How benefits brokers put people first
It’s easy to fall into the trap of complacency and routine when it comes to our daily tasks, says Jessica Galardini, president and COO at JRG Advisors. For benefits brokers, it should be all about helping people. Here’s what employers should look for in the most successful benefits brokers.
Embracing diversity; finding common denominators
Fragmentation within organizations creates a tribal us vs. them culture. Yet strong leaders can bring teams closer and ensure long-term success by embracing the unique qualities of individuals.
Sales tax implications for sellers in the Amazon Marketplace
Some 2 million sellers are reportedly using Amazon Marketplace today, a 50 percent increase over the past two years. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the sales tax implications. Here’s what you need to know about keeping up with tax obligations as a seller on Amazon Marketplace, according to Jeff Mallory, tax partner at Clarus Partners.
An A to Z overview of 401(k) plan sponsorship
As both a primary vehicle for retirement savings and a key component to a company’s benefits package, 401(k) plans have their challenges. Debra Pitschman, a partner at Case | Sabatini, shares major considerations for companies as they choose, institute and manage a 401(k) plan.
Dress for Success Columbus gains a new understanding of its clients and donors
Dress for Success Columbus, celebrating its 10-year anniversary, has been on quite a journey. Most recently, it has gained new understanding of its clients and donors.
Without the three Cs, you don’t really have a team
Here are some thoughts on how you can build the cohesion within your company.
Employee health and organizational health are intertwined
UPMC Health Plan’s Health and Productivity Performance Index (HaPPI) can help employers understand what environmental and cultural factors within the workplace support employee health and well-being, and organizational success. Stephen T. Doyle explains how.
Parents are the obstacle to manufacturing careers
When talking about manufacturing careers, I hear again and again that a major obstacle to addressing this gap is parental resistance to encouraging children — including their daughters — to consider careers in manufacturing.
Your brilliant colleagues
Today’s fast-paced work environments, and the complex, dynamic systems and policies that influence them, require an increased level of appreciation for the value of the interdisciplinary team.
Doing well is multiplied by doing good
It’s important for business leaders to move their philanthropy beyond writing a check or sitting on a board. Make a commitment to service, donating money, time and talent.