Most workers say they'd be more productive working at home

Research has shown that flexible work policies can benefit employees for a wide range of reasons.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 12, 2018

Workers are worried about retirement — and they want employers' help

Studies continue to show that employees' financial concerns are front and center at work.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 11, 2018

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Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits

Healthcare costs are climbing and employee needs are changing. How can HR professionals adapt?

By HR Dive staff

Words of affirmation top remote and onsite workers' reward preference

As more employees work remotely, traditional rewards might not be enough to engage and retain them.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 11, 2018

Multigenerational workers find common ground in wanting financial security, work-life balance

The report also found, however, that the different generations still harbor stereotypes about each other.  

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 10, 2018

SMB wages, job growth fell in August as workers picked up the slack

Weekly hours worked are up, an indication that employees are working longer hours to make up for reduced hiring, according to an analysis by Paychex and IHS Markit.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 7, 2018

Study: 41% of employees will only accept jobs offering flexible work schedules

In a tight labor market, employers will need to offer enticing benefits to recruit, engage and keep top talent.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 6, 2018

Federal contractor minimum wage will rise to $10.60 in 2019

The Trump administration made good on many deregulation promises but E.O. 13658 remains, and employers doing business with the federal government will have to be in compliance come Jan. 1.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 6, 2018

5 ways to show prospective applicants that your company supports mental health

As your company looks to recruit top talent, show prospective employees that your company will support their mental health, writes Bernie Wong, senior associate at Mind Share Partners.

By Bernie Wong • Sept. 6, 2018

Job applicants with longer commutes less likely to get a callback

A Notre Dame study of Washington, D.C., job openings found that for every mile separating their listed address from a job site, applicants' chances drop.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 6, 2018

Restaurant pays $45K to settle claim that it paid back-of-house workers a flat rate

Employees covered by the FLSA are generally entitled to overtime pay unless they meet one of several exemptions and the law's salary threshold.

By Lisa Burden • Sept. 6, 2018

Puerto Rico contractor pays $500K to settle hurricane recovery overtime claim

Employment laws still apply during disasters, and experts suggest that compliance efforts be included in disaster planning so an employer isn't caught off guard.

By Lisa Burden • Sept. 5, 2018

Study: IT job growth is 8x that of all other job types

Companies may need to invest in education and on-the-job training as the workplace continues to digitize.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 5, 2018

US workers split on whether they're paid enough

Older workers are more likely to feel they are fairly compensated than those ages 18 to 34, according to a new survey, and women are more likely to feel underpaid than men.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 4, 2018

General Mills' paid leave updates aim to support 'all life stages'

The food industry giant plans to offer 18 to 20 weeks of maternity leave as well as expanded paternal leave, adoption leave and other benefits.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 31, 2018

Microsoft to require suppliers to offer workers paid parental leave

More big name companies that heavily rely on contracted companies for various services have begun considering the business and ethical implications of the treatment of those workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 31, 2018

Half of employees like their jobs, but want more development opportunities

Employers may need to work to ensure that employee job satisfaction isn't dragged down by heavy workloads or a lack of structured growth.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 31, 2018

Employers could be squandering a huge recruiting opportunity with their 401(k) plans

Most employees in a Betterment for Business survey said the plans are important when deciding between offers, but less than a third received details about their employer's plan during the recruiting process.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 30, 2018

Workers need not be paid during voluntary wellness activities, benefits fairs

DOL said in an opinion letter that "voluntary wellness activities" that provide direct financial benefit only to employees aren't compensable working time under the FLSA.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 29, 2018

Study: Gender bias is real, but women's choices add to the 'glass ceiling'

Employers are working to address these issues, however, offering STEM events for female students and refraining from asking applicants about pay history.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 29, 2018

DOL seeks input on overtime rule

Next month, in listening sessions around the country, the agency will ask stakeholders for their thoughts on a new overtime threshold.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 28, 2018

Most employees would forgo higher pay for a better boss

Intangible benefits and day-to-day experiences at work have risen in importance, according to Randstad US.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 28, 2018

Workers with same-sex partners fear talking about family at work

Employers must recognize that workers in non-traditional families face different and sometimes challenging issues, a new study in Harvard Business Review shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 27, 2018

Employers now more likely to offer health plans to compete after years of stagnation

As more employers offer health plans, they will naturally continue to look for ways to control the costs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 27, 2018

IRS approves employer's 401(k) incentive for student loan payments

The decision could pave the way for employers to better meet the needs of employees saddled with student debt and with little or nothing saved for retirement.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 24, 2018

'Underpaid' CEOs more likely to call for layoffs

CEO pay generally increased after a layoff if the company's performance improved. But if the company didn't benefit, neither did the CEO, ScienceDaily reports.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 24, 2018