Employee Participation

Tucked into the new tax law is a provision that offers companies a tax credit if they provide paid family and medical leave for lower-wage workers.

Conoco, the worlds biggest independent oil producer, has seen its percentage of female and minority workers climb among its youngest generation of employees.

A new survey finds that its to the employers advantage, even for small businesses, to offer benefits in the quest to attract top talent and keep their good employees from jumping ship.

Employers have done some work around financial wellness, but largely in the form of one-off lunch-and-learn sessions, webinars and guest speakers that don't have the desired long-term affect on employees.

In an era of unprecedented volatility that includes an increasing workforce skills gaps, sexual harassment claims and other types of people risk, organizations must re-examine how they manage their employees.

Employers worry that many of their new employees never develop the bonds with the workplace that will make them effective, long-term workers.