#Compensation and Variable Pay

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[leahnardo-da-veggie]

why do all the publicly available copies of the Arcanic Scriptures have Chapter 2 missing?

For context: I'm answering other people's lore questions! Drop me an ask about your lore and watch me get it comically wrong!

Alright, let's begin!

The Arcanic Scriptures are named after Bob Arcanic, a famous woodworker. He wrote the widely renowned manual, which were called scriptures for the reverence with which other woodworkers treated it, for free and distributed it widely to make woodworking a more easily accessible trade <3

Chapter 2 contained a special secret technique called woodbending, which entailed turning wood liquid so it could fit any form and didn't have to be sanded smooth.

Unfortunately, Bob's greatest competitor, Meanie MacFuckFace, didn't want such a precious secret to be spread, because it would lead to a decrease in his and other master woodworkers' profits. So he hired the world's greatest assassin and thief to kill Bob and destroy all copies of Chapter 2:

Fluffypaws. *Gasp*

Fluffypaws demanded all the fish in the Great Lake as compensation for her services, and Meanie agreed. She snuck into printing presses and homes in the dead of night by sitting at people's front porches and meowing piteously until they let her in for warmth, before clawing the pages of Chapter 2 to shreds and disappearing.

Before she could get to Bob, however, he caught wind of the contract. In what would come to be spoken in awed whispers for aeons to come, he performed a great act of woodworking. Using his wood-bending, he took all the trees surrounding the Great Lake and bent it to become a massive sieve. Then, as Fluffypaws descended on him, he used the sieve to fish up every single fish in the Great Lake and handed it to her.

Fluffypaws, delighted, agreed to forsake her contract and protect him instead. Though he could not afford to pay her to protect every copy of the Arcanist Scriptures, he kept her by his side to protect his life and his personal copies of chapter 2. And though Meanie MacFuckFace's new hired goons could destroy publically circulated copies of Chapter 2, none could get past the magnificent Fluffypaws, long may her white fur be luscious and easy may the blood wash off it.

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[humanitys-strongest-bamf]

Cat-Dad!Levi Headcanons

this has been in my drafts for 4 months :)

➼ at first, levi would be a hard no against any sort of pet. after all, there were too many variables that could lead to just complete filth and mess spread around the house.

➼ having said that, if you came home one day with a cat in hand, he wouldn't be able to say no. however, he'd actively grumble about how you two have that much more work to do

➼ you'd immediately see him enter caretaker mode. what kind of food do they need to eat? what hygeine processes should you pay attention to? how much physical activity do they need? what extra supplies should you get?

➼ despite him being so reluctant to the idea of pets at first, he becomes the best cat dad. you'd come downstairs, wondering where levi had gone to when you hear a "tch. again?" coming from the kitchen and you find him digging under the oven for a toy that your fur child has shoved underneath the stove for 100th time

➼ he'd negotiate. if he's at his desk working and your cat begins to be relentlessly annoying about sitting on his paperwork or in front of his computer screen, he'd initially be like: "i need to work, little lady. if you stay still for another 30 minutes, i can bribe your mother to allow you to have wet food today. deal?" but it's more likely that he would just give up and your fur baby would be just lounging on his desk and he has to compensate by either getting work done later or using another part of his desk

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[capitalism-and-analytics]

Hey, I had a question regarding labor. The service industry including Starbucks (who I work for) has been struggling with labor. Why do corporations prioritize short term gains over long term stability? Again, labor in that peaks are usually understaffed increasing wait times and worker stress and decreasing customer satisfaction. I mention Starbucks because the company heavily emphasizes customer connections (with low drive thru times lol) when we’re not given the staffing to do either customer connections or low drive thru times.

Why do companies prioritize short term gains over long term stability when growth isn’t infinite? Why make decisions that negatively impact the experience of the customers/workers which likely reduces their profit?

Pressure from Investors: Investors often expect consistent growth and returns. This can create pressure for the company to deliver short-term gains to meet or exceed market expectations, even if it means sacrificing long-term investments.

Short-Term Incentives: Similar to above, but corporations generally tie a lot of executive compensation bonuses to short-term metrics.

Adapting to Rapid Market Changes: Consumer preferences and trends can change rapidly, requiring companies like Starbucks to adapt quickly to remain relevant and competitive. This can lead to short-term initiatives aimed at capturing market share or responding to current consumer demands.

Now you may be wondering how they actually decide if a long-term investment is worth sacrificing for a short-term benefit. Well there are several important variables to consider:

Although you can't guarantee it, there is nothing stopping a corporation from having consistent short-term gains, so it's often chosen to push leadership teams to find growth on a long-term basis over multiple short-term periods.

It's all relative to the market, so as you pointed out having labor issues can result in increased worker stress, but it's relative to the workers at their competitors, i.e. McDonalds, Dunkin, Krispy Kreme, etc. For example, if Dunkin is facing labor issues, then you have little consequence of also having labor issues.

