HR to Go. Inc. 916-444-6200 www.HRtoGo.com December 2008 - Management  

Compensation Trends

The business world continues to be extremely competitive, and businesses are constantly looking at ways to maintain a competitive edge. Managers are asked to do more with less. At the same time, we have mission and value statements that say that “employees are our most valuable assets.” How do we keep our costs in line while rewarding employees? Start With a Clear Compensation Strategy When faced with tough economic times, managers get pressure from all sides—employees, partners, vendors, distributors, stockholders and suppliers. Having a formal compensation philosophy can help organizations navigate through pay decisions when business pressures escalate.

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Why the Best Leaders Take Action First and Ask Questions Later

Aspiring leaders often assume role models are successful because they make careful, deliberate decisions. The truth is a little more complex. While it is true that executives who act impulsively – without considering available intelligence –risk making huge mistakes, it is also true that highly effective leaders believe quick action is the key to success. Here’s why:

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Retaining Younger Employees Isn’t Hard If You Know What To Do

Career counselors call younger empoyees “hummingbirds” because they flutter from job to job. But while it’s hard to get Generation X employees to stay put, it’s not impossible. Not if you follow these strategies:

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How Ignoring OSHA Turned into a $68,600 Fine for One Company

When OSHA issued a citation for a Construction company for allowing employees to work without fall protection, the company did not take measures to protect employees and deserved another citation, this time carrying a proposed penalty of $63,000.

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Smart Workplace Employers Ask

What are employer options for holiday pay and holiday work?

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2009 Labor Law Posters Now Available!

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The staff at HR to Go wishes you a wonderful holiday season!


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