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May 23, 2012

Jerry Hegarty and 1 other person answered this question

How do you deal with "entitlement" in sales compensation plans?

David, I'm going to address this issue from the perspective of events that are out of the scope of control of the sales rep, such as the 'great recession' of 2008. If the intent is to satiate sales reps who are not performing, then I ... more

Sales Management

May 17, 2012

Gail Wallace and 5 other people answered this question

If I was over payed on my bonus am I required to pay it back?

As stated in other posts, you may or may not be required to pay it back. However, if you don't, be prepared for the company to take a second look at you and you're basic honesty and integrity. Is the "found money" worth your potential ... more

Human Resources

May 1, 2012

Art van Bodegraven and 33 other people answered this question

If you can't give an employee a raise, what are other ways to reward them?

PS: Many of the suggestions offered are seductive, in that they involve one-time event costs rather than longer-term salary increases. But, they are not free, and they might not be as cost-effective as thought when the need to repeat them is considered. more

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April 28, 2012

Persis Persis and 1 other person answered this question

What are the latest certifications/courses for Compensation and Benefits Specialists in HR?

Since you are an accountant by education, I imagine you are more analytical type than amiable, right. So the change might be risky!
FYI
HR profession is very much a gender biased profession, and in my experience most hiring managers prefer female to a male ... more

April 2, 2012

Michael Janas and 6 other people answered this question

Do you think employees should decide who gets bonuses? Have you implemented this practice within your organization?

Based on my experience, having employees determine who gets bonuses and/or how much works best in a team-based environment where there are a limited number of employees to assess. They have worked closely during the year and hence know each others accomplishments. Using this method ... more

Human Resources

Company Culture

April 1, 2012

E. James (Jim) Brennan asked a question

What do you think of The Compensation Cookbook?

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Talent Management

March 24, 2012

Raj Khimesra and 9 other people answered this question

How do you retain top talent?

Retaining talent in the changing trends of doing business should be tackled differently. Today we have one crisis after another; secondly, we are all going to need to work much longer than our parents and thirdly employees are increasingly demanding a new relationship with their ... more

Human Resources

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