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Monthly Newsletter

January 2026

2026

Morale Over Money:

The New Workforce Imperative

 

Across the public sector, a notable shift is taking place. For the first time in a decade, employee morale has overtaken compensation as HR leaders’ top workforce concern, signaling how agencies are rethinking what truly drives retention and engagement.

 

According to recent survey data, 71% of HR leaders now rank morale as their top workforce issue, while 47% identify pay equity as a major focus area. This change suggests that many agencies are beginning to see connection points between how employees are compensated, how those decisions are communicated, and how employees feel about their work overall. 

  • A Changing Definition of Employee Value
  • The Transparency Advantage
  • How Data Strengthens Morale
  • From Measurement to Meaning
  • The Bottom Line

Read more...

 

Latest News

The K-12 Pay Gap: Helping Schools Compete for Critical Talent - "How can we make sure our pay keeps pace with the market, and our mission?"

Benchmarking Reimagined: Why Real-Time Data Beats Static Pay Studies - For decades, compensation studies have been the standard way for public agencies to assess pay.

Turnover Trouble: Why Compensation Still Drives Public Sector Exits - ...if pay has gone up, why are employees still leaving?

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NEW YEAR - NEW REGISTRATION LINK!

 

Sharpen your skills in labor, compensation, and pension with quick, interactive 30-minute sessions. Get expert tips, live Q&A, and helpful resources to support smarter decisions.

 

Join us every 3rd Thursday at 10a PST - Register now to save your spot!

 

Upcoming Topics:

January 15th – Labor Costing | Longevity

February 19th - Benchmarking | Market Summary Report

Events and Webinars

Events & Webinars

 

Host a Lunch & Learn and earn custom TrueComp Nike shoes! Reach out to ashlee.phares@truecomp.com.

 

 

February 1 - 3

OHPELRA Annual Training Conference

 

February 2 - 4

FPELRA Annual Training Conference

 

February 24 - 27

CSMFO Annual Conference 

Training

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What you’ll find:

- Learning Lab Library: Watch past sessions anytime.

- Microlearnings: 5-10 minute how-tos for quick wins.

- User Guides: Download the latest guides to keep up to date with our ever-changing modules.

- Newsletters: Catch up on product tips and company updates.

 

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Partnerships

Carahsoft

Carahsoft supports government agencies by delivering innovative technology solutions, fostering partnerships, and simplifying procurement to enhance operational efficiency and achieve mission-critical goals.

CPS HR

CPS HR provides tailored human resources solutions, including recruitment, training, and consulting, to enhance workforce performance and meet public sector challenges.

NPELRA

NPELRA offers training, resources, and advocacy in public sector labor relations, empowering HR professionals to navigate negotiations and workforce challenges effectively.

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