Merit increases spike, but is HR really ready to talk about pay?

While it may not come as much of a surprise—considering the national unemployment rate of 3.4% is at its lowest since 1969—employers looking to keep much-needed talent in the fold are turning to merit raise increases as a primary retention strategy, according to a recent survey. However, employers have their work cut out for them when it comes to designing and communicating about changing pay practices. READ MORE