Greed Is Good Remuneration Motivation And Organisation
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Greed Is Good? A Look at Remuneration, Motivation, and Organization
Summary
In the 1980s, business culture heavily prioritized personal rewards, under the belief that motivated individuals drive organizational and societal success. This mindset was epitomized by Gordon Gekko's famous declaration in the film "Wall Street" that "greed is good." However, the 1990s saw many companies struggle or even collapse due to mismanaged remuneration strategies. Despite this, some corporations have thrived using reward-based remuneration systems, like Phones4U and Allied Dunbar in the financial services industry.
The Balance of Reward Systems
Barings Bank, notorious for its high bonuses, illustrates the potential pitfalls of these incentives. Even when performance indicators align with company objectives, significant salary disparities can demoralize middle management. A successful payment system should uplift the entire organization rather than benefit a few at the expense of many.
Organizations now aim to motivate all employees fairly, ensuring they contribute effectively to both short-term and long-term goals. This requires a clear link between rewards and employees' ability to influence desired outcomes.
Key Considerations for Effective Reward Systems
Wise organizations recognize that:
- Managers often act in their own interests.
- They work to impress direct superiors or peers rather than abstract company goals.
- Short-term victories may be prioritized over long-term objectives.
Thus, it's crucial for remuneration structures to be balanced with the overall management system.
Five Preconditions for Effective Reward Structures
1. Measurement: “What gets measured gets managed.” Systems like the Balanced Scorecard, used by companies like Tesco, set multiple objectives for evaluation.
2. Monitoring: Ongoing performance monitoring is vital. Annual reviews alone can send mixed signals, potentially tolerating group failures.
3. Control Over Tools: Employees should have control over the factors influencing their performance metrics.
4. Consistency: Short-term factors should not derail managers from long-term goals. The organizational structure should support what is expected from managers.
5. Alignment with Strategy: Remuneration should reflect the organization’s journey toward a clear strategy. Systems can adapt even if the strategy is initially unclear, as long as disputes are resolved strategically.
A 10-Point Checklist for Reward Structures
An effective remuneration system should:
1. Support the business strategy.
2. Encourage desired behaviors.
3. Reward relevant performance.
4. Ensure fairness.
5. Provide substantial incentives.
6. Be tax-efficient.
7. Be timely, rewarding achievements promptly.
8. Incorporate non-financial rewards, recognizing achievements beyond monetary gains.
9. Be firm, enforcing consequences for unmet targets.
10. Be transparent and easily understood.
By adhering to these principles, organizations can create robust reward systems that motivate employees effectively while supporting overall strategic objectives.
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