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Perspectives Talks EAP with Ron Magers
December 19, 2011
When the Chicagoland Chamber's Workplace Addiction Prevention
Services hosted a round table discussion, led by Ron Magers,
Perspectives' Terry Cahill and Lesley Long spoke to the ABC
co-anchor about the benefits of EAP. Read more on the event
and the Addiction Prevention Services' "Why" campaign
>>
EAP Coverage Sees Steep Increase
December 19, 2011
A report from Business Insurance shows that the number of
lives covered by EAPs, specifically the top 10 EAPs, is
drastically growing. Since 2002, the number of total lives covered
has jumped 318 percent, from 37.4 million in 2002 to 156.9
million in 2011. Perspectives Ltd has been featured in Business
Insurance's sister publication, Workforce Management, as part of
their EAP Hot List.
Perspectives Ltd Awarded for Workplace Flexibility
August 9, 2011
For the fifth consecutive year, Perspectives Ltd is recognized
by the Alfred P. Sloan Award for Business Excellence in Workplace
Flexibility for demonstrating a workplace strategy that is
effective for its employees.
"We believe in helping our customer organizations achieve
exemplary workplace practices, and achieving this honor validates
that we do this for our own employees as well," said
Perspectives President and CEO, Bernie Dyme.
As a Sloan Award winner, Perspectives ranks nationally in
the top 20 percent of employers who exhibit a flexible workplace
for employees.
Bernie Dyme Weighs in on Employee Behavior Changes
June 3, 2011
Perspectives President and CEO recently weighed in on employee
behaviors, when interviewed for SHRM's latest article, What to do
When Employee Behavior Changes. Bernie provided insight into the
causes that trigger behavioral changes in employees, along with why
it's important to build a relationship with your EAP. SHRM members
can read the full article here.
Perspectives' COO To Join SHRP Committee
April 26, 2011
Chris Kunze, Perspectives Ltd's Chief Operating Officer, has
been invited to serve on the Strategic Partnership Committee of the
Society of Human Resource Professionals (SHRP). With more than
1,000 members, SHRP suppports HR professionals in the Chicago
metropolitan area and is the largest chapter of the HR organization
the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
Perspectives Ltd is Remodeling--and Renaming
April 11, 2011
On April 1st, Perspectives changed the name of
Perspectives Online to WorkLife Online.
Our customer organization and their employees still have access
to all their services - the only change is to the name of our
online services.
While the impact of this change should be minimal, we do hope
that it better communicates the value and benefits of our online
services.
Bernie Dyme to Serve On National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention Workplace Task Force
February 22, 2011
Bernie Dyme, President and CEO of Perspectives Ltd, a
Chicago-based employee assistance program (EAP) company, has been
invited to serve on the Workplace Task Force for the National
Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention.
"It is my hope, and that of the rest of the Workplace Task
Force, that we can help organizations learn how to communicate with
employees experiencing depression or suicidal issues so that they
can seek help," said Dyme.
The "Action Alliance" is a public-private partnership working to
advance a national strategy for suicide prevention. The
Workplace Task Force, one of several task forces within the
alliance, aims to establish objectives for prevention within
businesses and organizations.
For more information about the Action Alliance, please visit www.actionallianceforsuicideprevention.org.
Perspectives Ltd's COO Talks Small Business Retirement Plans
November 12, 2010
HRTools.com recently spoke with Chris Kunze, Chief Operating
Officer at Perspectives, for their article "5 Common Problems with
Small Business Retirement Plans." Read the article in full and see
Chris' comments about finding a retirement plan that fits your
business.
Chris Kunze Quoted on HRTools.com
November 8, 2010
Perspectives Ltd's Chief Operating Officer is quoted on
HRTools.com in their piece, "How to Choose an
Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan." HRTools.com writer, Kristina
Meyer, along with Perspectives COO, offer advice on choosing and
managing a plan.
Perspectives President and CEO Jumps into the "HR Ring"
October 12, 2010
The blog HR Ringleader recently discussed the impact of
mental health issues in the workplace. Check out what Perspectives
Ltd's President and CEO had to say about how Employee Assistance
Programs can help managers who are concerned about an employee's
stability.
