Pay Transparency and the Gender Wage Gap
By Kimberly Kafafian I started my HR career in compensation. Part of my responsibility at that time was to market price entire departments to ensure external competitiveness. I remember how bizarre – and deeply bothersome – it was to focus on external competitiveness while being forced to ignore the disparate pay levels between men and […]
How to Design a Pay Structure
By Kimberly Kafafian Did you know there is a systematic way to analyze your employee compensation packages? If not, now is the time to invest in developing a formal pay structure; the right pay structure can make all the difference in the success of your company. A methodically devised pay structure considers more than compensation; […]
Workplace Perks Employees Value the Most
Having trouble attracting and retaining the right workforce even though you offer competitive wages? Maybe it’s time you reassess your benefits offering. Today’s workers want more than just a good paycheck. They’re prioritizing health, flexibility, and work-life balance. Do the perks you’re offering fit what candidates are seeking? As an HR benefits specialist, I make […]
The Advantages of an HR Audit
By Kimberly Kafafian You may be familiar with a financial audit, but what about an HR audit? Getting a pulse on your organization’s policies and procedures can be just as valuable as understanding your numbers. If you want your workforce and bottom line to thrive, it’s important to assess if your HR practices are running […]
Employer Branding’s Importance in Recruitment
By Kimberly Kafafian Candidates have control of the labor market right now. Full stop. Between COVID and the Great Resignation, the playing field has entirely changed and employees are no longer beholden to their employers. The circumstances of the last two years have employees at all levels, across all sectors and industries, rethinking their […]