Whether it’s time for a new wellness initiative or an overhaul of your 401(k) plan, getting the top brass on board requires HR and benefits pros to speak the language of finance — and deliver the message quickly. More…
Teaching employees about your benefits plans — and getting them to actually absorb the info — can be tricky. But asking yourself these questions beforehand will make sure everyone gets the most out of each training session. More…
Here’s a health plan cost control measure you may not have thought about: More…
Do you dread giving presentations about benefits? Fear no more: Here are three proven ways to give your next presentation an edge. More…
Even if you can’t give out raises this year, a recent study found there are ways you can motivate employees that don’t require dipping into the company’s bank account. More…
What are your peers’ top five concerns heading into the rest of 2010? A recent study reveals what HR and benefits pros are thinking and doing. More…
We occasionally report workplace behavior that’s so odd that it sounds made up. Except it’s not. Today’s story: A company fires a single mother after she stays home a day to care for a child with a contagious disease. And it’s even worse than it sounds. More…
In today’s tough economy, many employees face a tough decision: Should they first focus on saving for their kids’ college education or their own retirement? More…
HR manager Paul Falcone felt he wasn’t getting meaningful info when he did reference checks on job candidates. To improve what he was getting — and to make better decisions about hiring — he devised a better system. Here, he tells his story: More…
You’ve probably pulled out plenty of stops already to keep people happy — health benefits, flexible schedules, a casual dress code. But you’ve probably never offered the benefits these companies do. More…
