Avoid layoffs by accessing unemployment insurance benefits! Learn how by watching the webinar recording above.

Protect your team and your bottom line with WorkShare IL.

IRMA and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) hosted a webinar on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, exploring WorkShare IL, a unique state program that helps businesses retain their workforce and reduce expenses during slow periods.

This innovative program through the IDES allows retailers to reduce employees’ hours for a set period while supplementing their pay with Unemployment Insurance (UI) Benefits to compensate for reduced hours.

Whether you’re facing the post-holiday slump, a decline in foot traffic, or other seasonal challenges, WorkShare IL lets you:

  • Keep your trained staff.
  • Manage costs effectively.
  • Maintain loyalty and service quality.
  • Minimize Unemployment Insurance (UI) Cost Increases
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