by Justine Risenhoover | Apr 2026 Most compensation plans are built with good intentions… but they miss the mark in one critical way: They reward activity instead of outcomes. And when that happens, you don’t get performance—you get motion. Busy teams, missed goals, and frustration on both sides. If you want your compensation plan to actually move the business forward , it’s time to flip the model. _________________________________________________________________________ Sta

by Susan Nelson | Apr 2026 Let’s say the quiet part out loud: Most CEOs aren’t losing sleep over whether HR updated the handbook. They’re not thinking about: Whether the latest engagement survey went out How organized the personnel files are If HR holds a certification Or how well the last team event was planned Those things matter, but they’re not what drives the business forward. _________________________________________________________________________ What Leaders Actuall

by Susan Nelson | Feb 2026 An adverse employment action is any decision an employer makes that negatively impacts an employee’s job in a meaningful way. This includes changes to pay, role, schedule, responsibilities, growth opportunities, or overall working conditions. At its core, the concept is about harm —whether an employment decision puts an employee at a disadvantage because of who they are or because they exercised a protected right. Understanding what qualifies as a

by Eric Dyches | Nov 2025 When an employee leaves—whether by choice or through termination—final pay can become a gray area, especially when commissions are involved. While each state has its own rules, one universal principle applies: employers must pay all compensation that has been earned and owed , including commissions, as defined by any existing agreements or written policies. That’s why a clear, written commission agreement or offer letter isn’t just a formality—it’s

by Eric Dyches | July 2025 When an employee returns from inpatient mental health care, it’s not only a sensitive moment — it’s a legal...