11 free LinkedIn courses to combat racism in the workplace
Learn strategies for making your workplace diverse and inclusive.
5 ways to adapt your paid leave program for COVID-19 challenges
Many employers are rethinking their policies in response to COVID-19, Mercer experts say.
LinkedIn offers top 20 professional courses for free
Quarantine is a great time to upgrade your professional skills. Check out which courses employees are using the most.
Premera Blue Cross adds new radiology services
The insurance company partnered with Covera Health to prevent misdiagnosis and unnecessary surgeries.
What employers are missing in their workforce data
Healthcare, absence and productivity data can be used to help determine what employees need most from their benefits.
Promoted on maternity leave: How Salesforce supports working mothers
A six-month maternity leave didn’t get in the way of one woman’s career growth. Here’s what employers can learn from this scenario.
PwC ramps up child care benefits for virtual back-to-school
The Big Four firm says they wanted to recognize the challenges parents and caregivers are facing during the pandemic.
10 ways employers can support behavioral health
Employees are depressed and drinking on the job during the pandemic — a workplace expert identifies healthy solutions to help them cope.
CVS adds weight management to its PBM lineup
The pharmacy and retail giant partnered with the weight loss app Naturally Slim.
PTO sharing is a generous perk, but could present tax concerns next year
While it can be a great outlet for employees who want to help coworkers, or their favorite charities during the pandemic, PTO sharing can also present tax issues if not handled properly.
CVS adds anxiety treatment app to its benefits lineup
Both employer clients and CVS employees will have access to an app that helps people manage their anxiety and stress.
Amazon plans to launch 20 employee health centers
The online shopping giant is partnering with Crossover Health to provide primary care to its workforce.
Neglecting employee caregivers is a poor retention strategy
Around 20% of employers don’t plan on offering caregiving benefits. Here’s why they should reconsider.
Helping professional women kick imposter syndrome during quarantine
Executive coaching can help female employees with professional development, and maintain mental resilience during COVID-19.
Walmart enters health insurance industry
The retail giant is looking to hire Medicare insurance agents to get the new venture off the ground.
Employers have responsibilities to victims of domestic violence
Companies need to familiarize themselves with their EAPs and state laws to help protect employees who aren’t safe at home.
Cigna, Oscar offer insurance plan to help small businesses maintain productivity
The insurance companies plan to launch a new health plan in Q4 to help employers recuperate from COVID-19 losses.
Employers need to embrace, not tolerate, LGBTQ employees
One employer decided to update their corporate policies after the Supreme Court ruled LGBTQ people are protected under the Civil Rights Act.
Employers scrutinize diversity efforts as national protesters demand change
“Silence is not going to work,” says Tammy Fennessy, director of benefits for American Eagle Outfitters. “We view silence as an acceptance of racism — it’s not helping the cause.”
A new tool for employee temperature checks ensures safety and security of workers
A company created a kiosk to help employers deal with privacy concerns over taking temperatures at the office.