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Compensation

How to be a Better Consumer of Salary Surveys. Get tips on how to navigate the challenges and opportunities inherent in benchmarking and analyzing compensation data, including typical survey data formats, criteria for selecting one or more salary surveys, and concerns regarding transparency with employees.
Roundtable Discussion   | March 2012
Using “Position-in-Range” in a Merit Matrix and Pay Increase Communication Timing: Answers to Two Common Pay-for-Performance Questions. Hear the panelists’ perspectives on how common using “position-in-range” in a merit matrix is and whether its inclusion interferes with the overall objective of paying for performance, as well as opinions on when to tell employees about the size of their pay increase.
Roundtable Discussion   | February 2012
WorldatWork Research 2011: A Year in Review. WorldatWork practice leaders review the most notable findings from WorldatWork's 2011 research. Topics include salary budget increases, base and variable compensation trends, car allowance and company car benefits, severance programs, work-life trends and practices, the impact of a flexible culture on turnover, consumer-driven health plans, and trends in health & wellness programs.
Roundtable Discussion   | January 2012
Trends in Severance and Change-in-Control Practices. A discussion about some of the most notable findings from WorldatWork's 2011 Severance and Change-in-Control Plans Survey.
Roundtable Discussion   | October 2011
Perspectives and Predictions: Salary Budget Increase Trends from the "2011-2012 WorldatWork Salary Budget Survey". Hear what WorldatWork practice leaders have to say about the economy and salary budget increases, and what the future might hold.
Roundtable Discussion   | August 2011
Vehicle-Related Benefits Survey – Key Findings and Analysis. The panelists share insights and perspectives on car allowances, company-car benefits and other vehicle-related benefit programs.
Roundtable Discussion   |  July 2011
Insights from the 2011 Bonus Programs and Practices Survey. A discussion about employee bonuses and results from the recent WorldatWork survey.
Roundtable Discussion   |  June 2011

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Lump Sum Merit. A discussion about when and why to award lump sum merit increases.
Roundtable Discussion   |  January 2011

State of Performance Management: Results of the Sibson and WorldatWork Survey. A discussion about the results of a recent survey of performance management.
Roundtable Discussion   |  January 2011

Pay Secrecy. A discussion about how much or how little organizations share about pay and why.
Roundtable Discussion   |  September 2010   |  18 min.

Insights from the WorldatWork 2010-2011 Salary Budget Survey. A discussion about high-level findings from the 37th annual WorldatWork Salary Budget Survey, including salary budget increases for 2010 and 2011, salary structure adjustments and variable pay programs.
Roundtable Discussion   |  August 2010   |  22 min.

Recognition Programs – Why They Are an Important Part of the Total Rewards Mix. A discussion about what recognition programs are and tips to make them more effective within your organization.
Roundtable Discussion   |  March 2010   |  26 min.

Challenges to Effective Performance Management. A discussion about the performance management process and suggestions for addressing the challenge of differentiating performance when awarding merit increases and incentive pay.
Roundtable Discussion   |  March 2010   |  17 min.

Using Survey Data Without Zero Responses. A discussion about the differences between salary budget increase data with and without zero responses and why it is important to consider various data presentations and statistics to make the right decisions for your organization.
Roundtable Discussion   |  December 2009   |  23 min.

Pay Compression. A discussion about how pay compression occurs and what to do about it if it is problematic.
Roundtable Discussion   |  October 2009   |  22 min.

Market Pricing in a Down Economy. A discussion answering these questions and more: What is the "new normal" when it comes to market pricing? Should market pricing strategies be different depending on industry of operation? What does the future hold for market data?
Roundtable Discussion   |  August 2009   |  20 min.

WorldatWork 2008-09 Salary Budget Survey - What Does the Data Mean?. A discussion about high-level findings from the survey and how this data relates to inflation and the current labor market.
Roundtable Discussion   |    August 2008   |  10 min.

Cost-of-Living Adjustments. A discussion of the history of cost-of-living adjustments and whether they are an option for employers looking for ways to help employees withstand current economic pressures.
Roundtable Discussion   |    July 2008

Market Pricing 101. A discussion of the basics of Market Pricing and the steps used to market price a job.
Article   |  23 min. 33 sec.

Survey Search. An introduction to the Survey Search member benefit.
Tutorial   |  2 min. 4 sec.

