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Everything HR Teams Need To Know About Coronavirus

Posted by: Bill Olson Mar 19, 2020 5:45:00 AM

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic continues to outbreak across the globe, the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has been regularly releasing new updates and developments, along with best practices and instructions for businesses to help prevent the further spread of the disease. Please note that these may change as international health groups like the World Health Organization (WHO) continue to monitor the virus’ progress. Always refer to the CDC’s website for the latest developments.

Topics: HR Elements, Work Remotely, Work From Home, Coronavirus, Social Distancing

Take Control Of Your Commute

Posted by: Bill Olson Mar 5, 2020 6:30:00 AM

It’s a staple of office small talk, one of the first things we check when considering a new job, and a necessary evil for an overwhelming majority of American workers: the commute. While more and more companies are offering remote positions and flexible work-from-home options, the U.S. Census Bureau recently announced that the average commute is still hovering around 25 minutes. The fact that this hasn’t decreased significantly with the rise of telework tells us that while more Americans are working from home, more are also hunkering down for longer trips to and from the office.

Topics: wellness, workplace culture, commute, flexibility in the workplace, Work Remotely, Work From Home

Millennials and Gen Z will Drive Employee Perks in 2020

Posted by: Krys Reid Oct 1, 2019 7:27:00 AM

When we hire younger employees and then worry about retaining them, it is pretty evident these days that perks could make or break your results. Competing during a talent shortage changes the game and requires employers to understand the benefits that are important to these generations. We all know that salary is not the primary reason for leaving a job.

Topics: UBA Partner Firm, employee perks, Millennials in the Workforce, Work Remotely

Expansion of the Remote Workforce

Posted by: Bill Olson Sep 19, 2019 8:45:00 AM

Laptop on, loafers off.

According to one Cision study, more than 50% of the working works from home at least half of the week. Remote work is exploding in popularity, expanding by 91% over the last ten years and 159% over the last 12 years.

Topics: employee benefits, productivity, HR Elements, Work Remotely, Work From Home