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State overtime thresholds, minimum wage rates set to increase in 2018
Employers may not have to worry about DOL's overtime rule right now, but some states have taken matters into their own hands.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Dec. 14, 2017 -
UPDATE: DOL extends public comment period on rescission of FLSA tip pool rules
The Obama-era rules prohibited employers from redistributing gratuities to nontipped employees, even if all workers involved received minimum wage.
By Kate Tornone • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineInside 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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Study: Millennials are the most unsatisfied IT professionals
Most want better pay, according to a new report, but some are looking for a chance to work independently as a consultant.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Wellness Workdays to certify outstanding employee wellness programs
Programs will be measured on assessment, strategy, implementation and evaluation.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Want more women applicants? Shake up your recruiting practices
In a new report, Fairygodboss says employers may want to consider shifting their recruitment strategies to diversify their applicant pool.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Lyft
Lyft to provide drivers with education benefits
The gig economy isn't known for developing its contract workers — but it could be a key retention strategy in an increasingly tough market.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Workers claim Microsoft discriminated against women in pay, promotions
But a company spokesperson criticized the commissioned reports, saying researchers "mischaracterized" key data.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Adobe says it's reached 100% pay equity in the US
Since uncovering a pay gap in July, the company vowed to close it by year's end.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 11, 2017 -
House committee considers paid leave bill
SHRM and others from the employer community told lawmakers that Congressional action is needed to deal with the state and local leave law patchwork.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 7, 2017 -
Gig work growth is up, but where are the benefits?
Some freelance and contingent workers hold dangerous jobs, but they generally lack benefits like workers' comp and health insurance, advocates say.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 7, 2017 -
Opinion
How to make unlimited holiday a success
Will an unlimited vacation policy actually make your company more productive? Kristel Moedt, Global People and Talent Director at Bynder, writes about her company's experience.
By Kristel Moedt • Dec. 6, 2017 -
61% of employees say well-being programs don't fit their needs
Even so, research from Willis Towers Watson shows a large number of employers plan to address all four components of well-being in 2018.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 6, 2017 -
Why building a 'culture of health' can improve employee engagement
A truly effective work culture is one that enables employees to work to the best of their abilities by creating a supportive and energizing environment.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 5, 2017 -
CVS-Aetna may rewrite the book on purchasing prescription drug benefits
Large employers, frustrated with the opacity of their PBMs, should take notice.
By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 5, 2017 -
California Amazon warehouse worker alleges break time violations
The fulfillment center's vast size is part of the problem, the plaintiff noted, because it takes so long to walk to and from break areas.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 4, 2017 -
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Dive Awards
The HR Dive Awards for 2017
The 2017 awards recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These executives, companies, trends and breakthroughs are transforming the industry and shaping the future.
By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden , Kate Tornone • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Dive Awards
Fail of the Year: Healthcare reform
The GOP had majorities in two houses. Employers were on board and ready for change. A vocal White House put the pressure on. So what happened?
By Ryan Golden • Dec. 4, 2017 -
GoDaddy
Dive Awards
Executive of the Year: Katee Van Horn, GoDaddy
Hoping to drive innovation through diversity, GoDaddy has overhauled its personnel processes to ensure women and minorities can advance.
By Kate Tornone • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Bill would mandate $48K overtime threshold
A legislative fix could put an end to the debate around DOL's authority to set an FLSA salary threshold.
By Kate Tornone • Dec. 1, 2017 -
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Report: Amazon workers collapsed on the job after 55-hour workweeks, high targets
A UK journalist went undercover to investigate the working conditions of a local Amazon warehouse.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017 -
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Having the right personality could land job applicants a higher salary
But researchers in the Netherlands also rebuffed the idea that the "ideal candidate" exists for a given job.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017 -
Successful financial wellness programs require behavioral changes, not just literacy
In contrast to employers' responses in the Aon Hewitt study, only 6% of workers “strongly agree” that their company is helping them manage their money more effectively.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 1, 2017 -
Randstad Staffing recruiters lose overtime suit
An appeals court found that the recruiters exhibited enough "independent judgment" on the job to be exempt from overtime.
By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 30, 2017 -
Deep Dive
ACA compliance in 2018: What's changing and what's staying the same
The most important thing to know about the ACA for next year is that it remains in effect, but employers also need to note that a few deadlines and standards have changed.
By Pamela DeLoatch • Nov. 30, 2017 -
Frequent business travelers have an undue share of health problems
Employees who consistently travel show higher levels of insomnia, weight gain, viruses and other issues.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 29, 2017
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