Year-End Bonuses Fell in 2023, Unionization Rates Hold Steady, Hyper-Personalization Best Practices, more

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SHRM's HR Daily Jan. 29, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Year-End Bonuses Fell in 2023 The stabilization of the labor market in 2023 coupled with employers feeling the squeeze of inflation resulted in smaller bonuses for most employees, according to new data.     Unionization Rates Hold Steady, Despite Highly Publicized Drives U.S. union membership rates dipped slightly last year despite some high-profile strikes and increased union drives.   Advertisement     Caregiver Mental Health Support: A Win-Win for All Many of your employees are likely caregivers and it's taking a toll on their mental health. Discover the impact of caregiving on employees and the importance of employer support.  Download Whitepaper     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     Hyper-Personalization Best Practices and Misses  Organizations and their HR leaders can use technology to personalize many aspects of the employee experience—from learning and development to benefits allocation and work hours. Hyper-personalization can offer big payoffs, but it can also result in missteps.     Court Finds Ban on Guns in Post Offices Unconstitutional Postal workers and the general public can bring guns into post offices and other government buildings, according to a recent ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. Private employers don't have to allow guns on their property, though laws differ among the states.   Advertisement     Get a List of the Best HRIS Systems for your Company Finding a new HRIS/payroll solution for your company doesn't have to be a pain. Let the experts at Matchr do the heavy lifting for you! Just tell us what you need, and we'll send you a customized shortlist of the best systems on the market. It's simple - and best of all, free! Join the thousands of HR pros who've trusted Matchr to simplify their system searches for the past 11 years! Get Your Free List Now     EEOC Cracks Down on Transgender Harassment A New York-based pizzeria and bar recently settled a lawsuit with the federal government for the alleged harassment of a transgender employee. Here are some ways HR can ensure their workplaces are free from unlawful discrimination.     Prepare for Regulations as HR Embraces AI Artificial intelligence technology can be used to streamline workplace processes, handle remedial work and even help tackle some complicated tasks, but lawmakers are concerned that these innovative solutions may create privacy issues and lead to biased decision-making.     California Employers Must Post Summary of Work-Related Injuries Companies in California are required to post their annual summary of work-related injuries and illnesses in a visible and easily accessible area at every worksite from Feb. 1 through April 30.     Advertisement   Vietnam: Requirements to Hire Foreign Employees Amended There have been significant changes to Vietnam's regulations governing work permits and work permit exemption certification.     SHRM WEBCASTS     SHRM's Mental Health Outlook: Evolving Your Mental Health Strategy in 2024 Jan. 30, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Calm Business In this webcast, SHRM President and Chief Executive Officer Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, and Calm CEO David Ko delve into Calm's 2024 Voice of the Workplace Report: Global Mental Health Trends for HR Leaders and Executives, offering a stark reality check on the state of mental health in today's professional landscape. This webcast will aim to ignite change, challenge perceptions and pave the way for a more mentally resilient and supportive workplace culture where mental health is prioritized, stigma is dismantled and well-being is a shared responsibility.     How I Built My Benefits Strategy: The Missing Data Driving Real-World Change Feb. 5, 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT Sponsor: SureCo The old way of doing employee health benefits isn't working in today's rapidly changing professional landscape. Over one-third of employers surveyed say they will need to change their health benefits program next year. During this webcast, SureCo will unveil never-before-seen insights that HR and business leaders can use to transform their 2024 employee health benefits strategy and stay ahead of the competition—all while containing costs. You'll hear from business and HR leaders who have successfully transitioned their companies away from the traditional group model and embraced the flexibility that an individual coverage health reimbursement arrangement (ICHRA) provides.     2024 Trends: 5 HR Priorities You Need to Know Feb. 6, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Paycom What should be the biggest items on your HR radar for 2024? Join this webcast to learn about what's weighing most on the minds of HR professionals. Drawing on the results of a September 2023 survey, you'll see what topics stood out as HR priorities. One thousand U.S. professionals weighed in about the HR technology trends, strategies and goals that were occupying their focus. Their responses offer an actionable map of the industry's ever-changing landscape. For organizations large and small across nearly every industry, this is a must-see webinar to kick off 2024.     Unlocking Employee Total Health in 2024 Feb. 21, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Humana As the workplace evolves, employee expectations regarding benefits are also transforming, necessitating a re-evaluation of what employees seek and how their needs can be prioritized. This discussion will feature insights from Jim Link, chief human resources officer at SHRM, and Hayley Doran and Patrick Casten of Humana, focusing on attracting and retaining top talent through essential benefits. This webcast will explore the changing landscape of employee benefits and expectations, emphasizing the role of key benefits in promoting overall wellness in 2024. It will also delve into how financial preparedness affects employee productivity and mental health, and the importance of life insurance in providing financial security and peace of mind for employees and their families.     View the complete schedule of SHRM webcasts.     HR JOB OF THE DAY   Need to hire highly qualified HR candidates or looking to move your own HR career forward? SHRM HR Jobs can help you reach your goals by connecting top employers with premier HR professionals. Now more user-friendly and with new features, including the ability to filter candidates by SHRM credentials. Visit SHRM HR Jobs to learn more. HR Administrative Coordinator - Inland Group of Companies - Manchester, N.H. (Hybrid)     USEFUL LINKS   Join us at the SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2024 from April 14 to 17 in Las Vegas and virtually. SHRM Enterprise Solutions: Unlock your organization's full potential with tailored, human-centric solutions designed to support the complex needs of your business. 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