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Expert insights and strategies for navigating the world of HR and Compensation.

Your go-to resource for HR hot topics such as pay and benefits, policies and practices, talent strategy, workforce planning, total rewards and more. Explore actionable articles, with real world data insights, designed to help HR professionals and business leaders stay ahead in today’s rapidly evolving workforce.

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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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2025 is going to be the year of HR empowering managers

January 02, 2025

Dive into four practical tips that empower your managers to have open communication and transparency with employees. By implementing these strategies, organizations can create a supportive environment where managers feel equipped to address pay-related concerns and deliver career growth information effectively.

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Federal court struck down overtime threshold increase

November 22, 2024

The Department of Labor recently passed a new regulation that raises the salary threshold requirement for employees to be classified as “exempt” from overtime protections. However, the Eastern District Court of Texas ruled against the increase on Friday, November 15, 2024. Find out what this nationwide ruling means for you and your employees.

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The unique work schedule needs of hourly employees

September 26, 2024

Work/life balance is one of the top concerns for the hourly workforce. Like many organizations, you might be finding it challenging to find ways to offer flexibility for your hourly population. The experts at Mercer can help.

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Should you be aging your salary data?

September 03, 2024

Are you still relying on aged salary survey data? Dive into the top 4 reasons why relying on old survey data can lead to missed opportunies, and how participating in and using up-to-date surveys can help stretch your budget and retain the top talent your organization needs. 

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5 tips for navigating the silver tsunami

August 13, 2024

The threat of losing a significant portion of your workforce lingers as baby boomers move towards retirement. Here are steps you can take to prepare for the transition and minimize the impact of what is known as the silver tsunami.

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