When it comes to the world of employee compensation, navigating the various terms can often be complex. In this Comp 101 series, we’ll cover two terms that most likely pop up often: salary increase budget and salary increase. Read more to dive into the basic definitions of each and the key differences between the two concepts.

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In today’s evolving workforce landscape, traditional practices may no longer meet expectations around transparency, efficiency, and outcomes. Let’s take a deep dive into merit increases and the merit increase process. We’ll dive into the basics, as well as provide 5 easy tips to modernize your merit process.

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We all know that compensation is affected by many various external and internal factors. As we head into 2026, here are some key compensation trends to watch closely. Dive into Mercer’s latest research shedding light on today’s workplace environment, from the state of the economy and the softening labor market to the continuous remote vs. in person debate. What lies ahead, how will it affect compensation and how can you take action?

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A comprehensive breakdown of the different types of popular leave policies offered to employees by US organizations. Benchmark your organizations leave against those in your industry and ensure you are offering the most competitive and attractive total rewards packages.

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As often mentioned, the world of compensation is always evolving. What causes hot new jobs to emerge in the first place? Why is it important to get pay right when it comes to compensating individuals with the new skills and experiences needed? Focusing on the jobs of the future can put your organization ahead of the curve, which is exactly where you want to be.

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How are you keeping up with fluctuations in hiring and recruiting in healthcare? With Mercer’s robust and comprehensive 2025 IHN – Healthcare Compensation Survey Suite, benchmarking your organization against others in the healthcare industry has never been easier. Explore the key highlights from this year’s survey and discover the valuable insights we offer to help you stay ahead.

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Mercer offers some of the most accuate and comprehensive compensation data availalble. Instead of listening to us talk about how great our data is, we’ll let the numbers speak for themselves.

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Pay compression occurs when there is a minimal difference in pay between employees in different positions or with varying levels of experience. Explore the basics, causes, implications, as well as looking at 5 potential strategies for addressing pay compression issues to ensure fairness and maintain employee motivation and satisfaction.

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