S2/Ep7: Handling Red Circle Employees

The discussion addresses the issue of "red circle" employees, which are employees whose salaries exceed the maximum for their pay grade. David Weaver, author of the article Handling Red Circle Employees points out common reasons why red circles occur, such as employees who have received numerous salary increases over time without promotions or employees hired at the top of their pay range due to salary requirements. Several strategies for managing red circles are presented, including salary freezes, spreading out increases over time, using lump sum bonuses, and fostering employee development to prepare them for a higher pay range. Weaver emphasizes the importance of consistency in any strategy chosen to address red circle employees.