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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, […]
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 […]
The critical nature and status of mental health in the U.S. has become a top concern, and it’s no different in the workplace. Companies can support employees with mental health benefits, including education and training about how employees can access these benefits. HR professionals must be intentional in this training and measure results in employee […]
A challenging job market, new workplace demands driven by emerging technology, and concerns over job longevity and security are all contributing to stress among workers these days. Add to that an environment in which many employees are grappling with low wages and increasing work demands, and it’s no wonder that companies of all kinds are […]
The recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have impacted countless lives, leaving many employees facing uncertainty and hardship. In times of crisis, employers play a crucial role in supporting their workforce. In this week’s HR Query, Karishma Patel Buford, Chief People Officer at Spring Health, shares her insights on how employers can best support their […]
A quiet day at the office (including the home office!) can be a relaxing experience for many employees—a chance to catch one’s breath and step out of the fast lane for a change. But for some workers, anything less than peak performance can actually lead to feelings of stress and anxiety. Mental Health Concerns on […]
It’s winter, and when the cold winds blow, blizzards, ice storms, and dangerous temperatures often disrupt business. Certainly, bad weather can hit at any time of year, so employers always need to understand their legal obligations. But an organization’s response should go beyond those requirements. Employers also need to know how to help their employees, […]
Updating an internal policy is a big deal. It takes hours of planning and writing, then more hours of training, even if the change is only a few words or sentences. While policy updates impact all employees, the HR team feels them the most. They’re usually responsible for writing, enforcing, and informing employees about these […]
For 20 years, I sat in the seat that most managers feared: I was the person on the other end of the call recruiting away their best performers. It was easier than you would think, and that was even before the FTC banned non-competes from employment offers. In a survey conducted by the U.S. Government Accountability Office, […]
In the blur of the COVID-19 pandemic, employers around the world scrambled to implement mental health solutions and strategies to support their workforce. But as things have (mostly) returned to normal, a critical question has surfaced: Have these efforts made a meaningful impact? The rise of therapy within the U.S. accompanied by the continued fall […]