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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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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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Overtime threshold and return to the office

August 09, 2024

The June 2024 QuickPulse collected responses from over 600 organizations. Respondents answered questions surrounding their approach to the new salary threshold for overtime exemption as well as how they are managing the ongoing conversations around return to office.

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Job architecture before pay transparency

May 17, 2024

Navigate the era of pay transparency with confidence. Understanding your organization's job architecture is being able to confidently and openly discuss and disclose pay ranges to current and future employees.

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Boosting workforce engagement through employee listening

February 12, 2024

Whether you are just starting to implement employee engagement surveys, or fine tuning your existing research program, the experts at Mercer have the tools and tips you need to succeed. Take a look!

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Projected salary increase budgets holding, for now

December 04, 2023

Let’s take one more look at what employers are forecasting for salary increase budgets for 2024. The 2023 Mercer QuickPulse™ - US Compensation Planning Survey also has insights to share on promotions, off-cycle increases, salary structure adjustments, and some hot topics, such as pay transparency.

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Pay transparency: a crucial part of attracting new talent!

October 30, 2023

Pay transparency is quickly becoming the new normal. What do these trends mean for employers across the country? Let’s look at the data from Indeed and assess how can affect your future hiring process./p>

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