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How to support and understand veteran employees as they enter the civilian workforce

HR Brew

She started ROTCs at 17 then enlisted for active duty in the Army, spending 10 years in service before retiring and joining the civilian workforce in 2022. When hiring veterans, companies should also be aware that they may experience learning curves, with everything from business terminology to healthcare benefits.

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Hotel Workers Strike Disrupts Major Cities Nationwide in 2024

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Benefits : Enhanced healthcare and retirement benefits are a priority. Workers are demanding higher wages, better healthcare benefits, safer working environments, and more job security. Contract Disputes The main points of contention include: Wages : Workers seek higher pay to match rising living costs.

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The Other Elephant in the Room: Most Jobs Suck

The Bamboo Project Blog

And healthcare benefits and retirement fund costs are being shifted onto workers, contributing to the erosion of their wages. Assuming, of course, that they have healthcare or retirement benefits available to them at all. .

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6 common PEO myths debunked

Insperity

developing an employee handbook or healthcare benefits administration). With a PEO, your staff gains access to employee benefits that rival that of a Fortune 500 company — including health insurance plans, retirement and other benefit plans. In fact, the opposite is likely true.

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SHRM 2024 Employee Benefits Survey Overview: A Look at What’s on the Horizon

Extensis

Health-related benefits remain on top When employees think of benefits, focusing on their health remains the priority. According to this year’s survey, 88% of employees consider healthcare benefits “very important” or “extremely important.” of the total U.S. Often, updates are rolled out over a period of time.

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Improving Health Literacy Boosts Employee Benefits Experience & Well-Being

Netchex HR Blog

Like a car owner’s manual in the glovebox, it’s okay if the majority of healthcare paperwork gets filed away for emergencies. Severe health issues can lead to early retirement and long periods of absence. Know your employees’ wants and needs Does your staff worry about the healthcare needs of dependents?

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Is Now the Time to Update Your Wellness Benefits?

Best Money Moves

Additionally, retirement plan coverage for smaller businesses (under 100 employees) may reach parity with larger companies. These changes signify an encouraging shift toward more inclusive financial benefits. Leverage Partnerships: Deliver easy-to-use tools, such as budgeting apps, coaching services, and retirement planning resources.