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Guides & Resources to Master Incentive Compensation

Bentega’s Guides & Resources help you master incentive compensation with practical tools and expert insights. Explore free articles and downloadable guides covering commissions, bonuses, KPIs, and OTE — designed to help sales, HR, and finance teams build transparent, data-driven, and motivating compensation plans that drive growth.

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In-Depth Articles & Learning Resources

Dive into comprehensive learning resources to help you master the principles of incentive compensation. Each article covers a key concept, from setting performance metrics to structuring bonuses and commissions, written by Bentega’s compensation experts.

Incentive Compensation 101

Learn the fundamentals of incentive compensation and how it impacts performance, motivation, and business growth.

Incentive Compensation Guide

Sales Commission Explained

Understand how sales commissions work and how to build transparent, motivating commission plans.

 → Sales Commission Guide

Sales Commission Structures

Explore real-world examples of sales commission structures and how to choose the right one.

 → Sales Commission Structure Guide

On-Target Earnings (OTE)

Master the concept of OTE and how to align target earnings with business goals.

 → On-Target Earnings (OTE) Guide

KPIs & Metrics for Incentives

Identify the right KPIs to measure success and link incentives to business outcomes.

 → KPIs and Metrics Guide

SPIFs & Short-Term Incentives

Learn how to design SPIFs and contests that boost engagement and short-term results.

 → SPIF Guide

Bonuses & Variable Pay

Discover how bonuses can reinforce long-term performance and employee retention.

 → Bonus & Variable Pay Guide

Work Motivation Strategies

Understand what drives human motivation and how to apply it in incentive design.

Work Motivation Strategies Guide

Performance Pay

Unlock the secrets to boosting results and retention with performance pay.

 → Performance Pay

Sales Compensation

Learn the basics of sales compensation, and how to succeed.

 → Sales Compensation

ICM Tools

Unlock the secrets to designing incentive plans that drive lasting results.

 → ICM Guide

Free Expert Guides

Download Bentega’s free PDF guides packed with actionable frameworks, plan templates, and expert advice. Each guide helps you refine your incentive strategy and improve alignment between performance and pay.

Guide to Business Performance Metrics (1)

Business Performance Metrics

Track the right metrics to assess company growth and financial health.

Guide Creating a Compensation Plan

Creating a Compensation Plan

Design a structured, scalable compensation plan that drives motivation and results.

Guide How to implement effective sales commission (1)

Mastering Sales Commissions

Learn how to structure commission plans that align incentives with business goals.

Guide to Sales KPIs

Sales Key Performance Indicators

Identify and measure the most important KPIs for sales success.

Guide Creating a Compensation Policy

Creating a Compensation Policy

Set clear guidelines to ensure transparency and consistency in your compensation strategy.

Guide to Sales Rep Performance Metrics (2)

Sales Rep Performance Metrics

Evaluate individual sales rep performance with data-driven insights.

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Why Use These Resources

  • Actionable frameworks and templates

  • Expert insights tailored for compensation and sales leaders

  • Free, practical, and no hidden costs

Essential Insights for Building Smarter Pay Strategies

Unlock the full potential of your compensation strategy with data-driven design and measurable results.
By tracking key performance metrics and linking incentives to business goals, you can empower your team, increase motivation, and ensure fairness across your organization.

Bentega’s resources are created by compensation experts to help you:

  • Align incentives with your company goals

  • Build transparency and trust through clear structures

  • Turn compensation into a true performance driver

Learn how our Incentive Compensation Management Software can automate complexity and boost engagement.

Essential Compensation Management Guides to Optimize Your Pay Strategy

Unlock the full potential of your compensation strategy by embracing data-driven decisions and intentional plan design. By carefully tracking key business metrics, you gain insights into what actually drives performance - empowering you to align incentives with company goals, reward the right behaviors, and avoid costly missteps.

Our comprehensive guides walk you through the process of building clear, effective compensation policies and frameworks that motivate your team and fuel sustained growth.

Download today to discover actionable best practices and see how our incentive compensation management software can automate complexity, ensure fairness, and help you achieve measurable results, faster. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Bentega’s guides free to download?

Yes. All Bentega’s guides are free to download and created to help sales, HR, and finance teams build effective compensation strategies. There are no hidden costs or subscription requirements.

Who are these resources designed for?

Our guides and articles are designed for business leaders working in sales, finance, or HR who want to improve their incentive structures, commission plans, and performance management strategies.

Can I share or use these guides internally?

Absolutely. You can share Bentega’s resources with your team for educational or internal purposes. If you’d like tailored help, our consultants can assist in adapting the frameworks to your company’s needs.

Do I need to sign up to access the resources?

Some guides require a short form submission to access the download. Articles and educational resources are freely available without registration.

How often are these guides updated?

We regularly review and update our content to reflect the latest compensation trends, compliance standards, and best practices in incentive design.

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