All the major corporations invest heavily into market research for a reason and a lot of that research is for identifying at varying levels how much certain things impact certain outcomes. In other words, they may want short drive thrus, but they may not care for very short drive thrus, since the cost isn't worth it. Well they do studies like customer wait times increasing by X minutes may be worth cutting labor costs by Y%.

You are correct that growth may not necessarily be infinite, but neither are the expectations and most importantly neither are the investors. Investors will often push to pump a stock up in value until they think the company can't get bigger before crashing and then sell it before it goes down. In some cases, they are right and some cases they are wrong.

The world is unpredictable and the longer you are forced to wait for a certain gain, the more that can go wrong. For example, let's say it is 2019, if you opt for a long-term investment, then you just screwed yourself because COVID will kick in the following year. If you opt for a short-term investment, then you could've easily pivoted or had less of an impact.

In general though, it's all a balance, there is no major company that is 100% short-term investments or 100% long-term investments, they all are picking and choosing where to focus short-term and where to focus long-term. Some pay off well, some pay off poorly. This is why it's important to have quality leaders/management.

[tiktaalic]

I hope these questions don't annoy you, but whats it like working in a lab?

I'm considering the same career path cause I really like my lab classes so far

Not annoying! from what ive seen there are 3 or so types of labs, which are labs in the hospital, which are obviously a faster pace (did half of my preceptorship in one), reference labs, which get a fairly high volume since they're doing testing everybody's sending out for (did other half of my preceptorship in one), and privately owned labs which pick up samples from clinics urgent cares nursing homes etc (both of my jobs have been with private labs).

I like it! It's very routine. I have my set of tasks i do when i clock in and my set of tasks i do at the end of the night and in between I'm just sticking samples on the machines and releasing results. and there is imo enough variation to it to keep it interesting - troubleshooting failed qc, or double checking criticals, or having to do manual difs. if you're liking undergrad lab work I'm assuming you're doing stuff like pcr and gels and micro plates? which is a lot of what molecular departments do in a lab besides micro which is micro. I currently work in the core portion of a lab, which is hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and chemistry. You really only break out the microscope for urinalysis and hem. we have a micro department that handles all the cultures, and a molecular department that does molecular testing. lots of labs have small micro factions and do lots of micro send out instead. the last lab i worked at did that. the hospital i did my preceptorship at would do plating, but then send all the plates out to be read and send out all the blood culture tubes to be cultured elsewhere. the lab I'm currently at does most cultures in house.

re: education to work in a lab you have to be ASCP certified. After I got my biology degree, I enrolled in texas tech's CLS certification program, which was 3 semesters of classes (preceptorships were the majority of the coursework the last semester). I didn't mind doing it because I was a fresh graduate and I didn't want to Career Hunt or go to grad school. so 3 sems to get a guaranteed job sounded great to me. Since I had my bio degree, I had most of the baseline credits out of the way. chem biochem ochem cell bio genetics etc etc. And the 3 sems I did were lab specific courses like blood banking, clinical chemistry, molecular methods, immunology, phlebotomy, lab management, clinical micro and hematology. there are tons of post bachelor's cls programs, and tons of them are delivered online so that you can chip away at it part time while working.

A nice thing about it is that you can get work literally anywhere. I moved to a town with a population of 90k. Applied for 3 jobs as a brand new graduate. and got 3 offer letters. the payscale's pretty variable, depending on where you are, but it is nice to know that i'm certified in like. 47 states and could get some sort of job in any of them no problem. i think once you've been certified a year you can get cali state certification, which is the route a lot of people go since cali is on the high end of the pay scale. it'll depend on what the lab you're at is like, obviously, but it is pretty difficult to get day shift positions since what a lot of places do is open internal applications for any night/evening shift people who want to move up. I work an evening shift of 2pm to 11pm and i really like it. A very common complaint i see is that there's no like... career ladder. if you're a bench tech. you're a bench tech. which sometimes gets parlayed into section leader, or section manager, but that's a years of experience thing.

My plan is to work in the same place for a couple of years so I feel more experienced, and then to take a few travel contracts which are shorter term higher pay. again, they're available pretty much anywhere, but sometimes the tradeoff is lower compensation or a worse shift or being in the middle of nowhere america. but i think it'll be fun to get paid to bop around the country for awhile. I like my job and I like that it's very secure, but I do plan to go back to school for Something Else at some point and probably shift careers. My review: good thing to do in your twenties! good thing to have under your belt in general. very dependable.

if you have other questions in general or about anything I said you can 100% msg me! Ik I had a lot of trouble finding info when I was looking into this as an undergrad

[lesfruitsdores]

The Palestinian Authority compensates the families of terrorists on a monthly basis, in proportion to the amount of harm they inflict on Jews. As Shemesh explains, the sum is calculated by the intermediary variable—the length of their prison sentence.

