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Erik is a Compensation Analyst from St. Louis, Missouri with experience in municipal government and healthcare.
Why Compensation Analysis Matters (and How to Get Started)
Posted inCompensation Fundamentals

Why Compensation Analysis Matters (and How to Get Started)

Ever wondered what “compensation analysis” actually means in the wild world of HR? It’s not just fancy talk for number-crunching paychecks; it’s about creating a balance that makes everyone happy…
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Posted by Erik Bates November 3, 2024
Compa-Ratios: The Key to Unlocking Fair Pay
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Compa-Ratios: The Key to Unlocking Fair Pay

Compa-ratios: a crucial tool in the world of compensation analysis that can help you assess whether your pay structure is fair and competitive. It's the compass that guides you through…
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Posted by Erik Bates October 3, 2024
Reimagine Inclusion by Mita Mallick: A Must-Read for HR and Beyond
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Reimagine Inclusion by Mita Mallick: A Must-Read for HR and Beyond

Reimagine Inclusion by Mita Mallick Mita Mallick’s Reimagine Inclusion offers sharp insights into how HR professionals can drive meaningful workplace change. In the book, she tackles 13 myths about diversity,…
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Posted by Erik Bates September 29, 2024
What is Compensation Analysis?
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What is Compensation Analysis?

That’s a bit of a loaded question, isn’t it? What is compensation analysis? What is analysis? You could ask 10 people in this field and get 10 different answers. A…
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Posted by Erik Bates September 18, 2024
Indispensable (adj): Someone on the fast-track to burnout
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Indispensable (adj): Someone on the fast-track to burnout

The belief that we are indispensable can be a powerful motivator, but it can also lead to burnout and isolation. Here are some practical steps to break free from this…
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Posted by Erik Bates September 13, 2024
Posted inDevelopment

Is it time to rethink Tuition Assistance Programs?

This white paper from Learn In (found via Hacking HR) makes some compelling arguments and provides great insight into the history and questionable necessity of Tuition Assistance Programs. "Most [Tuition…
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Posted by Erik Bates August 30, 2024
Posted inDiscussions

Who Supports the Support Team?

Another day, another LinkedIn post that's getting me thinking. In short, Hebba Youssef (who I highly recommend that all HR professionals follow), posted a funny meme about how little support…
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Posted by Erik Bates August 26, 2024
Posted inDevelopment

Facing the Fear of Rejection

I saw a post on LinkedIn today that talked about the value of rejection. Overall, I agree with the author. But, as usual, there are caveats. It is entirely possible…
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Posted by Erik Bates August 25, 2024
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