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Variable Pay is an Active Part of Competitive Compensation Programs
on Monday, March 31, 2025
Despite the economic uncertainty in the U.S. right now, organizations are still pushing forward with including variable pay as part of their overall compensation strategy and compensation programs.
Bonus plans at all levels of roles are still in action and seek to provide extra pay for meeting specific outcomes and goals, on top of the employee’s agreed upon base salary.
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The Dangers of Making Gut-Based Decisions in the Workplace
on Monday, March 24, 2025
We have all been there: a crucial meeting, high stakes, and someone says, "Let's just go with our gut." Sometimes it feels right, a flash of intuition guiding the way. But in today's complex work environment, relying solely on gut feelings can be a recipe for disaster.
Top Five Paid Leave Oregon and Family Medical Leave Questions
on Monday, March 17, 2025
Oregon has seen a significant change to protected leave laws over the past few years. The Paid Leave Oregon (PLO) program began in late 2023, and rules and regulations are continuing to change. The Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) went through major amendments in July 2024. Fortunately for employers also covered by the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), FMLA has not changed.
Non-Profit Compensation Data Coming this Spring!
on Monday, March 10, 2025
Cascade recently announced a new resource for our members: a free compensation report featuring data on the top 50 most frequently reported jobs, coming this May. We are excited to report that we will also be publishing a Non-Profit Only version of this report as well. We have called out 150 of the top requested non-profit positions and need your help filling in the data for these.
Key HR Regulations and Compliance Changes to Expect Throughout 2025
on Monday, March 3, 2025
As 2025 unfolds, employers face a rapidly evolving HR compliance landscape shaped by legislative shifts, economic pressures, and technological advancements. From rising state minimum wages to the growing emphasis on pay transparency, businesses must stay ahead of regulatory changes to avoid costly penalties and maintain fair workplace practices. Meanwhile, DEI initiatives face growing challenges, creating uncertainty for companies working to balance compliance with workplace inclusion efforts. At the same time, the rise of AI in HR processes presents new concerns around bias, privacy, and ethical use.
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Variable Pay is an Active Part of Competitive Compensation Programs
Despite the economic uncertainty in the U.S. right now, organizations are still pushing forward with including variable pay as part of their overall compensation strategy and compensation programs.
Bonus plans at all levels of roles are still in action and seek to provide extra pay for meeting specific outcomes and goals, on top of the employee’s agreed upon base salary.
The Dangers of Making Gut-Based Decisions in the Workplace
We have all been there: a crucial meeting, high stakes, and someone says, "Let's just go with our gut." Sometimes it feels right, a flash of intuition guiding the way. But in today's complex work environment, relying solely on gut feelings can be a recipe for disaster.
Top Five Paid Leave Oregon and Family Medical Leave Questions
Oregon has seen a significant change to protected leave laws over the past few years. The Paid Leave Oregon (PLO) program began in late 2023, and rules and regulations are continuing to change. The Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) went through major amendments in July 2024. Fortunately for employers also covered by the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), FMLA has not changed.
Non-Profit Compensation Data Coming this Spring!
Cascade recently announced a new resource for our members: a free compensation report featuring data on the top 50 most frequently reported jobs, coming this May. We are excited to report that we will also be publishing a Non-Profit Only version of this report as well. We have called out 150 of the top requested non-profit positions and need your help filling in the data for these.
Key HR Regulations and Compliance Changes to Expect Throughout 2025
As 2025 unfolds, employers face a rapidly evolving HR compliance landscape shaped by legislative shifts, economic pressures, and technological advancements. From rising state minimum wages to the growing emphasis on pay transparency, businesses must stay ahead of regulatory changes to avoid costly penalties and maintain fair workplace practices. Meanwhile, DEI initiatives face growing challenges, creating uncertainty for companies working to balance compliance with workplace inclusion efforts. At the same time, the rise of AI in HR processes presents new concerns around bias, privacy, and ethical use.