Around the same time you were pondering a resolution to eat better in the new year, IBM was patenting an idea that might make that easier. Long known for … Read more
Generous Benefits? Costco CEO Says They Are “Just Good Business”
In a day and age when all-too-many companies seem to be focused on how much they can cut out of what employees are getting, Costco Wholesale is a notable … Read more
Use It or Lose It: 5 Things Employees Can Still Do With FSA’s This Year
As the year comes to a close, many people are decorating their homes for the holidays and stocking up their pantries for company. But others who have … Read more
The Latest Internet Statistics: Health is a Top Search Subject
The latest Internet statistics are out and one thing is clear: People want to find health information online. The statistics, from the Pew Internet study … Read more
New Regulations May Spur Big Changes to Employee Health Premiums
It used to be that health insurance premiums were pretty straightforward – varying only by family size and type of plan. But that may be changing, … Read more
Weekly Wrap: Why Do Middle Managers Resist Flex-Work for Employees?
If you’re one of those people who keep close watch on the changing trends in the workforce, you might think that flexible schedules and working … Read more
Labor Dept. Delays Summary of Health Care Benefits and Requirements
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced that the Summary of Benefits Coverage (SBC) will not be required by March 23, 2012, as originally stated in … Read more
How Are You Handling Smoking Cessation in Your Workplace?
This being the month of the Great American Smokeout, I’m focused on tobacco cessation. The bottom line seems to be this: the public supports tobacco-free … Read more
Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Challenge to Health Care Mandate
As predicted, the U.S. Supreme Court today agreed to hear a challenge to the health-care overhaul act passed in 2010, “with a decision on President … Read more
$50K to Stay With a Job For 5 Years? It Might Not Be As Crazy As It Sounds
Companies are always looking for the latest way to retain employees. How about a $50,000 bonus for employees after they’ve been with your … Read more