Comp & Benefits: Page 53
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Goldman Sachs bumps up paid parental leave to 20 weeks
The policy change comes as other employers face discrimination claims over leave length.
By Dan Ennis , Liza Casabona • Nov. 6, 2019 -
Study: Half of workers are honked off about their long commutes
Workers' dislike for long commutes is so strong, they're willing to pass up a job with higher pay if it's farther away, according to previous research.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 6, 2019 -
Trendline
Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits
As employers prioritize retention, benefits remain a crucial piece of business’ employee value propositions.
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In 'welcome news' for employers, DOL proposes fluctuating workweek update
The proposed rule, announced Monday, is just one of several Trump administration regulatory wage-and-hour priorities.
By Ryan Golden • Nov. 5, 2019 -
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian rallies dads, lawmakers for paid family leave
An ideal law would afford parents six months of fully compensated leave, founder and executive director of Paid Leave for the United States Katie Bethell told HR Dive in an interview.
By Katie Clarey • Oct. 29, 2019 -
As AI infiltrates work, employers pay a premium for soft skills
The tech is automating tasks like scheduling, while jobs such as hairstyling and graphic design have seen wage increases in recent years.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Flexible work options could boost US economy by more than $2T annually
Flexible work has become the norm in some industries, but the concept could also help employers reach unemployed or "economically inactive" candidates.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Inclusion for trans, nonbinary workers won't come from mere 'core values'
A study from WFD Consulting noted that Gen Z is entering the workforce with a more inclusive perspective of gender identity, and employers need to be prepared.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kathryn Moody • Oct. 28, 2019 -
ADP: As wage growth slows, economic downturn looms
Regardless of a potential recession's arrival date, HR leaders can take several steps to prepare.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 28, 2019 -
Target defends talent investments following reports of slashed hours
Benefit expansions often create speculation that employers will cut back in other areas to account for the change.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 24, 2019 -
&pizza teams with Lyft for late-night ride-share benefits
The fast casual pizzeria's three-month pilot is just one of many benefits restaurants like Starbucks, Noodles & Company and Chipotle are adding to attract and retain employees.
By Alicia Kelso • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Glassdoor: Majority of employees have witnessed or experienced discrimination
Bias and discrimination remain powerful forces in the workplace, studies continue to show — and they are not always reflected in obvious behavior.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Employees' financial troubles push employers to rethink the typical payday
But it remains to be seen whether existing solutions can facilitate behavioral changes — or whether employees trust employers who want to help.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 23, 2019 -
Sponsored by Salary Finance
New survey reveals education may buy happiness, but not financial fitness
Retail, hospitality, and food & beverage are the most financially stressed industries - discover more insights in this survey of 10,000+ employees.
Oct. 23, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Open enrollment 2019: 8 questions to ask your broker
The process is certainly about benefits, but it's also about the employee experience.
By Jennifer Carsen • Oct. 22, 2019 -
Americans like their healthcare but worry about affordability
Employees aren't alone in worrying about health benefit cost. The problem vexes employers, many of whom are rushing to find solutions.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 18, 2019 -
Kamala Harris floats paid family leave plan that would offer new parents up to 6 months
Some employers would welcome national legislation, seeing it as a relief from the current patchwork of laws, which can be difficult to administer.
By Jennifer Carsen • Oct. 17, 2019 -
Chipotle dishes up degree program to prepare workers for '21st century' jobs
Unlike its guacamole, the benefit will come at no cost. The restaurant will cover 100% of tuition costs for 75 types of business and technology degrees.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Oct. 17, 2019 -
Column
Resource Actions: Devising a mental health strategy for Gen Z
Employers need to consider the cultural issues at play to address the problem thoroughly and potentially stand out from other workplaces.
By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • Oct. 16, 2019 -
5 fast tips to help HR pros survive open enrollment 2019
HR Dive spoke with three benefits experts whose open enrollment strategies included preparation and teamwork to tech tools and regularly scheduled lunch breaks.
By Katie Clarey • Oct. 11, 2019 -
Walmart to test healthcare concierge, data services
The offerings, which will appear in the company's 2020 medical plan, are aimed at reducing the cost of health coverage.
By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 10, 2019 -
Sponsored by Wirecard
Smarter sales incentives mean enhancing, not replacing payments
Less than a quarter of surveyed employees are happy with their current sales programs. But what could smarter sales incentive programs look like?
Oct. 10, 2019 -
Culture, performance management face scrutiny in equity audits
Employers are working to address concerns around any personal attribute being used in any process that impacts salary, a WorldatWork survey found.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 10, 2019 -
4 tips for walking first-timers through open enrollment
Testimonials — be they from team members or social media influencers — are just one way to prep newbies for difficult benefits decisions.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 9, 2019 -
Lidl to offer part-time workers medical benefits
As more employers extend benefits to part-time workers, others may still balk at the cost.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 9, 2019 -
Comparably: Microsoft boasts the best perks and benefits among big companies
The tech giant also took top honors on a list of 100 U.S. companies in June for its contributions to creating healthful communities and families.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 9, 2019