Pros and Cons of Hiring Over the Holidays
Posted: November 13, 2021
Is the holiday season a good time to recruit and hire new staff? The verdict is still out on that question. While some people support the idea of a holiday hiring freeze, others believe it is purely a myth. The truth is there are both advantages and disadvantages to end-of-year hiring. What Are the Pros of Holiday Hiring? Proponents of hiring over the holidays believe...
How to Overcome Overeating During Holiday Celebrations
Posted: November 10, 2021
The holidays seem to consist of one large meal or party after another. First, there’s the Thanksgiving feast, with turkey, stuffing, gravy, and pumpkin pie. Then comes a parade of holiday parties, delicious desserts, Christmas ham, goose, or beef, fabulous breads, and, of course, eggnog. Traditionally, the holidays are a time to indulge and celebrate with friends and family. It can be very tempting to...
Employer-Provided Life Insurance: What You Need to Know
Posted: November 7, 2021
Life insurance is a popular feature of employee benefits packages. Many employers provide basic group life free of charge to their employees. More Americans have workplace plans than individual life insurance plans, as reported in a NerdWallet article. If your employer offers free or low-cost basic group life, there is no reason not to accept it. Enrollment is automatic in some cases. Although it is a...
Should Your Business Offer an HRA or HSA?
Posted: October 28, 2021
HRAs and HSAs are two very popular, tax-advantaged healthcare savings plans. These plans differ in several ways, including who is eligible to participate, where contributions come from, and what kind of health plans can be combined with them. Before deciding which one is better for your company, it is important to understand what these plans are, what benefits they provide, and the key differences between...
6 Habits That Support Strong Mental Health
Posted: October 25, 2021
Maintaining good mental health has become more challenging in recent times, with the global pandemic and other factors contributing to stress and anxiety. It is more important now than ever to develop healthy habits to improve your mood and help keep stress at bay. Cultivating the following habits will benefit not only your mental health, but your physical health, as well. Get Regular Exercise This...