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Benefits

WorldatWork Research 2011: A Year in Review. WorldatWork practice leaders review the most notable findings from WorldatWork's 2011 research. Topics include salary budget increases, base and variable compensation trends, car allowance and company car benefits, severance programs, work-life trends and practices, the impact of a flexible culture on turnover, consumer-driven health plans, and trends in health & wellness programs.
Roundtable Discussion   | January 2012
Perspectives from the Field: Health-Care Insights from Members of the Consulting Community, Part  1  |  Part 2  |  Part 3. Tracy Watts (Mercer Consulting), Rich Stover (Buck Consultants) and John Asencio (Sibson Consulting) discuss health-care benefits, reform, 2012 open enrollment, and future strategies and communications.
Interviews  |  December 2011
Global Benefits Strategy. Subject matter experts discuss global benefits strategy challenges and opportunities while addressing culture, administration, centralization and employer branding.
Roundtable Discussion   |  November 2011
Conducting a Successful Open Enrollment through Engagement and Communication. Get advice on creating a buzz around open enrollment, various open enrollment strategies and how to increase employee engagement through the use of social media.
Interview   |  October 2011
Examples from the Field: Dependent Eligibility Audits, Part  1  |  Part 2. Two benefits pracitioners share their experiences conducting dependent eligibility audits.
Interviews   |  August 2011
Benefits Communications. Learn about benefit communication strategies, trends and challenges.
Roundtable Discussion   |  August 2011
Defined Benefits Plan: A Retention Tool for the Future? A discussion about the future of defined benefit plans.
Roundtable Discussion   |  July 2011
Open Enrollment After Health-Care Reform: Communication Chore or Golden Opportunity? Members of the WorldatWork Benefits Advisory Board share their perspectives on conducting open enrollment in a changing environment. 
Interview   |  September 2010
Survey of Paid Time Off Programs and Practices. A discussion about the results of the new paid time off survey from WorldatWork and how organizations are using paid leave to attract and retain talent.
Roundtable Discussion   |  June 2010   |  23 min.
Health-Care Reform Questions: Which Ones Are You Asking? There are questions that everyone is asking, questions that you should be asking, and questions that you just can't answer right now. Hear three consultants' perspectives on the many questions surrounding health-care reform.
Interview   |  April 2010   |  16 min.

Engaging Your Employees with Health and Wellness Programs. A discussion about the evolution of health and wellness programs and the drivers and benefits of these programs in today's market.
Roundtable Discussion   |  January 2010   |  23 min.

H1N1 Flu and the Workplace. A discussion about H1N1 preparation and how to deal with issues such as the working sick and absenteeism.
Roundtable Discussion   |  November 2009   |  24 min.

Preparing for Open Enrollment in an Uncertain Environment. Learn how understanding plan design and fiscal situation, knowing the workforce, planning appropriate communications, and other activities contribute to the success of an open enrollment season during a down economy.
Roundtable Discussion   |  September 2009   |  24 min.

Financial Education for Employees. A discussion on the importance of financial education programs to ensure that employees have an accurate understanding of how much money needed for retirement, the best vehicles to reach those goals,and how employers can get the greatest bang for their buck.
Roundtable Discussion   |  August 2008

Incentives for Wellness Programs. A discussion of the use of incentives to entice employees to use wellness programs.
Discussion   |  7 min. 18 sec.

Wellness Plans. A brief commentary by Leonard Sanicola, CBP, CCP, GRP, Practice Leader at WorldatWork, covering the use of wellness plans in the workforce.
Commentary   |  4 min. 28 sec.

Survey Search. An introduction to the Survey Search member benefit.
Tutorial   |  2 min. 4 sec.

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Work-Life

WorldatWork Research 2011: A Year in Review. WorldatWork practice leaders review the most notable findings from WorldatWork's 2011 research. Topics include salary budget increases, base and variable compensation trends, car allowance and company car benefits, severance programs, work-life trends and practices, the impact of a flexible culture on turnover, consumer-driven health plans, and trends in health & wellness programs.
Roundtable Discussion   | January 2012
Communicating Wellness Programs. Hear about the unique aspects of communicating employer-sponsored health and wellness initiatives, including what’s different about wellness programs, how to build employee engagement through these initiatives, and even a possible evolution from "wellness" to "well-being."
Roundtable Discussion   |  December 2011
Theory or Practice: Men and Work-Life Integration. An exploration of the barriers and challenges that persist in preventing employees (especially men) from fully utilizing work-life options and managers from fully supporting them. 
Roundtable Discussion   | October 2011
So You Think You Have Effective Flex Programs?. A discussion about how flexibility programs can help organizations gain a competitive advantage in the labor market and retain the best talent during an economic recovery.
Roundtable Discussion   |  August 2010   |  29 min.

Engaging Your Employees with Health and Wellness Programs. A discussion about the evolution of health and wellness programs and the drivers and benefits of these programs in today's market.
Roundtable Discussion   |  January 2010   |  23 min.

