Understanding Compensation and Benefits: A Comprehensive Gui

About Compensation and benefits

Clarity and confidence for pay and benefits decisions

Compensation and benefits is a practitioner-focused media resource for leaders shaping total rewards. We translate complex market signals, benchmarking data, and policy shifts into practical guidance you can use.

Our mission is to help organizations build programs that retain talent, support performance, and withstand scrutiny, while improving cost efficiency and governance.

From job architecture to benefits design and incentive plans, we prioritize ROI, compliance, and outcomes you can measure.

What you can expect

Evidence-based insights tied to compensation strategies and governance
Actionable frameworks for benefits programs and vendor evaluation
Coverage of incentives and rewards that align performance and pay
Clear updates on legal and compliance requirements
Trends and innovations to modernize total rewards with confidence

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Spotlight

Understanding the Role of HSA in Covering Botox Treatments

Health Insurance

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23/08/2025

Understanding the Role of HSA in Covering Botox Treatments

Explore how Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can be used for Botox treatments, delving into the nuances of compensation and benefits.

Are probiotics eligible for HSA coverage?

Explore the eligibility of probiotics for Health Savings Account (HSA) coverage and understand the nuances of compensation and benefits.

Can You Use Your HSA to Buy Protein Powder?

Explore whether you can purchase protein powder with your Health Savings Account (HSA) and understand the nuances of HSA-eligible expenses.

Understanding FSA and COBRA: Navigating Your Benefits

Explore the intricacies of FSA and COBRA, two essential components of employee benefits, and learn how they impact your compensation package.

by Charlotte Bernier-Wells

Navigating Workplace Relationships: The Impact on Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Policies

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21/08/2025

Navigating Workplace Relationships: The Impact on Compensation and Benefits

Explore how workplace relationships influence compensation and benefits, and learn strategies to manage fraternisation in the workplace effectively.

Understanding Quid Pro Quo Harassment in the Workplace

Explore the intricacies of quid pro quo harassment, its implications in the workplace, and how it intersects with compensation and benefits.

Understanding the Impact of Non-Fraternization Policies on Workplace Dynamics

Explore how non-fraternization policies affect workplace relationships and their implications on compensation and benefits.

by Jean-Paul Dubois-Maier

Paid Time Off

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20/08/2025

Understanding the Sandwich Leave Policy

Explore the intricacies of the sandwich leave policy and its impact on employee compensation and benefits.

Understanding 'In Lieu of Notice' in Compensation and Benefits

Explore the concept of 'in lieu of notice' and its implications in compensation and benefits. Learn how it affects employees and employers alike.

by Jean-Paul Dubois-Maier

Affordable Ways to Boost Employee Engagement

Recognition Programs

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19/08/2025

Affordable Ways to Boost Employee Engagement

Explore cost-effective strategies to enhance employee engagement and foster a positive work environment.

Understanding the Role of Social Media in Background Screening

Explore how social media background screening impacts compensation and benefits, and what job seekers and employers need to know.

by Madeleine Beaumont

Understanding the Dynamics of VCS Payroll

Gig Economy Compensation

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18/08/2025

Understanding the Dynamics of VCS Payroll

Explore the intricacies of VCS payroll and its impact on compensation and benefits management.

by Charlotte Bernier-Wells

Crafting the Perfect Day Off Request Email

Paid Time Off

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17/08/2025

Crafting the Perfect Day Off Request Email

Learn how to effectively write a day off request email to ensure your time off is approved smoothly.

Enhancing Workforce Efficiency with Advanced Leave Management Solutions

Explore how advanced leave management solutions can streamline HR processes, improve employee satisfaction, and optimize workforce efficiency.

by Olivia Martinez

Can an employer reduce your salary as a form of discipline?

Compensation Policies

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16/08/2025

Can an employer reduce your salary as a form of discipline?

Explore the legal and ethical considerations surrounding salary reductions as a disciplinary measure by employers.

Understanding Salary in Lieu of Notice: What You Need to Know

Explore the intricacies of salary in lieu of notice, a crucial aspect of compensation and benefits, and understand its implications for employees and employers.

by Jean-Paul Dubois-Maier