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Two HR takeaways from Larry Fink’s letter on the retirement crisis

HR Brew

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink addressed the retirement crisis in his annual letter to investors on March 26, making the case that Americans should work later into their lives in light of demographic and economic factors straining the system. Fink challenged “our anchor idea for the right retirement age—65 years old,” in light of these trends.

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Exclusive: 25% of disabled workers have experienced discrimination during the job interview process, new survey finds

HR Brew

Disabled workers often face barriers before they can even apply for a job, which continues once they’re in the workforce, and one in three disabled workers experience discrimination in the workplace, according to an Indeed survey of 2,078 workers, shared exclusively with HR Brew. Of those surveyed, 19% identified as having a disability.

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Retirement plan communication: Reach them where they are

HRExecutive

Retirement benefits, along with medical benefits , are rated as important considerations when candidates are evaluating a new job offer. Only 27% of employees surveyed said they definitely feel confident that they’ll save enough to cover their expenses in retirement. Advertisement - The second approach is direct listening.

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How Voluntary Benefits Can Help with Retirement Planning

Extensis

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. Employees are evaluating how they’ll be able to afford to maintain their health and well-being into their retirement years.

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5 Culture Trends for 2019

As we approach 2019, major shifts in the work environment will continue to affect the ways companies do business. Companies that are looking to attract, engage, and retain top talent should leverage these trends to create workplaces where employees thrive.

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Employees Want Better Benefits, Study Shows They're Willing to Leave Current Job for Better Retirement Options

Guideline

One of the top reasons small business employees leave jobs is to get access to better benefits and retirement options, according to a new study by Zenefits. Check out retirement plans that specifically cater to smaller firms. But, there are ways small and midsize businesses can still offer the plans their employees want.

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BlackRock CEO Seeks Solutions for the Retirement Crisis in the US

HR Digest

Solutions for the retirement crisis in the US have been limited as increased lifespans have far exceeded the infrastructure we have in place to support it. 55 percent of these respondents expressed worry about achieving financial security after retirement. What Does BlackRock CEO Larry Fink’s Retirement Crisis Letter Have to Say?