Total Rewards has become today's most essential HR capability. Retention, pay equity and program expenses have heightened the awareness for effective Total Rewards professionals in organizations, resulting in a 60% increase in Total Rewards-focused roles since 2018. Our latest report, Total Rewards Career Insights, delves into the evolving landscape of Total Rewards, comparing shifts over the last 15 years. You’ll get a firsthand view into the skills needed, outlooks on the occupation, and future career trajectories of Total Rewards professionals.
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Workspan Daily News Bytes for June 27, 2025
New reports on retirement, M&As and neurodiversity; Amazon and Ford workplace mandates; and a job site bankruptcy. It’s all in this week’s News Bytes.
SCOTUS Upholds ACA Preventive Care Task Force, Free Services Measure
In a 6-3 decision, the high court overturned an appellate court ruling and derailed the latest legal challenge to the Affordable Care Act.
Sales Comp Considerations: Choosing Between Individual, Team Measures
Measurement level is the place where leaders can crystallize their operating philosophies and change how sellers perform.
4 Steps to Help Pre-Retirees Consider, Plan for Retirement Income
Robust retirement income planning programs can significantly improve these employees’ financial well-being.
5 Ways Comp Pros Can Maximize Their Market Management Tool
It takes disciplined governance, smarter configuration and supportive enablement to extract true value from comptech solutions.
Most Employers Hold Firm on Well-Being Offerings — But Want Results
Research showed 73% plan to maintain their well-being programs in 2026, with an additional 20% planning to further enhance them.
Feature Articles (105)
5 Minutes With … Michael Horne, Dow's Global Rewards Leader
Dow’s head of global rewards shares results of a comprehensive TR refresh that unites employee preferences with market competitiveness.
Handling Pushback: How Comp Pros Can Address Management Objections
It’s common for management to question certain compensation strategies. Here are some guidelines for how best to respond.
What's Working in Total Rewards, June-July 2025
Childcare travel partners, cohort contagion and healthcare centers of excellence top our focus on what’s working in total rewards today.
From Perks to Performance: Total Rewards as a Strategic Force
Inspiring moments from Total Rewards ’25 prove that our profession is defining the future of work with purpose and precision.
How Land O’Lakes Challenged Traditional Work Norms in Manufacturing
Land O’Lakes proves that manufacturing doesn’t have to be synonymous with inflexible, rigid work schedules. Here’s how.
The Future of the Manufacturing Workforce? All Signs Point to Flexibility
Think manufacturing and flex work don’t mix? Think again. HR and TR leaders are intent on making the impossible possible.
Webinars (13)
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Executive Pay in the Pressure Cooker: Policy, Politics and Performance Collide
Virtual (Live) on 2025-07-24
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AI in Action: Implementing AI in Compensation
Virtual (Live) on 2025-08-26
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Performance Management is Killing Performance: Here's the Fix
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A New Era in Total Rewards: Key Components of a Mature Strategy
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Turn Your Compensation Spreadsheets Into a Secure, Multi-User Business App
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Reimagining Total Rewards – A Personalized and Dynamic Experience
On Demand Gain Recertification Credits Courses (11)
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Retirement Plans: Design Considerations & Administration Learn to design and manage cost-effective employer-sponsored retirement plans that align with your organization’s strategies. Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
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Health and Welfare Plans: Strategic Planning and Design Learn advanced, cost-effective strategies for designing and managing employee health and welfare benefit plans. Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
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Health and Welfare Plans: Plan Types & Administration Master the fundamentals of selecting and managing employee health and welfare plans for your organization. Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
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Business Acumen and Communication Strategies in Total Rewards Enhance your strategic insight, organizational influence and communication effectiveness to ensure Total Rewards programs have high impact. Starting at: Members: $1,395.00 USD Non-Members: $1,993.00 USD
Events (8)
July 29, 2025Seattle, WA
WorldatWork Seattle Summit
Join global leaders and local peers for a one-day Total Rewards event and networking in Seattle.
September 9 - 10, 2025Toronto, ON
Total Rewards Canada
Join a 2-day Total Rewards conference for Canadians, tailored to Canada’s talent and market dynamics.
September 16, 2025Minneapolis, MN
WorldatWork Minneapolis Summit
One-day event with innovative Total Rewards solutions and peer networking in the greater Minneapolis area.
September 23 - 24, 2025Bengaluru
Total Rewards '25 India
India’s Rewards Revolution Starts Here. Join 200+ Total Rewards leaders this September in Bengaluru
Research (10)
Research
Jan 30, 2025
Nearly 250 Total Rewards Leaders share priorities for driving positive organizational outcomes.
Research
Sep 4, 2024
See the impact of bonus programs and practices at privately-held and publicly-traded companies, non-profit organizations and government entities.
Research
Sep 4, 2024
This report provides benchmarks for the prevalence of a wide variety of total rewards programs and practices.
Research
Jul 30, 2024
Offering robust, year-over-year data, this survey will help you design competitive compensation plans that attract and retain high-performing employees. Use the included Online Reporting Tool to build customized reports based on industry and geographic area (U.S. and Canada). This year’s survey includes base salary increases and merit budgets for 22 countries including in-depth salary budget insights in the United States (U.S.), Canada, India, and the United Kingdom.
Tools (11)
FMLA Advisor
Up-to-date information on the Family and Medical Leave Act in the United States.
Glossary of Key Rewards and HR Terms
Reliable definitions for key Total Rewards, Compensation and HR terms.
Books (1)
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The WorldatWork Handbook of Total RewardsSharpen your knowledge and skills for handling the new evolving world of total rewards.
