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Most employee bonuses last year were expected to match 2023 levels

HR Brew

Last year, the bonus pool at 58% of companies was expected to match the 2023 incentives rate, according to a survey by Gartner. The 2024 study (surveying 64 total rewards leaders) found that 11% of organizations planned to increase their short-term incentive budgets, while 6% expected to decrease.

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How incentive theory drives motivation and behavior in the workplace

Achievers

Incentive theory offers valuable insights into what drives employee motivation in the workplace. Whether it’s a financial perk, professional growth opportunity , or simple recognition, incentives help create a culture where employees feel valued and motivated to contribute their best. What is incentive theory?

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What Incentives Can Do, What Incentives Cannot Do

Compensation Force

Incentive compensation. Incentives are dangerous, and not just because people game them. Incentives are like that jet engine. Yet incentives are still the first resort of most managers, perhaps because they all think they’re smart enough to create the perfect carrot. Things Incentives Can Do 1.

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Disgruntled Employee: Meaning, Threats & Ways to Deal

HR Lineup

This decline can manifest in various ways, including: Lower Work Output: Disengaged employees are less likely to put in the effort required to meet their targets, leading to lower overall productivity. One-on-One Meetings: Have private discussions with the employee to understand their concerns directly.

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Recruit Those That Can Start Work Immediately – With “Start Next Week Hiring”

Dr. John Sullivan

Maximize your number of qualified applicants by highlighting your starting date requirement you can attract more “SNWH” applicants while at the same time avoiding wasting time on those who can’t meet your starting date requirement. Make it easy to instantly identify which applicants can meet your start date requirement.

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A Small Business’s Guide to Hiring Seasonal Employees

Extensis

These workers help businesses meet increased demand during their peak periods, alleviate workforce burnout, and potentially reduce long-term recruiting costs. Seasonal employees are hired temporarily to meet increased demand throughout the year. Quick look: Approximately 75,000 seasonal employees work in the U.S.

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How To Craft a Strategic Hiring Plan in 2025

AIHR

This plan helps ensure that your recruitment process is aligned with your company’s growth aspirations so it can meet its staffing needs. This involves making strategic decisions and trade-offs about where to invest resources for the best return, such as advertising, recruitment agency fees, and employee referral bonuses.