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Figure out how much you’re worth

12/01/2003
Issue: The recent slow growth in HR pay hikes picked up speed in 2003. Benefit: Stronger pay growth nationwide gives you more bargaining power in your shop … or on …

Credit union membership: a no-cost employee benefit

12/01/2003
Issue: Offering membership in a credit union as an employee benefit is now easier than ever. Benefits: Employees gain access to low-cost financial services. And you have a new, no-cost …

Build a peer network you can tap for expertise

12/01/2003
Issue: HR’s uniqueness makes it difficult to tap others within your organization for brainstorming, problem-solving, etc. Benefits: Joining or forming a network of HR pros can give you valuable sounding …

No need to rush and upgrade to Office 2003

12/01/2003
The reviews are in. Here’s the verdict: Upgrade to Microsoft’s new Office 2003 version only if you handle large volumes of e-mail, use a network and plan to install Microsoft’s server …

Not every government e-mail is public record

11/01/2003
A Florida newspaper requested copies of all e-mails sent and received by two city workers. The city gave up only e-mail related to their government work. The newspaper sued to obtain …

Focus safety efforts on new hires; they’re more injury-prone

11/01/2003
Hammer home safety rules to new hires before they start. Don’t expect on-the-job experience to teach them the safety ropes.
Reason: New employees suffer the most says a new study …

Enlist employees’ help to win the health-cost battle

11/01/2003
Issue: Strong communication with employees is a vital part of controlling health care insurance costs.
Benefit: Employees who understand the forces driving up their premiums are more likely to play …

Start shopping around for cheaper life insurance

11/01/2003
If your organization offers life insurance benefits, now’s the time to start looking into new vendors. Reason: Premiums could decline up to 30 percent nationwide over the next few years, according …

Your ability to block e-mail from angry ex-employees just got harder

10/01/2003
Warning: Your former workers just got the OK to blitz your employees at work with e-mails, including those that criticize your employment practices, thanks to a much-anticipated ruling from the California …

Self-service benefits management: Find the best vendor

10/01/2003
Issue: Outsourcing can provide a low-cost way to add online self-service capabilities to your benefits administration.
Benefit/risk: Self-service can help you manage your …