Extensis

APRIL 2, 2024

Quick look: Each April, National Employee Benefits Day raises awareness of the importance of offering a strong employee benefits package. However, to make the most impact, SMB employers should carefully monitor benefits trends and their workforce’s needs year-round. Employee benefits are a big deal.

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Extensis

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Quick look: When it comes to employee benefits, there’s been an increased focus on long-term care. Though 401(k)s are still a large piece of the retirement planning puzzle, raising awareness about voluntary benefits has become just as essential to boost savings confidence and employee satisfaction.

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Extensis

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This collective call for support gives brokers and PEOs an opportunity to work together to help clients ease their HR burden and prolong business growth. Managing employee benefits has become more complex over the years, which is why more companies are choosing to outsource these functions.

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Extensis

JULY 13, 2023

Quick look: The 2023 SHRM Employee Benefits Survey highlights the shift brokers are experiencing in how clients are prioritizing employee benefits. Therefore, rather than viewing the future of employee benefits as an “out with old, in with the new” situation, it’s better to welcome a co-mingling of the two.

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Extensis

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

After all, what attracts a job candidate may not be what keeps them as employees for the long term. Brokers and business leaders must continually look toward the future when benefit planning or potentially face a pileup of two-week notices. As a result, current benefit strategies may not be as impactful as they once were.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 4, 2024

As an employer or HR manager, you’re constantly seeking ways to enhance your employee benefits package, ensuring it not only attracts top talent but also supports their financial well-being throughout their careers and into retirement. One often-overlooked gem in the world of benefits is the Health Savings Account (HSA).

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GoCGO

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Mistakes in employee benefits and human resources can be quite costly to employers in the form of extra benefits, complaints, lawsuits, government-assessed fines and penalties, and attorney fees, to name a few. This is the 3rd and final part of the common and costly HR & Employee Benefits mistakes blog series.

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Extensis

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Here we review our top five most-read broker blogs this year, which reflect these trends and will continue to help brokers guide their clients in the new year. From legislative changes to a focus on personalized benefits, this year’s top HR and employer trends were mirrored in our most popular benefits broker blogs in 2022.

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Extensis

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Quick look: It’s October, meaning it’s both “spooky season” and National Retirement Security Month. October is National Retirement Security Month, a time that is officially dedicated to “acknowledging the need to raise public awareness of a variety of tax-preferred retirement vehicles.” The state of retirement today.

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Extensis

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Quick look: Retirement never strays far from the topic of conversation, even among those newly entering the workforce. A recent Transamerica study explores how Gen Z is preparing for retirement, how it differs from older generations, and ways brokers can help their clients adjust their benefits to accommodate all.

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Extensis

AUGUST 9, 2022

Quick Look: Adapting to trends while also focusing on what employees really want is essential to maintaining low turnover and an engaged work environment. SHRM has recently published its 2022 Employee Benefits Survey which shows the trends worth paying attention to as employers prepare for the upcoming benefits renewal season.

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Extensis

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Quick look: With inadequate benefits being the second most common reason people switch jobs and 70% of employers planning on adjusting their benefits packages this season, it’s time for SMBs to analyze their workforce, choose suitable benefits, and source them affordably. The right benefits matter.

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Extensis

MAY 7, 2024

Investing in a succession plan enables companies to overcome gaps in leadership and encourage talent nurturing among current employees. Read ahead to learn how a professional employer organization (PEO) can provide comprehensive HR services that empower succession planning goals and expectations.

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GoCGO

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Mistakes in employee benefits and human resources can be quite costly to employers in the form of extra benefits, complaints, lawsuits, government-assessed fines and penalties, and attorney fees, to name a few. This post will examine common and costly employee benefits mistakes.

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Extensis

MARCH 9, 2023

And while small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) may be concerned about competing with bigger companies when offering the best, it turns out employees skew toward a more traditional stance. Benefits are a crucial part of any compensation package and shouldn’t be approached with a set-it-and-forget-it mindset.

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Extensis

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Earlier this year, MetLife released a study showing how much benefit satisfaction had dropped between 2020 and 2023. Part of the reason was due to the shift in benefit expectations post-pandemic , going beyond the traditional health and 401(k) plans. This includes offering a competitive benefit plan.

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Extensis

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Quick look: The importance of retirement savings is a crucial factor among today’s multi-generational workforce. For most employees, retirement savings remains top of mind, especially post-pandemic as reserve financial resources were depleted and work environments dramatically shifted.

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Netchex HR Blog

AUGUST 30, 2022

Salary is likely the most important—but in no way the only—factor when it comes to recruiting new employees and retaining existing ones. Employee benefits are a major facet as well, which means benefits administration is an important role to fill by your HR team. What is Benefits Administration?

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Extensis

JANUARY 4, 2024

Quick look: The new year is here, and as a broker, your clients turn to you to provide professional guidance on emerging human resources topics. This guidance can greatly benefit clients, as effective leadership can inspire teams, enhance company culture, and drive innovation. Download the full 2024 HR Trends Report now.