The salaries are paid so long as the perpetrator is held in jail, and stop when they’re freed, which is why one terrorist released in last November’s round of hostage exchanges with Hamas asked to remain in jail. (Israel refused.) Those who are killed while committing terror attacks gain "shahid" (martyr) status and their families receive stipends for life.

This commitment to terrorists’ families conveys a clear message: Killing Jews is not just a religious calling that can grant you the status of "shahid" and guarantee you a place in heaven with 72 virgins; it is not only an ideological and political mission in the war to ethnically cleanse the land of Israel from Jewish presence. It is also a way to make a living, and the basis of the PA’s welfare state.

[blessed1neha]

Career & Passion through Astrology

How can we choose a career that meets our needs? How can you tell what your genuine calling is?

Finding a good work is not always simple since we frequently face challenges that influence our decision in various situations.

This might be a result of the current economic climate or our lack of confidence in our potential, goals, and genuine ability.

How then can we identify the profession that most aligns with our genuine calling and capabilities, as well as the areas where we must be flexible? Vedic astrology will assist us in this by providing practical strategies to identify our life's purpose. "Vocation" as a concept The definition of "calling" used to be "people's call from God."

In the modern day, this phrase refers to an inward attraction or tendency toward a certain industry or vocation. It is more than just material gain, gratification, or success in the outside world.

The true calling has been spiritualized. It is a sincere desire to contribute to the pursuit of one's chosen career.

A career is not the same as a job. Whether or whether we receive compensation or acknowledgment, it is a gratifying activity that we want to engage in because it satisfies the most fundamental demands of our spirit.

The horoscope's 10th house is crucial for deciding one's career and vocation.

When it comes to researching a vocation or profession, an astrologer must balance two distinct tasks: figuring out how to make a livelihood and discovering a person's genuine astrological destiny.

These two directions can occasionally cross. The only thing left to accomplish is to demonstrate how one might monetize their passions.

However, in many instances, a person's vocation does not inevitably lead to becoming their career.

The 10th house, or karma bhava as it is known in astrology, denotes a person's occupation and reputation. This is why the astrologer researches:

the actual tenth bhava. Lord of the tenth house, or Bhavesh.

The karaku or sign for this home. Mercury is the primary karaka of the 10th house. The Sun, Jupiter, and Saturn are the other three karakas.

According to the Shastras, the ruler of the tenth house is the most significant of these three variables.

Which 10th house ruler should you pay attention to? In the scriptures, the 10th house from the Moon and Lagna is frequently addressed in regard to career and fate. This is especially true of the 5th chapter of the Phaladeepika and the second volume of the Jataka Parijata.

At the same time, many astrologers are unsure about how to distinguish between these rulers.

To acquire a more realistic picture of a person's life in terms of job choice and vocation, the lords, in terms of their effect on professional activities, also underline the significance of further research into the ruler of the 10th house from the Sun.

Additionally, all three rulers must be thoroughly examined in the divisional charts, particularly the Navamsha (D-9) and Dashamsha (D-10) charts, as well as the Rashi chart (D-1) in order to completely comprehend this idea (D-10).

Fundamental Rules for 10th Lords from Lagna, Moon, and Sun

Let's examine a few of the key concerns relating to labour, money, and professions as outlined in the Shastras and supported by tradition.

The tenth lord from Lagna will reveal more about an individual's productivity at work. what he excels at. This does not necessarily imply that one will make a significant income from it. He doesn't always enjoy it.

The 10th ruler from the Moon reveals a person's interests based on what provides him with the means to support his way of life. This is what they enjoy doing.

The ruler of the tenth house will bring resources from either the Moon or the Lagna, depending on which is more powerful. The strongest among them can therefore display their vocation.

The guy won't be able to perform what he wants to if the 10th from the Moon is weak and poorly positioned. He will take action in this situation, while not feeling entirely content, because there is a powerful ruler of the 10th house from Lagna.

The task that the soul aspires to undertake is depicted by the Sun's tenth ruler. demonstrates a person's contribution to society and what the community expects of him. This ruler has a significant role in determining a person's profession. He performs this as karma yoga or as a social duty.

Because the sages recognised that most humans in the Kali Yuga are somewhat close to animal existence, most Shastras only discuss the 10th lord from the Moon and the Lagna.

The 10th ruler of the Sun also discusses the significance of doing karma yoga and giving back to society.

The ideal combination of a profession and a vocation Tradition offers valuable guidance while deciding on a vocation.

Finding a relationship between the Lagna, Moon, and Sun—the three rulers of the eleventh house—is preferred.

