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Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
June 5, 2023
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10 min read

3 Merit Matrix Types (and Choosing the Right One)

Here are 3 Merit Matrix Types to consider for your next compensation review (and how to choose the best for you).
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3 Merit Matrix Types (and Choosing the Right One)
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
June 5, 2023
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
10 min read

3 Merit Matrix Types (and Choosing the Right One)

Here are 3 Merit Matrix Types to consider for your next compensation review (and how to choose the best for you).
Barley Raises $4M to Make Compensation More Structured, Transparent, and Fair
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
March 8, 2023
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4 min read

Barley Raises $4M to Make Compensation More Structured, Transparent, and Fair

Barley, a compensation management platform that makes it easy for companies to structure, analyze and manage pay, launches today with $4 million in seed funding led by Golden Ventures with participation from Union Capital. 
HRD Talk Podcast: How to Comply and Thrive with Pay Transparency Laws
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January 23, 2023
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15 min listen

HRD Talk Podcast: How to Comply and Thrive with Pay Transparency Laws

Barley's co-founder and CEO of Barley, Jafar Owainati, talks about what HR leaders can do to get ready for pay transparency laws.
6 Steps to a Better Compensation Strategy
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
January 19, 2023
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
10 min read

6 Steps to a Better Compensation Strategy

Compensation can be your biggest cost... and asset. With these 6 steps, you can make your compensation strategy an incredible asset that supports your business goals and builds organizational trust.
Compensation Trends for Talent Leaders
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
January 18, 2023
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5 min read

Compensation Trends for Talent Leaders

From new pay transparency laws to shifts in the job market and economic instability, it's important for talent leaders to stay ahead of the game.
Am I Being Paid Fairly? The Employee's Guide to Compensation
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
December 5, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
14 min read

Am I Being Paid Fairly? The Employee's Guide to Compensation

Most companies spend a lot of time building out thoughtful compensation packages, but don't communicate the "why" and "how" to their employees. The Employee's Guide to Compensation bridges that gap.
Pay Transparency Laws Are Here. Are Your Salary Ranges Ready?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
November 2, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

Pay Transparency Laws Are Here. Are Your Salary Ranges Ready?

New laws raise complex questions for employers about how to create more pay transparency while considering the implications for employees.
Percentiles Demystified: How to Interpret Your Salary Benchmarking Survey
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
September 27, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

Percentiles Demystified: How to Interpret Your Salary Benchmarking Survey

By understanding percentiles, you'll be able to confidently select the right salary benchmarks for your company's compensation philosophy.
Is It Legal To Ask For A Candidate's Salary History?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
June 22, 2022
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6 min read

Is It Legal To Ask For A Candidate's Salary History?

It was once common practice for an interviewer to ask a candidate: “how much is your current salary?” In recent years, this question has fallen out of favor and may even be prohibited by law in your area.
The Most Common Compensation Mistake and How to Avoid It
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
June 7, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
8 min read

The Most Common Compensation Mistake and How to Avoid It

Making inconsistent decisions about pay is one of the biggest mistakes an organization can make - but the reality is that it happens all the time.
Compensation Management 101: A Simple Guide to HR’s Biggest Priority
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
May 4, 2022
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8 min read

Compensation Management 101: A Simple Guide to HR’s Biggest Priority

Compensation management is a crucial HR function that impacts everyone at the company and the bottom line. But over the years, the priorities of compensation management have shifted to become more proactive and address important business challenges.
Why Is Everyone Talking About Pay Transparency?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
April 19, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

Why Is Everyone Talking About Pay Transparency?

We are in the middle of a huge cultural shift in the world of work, and pay transparency is on the cutting edge of that change.
What's the Difference Between Pay Equity and Pay Equality?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
April 12, 2022
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7 min read

What's the Difference Between Pay Equity and Pay Equality?

Pay equity and pay equality are related concepts and both are a vital part of compensation strategy. Pay equity is specific, quantifiable, and required by law. Pay equality is the big philosophical concept around creating equal access to opportunity for all.
Salary Benchmarking: The Data You Need and Where to Get It
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
April 8, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

Salary Benchmarking: The Data You Need and Where to Get It

What kind of data should you use for compensation benchmarking and where do you get it?
How to Calculate Compa-ratio Like a Comp Pro
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
February 23, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

How to Calculate Compa-ratio Like a Comp Pro

Compa-ratio is a simple, but powerful, formula to analyze how well your employees’ salaries align to your company’s compensation philosophy.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Pay Bands
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
February 9, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
9 min read

A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Pay Bands

Creating Pay Bands for the first time is a large undertaking that requires time, research, budget, and buy-in from stakeholders. This guide breaks down the 6 steps you need to build a more mature compensation process.
How to Build Your First Job Leveling Framework
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
November 26, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

How to Build Your First Job Leveling Framework

Around the 100 to 200 employee mark, most organizations start to think about implementing a more structured and mature compensation process. One of the first steps is creating a Job Leveling framework.
Compensation Philosophy: 3 Different Ways To Win In The Market
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
November 4, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

Compensation Philosophy: 3 Different Ways To Win In The Market

A compensation philosophy determines the “why” behind pay. There are 3 approaches to setting your compensation philosophy to win in the labor market.
How Stripe, Zillow, and Other Top Companies Pay for Remote Work
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
October 21, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

How Stripe, Zillow, and Other Top Companies Pay for Remote Work

Five companies that are open about their compensation strategy for remote employees.
5 Approaches to Managing Compensation for Remote Work
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
July 26, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
7 min read

5 Approaches to Managing Compensation for Remote Work

This primer covers the 5 major ways of paying for remote work and what you should consider as you develop a compensation strategy that aligns to your business goals.

