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Six Biggest Benefits Trends of 2024 (and Predictions for 2025)

Anne Patterson

23 Dec 202423 Dec 2024

The end of 2024 also means an exciting, new end-of-year podcast from the Talking Benefits team! We recapped the top six benefits biggies from the past year and gave our predictions for what’s ahead, especially considering the new administration under President-elect Trump. […]

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Thriving Together: Wellness and Group Benefits in Hybrid and Remote Work

Tim Hennessy

30 Jul 202430 Jul 2024

Once viewed as a rare perk, working from home (WFH) became necessary for many during the pandemic. Despite the benefit’s popularity among many workers and businesses, some organizations have reverted their WFH policies amid fears of losing productivity and collaboration, replacing flexible […]

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Your PTO Playbook for Super Bowl Monday

Anne Patterson

08 Feb 202421 Feb 2024

Whether it was the stellar halftime performance, a fourth-quarter Hail Mary, or the overload of chips and guacamole, employees may struggle to go the extra mile (or yard) on Super Bowl Monday. While Super Bowl Monday hasn’t quite reached national holiday status, […]

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From Parental to Bereavement: The Latest Paid Leave Policy Trends

Anne Patterson

30 Jan 202430 Jan 2024

A new survey report from the International Foundation reveals current paid leave trends in workplaces throughout the U.S. The Paid Leave in the Workplace 2024 Survey Report provides a glimpse into what organizations are offering for vacation, sick leave, parental leave and […]

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Six Benefit Trends Making Our List for 2023

Anne Patterson

20 Dec 202320 Dec 2023

It’s THAT time of year, and the Talking Benefits pod squad is keeping up with our annual tradition of reviewing the top benefit trends of the year. We identified six big benefits trends that shaped our industry in 2023, and they are […]

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Five Steps to Nurture Belonging in the Workplace

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19 Sep 202303 Oct 2023

Benefits Magazine Extras articles provide you with bonus content on a mix of benefits topics as well as deep dives and analyses on the latest benefit trends and compliance issues. Visit ifebp.org/benefitsmagazine to see the latest Benefits Magazine Extras as well as the bimonthly print […]

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New Data Released on Four-Day Workweeks

Cara McMullin

06 Sep 202306 Sep 2023

A new survey report from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans reveals the flexible work arrangements offered by companies across the United States. Key findings from Four-Day Workweek: 2023 Survey Results include the type of non-traditional schedules offered, and reasons for and challenges of […]

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Remote Work and Global Mobility: Top Four Employer Considerations

Amanda Wilke, CEBS

25 Aug 202325 Aug 2023

Employers today are dealing with labor and retention challenges like never before, including an increasing demand for flexible work from employees. In response, some employers have opted to create remote work arrangements allowing employees to reside and work from a country separate […]

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The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What Plan Sponsors Need to Know

Anne Patterson

03 Jul 202303 Jul 2023

Last week, a new U.S. law took effect requiring fair accommodations for pregnant Americans. My ears perked up not only as an employee benefits enthusiast but because I’m about to welcome my second child next month and am on high alert for […]

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The Four-Day Workweek—A Real Option for Employers or Hype? Three Takeaways

Anne Newhouse, CEBS

27 Jun 202327 Jun 2023

A four-day workweek is not a new concept as employers have been using alternative work schedules in various ways for decades. In the past several years, employers have taken a fresh look at enhancing workplace flexibility and work-life balance. Given this renewed […]