Risk Management | Benefits | Employee Relations
It is hard to believe the Affordable Care Act was enacted over four years ago. Many significant changes took effect in 2014 such as health plan design changes and increased wellness program incentives. Now that 2015 has arrived, additional reforms will be seen by employers sponsoring group health plans. The most significant reform impacting employers is the shared responsibility penalty known as “Play or Pay” rule and related reporting requirements for applicable larger employers. Employers should start preparing their strategy for addressing these compliance changes, including ensuring the 2014 reforms are being kept updated.
Diversity & Inclusion | Best Practices | Employee Relations
What does it mean to be an inclusive workplace environment? Employees vary greatly in every organization. When making a decision to hire an individual based on whether they “fit” into the culture many companies view an individual’s personality, attitude and whether they are able to be trained to excel in the position or if they are currently equipped to handle the responsibilities immediately. Many employers probably never think about how to integrate a transgender employee into the organization’s environment or how well the organization succeeds or fails can be life-altering for all involved.
Total Rewards | Employee Relations
As we wrap up January 2015, many organizations have closed out the 2014 end of year performance appraisal process. This year, more than ever, I’m hearing from clients that their evaluation process “just isn’t working”. Their feedback is that for the last several years we go through the same process and the results aren’t worth the effort.
Total Rewards | Business Management & Strategy | Employee Relations | Career Tips
A few things have been going through my mind recently: Football, Leadership and Performance Management. While these three topics sound disjointed, hang on for the ride – there is a touchdown at the end of this!
This Leadership Communication Certificate Program focuses on leaders achieving success through enhanced communication skills. The key to maintaining strong client relationships, motivating staff or effecting corporate change is often effective and efficient skills and abilities in writing, speaking, listening, and influencing others. The highly interactive and dynamic four-part seminar series focuses on practical and useful communication techniques in four powerful communication areas:
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