Compensation professionals have a basic mantra: Attract, Motivate and Retain. It is the basis for many companies’ compensation philosophies. It...
Startup Stock Options: Cash acquisition stock payout?
Jul 24,2014July 24, 2014
Question from Quora I have shares from exercised options in a company I worked for a few years ago. The...
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Jul 22,2014July 22, 2014
You’re a hard worker. You’re dedicated and passionate about your job. But, promotions and raises have come slowly. Both require...
Pay for Performance Lessons from the Tour de France
Jul 21,2014July 21, 2014
The 2014 Tour de France is 2276 miles (3664 K). It is a grueling race that covers 21 stages that...
How to reduce dysfunctional peer competition among managers
Jul 10,2014July 10, 2014
Question: I oversee the HR function in a large Process Consulting/ Outsourcing firm. We plan to grow aggressively in near...
The Best Laid Plans of Mice and Compensation Professionals
Jul 10,2014July 10, 2014
It’s hard. Sometimes it’s very hard. You took the classes. You studied the facts. You brought in great outside experts....
4 Links Between Entrepreneurs, College Students and Swimming
Jul 02,2014July 2, 2014
I spoke to a recent high school graduate who wanted some insight on going to college. He was leaving California...
Resources and thoughts on recurring stock option grants?
Jul 02,2014July 2, 2014
Question: I’m currently working on a project for a high-growth, 500 ee company in the tech sector, would like to...
I am looking for specific information on design considerations and options/practices in developing a long term incentive plan for a privately held company. Any anonymous examples would also be helpful. Your assistance is greatly appreciated!
Jul 02,2014July 2, 2014
Dan Walter’s Answer: I think I can provide some help. This is a bit of a specialty of mine. First...