Ever log into work for the morning just wishing that your day could be derailed by a frantic email about some discrepancy in your leave of absence spreadsheet? Sure, you had hopes and dreams of developing that employee retention program that’s supposed to kick off next quarter, but instead, your day is destined to be… Continue reading Exploring the Benefits of Automated Leave Management
So your HR client calls you up frantic, frazzled, fed up and potentially using some other words that start with the letter “f” we aren’t allowed to say in this blog. They’ve been burdened for far too long with a clunky, manual, compliance-risk-riddled approach to managing all of their leaves of absence (LOAs) and are… Continue reading How Benefits Brokers Can Help Their Clients Manage All Types of Leave
In the realm of workforce diversity and inclusivity, the imperative to ensure equitable opportunities for individuals with disabilities looms larger by the day. At the heart of this mission stands the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a pivotal legislation that, for the uninitiated, stands firm against discrimination toward individuals with disabilities. It also compels employers… Continue reading Understanding Your HR Client’s ADA Accommodation Responsibilities
As a benefits broker, you’re charged with the undeniably complex task of guiding your HR clients through the ever-changing world of employee benefits. Of particular concern for your clients within that realm is effectively managing the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) for their organization. FMLA is a federal law that allows eligible employees to… Continue reading Choosing the Perfect FMLA Administrator: A Guide for Benefits Brokers
On April 8, 2012, on Oklahoma City NBC affiliate KFOR-TV, Kimberly “Sweet Brown” Wilkins said one sentence that resonated so deeply with HR and People Ops teams around the country that in one fell swoop they finally felt someone understood them. “Aint nobody got time for that,” the rallying cry of overworked People pros far… Continue reading Why Most Teams Aren’t Equipped to Manage All Types of Leaves Effectively
Parental Leave (n): The magical moment when businesses realize that babies are born, and that employees need to spend time recovering (physically and emotionally) and to bond with them. Of course, the definition of parental leave is a little more complicated than that. Your company policy might have different requirements for birthing and non-birthing parents,… Continue reading Beyond Parental Leave: Unraveling the Complexities of Different Types of Leaves
It’s unclear if Queen was talking to People Ops leaders of the future when they sang, “I want it all, I want it all, I want it all, and I want it now,” but it sure does sound like someone frustrated from endlessly searching for an efficient way to effectively manage all types of employee… Continue reading How Today’s Leaders Effectively Manage All Types of Employee Leave
As organizations seek to streamline operations, reduce turnover, and drive productivity, more and more are finding the value in offering comprehensive leave policies that provide their employee population with support in a way that matters to them. Effective leave policies, after all, only work if both your business objectives are met and employees feel like… Continue reading 14 Essential Types of Employee Leave for Modern Companies
Like a good New England Clam Chowder or your stance on pronouncing “caramel,” consistency is key when administering your leave of absence benefits to employees, and for several reasons. Off the top, it ensures fairness and equity among employees, which we can all agree is unambiguously important. By consistently applying your policies, employees can trust… Continue reading The Easiest Way To Administer Your Leave of Absence Benefits Consistently
While the term “crafting” is often used when conjuring up side hustle projects to sell on Pinterest, when it comes to comprehensive leave of absence policies, your ability to craft is going to rely a lot more on your understanding of leave laws, industry trends, and inclusivity than your skills with a glue gun. When… Continue reading Best Practices for Crafting Comprehensive Leave of Absence Policies
