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Buddy program - need to pay extra

Danute

Hi,

I need some help.
Our company operates on a freelance contract basis. We have a bonus system, incorporating feedback and a takt timer, allowing recruiters to earn additional money based on their performance.

Additionally, we have a buddy program in which existing team members help onboard new recruits. However, serving as a 'buddy' is time-consuming and currently, we do not provide extra compensation for this task.

We are contemplating if we should provide extra pay for those undertaking the 'buddy' role, given that it results in more productive and higher-performing employees. Alternatively, we are considering creating a full-time position dedicated to this onboarding process. On the other hand, some argue that assisting new team members should be part of an employee's regular duties, without additional compensation.

We would appreciate guidance on the most effective approach. How can we best manage this 'buddy' system? Is it more beneficial to offer extra pay, create a full-time role, or consider this task as part of an employee's regular responsibilities? We're looking for the optimal solution.

Thank you,
Danute

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  • This is the first time I have heard of a company which puts the responsibility for onboarding to staff rather than on the organisation.

    If the model for increasing income is reduced by helping other staff members then why would the company expect staff to reduce their income to benefit the organisation.

    My guess is that the person who suggested staff should act as a buddy and loose income is a manager.

    On a minor note, not sure I understand how tatk time is used for a bonus, tatk time is the pace of the process and outside the influence of workers. Forgive me if I have misunderstood this.
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  • This is the first time I have heard of a company which puts the responsibility for onboarding to staff rather than on the organisation.

    If the model for increasing income is reduced by helping other staff members then why would the company expect staff to reduce their income to benefit the organisation.

    My guess is that the person who suggested staff should act as a buddy and loose income is a manager.

    On a minor note, not sure I understand how tatk time is used for a bonus, tatk time is the pace of the process and outside the influence of workers. Forgive me if I have misunderstood this.
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