Break from the Grind
Low Performing Workers Take a Toll on Managers and Staff
CFOs tried to quantify the toll a low-performing worker takes on employee morale.
TRIVIAL PURSUITS: From Where Did the Phrase ‘Close, But No Cigar’ Originate?
When someone comes close to winning or accomplishing something but doesn’t actually do so, a person may say, “Close, but no cigar.”
SURVEY SAYS: What underutilized retirement program feature would help you the most?
Data shows the majority of retirement plan sponsors have implemented what many call “best practices” for their retirement programs, but there are still some underutilized features that could...
Oliver and Evelyn Break Into Top Baby Names List in 2017
Liam beat out Noah for the top spot in 2017.
TRIVIAL PURSUITS: What Is the Difference Between Mayonnaise and Miracle Whip?
Some of you may prefer using Miracle Whip on your sandwich or burger rather than mayonnaise, but have you looked into what the difference is between the two?
SURVEY SAYS: What words of wisdom do you remember your mom providing?
Moms are good at offering words of wisdom, advice or comfort—from the clichéd ones all moms use to more personal ones that come from experience.
Hockey Players Have More Stable Pension Than Other Professional Athletes
For all you sports fans out there, it may be interesting to learn that the National Hockey League pension plan has a funded ratio for funding purposes of...
TRIVIAL PURSUITS: What Is the Deepest Canyon in the United States?
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is a famous tourist attraction and by overall dimensions is the largest canyon in the U.S.
SURVEY SAYS: Are you planning a summer vacation?
Sometimes I take stay-cations, staying at home to get things done, while other times I take vacation to visit with family or to actually go to a place...
Inflation Analysis Puts Tooth Fairy Gifts into Perspective
Older generations, like the Baby Boomers and Gen Xers, were receiving a lot more money than younger generations when the average Tooth Fairy gift is adjusted for inflation.
TRIVIAL PURSUITS: When Were Proms Introduced in High Schools?
High school prom season is approaching.
SURVEY SAYS: How expensive was your prom?
More than a decade ago, when my youngest son went to the prom at his high school, I realized how much more expensive it was to attend the...
Job Hopping: A Benefit or a Bust?
Sixty-four percent of professionals polled think changing roles every few years can be beneficial, while 44% of CFOs said they are not at all likely to hire a...
TRIVIAL PURSUITS: What Is Normal Body Temperature for Humans?
The standard for normal human body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
SURVEY SAYS: What would you like to know about your peer plan sponsors?
Many plan providers or other entities can provide peer benchmarking reports—so plan sponsors can compare their plans to those of similar type, size or in the same industry.