Hot Topics in Compensation for 2010

Approved for HRCI Credit!

With spending limits and the need to do more with less keeping employees happy gets tougher every day. Obtain brand new practical information on compensation and get answers to the following questions:

• What are the top three biggest blunders HR Professionals can make when advising their organizations on compensation practices?
• Where can you get reliable information to use when making compensation decisions?
• How do you plan for the upcoming turnaround without going crazy with employees wanting more money and/or having their jobs re-evaluated?

Questions? Send your questions by February 12, 2010 to Sharon@kosshrexpert.com OR sharondoug@aol.com.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the three biggest mistakes companies make in setting compensation policy and administering their compensation plans.
• Conduct salary research effectively.
• Equip your organizations with accurate salary planning information.
• Plan effectively for the coming economic up-turn.
• Develop equitable internal compensation practices, particularly for employees who have taken on additional roles.

Presenter Info:

Sharon Koss has owned her own HR/Compensation Consulting firm for almost 24 years and is an SPHR and CCP.  She regularly teaches for SHRM and has been head of the HRCI Board.  Sharon is also the author of Solving the Compensation Puzzle, published by SHRM in 2008.

We will have a raffle at the event that will benefit the local area SHRM student chapters.  Consider bringing a few dollars for a chance to win a fabulous prize!

WHEN: Thursday, February 18,  2010 - 7:30AM to 9:00AM
(Registration at 7:15AM)

WHERE: Washington Athletic Club
1325 Sixth Avenue
Seattle, WA

PRICE:
Seattle SHRM Member:  $35.00
Non-member:   $45.00
Student:    $15.00

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*Price includes meal. February's meal is farm fresh scrambled eggs with rondele cheese, O'Brien potatoes, and streusel.

Registration ends on Monday, February 15th at 5pm. Walk-in registrants may be charged more at the door.