H1N1 Flu and the Workplace. A discussion about H1N1 preparation and how to deal with issues such as the working sick and absenteeism.
Roundtable Discussion   |  November 2009   |  24 min.

The Role of Career Development. A discussion about employer and employee ownership in career development, its priority for total rewards professionals and how to use it to optimize talent.
Roundtable Discussion   |  October 2009   |  14 min.

Financial Education for Employees. A discussion on the importance of financial education programs to ensure that employees have an accurate understanding of how much money needed for retirement, the best vehicles to reach those goals,and how employers can get the greatest bang for their buck.
Roundtable Discussion   |  August 2008

Tips to Help Win the Battle of Balance. AWLP Director Kathie Lingle was a featured guest on "Get Over it!" hosted by Libby Gill. Kathie shares useful strategies and tips to help employers and employees win the battle of balance.
Interview   |    August 2007

Incentives for Wellness Programs. A discussion of the use of incentives to entice employees to use wellness programs.
Discussion   |  7 min. 18 sec.

Wellness Plans. A brief commentary by Leonard Sanicola, CBP, CCP, GRP, Practice Leader at WorldatWork, covering the use of wellness plans in the workforce.
Commentary   |  4 min. 28 sec.

Survey Search. An introduction to the Survey Search member benefit.
Tutorial   |  2 min. 4 sec.

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Total Rewards and General Topics

Understanding Total Rewards Metrics and Analytics. Everyone is talking about metrics and analytics, but what do those terms really mean and how can they be used to advance total rewards?
Roundtable Discussion  | April 2012
Using a Total Rewards Perspective to Break Down HR Silos. What are organizational and funcitonal silos and how can they impact an organization’s goals and working relationships.
Roundtable Discussion  | March 2012
Understanding and Developing Business Acumen. Many senior-level HR and total rewards professionals believe that business acumen is a key component to success. In this WorldatWork Podcast,  the panelists explain what business acumen is, how to develop it and why it is important.
Roundtable Discussion  | January 2012
Leveraging Social Media for Total Rewards Communications. Considering the use of social media in your total rewards communications? Learn how to get started, what platforms to consider, issues to be aware of and myths regarding employee preferences.
Interview   |  September 2011
Is the Exit of Baby Boomers Really a Problem for Companies?. Hear about the myths and realities of baby boomers exiting the workforce.
Roundtable Discussion   |  September 2011
Using Social Media to Enhance Your Total Rewards Communications. A discussion about the use of social media in total rewards communications, including some of the concerns, challenges and success stories.
Roundtable Discussion   |  August 2011
Exploring Employee Motivation Through a Discussion About Dan Pink's Book, "Drive". A discussion of Dan Pink's book "Drive" and his theories on employee motivation.
Roundtable Discussion   |  April 2011
The Impact of the Economic Landscape on Total Rewards & Talent Management. A discussion on the outlook for total rewards in 2011.
Roundtable Discussion   |  February 2011
Men, Money and Managing Generations. A discussion about trends for two specific workforce segments; millennials and men.
Roundtable Discussion   |  October 2010   |  33 min.
Electoral Math and the Importance of Elections. Learn about the electoral college.
Public Policy Podcast   |  October 2010   |  7 min.
Total Rewards in the Public Sector. A discussion about leveraging total rewards in the public sector.
Roundtable Discussion   |  Aug. 2010   |  22 min.
Communicating Total Rewards. A discussion about the importance of effective total rewards communications and how creativity and variety can work together to meet the unique needs of every organization.
Roundtable Discussion   |  May 2010   |  23 min.

How a Bill Becomes a Law. Learn how a bill moves through the process from introduction to the final signature from the President.
Public Policy Podcast   |  January 2010   |  12 min.

Employee Engagement and Economic Recovery. A discussion about how to improve employee engagement in a recovering economy.
Roundtable Discussion   |  November 2009   |  25 min.

The Role of Career Development. A discussion about employer and employee ownership in career development, its priority for total rewards professionals and how to use it to optimize talent.
Roundtable Discussion   |  October 2009   |  14 min.

Baby Boomers and Total Rewards. A discussion on the issues to consider as the baby boomer generation reaches retirement age.
Roundtable Discussion   |  September 2009   |  16 min.

Total Rewards: Unlocking the Secret of Attraction, Motivation & Retention. Learn about a comprehensive model for total rewards that demonstrates the context, components and contributions of total rewards as part of an integrated business strategy.
Archived Webcast from HR.com   |    August 2007

Survey Search. An introduction to the Survey Search member benefit.
Tutorial   |  2 min. 4 sec.

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