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People over perks: Bridging employee benefits with strong HR

Insperity

Moving beyond standard To really get ahead, companies should consider a shift from only offering the most common benefits – or, at minimum, what’s legally required. Certain benefits are now viewed by prospective employees as standard, meaning that: They assume your company offers them, because they are, in some cases, legally required.

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8 little-known benefits of employee assistance programs

Insperity

Before we jump into the surprises, here are some common benefits of EAPs: Legal issues. Healthcare providers. Another surprising benefit of EAPs is that they can help employees plan activities outside of work based on location, interests and needs. Planning extracurricular activities, lessons or camps for children.

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COVID-19 vaccinations for employees: Can employers mandate it?

Insperity

In this article, we will: Provide links to federal guidelines on the topic Consider possible pros and cons of requiring vaccines for employees Outline four common approaches Explore exceptions employees may seek to vaccination mandates Identify five potential legal issues related to the topic. Incentivizing vaccines.

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Wondering how to choose a professional employer organization (PEO)? Ask 7 questions

Insperity

S ome PEOs offer support in ways that aren’t easily captured in a legal document, like elevating team performance or succession planning. How are healthcare benefits funded? More specifically, the PEO should answer the following questions: Is the PEO’s group health plan sponsored by the PEO?

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How to tackle wage growth and remain competitive in a tough market

Insperity

All of this helps you treat employees equitably and avoid legal problems down the road. Here are a few simple steps to get started creating a compensation strategy: Assess your current pay practices, including base pay along with any bonuses or incentive plans. Be legally compliant. Create a variable pay plan in writing.

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Workplace Wellness Programs: Are They Really Worth the Investment?

Insperity

Promoting wellness as a way to contain rising costs of healthcare has been researched extensively, but the verdict remains unclear. One 2012 report found that most North American employers who have analyzed the ROI of their wellness programs saved one to three health plan dollars per dollar invested. Cost containment.

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Employee Scheduling Software: 10 Best in 2024, Reviewed!

Vantage Circle

By automating tasks like shift planning, time-off requests, and availability tracking, it eliminates scheduling conflicts and ensures optimal resource allocation. Widely used in appointment-driven industries like healthcare, retail, hospitality, fitness, and home services (e.g., What is Employee Scheduling Software?

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