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SHRM's HR Daily March 19, 2024       You’re just getting started. Access compliance alerts, tools and more. JOIN NOW     Your SHRM24 Entertainers: Jay Leno & Kelly Clarkson   After two and a half days of professional development, you'll deserve a night of fun with your peers. Don't miss this chance to see these entertainment icons live at the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024 (SHRM24), June 23-26 in Chicago. Register today. Add on an additional entertainment ticket for a friend!     Giving Employees Harsh Reviews with Empathy Can you turn tough conversations into opportunities for growth? Lead with compassion and build trust and strong relationships now so that when a harsh review is necessary, it will go more smoothly.     State of 'Permacrisis' Taking a Hit on Employees' Mental Health Even though benefits satisfaction has kicked up over the past year, MetLife's annual U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study underscores an "urgent need" for employers to acknowledge employee challenges and revisit benefits.   Advertisement     People first, employees second Creating a more human workplace experience means meeting four core needs of your employees. Read how ADP's HR outsourcing can help you create and maintain an employee journey that builds loyalty and keeps workers invested. Read this short article     MORE FROM SHRM ONLINE     Members-Only HR Q&A: Are Workplace Sports-Betting Pools Illegal?  Though common during major sporting events like March Madness, gambling in the workplace can actually violate several laws—though these laws are typically not enforced. SHRM members can find out more about the risks of office betting pools in this HR Q&A. Gain access to members-only content when you join SHRM.     The North Face Offers Discount to UK Customers Who Complete Inclusion Course The apparel and sporting goods retailer is offering a 20-percent discount to United Kingdom shoppers who complete its new "racial inclusion and allyship" online training course. Is this a good idea? Workplace experts weigh in.   Advertisement     Modern 401(k) trusted by 47,000+ businesses Upgrade your retirement benefit with an all-in-one 401(k) your team will love. With payroll integrations, intuitive dashboards, and a mobile app, Guideline makes it easy to set up and manage 401(k) plans. Learn more     Is US Ready for 32-Hour Workweek? Senate Hearing Weighs Pros, Cons The pros and cons of the U.S. adopting a 32-hour workweek by amending the Fair Labor Standards Act were weighed during a senate hearing March 14 in Washington, D.C. The last time the standard workweek was amended was 84 years ago.     ETIAS Delayed to 2025 The European Travel Information and Authorization System, known as ETIAS, was originally scheduled to launch in 2022 but has been postponed multiple times. The most recent change pushes the launch from 2024 to 2025.   Advertisement     Discover Top HRIS/Payroll Solutions Tailored for Your Business Don't let the search for the perfect HRIS/payroll system overwhelm you. Allow the seasoned HR professionals at SSR to streamline the process by providing a curated list of top HR systems based on your needs – absolutely for free! No fees, no commitments, just great insight from people who truly understand these tools. Over 15,000 companies have already found their perfect HR systems through us. Get your free HR Software list     SHRM WEBCASTS COMING SOON     Voluntary Benefits: A Big Bang for Small but Mighty HR March 20, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Colonial Life Voluntary benefits allow smaller employers to provide personalized financial protection plans without incurring additional costs or workload. During this webcast, experts from Eastbridge and Colonial Life will explore the latest trends in voluntary benefits and offer insights on optimizing these programs for employee welfare and business profitability.     Claims Payment Integrity: Chipping Away at Your Workforce Health Care Spend March 27, 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Sponsor: Aetna Addressing the challenge of rising health care costs while fulfilling employee benefit needs, plan sponsors are guided toward claims payment integrity as a critical yet often overlooked avenue for savings. This webcast will emphasize the essential role of claims payment integrity in managing health care expenses, detailing strategies before, during and after claims processing to enhance transparency.     A Behavioral Approach to Neuro-Inclusivity in the Workplace March 28, noon ET / 9 a.m. PT Sponsor: Rethink Care Our actions, rather than just awareness of neurodiversity, are crucial in molding both workplace culture and interpersonal relationships. Participants will gain insights into neuro-inclusivity, the limitations of unconscious bias training, how adopting new behaviors can naturally alter perceptions and thinking, and how to implement these behaviors in the workplace.     Win the CFO's Heart: Unleashing Value-Driven Strategies for Health Care Cost Containment April 4, 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT Sponsor: Alight Amid the pressures of burnout, anxiety and economic challenges, employees are finding it harder to stay committed to their health journeys. Value-driven strategies can control costs and help employees meet their care goals. Learn about health and productivity trade-offs from a pediatric specialist and cost-saving strategies from Alight's experts, providing a practical road map for implementing value-driven health care.     Workforce State of Mind: 2024 Mental Health Insights & Trends April 11, 12:30 p.m. ET / 9:30 a.m. PT Sponsor: Headspace Work-related stress impacts employees' physical health, family care and personal relationships, highlighting the need for companies to improve mental health support. Create a more optimistic and mentally resilient workplace using the trends and data analyzed in Headspace's sixth annual Workforce State of Mind Report. Attendees will learn about the effects of work stress on well-being, the importance of interpersonal relationships at work, and will be provided with actionable strategies to enhance workplace culture and mental health support.     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. Human Resources Specialist - The Morgan Library & Museum - New York City (Hybrid)     EXPRESS REQUEST     Accommodating Requests for Leave for Religious Observances Employers must reasonably accommodate employees' sincerely held religious beliefs or practices unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the employer. With major religious holidays approaching, it's time to refresh religious accommodations knowledge. Time off is a common accommodation. Visit SHRM's Leave for Religious Observances Express Request.     USEFUL LINKS   Whether you're looking to further your career, get that promotion or solidify your management skills, the SHRM PMQ can get you there. The SHRM Executive Network is an unparalleled community tailored to top-level HR leaders. Apply now. From Artificial Intelligence to Human Intelligence: A once in a generation opportunity to revolutionize HR with AI. Read now!     FEATURED WHITE PAPERS   New for 2024: Software Advice's HR Software Pricing Guide   OFFERED BY:  Software Advice   Make sure you're prepared for 2024 by knowing what to budget for human resource software. This guide from Software Advice breaks down upfront, subscription and hidden costs, plus answers other questions you've been wondering about.   READ MORE   Pricing for Popular Learning Management Systems   OFFERED BY:  Software Advice   In this report, we'll offer detailed insight into the five LMS products with the most Software Advice user reviews. We'll also share pricing details for each so you can make the best decision for your budget.   READ MORE     Access more content and insights from SHRM's White Paper Library.       Connect with us on social!              1800 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 USA Contact Us | shrm.org This email was sent to manojdole1.Architectural@blogger.com. This email may contain advertisements. Unsubscribe or Change Email Preferences | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy © 2024 SHRM. All rights reserved.