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In today’s economy, it’s more important than ever before for employers to focus on attracting and retaining employees. The current competitive market environment and higher expectations from candidates means employers need to differentiate themselves, and one way to do this is with workplace benefits. Workforce Retention Resources While some employment metrics are promising—such as the […]
Attracting and retaining talent is a crucial element in the success of any business. Human capital can make the difference between a struggling company, an ordinary company, and a truly stellar organization. When competing for talent with other employers, it’s easy for businesses to fall into the trap of thinking the only way to hire […]
How employees learn at work is changing fast, and as an HR professional, you need to keep up. Traditional training methods are fading, and online learning is taking center stage. It offers flexibility, personalization, and easy access to skill-building opportunities. However, education goes beyond career growth—it’s a major driver of engagement. When your team has […]
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 […]
Employers can play a role in helping employees with their student loan repayment needs, and many are doing just that. According to the Education Data Initiative, student loan debt in the U.S. has reached $1.777 trillion, with 42.7 million borrowers faced with the need to repay the loans they used to at least partially fund […]
A toxic company culture doesn’t announce itself with a neon sign. It festers quietly—through whispered complaints in break rooms, passive-aggressive emails, or the slow drip of disengagement that turns talented employees into clock-watchers who can’t wait to bolt. Left unchecked, it’s a silent killer of innovation, productivity, and morale. But even the most poisonous workplace […]
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 […]
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 […]
Over the past few months, I dove headfirst into another show that had a long, successful run that I completely missed: Modern Family. Modern Family is a comedy about a large extended family living in Los Angeles, California. The extended family consists of the Pritchetts, the Dunphys, and the Pritchett/Tuckers. For those who have seen […]
For minority and LGBTQ+ employees in the U.S., the rise of DEI bans is triggering anxieties that go beyond job security. The very foundations of psychological safety and workplace belonging are being questioned. This uncertainty is taking a significant mental health toll, impacting employees both at work and beyond. In this Q&A, Sarah Reynolds, CMO […]