We are often asked, “When is the best time to start developing or revising our Variable Pay Plan for next year?” The answer is always “Right after mid-year.” But first, what exactly is “Variable Pay?” Typically, Variable Pay refers to incentives, bonuses, or commissions an employee can earn that...
Resources
At Total Reward Solutions, we take seriously our reputation as
“Your Trusted Partner for Employee Compensation Solutions.”
One way we continue to earn that distinction is by sharing thought leadership on the employee compensation and total rewards topics you care about. From blog posts to case studies to podcasts to Cassandra Faurote’s SHRM-approved recertification resource book, Compensation $ense 101, we’ve got the insights and answers you can count on.
SHRM-Approved Book
This book by TRS CEO Cassandra Faurote is a definitive resource that’s SHRM-approved for professional recertification.
Compensation Sense 101: Common Sense Answers to Your Questions about Employee Compensation and Total Rewards presents a Q&A format with 8 chapters that provide answers to your compensation and total rewards questions. It is also available as an Audible audiobook!
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Book
This SHRM-approved book by TRS CEO Cassandra Faurote is a definitive resource that’s SHRM-approved for professional recertification. Compensation Sense 101: Common Sense Answers to Your Questions about Employee Compensation and Total Rewards presents a Q&A format with 8 chapters that provide answers to your compensation and total rewards questions.
Click here to get your copy!
Industry Info
What is Comp Speak? Compensation terms are numerous and difficult for most to understand. In the Q&A’s in this document, we are going to simplify “comp speak” so you may have a better understanding of various compensation terms used in organizations.
Click here to open the PDF document.
Case Studies
Case Study #1: This Case Study spotlights how Total Reward Solutions served the unique needs of an Automotive Supplier.
Case Study #2: This Case Study spotlights how Total Reward Solutions served the unique needs of a Telecommunications Distribution Company.
Case Study #3: This Case Study spotlights how Total Reward Solutions served the unique needs of a Financial Services Company.
Podcasts/Videos
Overtime Rules (Click to Watch):
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Recent Selections From Our Blog:
NOW is the Time to Develop or Update Variable Pay Plans
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Have We Lost Hope on Wages?
Earning a living depends on earning a “living wage.” Unfortunately, evidence continues to show many Americans are not only struggling to “get by” but might also be losing hope that they will ever “get ahead.” What The Numbers Say Recent surveys indicate employees are indeed losing hope on...
Chaos Ramps Up: Top 10 Employee Compensation and Benefits Challenges in 2026
Each new calendar year brings employee compensation and benefits concerns for employers, and 2026 is no exception. In fact, it might be the most dynamic year in recent memory and will require extra awareness and diligence to manage challenges such as competitive salaries, flexible work...