Big, unexplained gaps between CEO and worker pay can cut productivity in half

As publicly held companies prepare to comply with a new CEO pay disclosure rule, they may want to take steps to explain the pay ratio directly to employees.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 22, 2018

NYC requires employers to grant temporary schedule changes

The law, enacted last week, also permits city employees to request flexible work arrangements at any time, without fear of retaliation.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 22, 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

ADP: Job switchers gained wages faster than job holders last quarter

Job holders had higher wages overall, but job switchers in service industries saw opportunity for strong gains.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 19, 2018

Pennsylvania governor proposes new state overtime threshold

The proposal would increase the threshold gradually, and eventually make workers earning less than $47,892 per year eligible for overtime pay.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2018

Employees want rewards accessible online and immediately

Such incentives can be a key way to build brand loyalty — an increasingly important aspect of HR and employee engagement.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2018

NJ bans salary history inquiries for state employees

Gov. Phil Murphy signed the order as his first act as governor and encouraged the state legislature to ban such questions statewide.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 17, 2018

MD legislature overrides governor's paid leave, 'ban the box' vetoes

The state joins a growing list of jurisdictions enacting employee-friendly workplace laws.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2018

Citigroup ups pay for women and minorities to close its compensation gap

The company says that women and minorities were already earning 99% of what men and non-minorities make, but that it's aiming for 100%.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2018

Despite fiduciary concerns, financial wellness programs continue to expand

A new Alight report shows employers acknowledge the connection between workers' health and finances — and that those factors can impact productivity.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2018

Office food is the biggest obstacle to wellness, employees say

Business travel and the office vending machine also pose a problem for employee health goals, a Robert Half survey shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2018

Walmart announces wage increases and bonuses — and then closes 63 Sam's Clubs

The pay changes are reportedly thanks to the recently passed tax bill, but some economists have cast doubt on that motive.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 12, 2018

ATD: Mentoring programs boost retention, engagement rates

The organization recommends employers start with a pilot program to test formal mentoring in their workplaces.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 12, 2018

Both sitting and standing too much at work can be bad for worker health

New analysis from the CDC reveals that the conversation around ergonomics at work is more complex than recent discourse may make it seem.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 12, 2018

New Jersey bans discrimination against breastfeeding employees

The law, which took effect immediately, has some provisions that go above and beyond the FLSA.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2018

Your 2018 benefits resolution? Getting the most out of what you have

Go ahead, add that shiny new voluntary benefit to attract candidates. But don't forget about execution.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 10, 2018

401k auto-enrollment doesn't stop workers from taking on more debt, economists say

Auto-enrolled employees in a new study aren't increasing their share of high-interest debt, however.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 9, 2018

DOL scraps 6-factor unpaid intern test

Employers may have more leeway to use unpaid interns under the agency's new "primary beneficiary" test.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 8, 2018

Companies respond to GOP tax bill nixing CEO bonus deductions

Pushback on the issue from corporations is a reminder of the perspective HR may bring to conversations around executive compensation.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 5, 2018

Study shows slight gain in number of employees signing up for voluntary benefits

It could be a sign that such offerings will pick up steam in 2018.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2018

With US median base pay at $51,000, wage growth remains stagnant

In 2017, the healthcare and retail industries saw the greatest wage growth. The tech industry, however, saw its growth slow.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2018

10 trends that will shape HR in 2018

As a new year begins, trends in upskilling, compliance, benefits and more are poised to change how HR departments work.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden , Kate Tornone • Jan. 3, 2018

DHS may end H-1B visa extensions for those waiting on a green card

The proposal could keep hundreds of thousands of foreign workers off U.S. payrolls. How will American employers be affected?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2018

IRS announces 30-day extension for ACA 1095-B, 1095-C forms

The delay, announced Dec. 22, should create a small measure of breathing room for some large employers and self-insuring companies.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 2, 2018

With savings from tax bill, employers say they'll boost wages, 401k contributions

In the weeks since successful passage of the GOP tax overhaul, employers haven't been shy about their attempts to give back.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 2, 2018

37 state and local minimum-wage increases take effect nationwide

As the federal government continues to roll back regulations on business, some say employers can expect more legislation at the state and local levels.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 2, 2018