Using Market Data to Determine Salary Range & Calculate Range Spread
By Sharon McKnight, CCP SPHR
Author: Sharon McKnight, Senior Editor
What Should Be Included in a Total Compensation Statement?
Total compensation statements are a way to help employees understand how much the employer is investing in them. This goes far beyond the paycheck. As part of your compensation administration, it’s a great idea to include total compensation statements so that employees can understand the full extent of the organization’s investment. This leads to greater […]
Ask the Expert: Can We ‘Try Out’ Prospective Employee as Independent Contractor First?
Can an employer hire someone as an independent contractor (i.e. on a 1099) for a set period of time (i.e. 4-6 months) to see if they are the right fit for the employee, to try them out? The agreement/contract would state that if after the time period, it is determined they are the right fit, […]
Employers Can’t ‘Bank’ on Unlimited Authority to Deny Discretionary Bonuses
By Kelly Smith-Haley, JD
Study: Daughters Benefit in Their Careers from Having a Working Mother
Contrary to conventional wisdom, growing up with a working mother is unlikely to harm children socially and economically when they become adults, according to new research by a Harvard Business School.
The Wonders of a 6-Hour Workday
In yesterday’s Advisor we discussed the history of the 8-hour workday and some beliefs about how it might be modified with great success. Today we’ll look at the potential benefits of the 6-hour workday.
Most Employees Prefer Benefits and Perks over Pay
A recent survey by Glassdoor entitled Q3 2015 U.S. Employment Confidence Survey states that a staggering 79% of employees would take better benefits and perks over better pay any day. Harris Poll recently conducted the Q3 2015 U.S. Employment Confidence Survey on behalf of Glassdoor. The survey was given to over 2,000 adults residing in […]
Would a 6-Hour Workday Be Better?
Some believe that the 8-hour workday is an arbitrary number of hours to work—one that needs adjusting. A number of companies in Sweden are switching to the 6-hour workday. But will it work? If so, would it work here?
Focusing on External Threat Helps to Execute Strategies, says Study
Focusing on a common external threat is often an effective way for a company to execute its business strategy, according to a study, “Executing Corporate Strategy: A Global Study.” However, the challenge is to not create a culture of fear in the process, which could stifle innovation and risk-taking.
Implement your Employee Retention Strategy Before Hire
By Max Lytvyn, Grammarly The most valuable employees are those who emotionally invest themselves in the mission and culture of your organization. In order to retain your best workers you must hire candidates who resonate with the values of your company. Managers often simplify employee retention strategy by focusing on perks and rewards. But the […]