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Menopause (the end of menstruation) and perimenopause (the years just before) can come with a host of symptoms. Anxiety, brain fog, headaches, joint pain, burnout, menstrual changes, cognitive changes, depression, hot flashes, and sleep issues are common experiences. Last month, 17 United States senators (all women) introduced legislation that would, if passed, “strengthen and expandContinueContinue reading “Five Ways to Support Your Menopausal Employees”

Life insurance is a significant consideration when looking to secure the financial future of the people you love and those who depend on you. However, it often gets confusing when you have to choose between group life and individual life coverage. Some people may tell you that you only need one and others may recommendContinueContinue reading “Group Life Insurance vs. Individual Life Insurance”

Around 27 percent of U.S. workers quit their jobs in 2023, which, according to a common turnover calculation, cost employers nearly a trillion dollars to replace. Unfortunately, turnover is expected to climb this year, and labor experts predict another form of the “Great Resignation” will take place as workers choose to leave their jobs. EmployeeContinueContinue reading “11 Trending Tips to Improve Your Employee Retention”

U.S. Workers Are Satisfied With Their PTO But Don’t Exhaust It A new Harris Poll survey found that most American employees are satisfied with their company’s paid time off (PTO) policy; however, three in four said they don’t use the maximum PTO permitted by their employer. According to the survey, most U.S. workers get betweenContinueContinue reading “You’re Offering Good PTO – Why Don’t Your Employees Use It?”

A recent U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) final rule increases the salary thresholds used to determine whether executive, administrative, and professional (EAP) employees are exempt from overtime pay under federal law. While the increased thresholds are likely to result in many employees who were previously exempt now qualifying for overtime pay, employers must also considerContinueContinue reading “How the DOL’s New Overtime Rule Could Impact Employee Benefits”