Long-term incentives are considered a standard piece of the rewards package and key drivers of engagement for many employers and employees. However, selecting the right performance metrics and determining how outcomes lead to payout are critical to ensuring this vehicle is able to drive home alignment to the company’s overall success. Read through the helpful tips and considerations shared by Ryan Cameron, one of Mercer’s incentive design experts to find out if your LTI plan is in need of a tune-up.

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There are many different structure designs and not all support the same sort of pay management. Let’s take a look at the many different types of pay management constructs and consider how they might work for various employee populations and organizational cultures. Do you have the best pay structure for your organization?

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As the world of work continues to change, what does that mean for pay? Employers are considering different ways to motivate employees and drive performance while being able to source the skills and talents they need to compete in a rapidly changing environment. Take a look to see....

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Understanding whether or not your compensation program is competitive is a fundamental question that you'll likely have to address if working in human resources. What exactly does 'competitive' mean and how do you find out? Read on for some helpful tips.

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Did employers stay true to their budget projections for 2024? Explore the results of the first of three US Mercer QuickPulse™ - Compensation Planning Surveys. Some numbers may surprise you!

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Did employers stay true to their budget projections for 2024? Explore the results of the first of three US Mercer QuickPulse™ - Compensation Planning Surveys. Some numbers may surprise you!

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Actual merit and total increases delivered in Q1 of 2023 indicate that employers are tapping the brakes on compensation. Take a look at how their spending compared to budget as well as their approach to other pay adjustments and pay transparency.

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A dedicated Compensation team fulfills a key role in many successful organizations. However, at some point, you may find yourself in a position where you need to convince leadership to invest in that team. Here's a consultant's perspective on the importance of building a strong Compensation team instead of relying on other departments to fill in the gaps.

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