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'Why Work Sucks': A book review

Authors Cali Ressler and Jody Thompson provide their take on what’s wrong with the American workplace. If you’re one of the working hamsters who runs the daily wheel, you’re probably going to agree with them.

by Jim Giuliano
June 19, 2008

11 essentials for your FMLA policy

Intermittent leave has rapidly become the No. 1 headache for HR/Benefits pros everywhere. But adding these measures to your FMLA policy will certainly ease the pain. 

by Christian Schappel
May 2, 2012

2020 trends: More employers offering paid parental leave

The 14th largest private company in the U.S. announced Nov. 7 that it now offers six weeks of paid parental leave to most of its 28,000 employees following the birth or adoption of a child. Pilot Flying J’s “gender-neutral” leave benefit is available to all new parents working at its rest stops, retail locations and […]

by Tim McElgunn
November 14, 2019
2020 trends employers paid parental leave

4 ways to boost employee appreciation for benefits

It can seem like a no-win situation: You work hard to provide the best benefits package your company can possibly afford, and employees still aren’t satisfied.

by Christian Schappel
July 26, 2010

6 Crucial forms for the new FMLA

Under the new Family and Medical Leave Act regulations that take effect this month, you could be required to use six different types of notices — and forms: general, eligibility, rights and responsibilities, and designation, plus two medical forms.

by Jim Giuliano
January 8, 2009

65 awesome stats that'll make you better at recruiting & retention

The dirty work’s been done for you. Numerous reports and studies have been scoured, and the best findings have been delivered to you on a silver platter. 

by Christian Schappel
May 30, 2014

7 things that should never go in a handbook

Employee handbooks are supposed to protect the company. But thanks to these common mistakes, many policy manuals are a lawsuit waiting to happen.

November 11, 2008

A list of the Top 20 employee perks you're probably not offering

We’re all aware that generous benefits packages are an effective enticement for potential hires. But are you willing to go as far as these companies to sweeten employee perks?  

by Tim Gould
February 3, 2016

Absenteeism could be eating up 22% of your total payroll costs

Everybody’s aware of the disruptive effect of employee absenteeism. But how much does absenteeism really cost?  

by Tim Gould
December 19, 2014

Are your employees afraid to take their vacation time?

A new study says four in 10 Americans won’t use up their earned time off this year. Why? Apparently, they’re scared.  

by Tim Gould
August 20, 2014

Benefit switch allowed unused PTO to go toward student loans

In a recent case study detailing what worked and what didn’t, Dan Bengyak, Vice President of Administrative Services at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital in Newburgh, NY, shares how his company dealt with a vacation time issue: We had an interesting problem on our hands when it came to employees’ vacation time — they had […]

by Rachel Mucha
September 5, 2019
Benefit switch allowed unused PTO to go toward student loans

Best of HRBenefits: Obama backs mandatory sick leave: What it means to you

Does your company offer employees paid sick leave or a paid time off bank? If not, you may be forced to in the near future.

by Tim Gould
May 25, 2009

Can workers really decline FMLA leave? Second court weighs in

A dangerous trend for employers is appearing in FMLA lawsuits. 

by Christian Schappel
January 29, 2016
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City offers grave plots for comp time

Work this one out with your Payroll people: How would you compensate employees with property — in this case, a cemetery plot?

by Fred Hosier
June 3, 2008

COVID-19 wreaks havoc on PTO policies: 3 possible fixes

The coronavirus pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of business. And as the summer months pass, another issue is being brought to light: Employees aren’t using their vacation time. Because of COVID-19 and the risks involved with traveling – and also worries about job security – many employees are rescheduling or outright cancelling vacation plans. […]

by Rachel Mucha
July 22, 2020
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Curb PTO abuse: 3 steps worth taking now

When it’s used correctly, paid time off (PTO) is the type of benefit that prevents employees from burning out. Unfortunately, PTO abuse is an all-too-common occurrence for many employers. 

by Jared Bilski
May 9, 2014
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