providing their loved one with companionship and help around the house — even during quarantine.
First Choice Health expands offerings during pandemic
The large self-insured healthcare provider network added new regions and partnered with programs to help consumers cope with quarantine challenges.
A view of 2020: EBN’s top 10 opinion pieces
HR pros and benefit professionals shared their thoughts and advice on everything from mental health benefits to stimulus checks.
‘I can’t lose this job.’ Why employees aren’t taking PTO this holiday season
More than 60% of employees plan to work during the holidays because of COVID-19 anxieties, which will lead to burnout.
6 ways technology changed the workplace in 2020
The pandemic forced many companies to allow employees to work from home, which created new challenges for employers and their workforce.
8 health and wellness programs for a thriving workforce
From nutritional programs to maternity care and transgender benefits, employers and benefit providers got creative with one of the most essential benefit offerings.
HR checklist: 5 things to-do before the new year
2020 is finally coming to an end. An HR manager shares how employers can help alleviate end of the year stress.
‘I’m not wearing any pants.’ What to do about virtual harassment
Labor attorneys advise employers on how to handle harassment during the pandemic.
Guidelines for supporting an employee with cancer
An employer group created guidelines to help HR support cancer survivors during the pandemic.
Price transparency tools can reduce healthcare costs in 2021
Employees may have trouble finding appropriate — and affordable — preventive and primary care once the pandemic winds down.