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09 Jan 2025

Compensation Trends for 2025: What Organizations Need to Know

Posted on January 9, 2025 (January 16, 2025) by Michelle Henderson

Digital arrow pointing upward to 2025, symbolizing growth and trends in compensation strategies.

Compensation trends for 2025 are evolving rapidly, driven by economic changes, shifting workplace expectations, and technological advancements. These trends are reshaping how companies attract, reward, and retain talent. Staying ahead of these changes is essential for organizations to succeed in a competitive job market. […]

08 Jan 2025

by Laura Morgan Permalink

Geographic Pay Differentials: A Guide for HR Professionals

Posted on January 8, 2025 by Laura Morgan

World map composed of U.S. dollar bill patterns on a black background.

In today’s global workforce, organizations face increasing pressure to develop fair and competitive compensation strategies. Geographic pay differentials are critical to compensation planning, helping organizations ensure pay equity, align with market demands, and maintain transparency. With several geographic pay adjustment options available, how do HR professionals determine the best approach for their organization? This guide […]

07 Jan 2025

by Stacy Fenner Permalink

Impactful Workplace Feedback: Elevating Conversations for Growth

Posted on January 7, 2025 (January 16, 2025) by Stacy Fenner

Impactful workplace feedback ties intent to impact, creating opportunities for growth and trust. In this series, Red Thread Connections, I reflect on moments from my work with leaders, HR professionals, and employees that demonstrate the power of meaningful feedback. These insights reveal the “red thread” that links workplace conversations, helping us build stronger connections and […]

02 Jan 2025

by Laura Morgan Permalink

Goal-Setting for 2025: Empowering HR to Drive Success

Posted on January 2, 2025 (January 3, 2025) by Laura Morgan

A team of professionals in a modern office collaborating on strategic goal-setting, with a focus on data displayed on a large screen.

Driving Performance and Development Through Strategic Goal-Setting in 2025 As businesses gear up for 2025, HR leaders face the challenge of aligning individual and organizational goals. This alignment is key to driving performance and fostering accountability, engagement, and growth. Here’s how to align objectives, use data effectively, and adapt strategies to achieve success in the […]

23 Dec 2024

by Laura Morgan Permalink

Pay Equity Strategies for 2025: Key Laws and Best Practices

Posted on December 23, 2024 (December 23, 2024) by Laura Morgan

Hands typing on a laptop with overlay icons representing financial data, pay structures, and compensation strategies.

Pay equity strategies are essential for organizations navigating the complexities of compensation planning in 2025. With evolving state laws and growing employee demand for fair practices, HR and Finance teams must align their efforts to create transparent and equitable pay structures. In this blog, we explore effective pay equity strategies, new legislation, and actionable steps […]

02 Dec 2024

by Stacy Fenner Permalink

Intentional Bonus Conversations: Building Trust & Growth

Posted on December 2, 2024 (January 16, 2025) by Stacy Fenner

All workplace conversations carry a red thread that ties their intent to their impact. In this series, Red Thread Connections, we explore themes like intentional bonus conversations. These moments reveal how dialogues inspire meaningful change and the stories people carry home. This week, we’re focusing on intentional bonus conversations. They are more than transactional discussions. […]

29 Nov 2024

by Michelle Henderson Permalink

Boost Employee Morale with Non-Monetary Holiday Rewards

Posted on November 29, 2024 (January 8, 2025) by Michelle Henderson

Employees celebrating the holidays with a team gathering, showcasing the impact of non-monetary rewards like time off and workplace flexibility.

Understanding the Power of Non-Monetary Rewards In today’s competitive business landscape, employee satisfaction and engagement are more important than ever, especially during the bustling holiday season. While financial rewards have their place, non-monetary rewards such as time off, flexible work schedules, and recognition can significantly boost morale without stretching the budget. For small businesses, these […]

24 Nov 2024

by Alex Morgan Permalink

Upholding Pay Equity with Transparent Analysis

Posted on November 24, 2024 (December 17, 2024) by Alex Morgan

HR professionals conducting pay equity analysis.

Upholding Pay Equity with Transparent Compensation Analysis Introduction Pay equity analysis is more than just a regulatory box to tick—it’s a fundamental tool for fostering fairness and trust in the workplace. As organizations grow, ensuring pay equity through data-driven compensation analysis becomes essential. It allows companies to address pay gaps effectively and promote transparency. By […]

19 Nov 2024

by Stacy Fenner Permalink

Motivation-Focused Recognition Programs: Drive Engagement and Performance

Posted on November 19, 2024 (November 20, 2024) by Stacy Fenner

Visual representation of the SIPOC framework, detailing the steps: Suppliers, Inputs, Processes, Outputs, and Customers, used to design effective employee recognition programs.

Employee motivation is the foundation of organizational success. Motivation-focused recognition programs align performance with business goals, boost morale, and retain top talent. Learn how to plan, implement, and evaluate these programs effectively. Click here for Image 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q02YRM5d0 […]

12 Nov 2024

by Neil Morgan Permalink

Common Pitfalls in Performance Measurement and How SimplyMerit Helps

Posted on November 12, 2024 (November 15, 2024) by Neil Morgan

Graphs displaying performance measurement metrics for employee pay and ratings.

As the year wraps up, companies are aligning their compensation and performance measurement strategies for 2025. Effective performance measurement is critical to success, yet many organizations struggle with common performance measurement pitfalls that can hinder outcomes. At MorganHR, we’ve identified these pitfalls, which can limit an organization’s ability to fairly and accurately reward its employees. […]