If all three rulers are connected to a powerful planet, the following combination is ideal:

asana karma (sun)

source materials (moon)

talents and skills (lagna)

In this situation, a person will fully enjoy his or her activities and profession and progress toward self-realization and achievement in their work, as well as in their creative initiatives.

If there isn't a common powerful planet like that, a compromise solution must be found:

According to the talents, the primary career will provide financial assistance.

And a tremendous sense of fulfilment will come from realising oneself via karma yoga and service.

We have already succeeded if we live in accordance with our inner selves.

[dungeonmalcontent]

This is a chonker of a post (more like a document) about creating unique anime-like powers in TTRPG games.

No way to really rules this (I mean, you can and some simple TTRPGs have done it, but it has to be super narrowed down when they do), but ask your GM about building a character with an oath-based unique ability. Not like a paladin or champion. Just keep reading.

You take an oath that includes a restriction of your choice, and in return you request an ability. The bigger the restriction, the better type of ability you can get. The more consequential breaking it is, the more powerful your ability is.

Ex: you swear to never willfully cause harm to a creature with lesser intelligence than you. In return, you desire the ability to alter the memories of creatures. As a binding consequence to this oath and exchange, you put up your own memories of your childhood as collateral. So, should you break your oath, you lose those memories.

That's super hard to balance for a ttrpg, and you definitely can't create a universal rule set. You can request any boon, offer any restriction, and assign yourself any penalty. But let's try to get this mechanic a little closer to the likes of a d20 game system.

Let's say your requested abilities are "magical". You don't need to specify a spell from your system, because frankly that's not worth it if just anyone can level up and get it. Let's say you either get a version of the closest matching spell that you can cast at will or that you gain a spell like ability that has your desired effect. You can perform this ability as long as you remain conscious. But... This sets the price for your ability.

Since we're comparing your oath's boon to a spell, your restriction should compensate for that. So, let's classify some degrees of price (even those many of these may be hugely subjected, we'll assume genuine character investment from the part of the player). Let's say we're going of the level of a comfortable spell and the restriction appropriate for each increasing level would look like this:

1 - the most trivial restriction. Doesn't change the way you live or act, but could be used against you if you aren't paying attention. Ex: can't eat pomegranates.

2 - still not hard to do, but you do have to be careful of your choices. Ex: can't say a specific word or phrase.

3 - starting to become difficult. Your restriction is still somewhat arbitrary but now something you must actively avoid and change about your life. Ex: you cannot spend more than 5 hrs a day with any of your skin exposed to sunlight.

4 - Moderate difficulty. Actually restricts the use of the ability. Ex: must participate in a certain ritual when using the ability, like closing your eyes and counting to 10 (this can be variable as well depending on how elaborate of a ritual you choose).

5 - beginning to become a more precise ability restriction. Often a more specific restraint of the ability. Ex: can't use the ability on one specific set of things that you could reasonably encounter.

6 - the level where normal people usually don't go past. Usually restricts yourself, rather than your ability. Ex: you can never run from a fight.

7 - a more complicated sort of difficulty. You set more intense restrictions on the ability or on yourself. Ex: When you fight, you must always fight to the death.

8 - probably as difficult as most normal people are willing to make their lives be in an extreme circumstance. Ex: You designate the ability to be for a sole purpose and for nothing else.

9 - The greatest level of restriction possible. Significantly alters or restricts the way in which you live your life. Ex: you can only use this boon and your life to pursue a lifelong endeavor, such as protecting another specific creature.

Once you have given a price (restriction) that matches the degree of potential power you want from your boon, you can set a consequence. The consequence determines the actual potency of the ability.

Let's classify potency into, simultaneously, dice size for the ability OR duration of the ability OR range of the ability. Depending on the ability you choose these factors could change it's effective potency. Following our example of the ability to alter memories, you might only be able to alter a certain number of memories determined by random dice roll, or you might only be able to alter someone's memory for a specific period of time, or you might have to be within a certain distance to alter someone's memories. These could also coincide with your restriction to create a more stable ability.

But let's break the rough outline of these degrees of potency here as:

Tier 1: 1d4 impact; shortest effective duration (1 "round"); touch or self range.

Tier 2: 1d6 impact; 1 minute; immediate range (~5-10 feet).

Tier 3: 1d8 impact; 10 minutes; ~20-30 feet.

Tier 4: 1d10 impact; 30 minutes; normal line of sight (~60-80 feet).

Tier 5: 1d12 impact; 1 hour; ~120-180 feet.

Tier 6: 1d20 impact; 3 hours; on the same plane of existence.

Now... Those are some numbers. But they aren't combined. You're getting one of those, not all of a set. So, mind controlling 1d8 people OR mind controlling a person for 10 minutes OR mind controlling people from ~20-30 feet away. Whatever makes your ability the most powerful TO YOU (the player/character) is how you determine which metric you go by and what tier it is.

