#77 - Peanut Butter Pay: The End of the Merit Raise? - Presented by CalendarPA.com

About This Episode

As we hit mid-February, the HR landscape is grappling with a shift in how we value work. This episode explores the controversial rise of "Peanut Butter" pay raises—where merit takes a backseat to across-the-board increases—and how top-tier organizations maintain culture and storytelling in a high-speed world. Key Segments & Highlights: Headline News: A deep dive into the "Spread of Peanut Butter Pay Raises." With nearly 44% of companies moving toward uniform salary increases in 2026 to combat bias and administrative complexity, we discuss if this "flat" approach is a talent retention ticking time bomb. Guest Spotlight 1 - Bryan Chaney (People Brand Collective): The employer branding maestro joins us to discuss the vision behind the People Brand Collective and how AI is fundamentally rewriting the "People Experience" playbook. Guest Spotlight 2 - Harper Mayfield (Savannah Bananas): How do you keep the "glue" from drying out? The Savannah Bananas’ own "Glue Guy" shares how one of the world’s most unique sports brands maintains high-energy culture and cohesion. Presented by CalendarPA.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices