Hot Topic Surveys
MRA’s Hot Topic Surveys cover cutting-edge, topical issues that impact businesses by addressing unique areas of interest or concern for business owners. Surveys are produced on a timely basis in response to the latest breaking business news that affects business leaders, employees and organizations. Our surveys deliver results, in aggregate and summary, and are presented in visually appealing formats. MRA is committed to providing key insights and takeaways for you to apply in your workplace, gauge the impact on your business, and help you move forward on the path to making more informed business decisions. We encourage you to participate in this benefit of MRA membership:
- Brief 5-10 questions
- Timely
- Relevant
- Insightful
- Provocative
Results of Previous Hot Topic Surveys:
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COVID-19 Handbooks
Published: December 14, 2020
Through a brief survey, MRA asked companies about their current policies regarding COVID-19, what is being planned for the future, and their biggest challenges right now.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Published: September 9, 2020
MRA conducted a brief survey to ask organizations about their current DEI plans, challenges getting in the way, successes they are proud of, and what they are considering for the future.
Remote Work: Where Are Organizations Now?
Published: June 18, 2020
See the emerging remote work trends.
Economic Outlook: Coronavirus Workplace Realities
Published: June 2020
Gathering insight regarding economic outlook, employer concerns, and financial recovery efforts will help organizations navigate this altered environment.
Organization Readiness: Coronavirus Workplace Realities
Published: May 2020
As restrictions are eased for organizations and their employees, quickly flipping the switch to business as usual and preparing for reopen and full resumption of operations may need careful consideration.
COVID-19 Hot Topic Survey Series Summary
Published: May 2020
MRA conducted a series of hot topic surveys from March 11 through April 21 to get employers’ insights on the Coronavirus pandemic and its impact on human resources and business continuity.
Business Continuity VI: Coronavirus Workplace Realities
Published: April 2020
This week’s survey shows more employers are providing/requiring/encouraging employees to wear face masks (76%).
Business Continuity V: Coronavirus Workplace Realities
Published: April 2020
Is the thought of re-opening and returning to a new normal boosting employer confidence?
Business Continuity IV: Coronavirus Workplace Realities
Published: April 2020
Concern remains high, 77% and 82% respectively, for human resources and business continuity.
Business Continuity III: Coronavirus Workplace Realities
Published: April 2020
Concern remains high overall although some leveling off has begun – differentiated between human resources and business continuity.
Business Continuity II: Coronavirus Workplace Realities
Published: March 2020
What employers are doing in response to business disruption due to the Coronavirus.
Coronavirus (COVID-19 or CoV) Business Impact
Published: March 2020
What employers are doing in response to, and in anticipation of, Coronavirus having a disruption to their business.
Hiring Interns
Published: February 2020
The results provide insight into internship program structure, performance satisfaction, compensation, and future intern hiring practices.
Employee Turnover
Published: January 2020
Hot Topic Survey: Employee turnover has been steadily rising. Use this survey data to assist in your plan to attract and retain top talent for your organization in 2020!
Compensation and Talent Insights for 2020 and Beyond
Published: September 2019
Hot Topic Survey: Compensation and Talent Insights providing results on Comp Trends for 2020 and beyond featuring info on the importance of compensation-related trends in attracting, retaining and rewarding top talent.
Variable Pay: Your Advantage in a Competitive Labor Market
Published: June 2019
This survey provides a better understanding of variable pay practices, usage and advantages to help organizations gain or maintain advantage over the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion--Best Steps Forward
Published: April 2019
Diversity and inclusion matter! Organizations are taking steps to increase diversity and focus on inclusion within their workforces. See positive differences made by companies that promote D&I.
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