Perspectives Ltd's Chris Kunze Speaks to HRTools.com
September 16, 2010
HRTools.com business writer, Kristina Meyer, spoke with
Perspectives Ltd's Chris Kunze, Chief Operating Officer, to get his
expert tips on monitoring employees' travel and business expenses.
See the suggestions Chris offers and read the full article, "Keep
Travel and Business Expenses in Check," at HRTools.com.
HRTools.com Quotes Perspectives Ltd's Chris Kunze
September 15, 2010
Perspectives Ltd's Chief Operating Officer, Chris Kunze,
recently spoke to HRTools.com for his insight on employees abusing
coporate expense reports. Read the full article, "6 Signs Your
Employees Are Abusing Expense Reports," at
HRTools.com
Perspectives Ltd Appoints Director of Sales
August 23, 2010
Perspectives Ltd has appointed Mike Davis as Director of Sales.
The former President and CEO of Creative Care Management joins
Perspectives through the recent acquisition of the
Chicago-based EAP company. Mike's primary role at Perspectives will
be supporting business development. He bring more than 24 years
experience in the counseling, substance abuse and employee
assistance program (EAP) fields.
How to Get Back to Business After a Termination
August 2, 2010
HRTools.com business writer Kristine Meyer recently interviewed
Perspectives Ltd's President and CEO, Bernie Dyme, for his expert
advice and tips on maintaining a positive and productive
workforce.
Chicago Tribune Speaks with Chicago Employers about Mental Health Parity
July 26, 2010
Chicago Tribune's Ann Meyer recently reported on the
changes of Mental Health Parity in the workplace and how many
employers are finally stepping up to the plate. Meyer also spoke
with Perspectives Ltd's MHP expert Terry Cahill, VP of Development
and Principal, for background on the issue. Be sure to check out
the full story online and read Bernie Dyme's comments about the
article.
Perspectives Ltd Receives Nod for Workplace Flexibility
July 14, 2010
For the fourth consecutive year, Perspectives Ltd has been
recognized for excellence in workplace flexibility.
"Receiving Sloan Award recognition is a tremendous honor within
itself, but it also validates the value of work/life and employee
assistance programs like those that we deliver," said Perspectives
President and CEO, Bernie Dyme.
Read more about Perspectives' honorable mention and the Sloan
Awards here >>
Workplace Violence Podcast with Bernie Dyme
July 6, 2010
Perspectives Ltd's President and CEO, Bernie
Dyme, was recently interviewed by
EmployeeScreenIQ at the annual SHRM Conference in San
Diego.The company, which provides employment background checks,
tapped Bernie for an update on workplace violence trends and
his advice for employers. Check out the
podcast online to hear what Bernie had to say.
Perspectives Ltd Wins 2010 "Best Places to Work in Illinois" Award
April 28, 2010
For the second year in a row, Perspectives Ltd has been named
one of the "Best Places to Work in Illinois!" The award, given by
the The Business Ledger, recognizes the top 20 small-and-medium
sized companies in Illinois. "This award means a lot to us because
we value our employees and employees that work for our customer
organizations, " said Bernie Dyme, President and CEO, Perspectives
Ltd
Rick Kronberg Joins Perspectives Ltd as Director of Clinical Services
April 28, 2010
Perspectives Ltd is pleased to announce the hire of Rick
Kronberg as the new Director of Clinical Services. Rick has more
than 25 years experience leading professional work teams, directing
strategic planning and growth and managing operations of behavioral
health and human capital organizations.
Who's Responsible for Employee Engagement? Bernie Dyme Offers His Thoughts
March 30, 2010
Recently, Laurie Ruettimann of blog Punk Rock HR offered
her opinion on employee engagement in the workplace: "I don't
think it's the responsiblity of an organization to ensure that the
employees are engaged," she said. Bernie Dyme, President and
CEO at Perspectives Ltd, begs to differ a little. Head over to the
blog to get his take on both employers and employees owning up
to the responsiblity.
Perspectives Ltd’s Social Media ABCs For HR Webinar Sees Immediate Demand
February 9, 2010
When Perspectives Ltd, a workplace resources company
specializing in high-touch employee assistance programs (EAP) and
organizational development services, sent an email to customers
about a webinar on social media implications in the workplace, the
company experienced immediate demand. The event filled to capacity
within 24 hours and was overbooked by nearly 100 participants
within a week.