Pay Transparency, Equity, and Justice with Sally Loftis

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Chapter 1: Introduction to Pay Transparency and Equity (Timestamp: 00:28-01:41)

·        Mike Coffey introduces the topic of pay transparency, pay equity, and pay justice in the HR industry.

·        Sally Loftis is introduced as an HR consultant specializing in people strategy and pay equity.

Chapter 2: Definitions of Pay Transparency and Accountability (Timestamp: 02:03-10:15)

·        Sally explains the concept of pay transparency, including reporting salary ranges for job openings.

·        She discusses the importance of accountability in the recruitment process and reducing bias.

·        The discussion also touches on the elimination of salary history as a factor in hiring decisions.

Chapter 3: Pay Equity Analysis and Factors (Timestamp: 13:38-18:49)

·        Sally discusses the various factors that can impact pay equity, such as gender, race, ethnicity, and tenure.

·        She explains the process of conducting a pay equity analysis and categorizing data for reporting purposes.

Chapter 4: Closing the Pay Gap and Promoting Equity (Timestamp: 20:11-25:43)

·        Sally explores strategies to close the pay gap, including promoting underrepresented groups and creating intentional pathways for advancement.

·        The importance of ongoing training and development programs is emphasized, as well as the value of small group learning and peer coaching.

Chapter 5: Building a Community of Practice (Timestamp: 24:38-26:47)

·        Sally explains the concept of a community of practice, where individuals with common interests or roles come together to share knowledge and support each other.

Chapter 6: Geographic Considerations in Pay (Timestamp: 34:57-37:01)

·        The discussion focuses on the varied approaches organizations take in determining pay based on geographic location.

·        Sally suggests having an idea of what to pay in different regions rather than determining it on a case-by-case basis.

Chapter 7: Determining the Right Pay for a Job (Timestamp: 37:23-40:31)

·        Sally discusses the importance of gathering employee feedback and considering market value when determining the appropriate pay for a job.

·        The conversation also touches on the value of unlimited time off and its impact on work-life balance.

Chapter 8: Conclusion and Final Thoughts (Timestamp: 40:34-43:55)

·        Sally and Mike wrap up the conversation, emphasizing the need for actions that align with words in promoting pay transparency, equity, and justice.

·        They encourage listeners to engage with the podcast and share their thoughts and experiences on the topic.