To match these ranks of potency, we have ranks of suffering. If you break your restriction, the consequences match your desired potency.

Tier 1: least consequential, more like an inconvenience. Ex: you are weakened but can be healed -OR- must pay a fine (money, power, time) that matches your failure.

Tier 2: significantly consequential but limited in scope. Ex - your restriction grows larger (or you lose the ability but keep the restriction with a new consequence)

Tier 3: personal and significant. Ex - something important and meaningful to you, like a family heirloom or powerful item, is lost to you forever.

Tier 4: consequential but can be lived with. Ex - your health is permanently reduced or you permanently lose a limb (or limbs).

Tier 5: irreversible and significantly life altering. Ex - loss of your identity.

Tier 6: death

You can also bake in that in the case of any significant or intentional breach, the character loses their ability afterwards.

Also, don't stick too closely to these examples. Some of them can be used in lots of different ways and creativity can make you incredibly powerful.

But this is, as far as I can tell, a pretty decent frame of reference for these sorts of abilities. You still need to hash out a lot of details with your GM, but this helps you approach an even footing without getting sidelined.

I also wouldn't suggest using this kind of system if you want to surprise other players (and definitely not your GM) with what your character is capable of. This is a meticulous strategy sort of power game, and works best when everyone is on the same page. It can also be fun for enemies, as it can make an encounter more about figuring out how to beat an opponent instead of figuring out how many arrows your need to shoot at them.

This system is modeled more after JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and HunterXHunter. So for further reference and inspiration, watch/read those. Stand and Nen are great systems. I love them a lot and I wish they were more conducive to ttrpg play styles.

[onnext]

5 Reasons to Invest in Gold Mining Stocks

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The development of gold is diminishing. Gold is a mineral that has been created less throughout the course of recent years. The reason might be very obvious and simple-the world reserve for gold is just running out. Gold will always be available to satisfy request, however in the long run populace will surpass gold creation, and this implies that a bullish gold market probably anticipates ultimately. Since the world is running out of gold reserves, all that is left correct now are definitely significant. Also, the vast majority of the gold reservoir locales are as of now claimed by a few gold mining organizations.

Demonstrated and Likely Gold Reserves. Demonstrated gold reserves are gold mines underground that have been demonstrated by research while plausible gold reserves, as its name suggests, are dubious. Most gold mining organizations usually trade with demonstrated reserves and plausible ones at a variable rebate. The higher gamble you take, the more you will be compensated if things turn out well for you. Gold Mining Stocks might be a 'high stakes' down, yet are definitely worth the time invested.

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[agapi-kalyptei]

@rightanglepro no no, it's a good question. With a boring answer.

The short version is - I'm just buying dietary supplements from a private company, online. Free healthcare exists, but private healthcare also exists in parallel.

The longer version is, yes, we do have free-ish healthcare in EU. Conceptually it's not difficult - in the USA, you have federal law and the state law. In EU, you have EU law, in this case European Medicines Agency, which supervises research on new treatments, and individual countries, which have their own laws and regulations.

In general, healthcare is mandatory, just like taxes, so a portion of your salary is taxed towards healthcare, hospital care, just like it is for unemployment fund, etc. (This is generally not seen as a "big brother reaching into your wallet" because we don't have fox news here, it's just a part of everyday life - every adult understands that brutto and netto salaries are different numbers, and it only takes a few seconds to google a calculator to figure out the difference.)

The details vary over different countries. In Czechia, you used to have to pay 5CZK per doctor visit ($0.25). Then they took it away because people were complaining. In Czech and Slovak Republic, it was common to visit your family doctor early in the morning, then wait a few hours through a poorly managed queue, and then get a variable amount of time with the doctor depending on your issue. (I'm sure that's changing nowadays though.)

In Estonia, you email, call, or book online, and get a 20 minute time slot with your family doctor, at no cost. They might prescribe you some meds. These are anything between free and a handful of euro, but still compensated via "Haigekassa", the universal health insurance thing.

You'll often find USAmericans come here and be puzzled at how well it works. I have at least one friend who used to pay thousands of USD a month for their meds in USA, and here they have to pay like... 5€ for the exact same medication.

That said, no country has infinite budgets - the weak point in Estonia is mental health care - it exists, but generally takes a 2-3 months of queuing for a psychiatrist, and Haigekassa (last I heard) only covers 5 psychotherapy sessions per patient. Private sessions cost generally 50-100€.

New experimental therapies take a while to be accessible - as they should. I read research about ketamine use for treatment of depression 10 years ago. A few years ago it was approved by the European Medicines Agency. A bit later, it became available in a clinical setting. And it's still 100€ per session for the IV drip version.

On the other hand, tDCS is now fully covered by Haigekassa, so you can get fully free sessions from your family doctor.

