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28/04/2026

ACA affordability threshold 2026: the 9.96% rule and the three safe harbors

Learn how the ACA affordability threshold of 9.86% for 2026 really affects employer health plan contributions, how the three IRS safe harbors work, and how to avoid costly Section 4980H penalties and IRS Letter 226J challenges.

by Quincy Larson

Crafting a welcoming letter to a new employee that elevates compensation and benefits

Technology in Compensation

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13/04/2026

Crafting a welcoming letter to a new employee that elevates compensation and benefits

Learn how to craft a welcoming letter to a new employee that clarifies compensation, benefits, and culture while strengthening onboarding, trust, and retention.

by Rebecca O'Donnell

How smart eNPS questions transform employee engagement and advocacy

Technology in Compensation

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11/04/2026

How smart eNPS questions transform employee engagement and advocacy

Learn how well designed eNPS questions, scales, and surveys reveal employee engagement, guide compensation and benefits decisions, and strengthen workplace advocacy.

by Charlotte Bernier-Wells

The best platforms for building integrations with HRIS tools for modern compensation teams

Technology in Compensation

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11/04/2026

The best platforms for building integrations with HRIS tools for modern compensation teams

Learn how the best platforms for building integrations with HRIS tools support accurate payroll, global workforce management, and strategic compensation decisions.

by Olivia Martinez

How smart sales representative incentives transform performance and pay

Technology in Compensation

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10/04/2026

How smart sales representative incentives transform performance and pay

Learn how smart sales representative incentives align goals, rewards, and performance to motivate sales teams, protect ethics, and support long term growth.

by Madeleine Beaumont

Engaging virtual christmas party ideas for remote teams seeking connection

Technology in Compensation

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10/04/2026

Engaging virtual christmas party ideas for remote teams seeking connection

Learn how strategic virtual Christmas party ideas can strengthen remote team engagement, support fair rewards, and enhance your overall compensation and benefits strategy.

by Rebecca O'Donnell

How thoughtful welcome letters to new employees elevate compensation and benefits strategies

Technology in Compensation

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10/04/2026

How thoughtful welcome letters to new employees elevate compensation and benefits strategies

Learn how thoughtful welcome letters to new employees clarify compensation, benefits, and onboarding, building trust, engagement, and a strong company culture.

by Vincent Lefebvre

How compensation and benefits strategies elevate workforce efficiency

Compensation Policies

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10/04/2026

How compensation and benefits strategies elevate workforce efficiency

How smart compensation and benefits strategies enhance workforce efficiency, employee productivity, engagement, and mental health in modern workplaces.

by Jean-Paul Dubois-Maier

Technology in Compensation

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19/03/2026

How rewards and incentives com programs shape employee loyalty and recognition

Learn how rewards and incentives com programs shape employee loyalty, recognition, and wellbeing through fair design, digital tools, and transparent governance.

Thoughtful mental health gifts for employees that elevate workplace care

Learn how thoughtful mental health gifts for employees enhance total rewards, reduce stress, and strengthen workplace care through strategic, data driven benefit design.

How an employee recognition survey can transform compensation and benefits strategies

Learn how an employee recognition survey can align pay, benefits, and culture, improve employee engagement, and strengthen retention through data driven rewards.

Thoughtful office valentine ideas that strengthen teams and workplace rewards

Professional guide to office valentine ideas that strengthen engagement, fairness, and total rewards, with inclusive activities, low cost options, and HR insights.

Meaningful thanksgiving team building activities that strengthen culture and reward employees

Learn how meaningful thanksgiving team building activities can reinforce compensation, benefits, engagement, and retention for employees in hybrid and office workplaces.

How an employee engagement calendar elevates compensation, benefits, and workplace culture

Learn how an employee engagement calendar can align events, benefits, and rewards to strengthen workplace culture, transparency, and total rewards communication.

by Charlotte Bernier-Wells

How to use a stay interview format to strengthen employee engagement and retention

Recognition Programs

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13/03/2026

How to use a stay interview format to strengthen employee engagement and retention

Learn how a structured stay interview format strengthens employee engagement, informs compensation and benefits decisions, and improves long term retention.

How a thoughtful employee reward strategy transforms performance and engagement

Learn how a thoughtful employee reward strategy blends monetary rewards, recognition, and benefits to boost employee engagement, performance, and company culture.

How sports team building activities strengthen performance and rewards at work

Learn how sports team building activities reveal performance, guide fair rewards, and strengthen employee engagement through structured games, challenges, and bonding.

by Rebecca O'Donnell

Employee engagement news for october: what compensation and benefits leaders need to know

Technology in Compensation

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09/03/2026

Employee engagement news for october: what compensation and benefits leaders need to know

In depth analysis of employee engagement news for october, focusing on how compensation, benefits, recognition, and leadership shape workplace engagement and retention.

by Aya Nakamura

Meaningful staff appreciation themes that elevate compensation and benefits strategies

Technology in Compensation

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09/03/2026

Meaningful staff appreciation themes that elevate compensation and benefits strategies

Learn how strategic staff appreciation themes connect recognition with compensation and benefits, support teachers and employees, and strengthen retention and engagement.

by Madeleine Beaumont

How thoughtful employee appreciation events elevate compensation and benefits

Recognition Programs

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08/03/2026

How thoughtful employee appreciation events elevate compensation and benefits

Learn how thoughtful employee appreciation events strengthen compensation, benefits, and workplace culture while helping employees feel genuinely valued year round.

by Aya Nakamura