The Case Against Cash Awards

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Carl Martens

When it comes to compensation above and beyond salary or commission, companies have traditionally turned to cash. It’s fast, it’s easy and everybody likes it! But according to The Incentive Research Foundation (IRF), many companies are now recognizing that cash awards and incentives aren’t necessarily the best way to go. Here’s the case against cash: […]

Non-Cash Awards WORK!

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Carl Martens

Money talks, but a thoughtful gift speaks volumes. Plain and simple – non-cash incentives are good for your business. A properly designed incentive program can have a positive impact on your company’s bottom line. The numbers don’t lie! According to the Incentive Research Foundation, a company with a cash-based program has to spend 12 cents […]