Remuneration

7. Non-financial Extras

Money is not the only thing people want from their jobs - and not the only motivator.

7.1 Use holidays creatively, as part of the employment package.

• Agreeing to extra unpaid leave may provide a trade-off if you cannot afford full market rates for specialist skills.

7.2 Flexitime working can be a powerful attraction for potential recruits.

7.3 Job content and fulfilment are what many people want most from their work.

• Most employees want to be extended ('stretched'), but not stressed.
• Use appraisals to fine-tune the role and get the best out of the person.
• The feeling of doing something worthwhile, for a worthwhile organisation, is a strong motivator for many people.

7.4 Training is particularly attractive to young, ambitious employees.

• Experience in a new role enhances a person's CV and earning potential.
• Training makes the person more valuable to you, but also to any other employer.