Many business owners view distributing discretionary bonuses as a way of showing appreciation for their employees. The problem is these bonuses are often based on subjective “feelings,” which can often be found to be discriminatory. Instead, we encourage business owners to stick to objective criteria for bonuses and to write a personal thank-you-note to exceptional employees instead.

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