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Payactiv

DECEMBER 26, 2023

For HR leaders, the end of the year brings more than holiday celebrations and employee performance reviews. Planning and administering employee benefit programs is a daunting task on their year-end to-do lists. What’s a Benefits Plan Checklist and Why Does It Matter?

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

By Jessica Shawn Human Resources Business Partner at WEX The time is now to disrupt open enrollment ! While much of the work in the last months has been focused on rate renewals and designing your benefit offerings, the focus must now shift to the open enrollment communication plan. Make your benefits content engaging.

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Extensis

APRIL 16, 2024

Quick look: Recent EBRI research reveals an all-too-common challenge employees face today is paying off student debt while also trying to save for retirement. A new study from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) reveals student loan debt payments are having a negative impact on 401(k) employee contribution rates.

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PeopleStrategy

APRIL 14, 2020

Open enrollment may be the last thing on the minds of HR teams across the U.S. right now with all of the challenges resulting from COVID-19, but it is a topic you will want to focus on soon especially if you anticipate changes to the benefits plans you will offer. The number of employees that changed benefit selections.

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Netchex HR Blog

JANUARY 13, 2022

Like many jobs, the Human Resources profession has undergone major changes in the past decade. As we enter the third calendar year of the pandemic, what does 2022 have in store for Human Resources? What new HR trends are emerging that will enable positive change? . HR topic: New and continuing COVID requirements.

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Extensis

APRIL 6, 2023

Quick look: National Employee Benefits Day occurs each April and brings awareness to the importance of offering a strong employee benefits package. However, to make the most impact, SMB employers should carefully monitor benefits trends and their workforce’s needs year-round. Employee benefits are a big deal.

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Peoplebox

APRIL 27, 2024

This is where HR analytics steps in. In this blog post, we tell you everything you need to know about HR analytics to improve your team’s performance and efficiency. What is HR Analytics? Why Is Human Resources Analytics Important? Wondering how? Read along! Be the first to access it.

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Extensis

JULY 12, 2022

Working with a PEO partner is beneficial for both employers and their employees to ensure everyone is well-informed and set up for future financial success. Costly medical expenses and confusion about benefits language are leaving employees feeling discouraged about their healthcare and retirement options. Yes and no.

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Extensis

MARCH 29, 2023

The Department of Labor (DOL) has updated rules regarding employer-sponsored healthcare and 401(k) plans starting in 2023 and continuing over the next few years. Regulatory Agenda, the DOL has made notable changes to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), as well as group health plans.

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GoCGO

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Mistakes in employee benefits and human resources can be quite costly to employers in the form of extra benefits, complaints, lawsuits, government-assessed fines and penalties, and attorney fees, to name a few. Let's first look at common and costly HR mistakes.

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Extensis

MARCH 20, 2024

In many cases, what used to be the norm of competitive benefit packages has now become the minimum of what’s deemed desirable. For instance, there has been an increasing demand to standardize mental health and financial wellness benefits , in addition to the traditional healthcare and 401(k) plans.

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Helpside

APRIL 1, 2021

This blog was written by Dave Ashby, Senior Business Consultant at Helpside. With over 20 years of experience, Dave has positively impacted hundreds of small businesses in our community by finding unique solutions to the benefits, payroll, human resources, and risk management challenges that companies in Utah and Wyoming face.

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Synergita

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Amid the ever-evolving realm of Human Resources (HR), the differentiation between strategic and tactical thinking has assumed unprecedented significance. As businesses face complex challenges and rapidly changing workforce dynamics, HR professionals find themselves at the crossroads of decision-making.

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Extensis

APRIL 20, 2022

However, this pause on repayment is set to expire on August 31, 2022 and employees will once again be required to issue payments on outstanding loans. HR experts are seeing a shift: What was once a “nice to have” perk takes on a new level of importance as tuition costs rise and employees are more in debt than in the past.

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Abel HR

APRIL 28, 2021

The benefits vary, but employees agree they want better health insurance, work flexibility, and more leaves at work. What benefits should you consider when hiring? Plus, know what employee benefits should you have in place as required by the law. Required Benefits Employees Must Receive.

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HR Stacks Blog

APRIL 1, 2024

HR professionals often come across these two terms, HRIS (Human Resource Information System) and HRMS (Human Resource Management System) and they tend to use it interchangeably. This advanced system offers seamless access to an actionable database that helps ensure the smooth running of HR processes.

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Empuls

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

From well-being to flexibility, continuous learning to personalized perks, let's understand the game-changing employee benefits trends that will take lead in the near future. Healthcare will be made more accessible and affordable  One of the perennial concerns for employees is the affordability of healthcare.

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Extensis

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

What to include in an employee handbook: 7 must-have topics Ideally, your employee handbook should be a living, breathing file that’s regularly updated to reflect the latest changes to your organization’s policies, programs, procedures, and guiding principles.

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