1. Of the perks you learned about in the readings for the week, which two were surprising to you? Select two from the various lists and share how you think offering the perks assist the organization in attracting, retaining and engaging their employees.

2. Select one benefit and compliance issue identified in Module Three and share how you feel it is a potentially risky one that all organizations need to be aware.

Benefit: Medical Insurance

Compliance Issue: Equal Pay Act of 1963

4. RW?

You’ve read about the fringe benefits at Google and I’ve prompted you w/ a question. Next read the following and two items then answer the following RW?

http://www.forbes.com/sites/laurahe/2013/03/29/googles-secrets-of-innovation-empowering-its-employees/

Skim/Read the HBR article: Reverse Engineering Google’s Innovation Machine – HBR you’ll find it by searching for: HBR+Google+Innovation (the site won’t let me copy and paste a working link). Note that the article was in 2008, yet still holds true.

Briefly discuss: Can, Should and How Should HR/Comp specialists/Manager/Leaders use the mix and type of Total/All/Fringe Benefits to purposely help drive an intended type of organizational culture?