And to get to my case - digestive issues are still very hard to categorize. I'm not allergic, I don't have gluten or lactose intolerance, so the label I get is just "IBS" - which, while internationally recognized, is still just a codeword for "tummy hurty, we don't know why". Medical trials are a tricky subject, and of course you mostly get focus on well-researched and urgent conditions (alzeimer's, heart disease, cancer...), so either there's public health interest, or there's a company with a profit motive looking to register their medication.

In case of the company Intoleran, while I'm hoping they're going to stay profitable enough to sell their enzymes to me, they don't seem big enough to have the same leverage as Big Pharma does, and to register a medicine, they'd need both a lot of underlying research, a condition to cure, and a loooooooooot of money to go through rigorous trials to prove their stuff works.

As much as I'd be happy to see their enzymes being covered by health insurance, I also don't want the regulations to get lax to approve snake oil sales. Doing science is a slow and expensive process.

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Student Loan: Loan Magician

Credits, advances, credits that is what everybody is referring to, on web, on radio, on, TV in news we see commercial for advances regular, all over the place. "You need to purchase a cap, a feline, a house, a vehicle, you can get a credit". "It was never more straightforward to "Get credit". "Carry on with life the manner in which you need". These are the sentences that are obfuscating the media these days. Also, obviously this has expanded the proportion of individuals acquiring advances from banks and other loaning associations. Various individuals are making their fantasies work out because of these credits, which was generally unimaginable. You can get credits for various things like for beginning a business, buying a house, or getting a vehicle so on thus for. You can essentially apply for the UrbanMoney Loan, purchase your ideal article and continue to pay little portions for a really long time without seeing it. Rather than sitting tight for long periods of extreme work to purchase a house or lay out your very own business you can get a few assistance from one of the different sorts of credits and advantage yourself from this once in a lifetime chance.

Dreams, dreams have no closure. However, to complete them you want an adequate number of assets, presently you have a few valuable chances to do what you generally cared about. For various reasons or things you have changed sorts of advances. Be cautious about the financing costs and different particulars of a credit. That will help you in creating the best outcomes monetarily. You can get credit on extremely low rates assuming you play safe, I mean compensation your portions on time and assuming that you figure out how to pay it before time that would be more than great that will drag you in the line of good borrower, which will be exceptionally helpful if at any point in future you want to get the advance once more. Unstable credits are the most entrancing and enticing advance kind that has at any point run over my insight. You are at least gamble particularly you are just liberated from any chance of repossession of your home or some other resource.

Though then again the banks are at high gamble by giving you an unstable credit as they give you credit simply on the evaluation of your pay and reimbursement limit and consequently the regularly scheduled payments are a piece higher and the reimbursement span is likewise more limited when contrasted with got advances. Yet, for all that you need to follow through on a cost, there isn't sans anything and obviously you are getting cash without giving any of your claimed ownership's ensures, which is an exceptionally huge thing? This doesn't stop here; you have different advantages too of unstable credits that can't be neglected. First you can find various organizations who are offering unstable credits and subsequently get it on an exceptionally cutthroat rate. Concerning an unstable credit you are not to furnish various archives with the advance application the course of the endorsement are a lot quicker than that of gotten advances. It very well may be gotten in the time frame of as short as 72 hours.

Other than this there are different advances you can imagine like got credits obviously you ought to be dead certain that you'll pay the advance with maybe some time to spare, concerning got advances you need to put any of your resource as an assurance to bank, there are modest home improvement credits, house purchasing advances, little and large business credits, individual credits, terrible credit credits, pay day credits, vehicle credits and so forth there are only couple of things to remember while applying or prior to applying an advance, for example, the financing cost, kind of rate (fixed or variable), agreements (reimbursement time in months or years), store (initial installment), related charges (dealer, start, prepayment and so on), protection expected by the loan specialist. For best monetary outcomes see every one of the agreements and be perfectly clear about the things and afterward apply. This will give you adequate inclination to work out triumphantly.

Credits are never (the greater part of the times) a solid, result-arranged answer for your drawn out financial requirements! Taking credits is turning into a design, I think all the more then half of promotion on media is straightforwardly or in a roundabout way about credits. Yet, honestly speaking I accept credits are not more than obligation traps. There are such countless appealing names as payday credits; loan credits, check advance credits, post-dated check credits or conceded store really take a look at credits. In any case, be careful! Don't enchanted by such alluring offers, mull over getting a credit before you proceed this and genuinely understand, do you truly require an advance? Is it inescapable? Is this credit for negligible, similar to a vacation? Or on the other hand for something genuine serious a critical need, Might you at any point get cash by a more customary way, I mean from a family member, perhaps a temporary work or you can imagine selling a resource. Attempt to persuade your leasers for an additional opportunity to take care of your bills. Figure out what they will charge you for that help - as a late charge, an extra money charge or a higher loan fee. Try not to place your foot into a snare yourself in the event that you can keep away from it.

