Totally Rewarding Chats

The future of pay equity and transparency In this conversation, Sean Luitjens and Jennifer Hassrick discuss the critical topics of pay equity and transparency in the workplace. They explore Jennifer's unique career path, the definitions of pay equity and transparency, and the best practices for implementing pay equity initiatives. The discussion also covers the challenges organizations face in add...

Leveraging recognition, storytelling, and technology in total rewards Sean Luitjens and John Baldino discuss various topics related to total rewards programs and HR. They cover the importance of recognition and storytelling in total rewards, the need for competency development, common mistakes in data analysis and communication, and the role of technology in total rewards. They also touch on the s...

Understanding pay equity, transparency, and the raw pay gap In this conversation, Sean Luitjens and Gail Greenfield discuss pay equity and transparency in the workplace. Gail explains the difference between pay equity and the raw pay gap, highlighting the importance of addressing both the explained and unexplained parts of the pay gap. She also defines transparency as the mandatory and discretiona...

The role of technology in addressing compensation challenges In this conversation, Sean Luitjens interviews Rekha Gurnani Chowdhury, an expert in compensation and people analytics. They discuss the biggest challenges facing compensation teams, including capacity, capability, and the tension between standardization and personalization. They also delve into the hurdles of performance management and...

HR and compensation challenges small businesses face Alison Stevens, Senior Director of HR Services at Paychex, discusses the challenges that small businesses face in managing HR and compensation. Small businesses often have limited resources and struggle to attract and retain talent. They may lack knowledge of compensation standards and struggle to navigate the regulatory environment. Stevens emp...

Tying people analytics to business goals is critical In this conversation, Laura Gale, a compensation consultant, and host Sean Lutjens, General Manager of Compensation Benchmarks at Visier, discuss the concept of Compensation as a Service and its growing demand. They discuss different engagement models, including project-based work, resource gap-filling, and ongoing support. They emphasize the im...

Tying people analytics to business goals is critical In this episode, Sean and Teri discuss evolving challenges companies face, from the need for innovative retention approaches to balancing short-term mental wellness and long-term financial wellness. They discuss the importance of aligning people analytics with business goals, and how HR professionals can use storytelling as a method to effective...

What's next for recruiting practices, upskilling, and internal mobility? In this episode, Sean and Gerry explore the evolving landscape of talent acquisition, including how leaders are rethinking internal movement, the importance of strategic workforce planning, and the value of leveraging data-driven insights to improve hiring outcomes. About Visier Visier helps your business win by adapting to c...

Tying people analytics to business goals is critical Sean Luitjens and Paul Reiman discuss the need for modernizing compensation management which hasn't changed much in decades. They advocate for flexible, transparent compensation strategies that align with both business objectives and employee needs. The discussion underscores the importance of moving towards more dynamic, performance-based adjus...

Insights on recruitment tech and CEO pay disparities Chad provides his background in the recruitment tech industry and highlights the significant disparity between CEO pay and the pay of typical workers. They discuss the short-term focus of CEOs and the issue of golden parachutes for underperforming executives. They explore potential solutions, including implementing a maximum ratio between CEO pa...

It's time to think holistically about total rewards Sandrine Bardot, a global compensation guru, discusses the unique aspects of total rewards in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. She highlights the composition of the workforce in the GCC, which is heavily dependent on expatriate workers, and the impact this has on pay structures and allowances. Sandrine discusses the increasing importanc...

It's time to think holistically about total rewards Kim Seals and Sean Luitjens discuss the evolution of total rewards and the importance of linking it to the employee value proposition. She emphasizes the need to think about total rewards holistically, beyond just compensation and benefits, and to consider factors such as career opportunities and work-life balance. Kim also highlights the importa...

The importance of job grading and fair pay structures In this conversation, Sean Luitjens interviews Philipp Schuch, the founder of Gradar, a job evaluation and compensation platform. They discuss the importance of job grading and its role in establishing fair and rational pay structures. They also explore the challenges organizations face in implementing job grading, especially in light of new pa...

Mastering the art of global mobility: Technology, legislation, and the employee experience Explore the complex landscape of global mobility, which involves managing international assignments that cover compensation, benefits, and enhancing the employee experience. In this episode, Sean Luitjens and Vicki Marsh discuss how technological advancements are reshaping this field, albeit challenged by st...

Addressing pay equity and transparency In this conversation, Tom Mcmullen, a client partner at Korn Ferry, discusses the topics of pay equity and pay transparency. He explains that pay equity is about creating a level playing field for individuals, while pay transparency is about providing information on salary ranges to applicants and employees. Tom highlights the importance of reducing pay gaps...

Unpacking pay equity and transparency with Maria Colacurcio Join Maria Colacurcio, CEO of Syndio, and Sean Luitjens in a conversation about pay equity and transparency in today's workplace. They discuss why pay transparency is more than just a trend, with increasing state mandates for companies to disclose pay ranges. They also chat about pay equity, understanding the principles of equal pay for e...

Enhancing compensation benchmarking with quality data Belinda Roberts, the data and insights leader for the US and Canada for Mercer, discusses the importance of quality data in compensation benchmarking. She emphasizes the need for a robust job architecture and coverage of jobs across the market. She also highlights the value of understanding and participating in industry and local market surveys...

Addressing pay equity and transparency In this conversation, Tom Mcmullen, a client partner at Korn Ferry, discusses the topics of pay equity and pay transparency. He explains that pay equity is about creating a level playing field for individuals, while pay transparency is about providing information on salary ranges to applicants and employees. Tom highlights the importance of reducing pay gaps...

Countdown to 2027: Preparing for pay transparency impact Stuart Hyland from Blick Rothenberg discusses the EU pay transparency directive and its implications for companies. The directive aims to address the gender pay gap by requiring employers to report on pay disparities and take corrective actions. The regulations cover employers of all sizes and include reporting on base salary, bonuses, varia...

Pay transparency will take on a new life in 2024 In this episode, Sean and David explore the evolving corporate culture, the impact of remote work, internal and external pay transparency, and predictions for the next 12 to 24 months in the HR tech landscape. About Visier Visier helps your business win by adapting to change faster. We give you a Workforce AI Edge: the set of AI-powered capabilities...