Compensation and benefits refer to the total rewards that employees receive in exchange for their work.
Compensation includes monetary rewards such as salary, wages, bonuses, commissions, and stock options.
Benefits cover non-monetary perks, such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, wellness programs, and other incentives.
A well-structured compensation and benefits package helps attract, retain, and motivate employees while ensuring fairness and competitiveness in the job market.
Compensation and benefits play a key role in motivating employees by:
In short, when employees feel fairly rewarded, they’re more likely to stay engaged, perform well, and grow with the company.