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Top 5 HR Priorities for 2026

November 06, 2025

AI, total rewards and employee engagement are at the top of our list for areas to prioritize in 2026. As you begin or finalize your plans for the new year make sure you are covering these top 5 HR priorities to help support your people and your business in a meaningful way.

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Approaching hot jobs differently

November 03, 2025

Everyone has jobs that are tough to fill right now. Take a look at the jobs and skills in highest demand and 5 creative ways to approach finding the talent you need.

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How much turnover is too much?

September 12, 2025

Although turnover is a necessary part of doing business, when is it too much? Look at the results from the 2025 US Mercer Turnover Survey and understand how your company compares to others. With this data, you can more efficiently plan a efficient hiring strategy for the future.

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Are employers shifting how they think about employee performance?

July 22, 2025

Mercer's latest QuickPulse® survey covered performance management. See how over 500 US employers are managing performance, linking it to pay and promotions, along with the challenges they're facing.

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Business metrics that matter — and how they relate to compensation

June 23, 2025

Do you ever feel like you're speaking a different language when talking to the leaders in your organization? That might be because you are! Elevate your ability to connect with finance and company leaders by mastering the key business metrics every Compensation Manager should know.

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Five business-centric questions to anchor your compensation planning

June 17, 2025

The key to gaining approval for your compensation programs is connecting them to the business objectives that your organization values. This article includes five questions that will help you better understand the business objectives and how you can align you company's compensation programs.

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Insights from the Mercer US QuickPulse® Survey: HR & Total Rewards Function Effectiveness

April 17, 2025

In the ever-evolving world of Human Resources and Total Rewards, staying updated with the latest trends and best practices is crucial. Discover key findings from the latest Mercer US QuickPulse® Survey: HR & Total Rewards Function Effectiveness covering topics like organization size and structure, responsibilities of the function, technology trends and more.

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You need to purchase salary surveys

February 21, 2025

Accurate and timely compensation data holds even greater value this year as the dynamic between employee and employer continues to shift. This complex labor market means that there is no shortcut or substitution for valid, quality annual salary survey data and compensation reports.

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