Why is talking about money so hard?

An even better question might be: why do so many job postings treat compensation like a state secret—vague, unclear, or completely absent?

The truth is, people want to know they’ll be respected and valued. If you leave them guessing, they’ll start looking elsewhere.

In Part 1 of this hiring series, we covered how to attract the right candidates. In Part 2, we dug into asking the right questions during interviews. In Part 3, we’re focusing entirely on compensation, because how you talk about pay tells a story about how you value people.

In this episode, Brett breaks down:

The 3 most common ways companies list compensation—and how to determine which is right for you
How to shift people away from obsessing over base salary and toward the bigger picture of total value
Creative ways to incentivize your team without blowing up your budget
How to foster loyalty and stop roles from becoming revolving doors

If you need further assistance with this topic or anything else involving your business, visit artofcoaching.com/mentor, we’d love to help.

Folsom Brand Builder

Are you a coach, entrepreneur, or speaker who wants to turn your expertise into something that actually pays the bills? Whether you’ve never made a dollar or just brought in your first million, Brand Builder is for you! Spend two interactive days in Folsom, CA, getting crystal clear on your messaging, attracting the right clients, and building a business that scales.

You’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a framework that lets you do what you love—on your terms.

📍Folsom, CA – August 8-9

To register or get more details, visit: artofcoaching.com/brand-builder-25

Private Growth Retreat

Stuck? Burnt out? Just need space to think? Come spend a day or two at AOC HQ with Brett for a private retreat built entirely around you. Strategy sessions, time outside, good food, and honest conversation—plus maybe a lift in the garage gym.

This is where you quiet the noise, organize the chaos, map your next move, and leave with clarity and confidence.

Email info@artofcoaching.com and let us know you're interested in a private retreat and we’ll work out a date.

Writer’s Workshop – Put Pen to Paper

Want to write a book but don’t know where to start? Brett self-published Conscious Coaching—and now he’s working with one of the world’s biggest publishers for his next one. Either one-on-one or in a small-group, he’ll share what worked, a whole lot of what didn’t, and how you can overcome the grind that writing can be, outline your ideas into a well-crafted message, and get it into the hands of those who need it most.

Email info@artofcoaching.com mention the Writer’s Workshop you heard about on the podcast and let’s start filling the page!

Related Episodes:

E371 | Hiring Tips Pt 1: How to Attract the Right People

E372 | Hiring Tips Pt 2: Asking the Right Interview Questions

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E373 | Hiring Tips Part 3: Compensation & Pay Structures

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