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Are pension plans making a comeback?

HRExecutive

Two recent headlines have, at the least, sparked conversations about reviving the predominant retirement benefit of the last century, experts say. Big Blue explained the move in a statement by saying it would help employees diversify their retirement portfolios and enjoy a “stable and predictable” benefit.

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Getting a raise?

Thrive Global

The Conference Board projects that companies are budgeting a 3.9% increase for wages in 2022, the largest increase since 2008. This can help you avoid borrowing or tapping retirement funds to pay for financial surprises. Schwab Retirement Plan Services, Inc., Schwab Retirement Plan Services, Inc., Keep saving.

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4 Talent Management Challenges The Insurance Industry Is Facing

Eightfold

As we saw in the financial crisis in 2008/2009, the insurance industry was very resilient, and did not have a downturn in unemployment,” Jon Loftin , president and COO of MJ Insurance, tells Insurance Business. “In Cook points to industry conferences and professional development programs, but internal company changes can be beneficial, too.

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In a tight labor market, employers are focusing on their food offerings

Workplace Diva

You already offer great perks, from retirement plans to healthcare coverage to bring your dog to work every day. The workforce has gotten more diverse, which means a greater variety of food selections at the conference table. You need to hire for a few positions. Take an informal office survey.

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The US Talent Pool: Welcome Back to a Seller’s Market

Energage

We will be at California HR on Monday, August 28th and HR Florida Conference & Expo on Tuesday, August 29th. This does not include retirements or long-term sick leave. If you had a job in 2008, you held onto it. In preparation for those sessions, I have been dusting off some of my favorite Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

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Why “OK Boomer” Is Not OK at Work

Thrive Global

That’s why, considering the ubiquity of the phrase and the multigenerational nature of today’s workforce, it was only a matter of time before experts addressed the elephant in the conference room: “OK Boomer” may be OK in our social media feeds and on t-shirts, but it’s not OK at work. When there are age-inclusive H.R.

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“Balance and patience.” With Tyler Gallagher & Ahlilah Longmire

Thrive Global

She is the Founder of The Tesla Group, the lifestyle PR-Marketing & Events agency established in 2008, and is widely recognized for representing and developing brands for top athletes, producing events, tours and a wide range of productions, and in driving national & international PR campaigns. They will send 20 page text messages.

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