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Have you ever taken a sick day from work when you weren’t actually ill?
A recent survey of American workers shows that you aren’t alone. Data from answering service Moneypenny revealed that a whopping half of Americans have faked an illness to take the day off from work.
Kristen Warfield is an editor at Employee Benefit News. Her coverage interests include mental health, modern parental benefits and empowering women in the ever-evolving workplace. Most recently, … Read full bio
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For smaller organizations without dedicated human resources staff, routine tasks can mask bigger risks tied to employee disputes, benefits administration, and compliance requirements.
September is Self-care Awareness Month — a great time to promote offerings that help employees be proactive with their health and wellness, finances and career.
Education and healthy work routines can help keep employees from experiencing chronic pain and lower productivity.
The goal is to strike a thoughtful balance that supports employees during important life events while maintaining productivity, managing costs and ensuring equitable access.
Supplemental offerings such as vision, dental, accident and life insurance provide preventive care and essential coverage when things go wrong.
