What is someone’s motivation to exercise? It could be to lose weight, or it could be for health reasons, or it could be to recover from an injury. If you … Read more
HR Famous: When Employees Pass Around Salary Worksheets
In episode 26 of The HR Famous Podcast, longtime HR leaders (and friends) Kris Dunn and Jessica Lee discuss their favorite real estate apps, the hottest … Read more
New DOL Guidance on Compensation Issues Related to Remote Work
The Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor recently published new guidance for employers, focusing on compliance under the Fair Labor Standards … Read more
The Most Taboo Topic in the Hiring Process
Editor’s Note: This is part of a duo of simultaneously published articles about our collective discomfort addressing salary issues more openly. Check … Read more
5 Ways to Support Employees With Debt
“Leave your problems at the door” used to be a common expression in U.K work culture. However, the idea that it’s possible for employees to completely … Read more
HR Famous Podcast: Crocs and Compensation Strategy in a COVID World
In episode 17 of The HR Famous Podcast, long-time HR leaders (and friends) Kris Dunn and Tim Sackett come together to discuss Crocs, compensation strategy, … Read more
Don’t Believe the Lies About Gen Z and Money
A recent study by The Workforce Institute at Kronos uncovered an interesting twist when it comes to the importance of money in attracting and retaining the … Read more
Incentive Systems Won’t Substitute For Good Management
For two decades I designed compensation and performance management systems for large and medium companies. I always had this nagging thought that after two … Read more
Management Lessons Learned On a Driving Range
Note: The following excerpt about celebrating wins is from the book Balanced Accountability: Three Leadership Secrets to Win Hearts and Maximize … Read more
Do You Really Need All Those Incentive Plans?
It’s a fact. Left on their own, with no boundaries or constraints, incentive plans will often multiply like rabbits. I once spoke with a … Read more