Tag: HR

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 […]

Reframing Workplace Belonging: Cate Prescott’s Integrated Leadership at Verra Mobility

Cate Prescott is the Chief People Officer and Chief Culture and Belonging Officer at Verra Mobility, a position that reflects both her expertise in human resources and her commitment to embedding inclusion into the company’s operational and cultural fabric. She leads Verra Mobility’s efforts in people strategy, talent development, workplace culture, and diversity and inclusion—a […]

Student Loan Relief as an Employee Benefit

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 […]

5 Steps to Transform a Toxic Company Culture

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 […]

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 […]

Are Employee Benefits Keeping Up With Employee Expectations?

The gap between what employees want from their benefits and what employers offer continues to grow. While traditional offerings like health insurance and retirement plans are still valued, they’re no longer enough to differentiate employers in a competitive talent market. Expectations have evolved—and fast. The Basics Are Now Just the Starting Point Health coverage, PTO, […]

Leading with Empathy: HR’s Role Amidst DEI Restrictions

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 […]

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 […]