Changing the culture of a company can be a complex and long-term process, but it is achievable with a well-thought-out strategy and commitment from leadership and employees. Here are some steps you can take to begin changing the culture in your company: Define the Desired Culture: Start by clearly defining the culture you want to...
By Kathryn Mayer Amazon has rolled out a slew of new benefits for its employees, including an emergency savings fund, a mental health app and financial counseling, as wellness challenges mount for workers. The new benefits come as employers navigate a precarious time: Companies are seeing massive dips in employee well-being, while at the...
Handling employee rebellion, which typically refers to a situation where a group of employees openly rebels against the authority or policies of the organization, can be challenging. Here are some general steps to consider when facing such a situation: Assess the Situation: Gather all relevant information to understand the reasons behind the employee mutiny. Listen...
By Matt Gonzales Maintaining a healthy work/life balance is a challenge for many employees. But for Kay Lee Mynatt, it’s a necessity. She is the mother of two children. Her youngest son, Spencer, 1, has Down syndrome. Mynatt takes Spencer to multiple therapy sessions per week—physical, occupational and speech—to boost his motor skills, strengthen his...
The perception that exempt employees do not have to put in the same amount of time as non-exempt employees may stem from a misunderstanding of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the concept of exempt status. Here are a few reasons why some employees may have this belief: Salary-based Compensation: Exempt employees are typically...
Whether you’re welcoming a new addition to your family or have guests with little ones coming to stay, safety should be top of mind. Babies and toddlers are notorious for their curiosity and propensity for mischief, but you can protect little ones from harm by baby-proofing your home. Keeping small children safe from electricity, water...
By Joanne Sammer High-deductible health plans (HDHPs) have become a mainstay of many employee benefits programs since their introduction in the early aughts. However, despite two decades of experience with these plans, employee satisfaction with HDHPs lags behind that of more traditional health plans. Data from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI)/Greenwald Research Consumer Engagement...
By Kathryn Mayer As pay transparency becomes more and more mainstream, research indicates employers with transparent pay practices can benefit by attracting potential employees. But what about current employees? New research finds that pay transparency can help retain them, too. Pay transparency decreases intent to quit by 30 percent when analyzed in isolation, according...
Intelligence and wisdom are two distinct but interconnected qualities that contribute to an individual’s overall intellectual capacity. While they share certain similarities, they differ in terms of their focus and application. Intelligence generally refers to a person’s cognitive abilities, including their capacity for learning, problem-solving, logical reasoning, and information processing. It involves skills such as...
By Allen Smith, J.D. The Form I-9 was born in 1986 but still creates tension between business needs and legal requirements, particularly with remote hires, said John Fay, an attorney and director of product strategy at Equifax Workforce Solutions in Phoenix. I-9 audits by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are another pain point....
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