Compensation Fundamentals

3 Merit Matrix Types (and Choosing the Right One)
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
June 5, 2023
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
10 min read

3 Merit Matrix Types (and Choosing the Right One)

Here are 3 Merit Matrix Types to consider for your next compensation review (and how to choose the best for you).
Percentiles Demystified: How to Interpret Your Salary Benchmarking Survey
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
September 27, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

Percentiles Demystified: How to Interpret Your Salary Benchmarking Survey

By understanding percentiles, you'll be able to confidently select the right salary benchmarks for your company's compensation philosophy.
Compensation Management 101: A Simple Guide to HR’s Biggest Priority
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
May 4, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
8 min read

Compensation Management 101: A Simple Guide to HR’s Biggest Priority

Compensation management is a crucial HR function that impacts everyone at the company and the bottom line. But over the years, the priorities of compensation management have shifted to become more proactive and address important business challenges.
What's the Difference Between Pay Equity and Pay Equality?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
April 12, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
7 min read

What's the Difference Between Pay Equity and Pay Equality?

Pay equity and pay equality are related concepts and both are a vital part of compensation strategy. Pay equity is specific, quantifiable, and required by law. Pay equality is the big philosophical concept around creating equal access to opportunity for all.
Salary Benchmarking: The Data You Need and Where to Get It
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
April 8, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

Salary Benchmarking: The Data You Need and Where to Get It

What kind of data should you use for compensation benchmarking and where do you get it?
How to Calculate Compa-ratio Like a Comp Pro
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
February 23, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

How to Calculate Compa-ratio Like a Comp Pro

Compa-ratio is a simple, but powerful, formula to analyze how well your employees’ salaries align to your company’s compensation philosophy.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Pay Bands
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
February 9, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
9 min read

A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Pay Bands

Creating Pay Bands for the first time is a large undertaking that requires time, research, budget, and buy-in from stakeholders. This guide breaks down the 6 steps you need to build a more mature compensation process.
How to Build Your First Job Leveling Framework
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
November 26, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

How to Build Your First Job Leveling Framework

Around the 100 to 200 employee mark, most organizations start to think about implementing a more structured and mature compensation process. One of the first steps is creating a Job Leveling framework.
Compensation Philosophy: 3 Different Ways To Win In The Market
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
November 4, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

Compensation Philosophy: 3 Different Ways To Win In The Market

A compensation philosophy determines the “why” behind pay. There are 3 approaches to setting your compensation philosophy to win in the labor market.
5 Approaches to Managing Compensation for Remote Work
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
July 26, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
7 min read

5 Approaches to Managing Compensation for Remote Work

This primer covers the 5 major ways of paying for remote work and what you should consider as you develop a compensation strategy that aligns to your business goals.

Compensation Strategy

HRD Talk Podcast: How to Comply and Thrive with Pay Transparency Laws
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
January 23, 2023
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
15 min listen

HRD Talk Podcast: How to Comply and Thrive with Pay Transparency Laws

Barley's co-founder and CEO of Barley, Jafar Owainati, talks about what HR leaders can do to get ready for pay transparency laws.
Compensation Trends for Talent Leaders
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
January 18, 2023
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

Compensation Trends for Talent Leaders

From new pay transparency laws to shifts in the job market and economic instability, it's important for talent leaders to stay ahead of the game.
Pay Transparency Laws Are Here. Are Your Salary Ranges Ready?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
November 2, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

Pay Transparency Laws Are Here. Are Your Salary Ranges Ready?

New laws raise complex questions for employers about how to create more pay transparency while considering the implications for employees.
Is It Legal To Ask For A Candidate's Salary History?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
June 22, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

Is It Legal To Ask For A Candidate's Salary History?

It was once common practice for an interviewer to ask a candidate: “how much is your current salary?” In recent years, this question has fallen out of favor and may even be prohibited by law in your area.
The Most Common Compensation Mistake and How to Avoid It
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
June 7, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
8 min read

The Most Common Compensation Mistake and How to Avoid It

Making inconsistent decisions about pay is one of the biggest mistakes an organization can make - but the reality is that it happens all the time.
Why Is Everyone Talking About Pay Transparency?
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
April 19, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
6 min read

Why Is Everyone Talking About Pay Transparency?

We are in the middle of a huge cultural shift in the world of work, and pay transparency is on the cutting edge of that change.
How Stripe, Zillow, and Other Top Companies Pay for Remote Work
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
October 21, 2021
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
5 min read

How Stripe, Zillow, and Other Top Companies Pay for Remote Work

Five companies that are open about their compensation strategy for remote employees.

Barley Guides to Compensation

6 Steps to a Better Compensation Strategy
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
January 19, 2023
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
10 min read

6 Steps to a Better Compensation Strategy

Compensation can be your biggest cost... and asset. With these 6 steps, you can make your compensation strategy an incredible asset that supports your business goals and builds organizational trust.
Am I Being Paid Fairly? The Employee's Guide to Compensation
Time of posting an article for Barley Compensation Management Software
December 5, 2022
Reading time for Barley Compensation Management Software
14 min read

Am I Being Paid Fairly? The Employee's Guide to Compensation

Most companies spend a lot of time building out thoughtful compensation packages, but don't communicate the "why" and "how" to their employees. The Employee's Guide to Compensation bridges that gap.
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