Women have a new ally in the fight for equality: millennial men

A Boston Consulting Group analysis shows younger men, due partly to their changing societal roles, are more likely to adapt their behavior to support women co-workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 2, 2017

Study reveals going pay rates of freelancers in nearly every industry

Freelancers can be found for just about any business-critical task, including legal and finance, meaning employers need to be ready to hire and pay appropriately.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 1, 2017

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Wages, benefits up slightly ahead of the holiday season

Glassdoor statistics show that retail and warehouse workers are seeing the biggest increases in Q4, some as high as 4.3%.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 1, 2017

As the clocks turn back this weekend, don't forget FLSA rules

For employers, the end of Daylight Saving Time can present an unexpected hitch in compensating nonexempt employees.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Nov. 1, 2017

Resource Actions: 4 compliance zombies that want your HR brain

From undead regulations to haunting policies that just won’t leave, we’ve seen it all in the past year.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • Oct. 31, 2017

NYC salary history question ban takes effect

Beginning today, employers in New York City may no longer ask job applicants about their prior pay.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 31, 2017

Construction industry pushing to lower high rates of suicide, depression among workers

Direct managers are often the only ones who recognize a problem. Managerial training and expansion of wellness services are key first steps to take.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 2017

Open enrollment 2018 changes little with ACA still in place

Aside from a few trending voluntary benefits, the season promises to be relatively tame by HR's standards.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 2017

Update: GOP tax plan released, no cuts to 401k contributions

A draft of the House tax bill has since been released. Employers won't have to worry about cuts to 401k contributions.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 2017

Majority of employers in the dark about how their PBMs earn money

Employers believe pharmacy benefit managers are vital but largely don't understand how they work.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 30, 2017

Trump declares opioid abuse a public health emergency, but employers are already in the fight

Many larger businesses have already begun battling the epidemic by shifting their benefits plans and training managers to identify at-risk workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 30, 2017

IBM expands paid parental leave, will pay for adoption and surrogacy

But how well does the decision jive with Big Blue's recent decision to roll back remote-work options?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 27, 2017

CareerBuilder: Most employers low-ball entry-level candidates

More than half of employers reported offering salaries that were less than they were willing to pay for entry-level positions, expecting employees to negotiate.

By Riia O’Donnell • Oct. 26, 2017

The secret to open enrollment tech? Don't overthink it

Business is driven by purpose. Benefits shouldn't be any different.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 26, 2017

DOL moves to revise — or rescind — FLSA tip pool regs

The agency has taken the first step toward revisiting Obama-era rules limiting gratuity redistribution.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 25, 2017

Across every generation, employees need total well-being support

Financial stability, in particular, is a top priority for both genders and all demographics.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 25, 2017

Can employers help solve the student debt problem?

Various stakeholders — from legislators to HR tech vendors — recognize the scale of the student debt problem. But few are doing anything about it.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 25, 2017

Report: Disengagement costs employers up to $500M in lost productivity

High rates of absenteeism, work-family conflict and mental health problems exacerbated issues. But employers can help.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 24, 2017

AI experts are making bank as tech companies wage talent war

The 400 employees at Alphabet Inc.'s DeepMind make an estimated $345,000 each, prompting some observers to joke about an NFL-style salary cap.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 24, 2017

Pittsburgh to cover sex reassignment surgery for employees

The city's mayor said the new coverage will help Pittsburgh attract top talent.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2017

Broadway landmark Ellen's Stardust Diner settles with NLRB, reinstates fired workers

A union representing restaurant employees sued the eatery, alleging it was surveilling employees when they participated in protected concerted activities, among other things.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2017

IRS raises annual cap on 401k contributions to $18.5K

Employees likely won't be aware of the IRS's updated cap, so HR must ensure the update is explained clearly and in detail to workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2017

6 tips to help HR survive open enrollment

Worried? Don’t be. We spoke to some benefits experts about tips to get through Open Enrollment 2017 in one piece.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 23, 2017

Should flexible work be the default option for most jobs?

Experts during a webinar hosted by 1 Million for Work Flexibility argued that the future of work may be letting people work wherever is best for them.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 20, 2017

Anthem parts with Express Scripts Holding, sets up own drug plan

The announcement could signal that insurance companies are waking up to the industry's discontent with PBMs.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 20, 2017