Tag: benefits

Promoting Women’s Well-Being in the Hourly Workplace

While the gender pay gap hit a historic low this year, there is still much work to be done to achieve pay equity in the US. Women still only earn an average 85% of what men do, and post-pandemic workforce participation lags for women, despite periods where they were leading workforce recovery. Wage adjustment is […]

Faces of HR: Sandra Williams on the Benefits of Experience

Here at HR Daily Advisor, HR Benefits Week is well underway, and this week’s Faces of HR column celebrates a professional who continues to help move the needle forward in the industry. Meet Sandra Williams, a seasoned benefits professional whose impressive three-decade journey within the Human Resources (HR) realm paints a vivid picture of dedication and expertise. From […]

How to Effectively Communicate Employee Benefits So Employees Actually Use Them: 3 Ways

A well-designed benefits package doesn’t add value if employees don’t understand what benefits are available to them and how to access those benefits. One of the biggest reasons employees underutilize their benefits has nothing to do with cost or coverage. Instead, it has everything to do with communication. Why Communication Matters More Than Design Benefits […]

The ROI of Mental Health Benefits

Investing in mental health isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a business decision. But for many organizations, the question remains: does it actually pay off? The short answer: yes—if it’s done right. Why Mental Health Support Matters at Work Mental health directly affects productivity, engagement, absenteeism, and turnover. Employees facing chronic stress, anxiety, or […]

10 Employee Benefits Trends HR Leaders Should Be Watching 

In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workplace, employee benefits have transitioned from mere perks to strategic tools for talent acquisition, retention, and overall employee satisfaction. They aren’t just a part of an employee’s compensation package; they’re a marketing tool that companies can use for effective recruitment. As we look to the future, HR leaders […]

How HR Teams Can Drive Greater ROI with their PTO Programs

Paid time off (PTO) is a mainstay of benefits packages, but too many companies are failing to maximize its value. A significant majority of employees don’t use all the PTO allocated to them each year, and this creates a series of problems for companies. For one thing, it means employees aren’t getting the full benefit […]

Faces of HR: Ashley Braband’s Playbook for Building Omaha Productions

From the hallowed sidelines of the Philadelphia Eagles to the digital frontier of sports media, Ashley Braband‘s career trajectory reads like a meticulously crafted highlight reel. But it’s her latest act—building the people and culture experience at Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions—that’s truly defining her legacy. “My journey began in the trenches,” Braband recalls, referencing her […]

Surviving—and Thriving—With a 4-Day Workweek

In the United States, only about 18% of companies have taken steps toward implementing a 4-day workweek, although 59% say they’re willing to consider such a model. That interest may be on the rise as employees are increasingly demanding more flexibility—and leaving jobs for greener pastures if they aren’t able to have enough flexibility and […]

FLSA

Navigating FLSA Exemptions: Understanding the Preponderance of Evidence Standard 

The Supreme Court’s recent opinion in E.M.D. Sales Inc. et al. v. Carrera et al., No. 23-217, 2025 WL 96207 (U.S. Jan. 15, 2025) provides clarity for employers navigating the complexities of exemptions to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This ruling set the “preponderance of the evidence” standard as the benchmark for proving exemptions, […]

The Advantages of Adding Micro Retirement to HR Benefits

As the modern workforce continues to evolve, employees are increasingly seeking more flexibility in their work-life balance. One emerging trend gaining traction in human resources (HR) strategies is the concept of micro retirement. According to a survey last April by the American Staffing Association (ASA) and The Harris Poll, 43% of U.S. workers report feeling […]