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05 Jan 2023

by Michelle Henderson Permalink

Honest Job Titles: Why Accuracy in Job Titles Matters for Retention

Posted on January 5, 2023 (February 13, 2025) by Michelle Henderson

The reason may seem obvious, but it’s one that many employers often overlook. […]

03 Jan 2023

by Shari Nornes Permalink

Pay Transparency Laws

Posted on January 3, 2023 (February 13, 2025) by Shari Nornes

Governments and related agencies have enacted pay transparency laws to aid employees and job seekers while pushing corporations to accountability for their compensation practices. Here’s what you should know. […]

The Importance of Providing a Pay Scale Range for Job Openings

Posted on December 22, 2022 (March 16, 2025) by Laura Morgan

The Importance of Providing a Pay Scale Range for Job Openings When recruiting new employees, providing a pay scale range for job openings is crucial. Companies with fifteen or more employees must include pay scale ranges in all job advertisements, whether internal or external. This requirement applies even when utilizing a third party to post […]

14 Nov 2022

by Laura Morgan Permalink

MorganHR Podcast – Aligning Comp to Culture and Strategy | Episode 1

Posted on November 14, 2022 (January 28, 2023) by Laura Morgan

Aligning Compensation to Culture and Strategy by Laura Morgan Listen to the podcast here > I guess this is where I’d say that you need to identify key programs that you have and then actually deliberately determine how they link to your culture. I start with base salary, you know when you review a base […]

21 Oct 2022

by Laura Morgan Permalink

Average Merit Increase Trend for 2023

Posted on October 21, 2022 (March 16, 2025) by Laura Morgan

Understanding the Average Merit Increase Trend for 2023 As the economy continues to evolve, monitoring merit increase trends is crucial for organizations aiming to remain competitive. In 2023, the average merit increase is expected to rise slightly compared to previous years. This shift is driven by increased demand for certain skills, rising wages, and inflation. […]

14 Oct 2022

by Alex Morgan Permalink

MorganHR’s Bi-Annual Benefits Study 2022

Posted on October 14, 2022 (March 13, 2025) by Alex Morgan

Employee Benefits Study: Insights for Competitive Packages Anyone who has ever tried to keep up with the latest changes in employee benefits knows that it can be a full-time job. Keeping track of evolving trends, compliance requirements, and employee expectations can be overwhelming. That’s why our bi-annual Employee Benefits Study provides the insights you need […]

13 Oct 2022

by Laura Morgan Permalink

Compensation Trends for 2023: How are you showing your employees that they are valued?

Posted on October 13, 2022 (January 28, 2023) by Laura Morgan

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At MorganHR, we believe that a little recognition can go a long way. As we close out 2022 and begin preparing for 2023, now is an excellent time to take a look at recent compensation trends in the United States. The labor market is one of the most complicated in recent history, with hiring on […]

10 Dec 2021

by Laura Morgan Permalink

Meaningful Compensation Conversations: Why They Matter More Than Raises

Posted on December 10, 2021 (January 31, 2025) by Laura Morgan

Employee engaged in a conversation with their manager about career goals and compensation.

We often discuss salary and benefits with managers, but how often do we focus on meaningful compensation conversations that address what we truly want or need? A typical conversation might go like this: Your manager says, “I was able to get you an additional 1% adjustment.” For a moment, you’re excited. The lights are flashing, […]

19 Oct 2021

by Laura Morgan Permalink

Are You Engaged in Your Work?

Posted on October 19, 2021 (January 28, 2023) by Laura Morgan

By Laura Morgan, Managing Partner at MorganHR Although it may not be easy to tell whether you are truly engaged in your career, there are many signs that you can look for. For those who are looking for a new job, it is important to know the difference between being unengaged and disengaged at work. Working towards […]

23 Sep 2021

by Laura Morgan Permalink

How to Prevent Job Titles from Losing Their Value?

Posted on September 23, 2021 (January 28, 2023) by Laura Morgan

By Laura Morgan, Managing Partner at MorganHR Job titles are not free, so why are companies passing them out like candy? If you’re not careful, wrongly staging your employees’ careers could be like promoting a first grader to eighth grade. They will lose out on necessary skills that are taught along the path and will […]