5 ways to cut back on stress and negative language in the workplace
Phrases like "Who cares?" and "You're overreacting" can trigger unnecessary conflict among employees.
Practice management
SECURE 2.0 created emergency accounts. Will 401(k) plans use them?
The IRS and Labor Department issued guidance on the new savings vehicles, but advisers have questions.
Benefits Think After a devastating hurricane, I learned to navigate crisis in the benefits business
A multipronged effort should include documenting damage, hiring licensed and bonded contractors, and organizing client contact information.
Kim Eckelbarger
ARCW Leavitt Insurance
At Manulife, pet parents save time, money with Airvet’s virtual vet visits
Lack of access and affordability to care has many pet owners stressed. A telehealth platform can help employers offer a solution.
10 execs share the best books they read in 2023
Leaders found ways to increase well-being and manage better in some of their favorite reads of the year.
VillageMD and 10KC encourage connection when advancing DEI
Technology helps expand and streamline efforts to foster strong relationships among employees, which benefits the business as well.
Startups face grim holiday season as layoffs, closures mount
500 startups closed their doors this year, and over a quarter million tech employees were laid off.
4 executives share their business goals for 2024
As the new year approaches, professional growth, workplace culture, and return to office are top of mind.
Benefits Think A path to a more inclusive workplace: Streamlined ADA accommodations are here
Employers can demonstrate their commitment and maintain compliance by following key steps.
Benefits Think The peril of ignoring substance abuse in burned-out workplaces
Exhausted managers do not have the bandwidth to identify and support struggling employees.
10 benefits to push for when a pay raise isn’t on the table
If your company has a tight budget, here are some valuable benefits that supplement your salary.
Benefits Think Strategic HR planning for 2024: Trading severance packages for supplemental unemployment benefits
The shift to a SUB plan maximizes benefits while minimizing costs.
Lana Mellis
Transition Services
Want better performance reviews in 2024? Focus on soft skills first
Communication, problem solving and creativity are just as important as technical skills when reviewing job performance.
From archaeology to HR: This chief people officer built a career based on human understanding
Mission North's chief people officer Gillian Davis has big plans for people who see a future in PR.
Benefits Think Killer app or business killer? When trying new tech, proceed with caution and overprepare
Adopting new technology isn't just about buying and installing software. It's about understanding human behavior.
Adrian Johnstone
Practifi
5 steps to crafting a return to office plan employees won’t hate
Leadership expert Shamis Pitts explains how to make changes to the workplace less of a challenge.
Benefits Think How employers are making performance review data actionable
The additional information gives managers a more holistic view of employees and helps retain top performers.
Josh Merrill
Confirm
When war breaks out, can employers keep a global workforce safe?
In the wake of the Israel-Hamas war, an international security expert urges employers worldwide to revamp emergency planning for a global workforce.
College job fairs go hybrid with smart tech
College-student job site Handshake adds a new app to support employers as they expand their talent pool.
Why the C-suite should stay out of hybrid work scheduling
Using data and employee feedback, companies can set up a schedule that strikes the best balance for their people.
