by Kathleen Quinn Votaw | Feb 11, 2019
If there is one word that cuts through the complexity of employee compensation, it’s fairness. Fair pay for the actual work, and fair pay in relation to colleagues and market expectations. There are many reasons to make fairness the cornerstone of your compensation...
by Kathleen Quinn Votaw | Feb 11, 2019
Not long ago, the CFO of a fast-growing $150 million company with 80 sales reps was planning to move to a bigger, better location. I suggested that he not move everyone into the new space and, instead, arrange for some of the reps to work remotely. I was shocked by...
by Kathleen Quinn Votaw | Oct 4, 2018
Great Workplace Cultures A-players want adequate compensation, but most people are surprised to learn that high salaries are not even in the top five things they want from their employer. In fact, it’s not necessarily “things” like beer, foosball games, or dollar...
by Kathleen Quinn Votaw | Oct 4, 2018
Assessing Employee Engagement Productivity, morale, customer service, and retention levels rise with increasing employee engagement. Far from a trendy buzzword, engagement is a crucial business strategy that saves money and generates revenue throughout your business....
by Kathleen Quinn Votaw | Oct 4, 2018
Employee Recruitment and Retention Three out of four employees are either actively looking for a new job or open to moving if they’re approached—yes even your employees! This means that you cannot focus all of your efforts on finding new employees. You must also put...
