In Part 2 of this case study on Apple’s talent management practices, I look at its approach to innovation, compensation, and benefits, careerpathing, and … Read more
Some Wage-Hour Questions You May Get Due to Hurricane Irene
By John E. Thompson Affected employers will no doubt have a variety of wage-hour questions in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. The number and scope of the … Read more
Being the Nice Guy Will Cost You $10,000
“‘Niceness’ — in the form of the trait of agreeableness –does not appear to pay.” Not at all. In fact, it costs to be … Read more
Shrink Pay Not Shrinking
Doctor pay is about flat, but psychiatrists’ compensation is up 11.5%. That’s from a new Medicus Firm survey of 2,339 physicians, nurse … Read more
Starting Salaries Rise For New Grads
Two good news developments for colleges and their students: starting salary offers are up , and a new Facebook app to help career centers promote jobs … Read more
Most Workers Get Emails in Off-Hours From Bosses Who Expect a Reply
Several years ago, as I was preparing to head off for a long weekend hiking in the Yosemite backcountry, I got a call from the CEO. “Why won’t … Read more
That 24/7 Workplace Could Cost Time-and-a-Half
Several years ago, as I was preparing to head off for a long weekend hiking in the Yosemite backcountry, I got a call from the CEO. “Why won’t … Read more
Are You Really a Bona Fide Executive Exempt From Receiving Overtime?
By John A. Gallagher Here’s a question I get a lot: Is it possible I am entitled to overtime even though my employer says I am a bona fide executive? … Read more
What is a “Workweek,” and Why You Should Care
By John E. Thompson Many compensation policies and similar documents refer to wages for non-exempt employees in the context of a “week,” a … Read more
Tips and Fluctuating Workweek Scrutinized in DOL’s Final FLSA Ruling
By Patricia F. Weisberg The U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division’s final rule amending the agency’s Fair Labor Standards Act regulations took … Read more