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As organizational culture becomes an increasingly important attraction and retention tool, it’s important for benefit managers to pay attention to potential detractors. Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network, a staffing and recruiting firm, shares five ways to identify employees who might be draining the positivity out of the workplace.

Over the next five years, millennials are expected to begin taking on the majority (70%) of managerial roles in the American workforce, according to a recent survey by Staples Advantage. And as their presence grows, so too will benefits expectations. Here are six perks that appeal to this up-and-coming generational powerhouse.

The thin veil separating work and personal life is becoming even more transparent as technology evolves and employers demand more from employees. Findings from the American Psychological Association’s recent Work-Life Survey highlight employees' perceptions of their work-life benefits.

It’s open enrollment season and many employees approach this annual event with trepidation. Choosing a medical plan, figuring out HSA contributions and whether to opt in or out of vision and dental coverage is such an overwhelming task that many workers approach open enrollment with annoyance and dread, according to a survey by VSP Vision Care. Here are a few other fun facts about how employees really feel about open enrollment.

With the recent stock market swings, many employees are on edge about the future of their retirement nest eggs. A recent study from Charles Schwab provides some critical insight into the attitudes and behaviors of 401(k) participants.

Although employers should proactively strive to create and maintain a safe work environment, no amount of preparation is guaranteed to prevent conflicts. But experts from the Society of Human Resource Management have provided these tips to help benefit managers and others create a safe work environment.

As open enrollment approaches, benefits professionals are feverishly working to ensure everything runs smoothly. These tips from industry experts will help benefits pros keep their stress levels in check and avoid benefits burnout during this very busy time of year.

Communication is the leading factor in the failure or success of dependent eligibility audits, ranking higher than pricing, service, or any other of the “bells and whistles” that are promised by vendors, research notes. Paul Passantino, senior national account manager at Dependent Specialists Inc., provides 10 questions benefit managers should consider when crafting a communications strategy for dependent eligibility verification audits.

Benefits can play an important role in retaining quality employees, but if workers aren’t being managed well then good benefits might not make a big difference. Travis Bradberry, president of TalentSmart and co-author of Emotional Intelligence 2.0, shares some avoidable things managers may be doing that are pushing top talent out the door.

Teleworking: It’s a popular benefit among millennials and a leading benefit in attracting top talent. But flexible work arrangements can be challenging to implement for both employers and employees. Here are five ways to ensure you get the best out of your remote workforce.