 | He said, she said: Gender communications at the officeWith all that has been written and discussed about gender communications, some things stay the same even in the 21st century. Gender bias and miscommunication still exists. Most everyone works with colleagues across the gender boundary. Effective communication between genders in the workplace can lead to improved employee satisfaction and relations, reduced legal risks and increased productivity. |
Paperless solutions: Going green can save greenbacks
In the course of one year, an office worker can use 10,000 sheets of copier paper. North American businesses generate approximately 1 trillion new pieces of paper each year. The real dollars associated with paper costs and the more hidden environmental expense are driving businesses to take a leadership role in the development and use of more environmentally friendly technologies. And while the business use of digital tools and services is good for the environment, it is also good for the bottom line.
Economic stimulus plan: The check is in the mail
The economy is on the brink of a recession triggered by the subprime mortgage market meltdown. Congress recently passed a $163 billion economic stimulus plan. The goal is to give the country a little extra spending money to pump up the lagging economy. Starting in May 2008, most individuals will receive a $600 tax rebate check and most married couples will receive $1,200 from the U.S. Treasury. So, now all that is left to do is sit back and wait for the checks to come rolling in, right? Not so fast.
Worksites are the work horses of preventative health programs
In a 2006 survey, the Business Roundtable reported health care was by far the greatest cost concern for companies. In fact, it led the cost concern pack at 43 percent with the cost of litigation following at a distant second. With that business concern in mind, we interviewed Dr. Steven Aldana, a national expert on healthy lifestyles and the author of more than 60 scientific papers and seven books including the bestselling book, The Culprit and The Cure. We asked him questions on one of America's top challenges: health and chronic disease.
Ceridian provides antidote for COBRA's regulatory bite
While COBRA pertains to employees who are terminated or workforce reduced from their company, administrators must remember that it also applies to many other situations for employees and their eligible dependents. Understanding the complex components of COBRA can be a tough assignment. One seemingly minor oversight in COBRA administration can cost companies thousands of dollars, not to mention a loss of trust in the employer. To ensure compliance, many companies turn to outside administrators who specialize in COBRA.
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