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We had a chance to ask Dr. John Sullivan—author, corporate speaker, professor, and advisor—about employment branding during a recent webinar. Today we’ll hear how he addressed the topics of alumni programs and external versus internal brand development. Q: In regards to alumni networks, how should the group be limited to those you know love your […]
We recently discussed employment branding with professor, corporate speaker, author, and advisor Dr. John Sullivan. Today we hear from him on alumni programs and external brand development. Q: In regards to alumni networks, how should the group be limited to those you know love your company? Some workers leave because they were involuntarily terminated, or […]
In spite of major changes in the healthcare landscape, small-business owners looking to recruit and retain top employees still need to pay close attention to their benefits offerings. According to the 2015 Aflac WorkForces Report for Small Businesses, a majority of workers employed in small businesses are willing to consider a job with slightly lower […]
Engagement—it’s the key to employee growth and development. Moreover, engagement drives results, right? It’s not that easy, says Vice President of Training Nicole Price of Cy Wakeman, Inc. Personal accountability must be a part of the engagement equation. Price offered her tips at the 2014 Advanced Employment Issues Symposium (AEIS)—register now to attend this year’s […]
When it comes to workplace hygiene, who’s cleaner: men or women? The answer may not surprise you, but it will make you think twice the next time you’re in a restroom.
As healthcare costs continue to climb and employees’ share of premiums rise, it becomes increasingly important for them to understand their health plan options during open enrollment.
An employee over the age of 65 who already enrolled in Medicare Part A is now being separated due to disability. Does the company (self-insured) have to offer him 18 months of COBRA? If yes, which plan becomes primary and which plan is secondary?
While salary is important when considering a new job offer or whether to stay with a current employer, according to a Care.com Workplace Solutions Better Benefits Survey, better family lifestyle benefits such as family-care assistance, flexible work schedules, and paid parental leave, directly impact an employee’s decision to make that final move.
by Deanna L. Forbush Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) investigations typically end when the EEOC issues a notice of dismissal and right-to-sue letter granting the charging party 90 days to file a lawsuit under one or more of the federal statutes the agency enforces—Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination […]
The individual healthcare exchange is a topic that was originally the focus of a lot of controversy—not the least of which was a result of its initial slow implementation. But now that we’re a year into using the exchange, let’s take a closer look at what it is and how it affects employers.