12 Ways HR Can Calm Fears about ChatGPT and AI Replacing Humans | PA Benefits Team

Artificial intelligence (AI) is creating a swirling sense of anxiety, depression, excitement, and joy all at once. Many people want to use AI to make their work easier, to become more efficient. However, they are also fearful that the robots may replace them.  Human Resources professionals have an obligation to prepare the workforce for a future in … Continued

Retention Ideas in a Recession | PA Employee Benefits Group

Employee engagement is the top priority of respondents to HR Exchange Network’s latest State of HR survey. Obviously, employers are keen to engage employees to increase productivity and retention. However, the economic downturn and inflation is complicating matters, and Human Resources leaders are seeking new ways to reach talent. Recently, Eric Mochnacz, strategic senior HR leader and Director … Continued

5 HR Trends in Recruiting and Talent Acquisition During Layoffs | PA Benefits Group

As businesses big and small struggle with high inflation and an economic downturn that may turn into a recession, recruiting and talent acquisition often gets pushed aside. Human Resources leaders are doing more with less and trying to handle the additional stresses of the times. As a result, strategizing for the future – when the economy may … Continued

4 Employee Handbook Policies to Watch in 2023 | PA Benefits Team

There aren’t rules for how frequently you should update your handbook, but given laws do change, it’s smart to be proactive so you don’t get caught off guard. An updated employee handbook helps employees understand what’s expected of them, and helps managers ensure company policies are followed. We’ve identified four reasons to revisit your employee … Continued

10 HR Trends for 2023 | Pennsylvania Benefits Group

The new year is on the horizon, and everyone is predicting what 2023 HR trends to anticipate. Recently, HR Exchange Network posted a question on Terkel.io to discover what Human Resources and business leaders will be navigating, challenging, and experiencing in the year ahead. Here are the answers: Bring It with Gamification “Gamification is one of the … Continued

Quiet Quitting: Employee Engagement Issues in Disguise | PA Benefits Group

The term “quiet quitting” swept the corporate world this summer, leading to debates over what it meant and if it mattered. Quiet quitting is described as employees performing the basic requirements of their jobs and nothing more. A lack of engagement or psychological detachment is at the root of this trend. In a recent SHRM … Continued

Emotional Compensation: An Employee Engagement and Retention Tool | Pennsylvania Benefits Agents

First came the pandemic, which was followed by The Great Resignation and the labor shortage, and now quiet quitting. Employers are challenged to attract and retain employees among all these upheavals, keep them engaged, and maintain a psychologically safe work environment. Higher wages, hiring bonuses, increased benefits packages all sound like possible solutions. If your current retention strategy is not having … Continued

Workplace Culture: Bringing Purpose to Your People | PA Employee Benefits Agency

Your individual purpose is a driving force that brings value to your life. It may influence your decisions and motivate you in certain situations. McKinsey research shows that 70% of employees believe their jobs express their individual purpose. This is good news because employees with a clear purpose are happier, healthier, and stay at their … Continued

Medicare Part D Notices Due Oct. 15 | PA Employee Benefits

Are you an employer that offers or provides group health coverage to your workers? Does your health plan cover outpatient prescription drugs — either as a medical claim or through a card system? If so, be sure to distribute your plan’s Medicare Part D notice before October 15. Purpose Medicare began offering “Part D” plans … Continued

 

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