Jobs platform Merlin helps employers conjure hourly workforce
The new platform will help companies like Starbucks, FedEx and Hilton find hourly workers.
Employee retention
Benefits Think Nomad benefits: 6 ways to prepare employees for working abroad
Receiving medical and insurance benefits should not stop once a worker starts their job in a foreign country.
Ann Deugo
MetLife Worldwide Benefits
IRS clears way for student loan benefit tied to 401(k)
A private letter ruling allowed an unnamed employer’s plan to tie retirement contributions to student loan repayment contributions.
This is the most popular employee benefit
Here’s a hint: The most desired worker perks have to do with time away from the workplace.
Benefits Think Why every onboarding experience should begin with a recognition survey
It’s important that HR managers get to know their new hires on a personal level even before their first day of work.
Kat Judd
Lucidchart
8 summertime hacks for keeping employees engaged
Seasonal benefits including half-day Fridays, a relaxed dress code and outdoor team events will keep workers happy.
On small business employees’ radar: A new job with more growth, less stress
While a pay raise is important, it’s not the leading driver for workers planning to find a better job in the next two years.
IRS clears way for student loan benefit tied to 401(k)
A private letter ruling allowed an unnamed employer’s plan to tie retirement contributions to student loan repayment contributions.
Benefits Think Why every onboarding experience should begin with a recognition survey
It’s important that HR managers get to know their new hires on a personal level even before their first day of work.
Kat Judd
Lucidchart
On small business employees’ radar: A new job with more growth, less stress
While a pay raise is important, it’s not the leading driver for workers planning to find a better job in the next two years.
Nearly everyone is stressed about work and finances: Fidelity survey
Financial wellness needs to be an integral part of a broader benefit programs and a top priority for companies today.
10 best gig economy jobs
A report by CareerCast names these professions as leaders of the independent contracting economy.
Benefits Think Do employees know where to go in a health crisis?
Without a clear process, workers with health conditions may struggle at work and at finding answers.
Jeffery D. Smith
Standard Insurance Company
Nearly everyone is stressed about work and finances: Fidelity survey
Financial wellness needs to be an integral part of a broader benefit programs and a top priority for companies today.
Benefits Think Do employees know where to go in a health crisis?
Without a clear process, workers with health conditions may struggle at work and at finding answers.
Jeffery D. Smith
Standard Insurance Company
4 hot HR tech tools for small businesses
These platforms can improve the recruitment process for startups and other smaller companies.
Benefits Think Why emotions (not facts) matter most when it comes to benefit communications
Employees are more engaged during enrollment when they consider their families and finances, rather than the rational calculation of plan features.
Dan Johnson
Trustmark Voluntary Benefit Solutions
Amazon looking to fill 250 work-from-home jobs
The retail giant is among a growing number of companies offering remote jobs as more employees clamor for the perk.
Benefits Think How climate change is impacting mental health — and what employers can do
Extreme weather events are causing an increase in employee cases of depression and anxiety, and companies need to take action.
Brian Gifford
Integrated Benefits Institute
Benefits Think The corporate asset you’ve completely overlooked — and what to do about it
HR professionals need to cultivate social capital in the workplace. And, yes, using digital tools, including employee recognition software, can help.
Maria Emerson
Social Capital Project