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The art of employee onboarding: Creating lasting first impressions

Business owners and human resources professionals know that the battle for technical and market supremacy often comes down to one critical factor – competition for top talent. The best people can be counted on to build the best teams and deliver the best results, but hiring the best talent is only the first step. A seamless transition from new employees to great hires depends on the art of employee onboarding.

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The evolving role of HR: From administrative to strategic partner

Employee engagement is the key to maximizing workforce potential, and in most organizations, the resident experts on engagement are the human resources professionals. Learn how the HR team has evolved from recruiter, paymaster and benefits administrator to an essential strategic partner of senior management with a critical role in the organization’s success.

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The growing need for social engineering insurance

The weakest point in your company’s security, particularly your company\’s cybersecurity, could be your employees. Scammers frequently target individual workers in an attempt to steal data, divert funds, access accounts or install malware. Since these kinds of digital threats are rising, businesses need to assess their social engineering insurance needs.

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The rise of gig workers: Adapting HR strategies for the contingent workforce

The world of work is undergoing rapid transformation, including the rise of gig workers, also known as contingent workers, freelancers or contractors. Learn more about the rise of gig work, the benefits and challenges they present for human resources services and how HR strategies can be adapted to effectively manage and integrate the growing contingent workforce.

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November HR Update

IRS Announces 2024 FSA, Retirement Plan Limits Earlier this month, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released cost-of-living adjustments and inflation-adjusted limits for 2024 that affect amounts employees can contribute to health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plans and individual retirement

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How to prepare your car for winter

Between the reduced daylight hours and hazardous road conditions, winter can be a dangerous time of year for drivers. To keep yourself and your passengers safe, learn how to prepare your car for winter to help you navigate the icy roads with greater ease.

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What is payroll outsourcing?

Businesses need employees to perform work, but taking on employees produces more work. One HR tasks that can eat up significant resources is payroll processing. That’s why payroll outsourcing is popular, especially among small to midsize employers.

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Leveraging employee financial wellness programs in your benefits strategy

American workers are stressed, and a lot of their stress may be related to money. That\’s why employee financial wellness programs are becoming an increasingly critical part of any well-rounded employee benefits package. Employers can support their team by providing employee financial wellness programs that help workers manage their money and take control of their finances.

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Navigating HR compliance in a complex regulatory environment

Running a business means managing many types of risk, and one of the more challenging risk management responsibilities is navigating the complex regulatory environment of HR compliance. Failure to comply with regulations can result in fines, legal judgments and reputation damage, but following compliance best practices can reduce this risk.

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Controlling your risks with construction liability insurance

When you begin a construction project, you never intend for it to result in a lawsuit. However, due to the high-risk nature of construction, lawsuits are common. To protect against this potential financial impact, contractors need to carry adequate construction liability insurance.

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Securing home insurance for appliances

Your refrigerator stops working; your dishwasher dies; your air conditioner goes kaput. When you contact your insurance company, you find out that your policy does not cover malfunctioning home appliances, so you face massive out-of-pocket costs. To avoid a scenario like this, consider securing home insurance for appliances.

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How to leverage a Lifestyle Spending Account in your benefits strategy

Your workforce likely includes Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials and Gen Zers, parents, pet parents and those without children. They all want different things from their employee benefits, and one way of meeting the needs of a such a diverse workforce is a Lifestyle Spending Account program.

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Building a resilient workforce: Strategies for thriving in times of change

If there is a secret to success in life and in business, it is resilience, the capability to withstand adversity and keep pushing forward, ready for the next challenge. Thomas Edison believed that “success requires the courage to try one

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Beyond health insurance: Innovative employee benefits that attract and retain talent

In an increasingly competitive job market, basic health insurance and retirement plans are no longer enough to attract and retain top talent. Employees are seeking more than just medical coverage; they are looking for a comprehensive approach to their well-being, both inside and outside the workplace.

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The role of HR in mergers and acquisitions: Ensuring smooth transitions and employee integration

No matter the industry or legal path for merging two organizations, the most difficult challenge of partnership is how to combine two corporate cultures into one cohesive team. The degree of success in this endeavor is not determined by business prowess or cash flow, but is based on the ability of the human resources team to anticipate problems, ease the transition and engage the workforce in a new vision and mission.

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The importance of key person insurance for your business

As a business owner, you may have a difficult time imagining anything serious happening to yourself, your business partner or the employees you work with every day. However, death and disability are real risks. Just as individuals should make plans for their families by purchasing disability and life insurance, business owners are wise to purchase key person insurance.

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Cultivating a culture of innovation: Fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in the workplace

As technology, markets and consumer behaviors continue to evolve rapidly, business owners who allow their teams to do things in the same old ways are certain to lose their competitive edge. But, business owners who support innovation and invest in fostering creativity and problem-solving skills can expect to enhance performance today and cultivate growth for tomorrow.

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Does your company need environmental liability insurance?

Pollution, mold, asbestos and bacterial contamination can all leave companies owing millions of dollars in costs related to lawsuits and cleanup requirements. This risks are why environmental liability insurance is a vital coverage for many businesses, notably contractors, property management companies, manufacturers and other businesses that have environmental-related exposures.

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Unleashing the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace: Strategies for success

As demographic and generational changes transform the workplace with a younger and more diverse workforce, diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives are both desired by employees and recognized by organizations as vital components of a thriving, innovative and sustainable company culture. Learn more about the objectives, tangible benefits and practical strategies that can be incorporated into a DE&I plan.

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Revolutionizing HR: The role of artificial intelligence in HR services

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology is defining a new workplace, transforming the outlook for many traditional jobs and challenging human resources professionals to harness the power of generative AI for both workforce development and strategic competitive advantage. Learn how HR professionals are implementing AI-powered solutions across the full range of HR services.

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Insurance for college students: What you do and don’t need

When freshmen head off to college, they are often leaving home for the first time. In addition to choosing classes and navigating a new life with roommates, considering insurance for college students is also important. Common personal insurance policies for college students include health, rental and car insurance, but there are many things to consider when deciding on coverage.

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September HR Update

Pay or Play Affordability Percentage Decreased for 2023 On Aug. 23, 2023, the IRS issued Revenue Procedure 2023-29 to index the contribution percentages in 2024 for determining the affordability of an employer’s plan under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). For

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The benefits of offering flexible work arrangements

The nine-to-five office grind doesn’t work for everyone – some workers prefer more flexibility. By offering flexible work arrangements, both employers and employees can enjoy multiple advantages. Learn more about the benefits and steps to implement a flexible work arrangement program.

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Why small business owners need liability insurance

No small business owner can see into the future, so there is no way to prevent every potential accident or other incident that might result in a substantial claim for monetary damages, but liability insurance can provide financial protection if someone files a lawsuit or makes a claim against a business. No matter the industry or size, every business faces significant financial risks from liability, and these risks are especially prominent for small businesses, making liability insurance important.

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