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The significance of women’s health is increasingly acknowledged in the modern workplace

Workplace Insight

Women, on average, outlive men but, as reported by the World Economic Forum ( WEF , 2024), spend approximately 25 percent of their lives in poor health. According to the WEF, addressing the disparities in women’s health could dramatically reduce this statistic, enhancing the lives of billions globally.

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Young people should be the main focus of mental health efforts

Workplace Insight

And the economic consequences are greatest for those whose poor mental health comes alongside poor educational outcomes, with one-in-three young non-graduates with a CMD currently workless, according to new Resolution Foundation research. But the economic consequences of poor mental health are far starker for those who don’t go to university.

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Gen Z Will Rise as a New Powerhouse in 2024

Allwork

Then, Generation X (Gen X) had a small period from 2012 to 2018 when they were the largest participating generation. This trend could contribute to a rise in employees placing greater value on direct monetary compensation over traditional benefits like health insurance or retirement plans.

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“Take Your Dog To Work Day”: How Fido Can Help Companies Retain Employees

Allwork

The Future of Work: Dog-Friendly Companies” indicates that pet-friendly policies may be key to attracting and retaining top talent. . Nearly three-quarters of pet parents feel more loyal to companies with pet-friendly policies. 74% of pet parents feel more loyal to companies with pet-friendly policies . Study highlights: .

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Half of work related illness is down to stress, depression or anxiety

Workplace Insight

Nearly two million workers in Great Britain reported suffering from work-related ill health in 2022/23, according the latest annual statistical report from the UK’s Health and Safety Executive. million working days were lost in 2022/23 due to self-reported work-related ill health or injury. The statistics reveal that 1.8

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The Shift to Defined Contribution Health Care Plans

Small Business Labs

Like the defined benefit pension plan before it, the defined benefit health plan seems likely to be replaced by most employers with defined contribution plans.   A similar shift is happening with health care plans. These firms are providing their employees a health care stipend and access to private health care exchanges.

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Leaders: Align Work-Life Promise with Work-Life Reality—Here’s Where to Start

Success

According to 2018 research conducted by Censuswide on behalf of LinkedIn, 70% of candidates would pass on what sounded like a cushy job offer if they had to work in a toxic environment. For instance, perhaps you instituted an unlimited vacation policy. Culture matters to job seekers and employees now more than ever.

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