A compensation philosophy is a short, written statement of the rules your organization uses to decide how it pays people. It names what your pay is meant to do (attract, retain, reward performance, signal fairness), where you want to sit relative to the market, and what trade-offs you’re willing to make to stay consistent. Most … Read more
Around this time each year, we’re flooded with predictions about the “next big thing” in HR for the upcoming year. At ERC, we’ve certainly contributed to these conversations in the past, but for 2025, we’re taking a different approach. Rather than chasing the latest trends, we encourage you to step back and adopt a more … Read more
With five—and sometimes even six—generations now working side by side, today’s workplace has become more complex than ever. From Traditionalists to Generation Z, each group brings unique perspectives, values, and work styles. This can lead to opportunities for growth, as different generations contribute with unique strengths, however, it can also present challenges like communication barriers, … Read more
The Highlights: Selecting the right supervisor for your team is about more than filling a vacancy; it’s about choosing a leader who will foster growth and positivity within your team. At the same time, understanding the true potential of candidates beyond their resumes can be challenging. This guide is meant to help you navigate this … Read more
Cleveland, OH – September 25, 2024 – ERC, the trusted 104-year-old organization that provides HR services to help leaders build better workplaces, is excited to launch a redesigned member portal and exclusive HR Resources Hub in mid-October. As part of ERC’s commitment to delivering relevant and valuable resources, this new HR platform, powered by Zywave’s Human … Read more
When it comes to paying your employees, starting with the right strategy is critical, and we’ve seen firsthand what works—and what doesn’t. ERC compensation expert Nicole Doria, CCP shares practical insights to guide you through the essential steps of developing a compensation strategy. Whether you’re a CEO or an HR leader, these three steps will … Read more
Most compensation problems do not show up as compensation problems. They show up as a recruiter who keeps losing finalists at the offer stage, a tenured engineer who quietly accepts a competing offer, or a board that asks why payroll is up 11% with no clear story behind it. After working with hundreds of Northeast … Read more
The Highlights: For small and mid-sized businesses the HR function is a critical part of business operations, but there’s often not a perfect approach to staffing or resource support. Organizations often grapple with the timing of that first full-time HR hire. For those with one or multiple HR team members, employee transitions, employee leave, and … Read more
If the Northeast Ohio region were a stage, the NorthCoast 99 winning companies would be the A-list stars! These companies don’t just shine – they steal the show with their innovation and commitment to their employees. I feel so lucky each year to have front-row seats to see the best companies in action. They not … Read more
Cleveland, OH – September 3, 2024 – ERC, the trusted 104-year-old organization that provides HR services to help leaders build better workplaces, is proud to announce the promotion and expansion of its leadership team. Effective immediately, six key members of ERC’s team will step into new executive roles that reflect the organization’s evolving needs and … Read more
Cleveland, Ohio – August 22, 2024 – ERC, the trusted 104-year-old organization that helps build better workplaces, is pleased to announce the promotion of Allison Kenney to Director, Membership & HR Services. In her new role, Allison will join ERC’s leadership team, where she will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the … Read more
