I’m pumped. In January, I launchd my consulting business, Freelance Total Rewards, including this blogsite where I share ideas and information to help people like you do thier jobs better in the areas of compensation, benefits and talent mobility. Yesterday, I reached a milestone: there have been one thousand hits (spelling it out makes the number … More 1,000 Hits!
The Singapore Government recently announced 2013 budget initiatives aimed at improving the lives of Singaporeans, especially those with lower incomes. A key feature is the Wage Credit Scheme, under which the Government will cover the cost of 40% of pay raises given during 2013, 2014 and 2015, for Singaporeans making up to $4,000 per month. This scheme offers free money … More How to Exploit Singapore’s New Wage Credit Scheme
Last week I spoke to a group of HR leaders in Singapore about housing for foreign talent, at a private client event hosted by Far East Organization, Singapore’s largest private corporate landlord. In preparation, I reflected on my own housing journey in Singapore, as I am now in my third apartment here. My own experience … More Housing as Compensation
Hello and Happy New Year. I’m Tom Farmer and I’m entering a new phase in my career, freelancing in the areas of total rewards and mobility consulting/contract services. I’ve created this blogsite to help people see what I can offer, to help them succeed as rewards or mobility leaders. I’ve worked with some of the … More Announcing Freelance Total Rewards