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Four Employee Benefits to Pack for College

Staff

03 Sep 202022 Sep 2020

College move-in is more challenging this year than ever before. Health concerns have risen to the top of the list of worries for parents taking kids to campus this fall in the midst of a pandemic. Now is the time to expand […]

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Repackaging Existing Resources Could Increase Usage of Employee Assistance Programs

Robbie Hartman, CEBS

06 Aug 202022 Sep 2020

When the children of your employees go away to school for the first time, even under ordinary circumstances, it can be tough on the parent, the child—and the employer. With the COVID-19 pandemic and the additional uncertainty surrounding school and work, these […]

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Going Virtual for Open Enrollment

Anne Patterson

28 May 202022 Sep 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has forced organizations across the country to get creative with events that traditionally have been held face-to-face—going virtual for everything from employee reviews and all-staff meetings to fitness challenges and trivia lunches. Open enrollment is no exception. On the […]

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The Questions Employees Are Asking During COVID-19

rebeccae

15 May 202015 May 2020

COVID-19 has been a huge disruptor to daily life. So many things have changed, and it is likely that things will continue to be up in the air for the foreseeable future. As a result of the evolving situation, employees and plan […]

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Virtual Internships—A Pandemic Opportunity

SandyT

07 May 202007 May 2020

“Normal” work operations have been significantly affected by COVID-19, prompting companies to rethink how they approach most aspects of their business. Many companies are typically preparing for their summer internship programs this time of the year. University students are hired for the summer […]

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5 Tips to Keep Working-From-Home Employees Connected During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Staff

14 Apr 202003 Nov 2020

The coronavirus outbreak has caused entire organizations to shift from in-person office environments to completely virtual workplaces. Adjusting to working from home—and making the change during a global health crisis—has been stressful for both employers and employees. As we settle into this […]

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COVID-19: Don’t Forget Your EAP

Julie Stich, CEBS

26 Mar 202022 Sep 2020

Listen to this content here. Self-quarantine. Shelter in place. Safe at home. Social distancing. Asymptomatic carrier. Novel coronavirus. New phrases that have become an everyday part of our lexicon. We’re standing at least six feet away from people. Working virtually. Avoiding face-to-face […]

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Tips for Working From Home During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Anne Newhouse

23 Mar 202022 Sep 2020

While some people have been working from home for months or even years, many of us are new to the experience, including myself. COVID-19 has created an imminent need for telecommuting so that businesses can remain open and productive. If working from home […]

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Coronavirus in the Workplace: Regulatory Considerations for U.S. Employers

Kathy Bergstrom, CEBS

20 Mar 202022 Sep 2020

Do your coronavirus policies and practices comply with federal laws covering the workplace and employee benefits? During their March 18 webcast, “Coronavirus in the Workplace: U.S. Regulatory Considerations,” Carrie B. Cherveny, Esq. senior vice president of strategic client solutions at HUB International, […]

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Steps to Reduce Workers’ Risk of COVID-19 Exposure

Guest Contributor

17 Mar 202019 Mar 2020

To assist employers in continuing to plan for and respond to COVID-19, the Department of Labor (DOL) has issued guidance on COVID-19 and OSHA. <1> With respect to COVID-19, employer obligations start with OSHA’s general duty clause, which requires employers to provide […]