Tinder lawsuit alleges harassment, stock cheating | Survey shows more than half of preretirees think they'll go back to work | HR exec: Diverse workforces connect with more customers
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Tinder founders and executives have sued parent IAC, alleging they were cheated out of stock payouts and accusing HR of covering up sexual misconduct by former Tinder CEO Greg Blatt. IAC denies the allegations, calling the lawsuit meritless and saying former employees are nursing "sour grapes." Business Insider (8/14),Reuters (8/14)
Recruiting & Retention
Survey shows more than half of preretirees think they'll go back to work A survey by Home Instead found that 53% of preretirees who plan to leave their job in the next five years anticipate going back to work at some point. The need to generate additional income was the most common reason given, but respondents also cited staving off boredom and keeping a sharp mind. PlanAdviser online (8/14)
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Employers offering FSAs, on-site health care decrease The prevalence of more than 60 workplace benefits has increased this year compared with last year, but fewer workplaces offer 15 benefits, including preventive health care for employees with chronic conditions, flexible spending accounts, benefits for domestic partners and short-term disability insurance, according to a survey by the Society for Human Resource Management. Discounts, coverage for elective procedures and on-site health clinics have become less common since 2015. Employee Benefit News (free registration) (8/14)
Technology
Automate tasks so employees can focus on digital transformation As many companies undergo a digital transformation, organizations are in need of employees who are skilled in data analytics, machine learning, cybersecurity and software, writes ZK Research principal analyst Zeus Kerravala. Leaders should also consider automating routine tasks or moving functionality to the cloud to allow IT professionals more time to focus on learning new skills for the digital transformation, he adds. CIO (free registration) (8/13)
The HR Leader
Survey identifies wellness initiatives that may see more funding A Wellable survey of 105 employee wellness professionals found 35% said employers would increase spending on wellness programs this year, and 15% said spending would decrease. Spending increases were associated with telemedicine, mental health and financial wellness, while spending decreases were seen in the areas of health fairs, fitness classes, health coaching and risk assessments. HR Dive (8/13)
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