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Sum Insured vs Sum Assured: Understanding the Difference

Understanding key terms in the complex insurance world is pivotal for making educated choices. Two terms that regularly cause disarray are Sum Insured and Sum Assured. While they might sound comparative, they serve diverse purposes and are pertinent in diverse insurance policies. This article points to the difference between sum assured and sum insured, interpreting what is Sum Insured—a whole safety net provider—and what is Sum Assured—the whole Guarantee, giving clarity for policyholders and potential buyers.

Introduction

Insurance is a crucial tool for overseeing chances and guaranteeing financial stability in the face of unexpected occasions. Whether it's health insurance or property insurance, the essential objective is financial security. However, the adequacy of an insurance policy greatly depends on understanding its key components, especially the Sum Assured and Sum Insured.

What is the sum insured in health Insurance? Sum Insured alludes to the ensured sum that the safety net providers concur to pay the policyholder or their recipients upon the event of an indicated occasion, such as the passing or development of the arrangement. This sum is foreordained and remains settled throughout the approach term.

What is sum assured in health insurance? Sum Assured plan is commonly related with approaches like well-being, engine, and property protections. It speaks to the most extreme sum that the safety net providers will pay to cover the misfortune or harm caused by the back up plan resource. Unlike sum insured, sum assured is a net provider based on the rule of reimbursement, which implies it points to compensate for the real misfortune without giving any benefit to the policyholder.

Understanding these terms is essential for selecting the right protection approach and guaranteeing satisfactory scope. This article delves more deeply into the definitions, applications, and the difference between sum insured and sum assured.

Understanding Entirety Assured

Definition and Application

The Sum Guaranteed is the settled sum that a protection company guarantees to pay upon the safety net provider's occasion. The sum assured is concurred upon at the initiation of the arrangement and remains unaltered throughout its duration.

Calculation of Entirety Assured

The calculation of the sum assured depends on different variables, including the policyholder's age, well-being, salary, and money-related objectives. For example, a youthful person with dependents might select a higher sum assured to guarantee their family's monetary security in case of their unfortunate downfall. The premium paid by the policyholder is specifically relative to the sum assured; higher scope results in higher premiums.

Importance of Entirety Assured

The essential reason for Entirety Guaranteed is to give money-related security to the policyholder's recipients. It acts as a security net, guaranteeing that the family can keep up their standard of living and meet money-related commitments even if the essential breadwinner is absent. Also, in approaches with development benefits, the sum assured can serve as a source of investment funds or venture capital for future needs.

Understanding Entirety Insured

Definition and Application

The sum insured provider is the greatest sum that a backup plan will pay to cover the misfortune or harm of the safety net provider resource. It is appropriate in non-life protection approaches, such as wellness, engine, and property protections. The sum insured provider is based on the rule of reimbursement, which implies it points to reestablishing the policyholder to the monetary position they were in some time recently when the misfortune occurred.

Calculation of Entirety Insured

The calculation of the Entire Guarantor includes surveying the esteem of the safety net provider resource. For illustration, in health protection, the Entire Safety net provider ought to be adequate to cover potential restorative costs, including hospitalization, surgery, and treatment costs. In engine protection, it ought to cover the cost of repairing or replacing the vehicle in case of a mishap or theft.

Importance of Entirety Insured

The essential reason of Entirety Back up plan is to give satisfactory emolument for the misfortune or harm of the back up plan resource. It guarantees that the policyholder does not endure monetary difficulty due to unexpected occasions. Be that as it may, it is imperative to note that the sum insured provider should be chosen carefully to dodge underinsurance or overinsurance. Underinsurance can lead to inadequate scope, whereas overinsurance can result in superfluously tall premiums.

What is The Difference Between the Sum Insured and the Sum Assured?

Here is an clarification to get it sum assured and sum insured provider contrast in distinctive perspectives of protections like coverage, principle, calculation, premiums and their purposes

Nature of Coverage

– Sum Assured: Gives a settled advantage amount.

– Sum Insured: Offers recompense based on the genuine loss.

Principle

– Sum Assured: Based on the advantage guideline, guaranteeing a foreordained payout.

– Sum Insured: Based on the reimbursement guidelines, it aims to cover genuine misfortune without profit.

Calculation

– Sum Assured: Decided by components such as age, well-being, salary, and money-related goals.

– Sum Insured provider: Calculated based on the esteem of the safety net provider resource and potential loss.

Premiums

– Sum Assured: Higher Entirety Guaranteed comes about in higher premiums.

– Sum Insured Provider: Premiums depend on the esteem of the guarantor resource and the degree of coverage.

Purpose

– Sum Assured: Gives monetary security to recipients or serves as a savings/investment tool.

