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Why Microsoft is tying performance and compensation to cybersecurity efforts

HR Brew

In March, Microsoft said part of senior leaders’ compensation would be based on how they meet “security plans and milestones” laid out in the company’s Secure Future Initiative, which aims to improve cybersecurity practices based on recent incidents. It will be considered in annual bonus and compensation decisions, Smith wrote.

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Why Employees Leave Companies in 2018 [poll results]

HR Bartender

Better compensation and benefits. It won’t be any surprise that not too far behind compensation and benefits was a three-way tie with opportunities for advancement, supportive management, and flexible work. The post Why Employees Leave Companies in 2018 [poll results] appeared first on hr bartender.

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As DOJ recruits whistleblowers, here’s how HR can encourage employees to come forward

HR Brew

Under a new pilot program that started August 1, the DOJ is offering compensation to whistleblowers whose tips result in a successful prosecution. The share of employees reporting misconduct in their workplaces fell by five percentage points from 2018–2019 to 2020–2021, according to research published by consulting firm Gartner in June 2022.

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Want a New Job in 2018? Here are 10 Things You Need to Know

HR Bartender

One of the comments I’m hearing from friends and colleagues is that 2018 is the year that they’re going to get a new job. Make a good impression so you can get the new job (and the compensation package) you really want. The post Want a New Job in 2018? But what’s that old saying about looking for a job being a full-time job?

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Charting Your Course Through Changing Regulations

Speaker: Bonnie Treichel, Senior Consultant & CCO, Multnomah Group

For many employers that have launched multistate offices in the past, compensation and payroll taxes have always been top of mind. October 10, 2018 11 AM PST, 2 PM EST, 7 PM BST Best practices for monitoring changes to the rules to ensure HR can grow the company without drowning in legalese.

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Walgreens will match 401(k) contributions to student loan payments in 2025

HR Brew

Under the new benefit, which will be available to eligible employees starting in January 2025, Walgreens will contribute up to 4% of workers’ eligible compensation to their 401(k) accounts when they make student loan payments. Walgreens is offering this benefit thanks to a provision of the SECURE 2.0

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3 tips for designing a compensation package less scrutinized than Elon Musk’s

HR Brew

On June 13, Tesla shareholders will vote on whether to restore a pay package CEO Elon Musk was granted in 2018, previously valued at $56 billion. Don’t let the CEO design their own compensation package. Be ready to justify the compensation plan. That’s not how it’s supposed to work,” Huang said.

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Small Business Compensation Trends for 2018

We’ve developed a special edition of PayScale’s 2018 Compensation Best Practices Report (CBPR) specifically for small businesses. Download the free small business edition to gain insights such as: Top compensation priorities and concerns for small businesses in 2018.

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Compensation Strategies for Fast Growing Companies

Speaker: Rusty Lindquist, VP Strategic HR Insights at Bamboo HR & Mykkah Herner, Modern Comp Evangelist at PayScale

Compensation is a critical piece of the puzzle that you must get right as you scale quickly. Neglecting to think about compensation planning can cost you top talent, slow down recruiting, and create internal inequities down the line. November 30, 2018 11:00 AM PST, 2:00 PM EST, 7:00 PM GMT.

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2019 Compensation Best Practices Report

2018 was a record-year of job growth. Whatever the reason, with everything from compensation to company outlook to key corporate values being shared online, it's easier than ever for workers to research and evaluate employers. Where organizations are setting compensation budgets. percent year over year. And more!

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Un”comp”licating Compensation - Building a Brand People Want to Work for

Speaker: Kathy Steele, CEO, Red Caffeine

Then fair and transparent compensation and benefits are the way to affirm your organization is dedicated to this pillar of the business. November 29, 2018 12.30 Are people your greatest asset? However, having a strategic comp philosophy is only one part of becoming an employer of choice. Optional: Are you a brand of choice?

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Communicating Pay to Employees

Speaker: Rusty Lindquist, VP Strategic HR Insights at Bamboo HR

How you can train your managers to have useful compensation conversations. November 8, 2018 10:00 AM PST, 1:00 PM EST, 5:00 PM GMT. Attend this webinar and learn: Why talking about pay with employees is so important. What typical situations you may encounter when it’s time to talk pay.

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People, HR & Analytics

Speaker: Rodney B. Bolton SPHR, CEO, HR BIZZ

Through analytics you can make better decisions about all aspects of HR strategy, including which candidates to hire, which employees are doing well, who's receiving adequate compensation and how employee retention can be improved. April 10, 2018 11 AM PST, 2 PM EST, 7 PM GMT