Study: Pay gap may be wider than previously thought

The report's authors say that affordable childcare and paid leave will be necessary to close the gap.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 30, 2018

H&M to offer paid parental leave, 'schedule commitments' to part-time employees

Paid leave for workers has moved mainstream, particularly for employers like retailers that face a massive turnover problem.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 29, 2018

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Top trends in total rewards

Trends in total rewards strategies continue to shift in response to the market, employee demands and even advances in technology.

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Trending in perks: Pawternity, egg freezing and wedding leave

Employers, however, must ensure that benefits are chosen based on employee interest.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 29, 2018

Paid leave for caregivers of adults with dementia is charting new territory in the workplace

Caregiver leave can provide much-needed flexibility and financial support, experts say.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 28, 2018

Millennials increasingly enter full-time work, but delay other life events

An EY study of U.S. citizens ages 20 to 36 found many are still delaying home ownership, marriage and other decisions later compared to previous generations.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 27, 2018

Back to Basics: The ins and outs of the ADEA

The old adage says "you can't teach an old dog new tricks," but the Age Discrimination in Employment Act looks poorly on such language or excuses.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 26, 2018

NEBGH issues guide to genomic medicine for HR, benefits managers

While treatments based on genomic research are "years away," the marketplace for diagnostic testing and screening is making progress.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 21, 2018

Texas court: Austin's paid sick leave law is unconstitutional

The ruling also may affect an ordinance recently adopted in San Antonio.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 21, 2018

Study: Opioid epidemic has cost Massachusetts economy $9.7B

Employers may not have grasped the extent to which opioid addiction has damaged their workforces and communities, research shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 19, 2018

Amazon, other leaders launch leave management forum

Leave has become a focus of many employers' benefits programs, and business leaders are working with NBGH to address it.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 19, 2018

Resource Actions: Time off for turkey

Will more employees get paid time off for Thanksgiving Day? In this talent market — and changing retail atmosphere — it's more likely than you think.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 16, 2018

Short sick time policies might be helping to spread the flu at work

According to Staples, employees took on average just 2.7 days of sick time, meaning employees are coming to work during the most contagious stages of the illness.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 16, 2018

Stop WALMART Act takes aim at CEO pay, minimum wage

The act would require large employers to implement a $15 minimum wage, reduce CEO pay and add more PTO for workers in order to continue buying back stock.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 16, 2018

Employers offering health benefits at highest level since 2013

Company size was cited as the top reason for not offering or being unable to offer health insurance, according to Transamerica Center for Health Studies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 15, 2018

How employers can correct course on pay equity

There's a real sense of urgency and momentum around this issue, according to EEOC Commissioner Charlotte Burrows.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 14, 2018

Working Mothers releases its 'Best Companies for Dads' list

Giving fathers the same amount of parental leave might help working couples share child-rearing duties and save women's careers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 14, 2018

Be careful when getting crafty with leave policies

When trying to meet multi-regional requirements or testing 'unlimited' vacation, there are some considerations for HR, experts said.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 13, 2018

Just 25% of Americans hold their dream job, but only 12% yearn for the C-suite

Most respondents to a MidAmerica Nazarene University survey dream of working in entertainment, but men and women diverged on both salary and career priorities.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 13, 2018

Career development, meaningful work are key drivers of employee value proposition

Conveying value is more critical now than ever as talent scarcity and retention become more problematic, a Mercer study reveals.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 12, 2018

Uber to offer top drivers 100% paid college tuition

The program, Uber Pro, will also provide other offers and incentives, such as savings on gas and car maintenance. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 7, 2018

Gov't workers have most paid parental leave days on average, despite lack of federal policy

Men in government and public administration received on average 30 days of paid leave, compared to 40 days for women in the sector, according to a SimplyHired survey.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2018

Workers without paid sick leave benefits have greater financial worries

Citing the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the researchers reported that 68% of Americans and only 31% of part-time workers can access paid sick days.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2018

Employers worry about healthcare waste, but a majority aren't managing it

Companies that are proactively managing their healthcare spend see better results overall, but most have not seen success, according to a new study.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2018

Amazon splits HQ2 between NYC, Northern Virginia due to talent potential

Competitive pay, benefits and career opportunities will be even more important for other employers in the region.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Updated Nov. 13, 2018

IRS raises annual retirement plan contribution cap to $19K for 2019

Employees across generations aren't saving enough for retirement, let alone contributing as much as the tax code allows.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 5, 2018