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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 -
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TrendlineA deep dive into financial wellness
Employee financial wellness may trending upward — but workers are still hoping for help from employers.
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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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
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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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
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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 -
Even the HR department has pay equity issues, report says
Women may hold the majority of management positions in HR, but a new report says that doesn't mean they're exempt from the gender pay gap.
By Riia O'Donnell • Dec. 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Sustainability benefits: A people, planet and profit business strategy
CSR and sustainability are inseparable in businesses that champion people and the environment.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 26, 2017 -
Union workers say no to Disney's wage proposition
Nearly all members of the Service Trades Council Union (93%) rejected the two-year contract, showing the power of employees in a job seeker's market.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 22, 2017
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