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Why firms like Abbott and Land O’Lakes let workers retire gradually

Just 7% of employers offered a phased retirement program in 2025, but those that did have seen a few positive returns. Some see it as a way to give workers additional time to save while transitioning out of roles that are core to their identities. Others say it’s helpful for training the next generation of workers.


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Broad pay ranges may hurt an employer’s chance of recruiting female talent

Female applicants are more likely to be turned off by jobs with broad pay ranges, but adding context can help.


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Why a record number of Americans are tapping their 401(k)s for emergencies

While this uptick may seem alarming, there are other factors that might be contributing to it besides a tough economy, Vanguard’s David Stinnett said.


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Eli Lilly wants to incentivize more employers to cover GLP-1s

Lilly will offer Zepbound, an injectable GLP-1 medication, at a price of $449 per month through a platform called Lilly Connect.


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The Trump administration is loosening gig worker rules. What does that mean for HR?

The new rule could mean employers will be subject to less scrutiny from the DOL when it comes to investigations into gig worker misclassification.


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The Business of Benefits: Onsite therapy at AT&T

Workers at AT&T’s Dallas headquarters made 2,100 visits to an onsite therapist in 2025, according to the company’s VP of global benefits.


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Minted offers homebuyer education as new employee benefit

As the share of first-time homebuyers shrinks and their average age rises, employers can offer financial education benefits to help employees achieve one piece of the American dream.

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