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Update 2020: Harassment Prevention Training – US Legal Requirements Harassment prevention continues to be an important topic in 2020. California, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maine, New York City, and New York State, all currently have sexual harassment prevention training initiatives and we anticipate that other states and cities will implement requirements moving forward. …

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As a manager, do you know what your employees are doing at all times? The answer is most likely, “No.” The manager sets up the daily workflow and expects employees to complete their work to the company’s satisfaction. However, employees are not always focused on work which means there’s lost productivity for the company. Your …

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Employee benefits continue to be an important consideration for employers who are looking to make the biggest impact with their employee investments. As unemployment rates remain low, candidates are comparing benefits that companies offer in addition to cash compensation and reputation. 1. Financial Wellness Health benefits have taken center stage in recent years with the …

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There are several different tax-favored health plans available in the US. Your employer may choose to offer one as part of your employee health benefits, but exactly which plan will vary for each company. An FSA is a Flexible Spending Arrangement or Flexible Spending Account, which allows employees to be reimbursed for qualified medical expenses.

Wellness programs, employee discounts, commuter benefits, and free lunches are all perks that employees may be eligible to get because they work for a company. These are sometimes called “fringe benefits”. When used appropriately, they can be a powerful tool for employers to recruit and retain talent. Recent Updates to Fringe Benefits A fringe benefit …

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HSAs, also known as a Health Savings Account, are a benefit that employers can offer to employees to help with employee health care costs. They offer flexibility to employees while containing costs for employers. This is an interesting option when considering employee incentives, particularly health insurance. What is an HSA? An HSA is a benefit …

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Employee benefits encompass a wide range of offerings that a company can provide to its employees. The most common benefits in the US include health and dental insurance, retirement savings (such as a 401(k)), vacation time, and other paid time off (such as maternity leave). But benefits don’t need to be common – they can …

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Nonprofit organizations have employees, so they face HR challenges just like for-profit organizations do. These challenges can be related to recruitment and retention, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and anything else that impacts the employee in the workplace. According to Statista, there were 1.5 million nonprofits in the US in 2020. Changes to …

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Maternity Leave Law – Updates As of April 1, 2020, small businesses with fewer than 500 employees are required to provide emergency paid sick leave and family leave benefits to employees impacted by COVID-19, according to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. In 2020, eligible employees in 5 states either have access to paid family …

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Good employees can have a significant impact on your business results, so having a strategic HR management plan can help your company retain top talent. Of course, not all employees are top performers, but having high employee engagement will help to ensure your best performers are happy. Did you know that a Harvard Business Review found …

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