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For many companies the term “fully vaccinated” is now in question. I’m a big believer in the power of words. “Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless,” said Mother Theresa. The challenge with words—besides finding just the right ones—is that their meaning can change over time. Case …
What do booster shots mean for HR in a fully vaccinated environment? Read More »
Mention new COVID-19 lockdown and most people say, “that’s not going to happen again.” I tend to agree. While Delta variant cases are up in most states, new mask and vaccine mandates and proof of vaccination requirements are likely to keep businesses open across the country. Still, it remains to be seen. In July, President …
Is another lockdown coming? 4 HR issues to consider now Read More »
How can you control your health benefits costs as we enter 2022? For the past two decades, health costs have increased each year. This happens for a variety of reasons, such as inflation or, say, a global pandemic. With that in mind, employers can bank on prices going up in 2022. According to a PricewaterhouseCoopers …
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Hiring an outsourced HR advisor has a lot of advantages. Hiring one that specializes in employee relations comes with some surprising benefits. Almost every HR advisor can handle the day-to-day, such as job descriptions, personnel handbooks, compensation, training and information about issues and regulations. Some can also provide strategic guidance—from staffing configuration to business processes …
A recent survey found that nearly 60% of American workers are thinking about a career change. That’s an astounding number. Perhaps just as worrisome: 34% are considering leaving their current jobs with 19% actively looking (source: Magnify Money). The reasons won’t surprise you. There is burnout from the pandemic, wanting to work from home, better …
Companies are increasingly seeking HR support from outside their own internal staff. For most employers, there’s no doubt that the past 18 months have been the most volatile in modern history. We’ve been facing a perfect storm brought on by COVID-19, demands for social justice and a new administration in Washington. Who would have imagined …
How much HR support do you need? The answer might surprise you Read More »
Do you have a vaccination policy? Should you mandate COVID-19 vaccines for your employees? It’s an issue that many employers across America are grappling with. A recent headline in FORTUNE is very telling: “More U.S. employers are saying get a shot or get another job.” Until recently, mandated vaccinations had not been thoroughly tested in …
With the COVID-19 vaccine widely available across the country, the topic of returning to in-person work, school and other activities is being discussed constantly. The reopening of the country, though, comes with some uncertainties and may lead to feelings of workplace re-entry anxiety. If you, your family or any of your employees are feeling angst …
Managing workplace re-entry anxiety from the pandemic Read More »
Employee priorities have changed as a result of the pandemic, pushing companies to reexamine their employee benefits offerings for 2022. Key concerns include their physical wellbeing, peace of mind and financial health—huge issues that are challenging employers to consider employee benefits they might have ignored in the past. Here are six trends experts say will …
While a lot of our clients are back to their worksites 100%, many others are figuring out what to do about hybrid work. They’re not alone. A recent survey by McKinsey found that nine out of 10 organizations will be combining remote and on-site work. A similar study found that seven out of 10 employers …