– Sum Insured provider: Guarantees satisfactory emolument for misfortune or harm of the safety net provider asset.

Understanding the distinction between Entirety Guaranteed and Entirety Guarantor is pivotal for making educated choices when acquiring protection arrangements. Whereas sum assured gives a settled advantage sum in protections, the Entirety Backup plan offers remuneration based on the real misfortune in non-life protections. By comprehending these terms, policyholders can select the right scope to meet their needs and guarantee the soundness of money-related matters in the confrontation of unexpected events.

In outline, sum assured and sum insured providers are crucial in the protection scene. They cater to diverse sorts of arrangements and serve unmistakable purposes. A clear understanding of these terms engages people to make educated choices, guaranteeing that they and their adored ones are satisfactorily secured.

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Understanding Minimum Wages in India: A Critical Analysis

Minimum wages play a crucial role in ensuring fair compensation and protecting workers from exploitation in the labor market. In India, the concept of minimum wages is not just an economic necessity but also a socio-legal mandate to uplift the working class and ensure equitable growth.

This blog explores the framework, significance, and challenges of minimum wages in India.

What are Minimum Wages?

Minimum wages refer to the minimum amount of remuneration that an employer is required to pay workers for their labor. This ensures that workers can meet their basic needs and live a dignified life. In India, the fixation and revision of minimum wages are governed by the Minimum Wages Act, 1948.

Objectives of Minimum Wages in India

Eliminate Exploitation: Prevent underpayment and ensure fair remuneration.

Reduce Poverty: Provide workers with income security to meet basic needs.

Promote Equity: Bridge the income gap between skilled and unskilled workers.

Boost Productivity: Motivate workers through fair compensation, improving efficiency.

Key Provisions of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948

1. Coverage

The Act applies to all employments listed in its schedule, which includes both organized and unorganized sectors. It empowers state governments to expand the schedule based on local conditions.

2. Fixation of Minimum Wages

Authorities determine minimum wages for various sectors, skill levels, and regions. These wages can differ by:

Industry.

Type of employment (skilled, unskilled, clerical, etc.).

Geographic region.

3. Revision

Minimum wages must be reviewed and revised every five years or sooner, accounting for inflation and economic changes.

4. Enforcement

Inspectors and labor officers are responsible for ensuring compliance, and non-compliance may result in penalties, including fines or imprisonment.

How Minimum Wages are Determined in India

The calculation of minimum wages considers:

Cost of Living: Prices of essential goods and services.

Standard of Living: Basic human dignity and living standards.

Skill Levels: The complexity and expertise required for a job.

Economic Conditions: Sectoral productivity and employer capacity to pay.

Two key components of minimum wages are:

Basic Wage: Fixed amount for the labour rendered.

Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA): Adjusted for inflation, linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

Challenges in Implementation

1. Fragmented Structure

The dual governance by central and state governments often leads to inconsistencies in wage rates across regions and sectors.

2. Non-Compliance

In the unorganized sector, which employs over 90% of the workforce, enforcement remains weak.

3. Inflation Adjustments

Periodic revisions do not always keep pace with inflation, eroding the real value of wages.

4. Skill Disparities

The Act doesn’t adequately address growing skill gaps and demands in emerging industries.

Significance of Minimum Wages in India

Social Justice: Ensures dignity and equality for the working class.

Economic Stability: Boosts purchasing power and reduces income inequality.

Industrial Relations: Promotes harmony between workers and employers by providing a fair wage baseline.

Poverty Reduction: Directly addresses income poverty by setting a floor for earnings.

Recent Developments

The Code on Wages, 2019 consolidates and simplifies wage laws, including the Minimum Wages Act. Key highlights include:

National Floor Wage: A central benchmark to guide states in setting minimum wages.

Uniform Coverage: Applies to all employees irrespective of sector or skill level.

Digital Payments: Encourages transparency in wage disbursal.

Streamlined Compliance: Reduces complexity in labor laws for businesses.

Way Forward

Strengthen Enforcement: Enhance monitoring mechanisms, particularly in the unorganized sector.

Bridge Disparities: Standardize wage rates across states and sectors.

Account for Inflation: Conduct frequent revisions to align with real-time economic conditions.

Skill-Linked Wages: Establish clear wage distinctions based on skill levels and certifications.

Minimum wages in India are a powerful tool to uplift the working class and promote economic equity. While significant strides have been made since the introduction of the Minimum Wages Act, systemic challenges remain. A robust enforcement framework, coupled with periodic revisions and alignment with economic realities, can ensure that the policy achieves its intended objectives of fairness, dignity, and inclusivity.

What are your thoughts on the current state of minimum wages in India? Share in the comments below!

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Payroll Software: Customize Salary Structures Easily

For businesses looking to simplify salary management, Payroll Software offers the perfect solution. With increasing workforce complexity and varied pay rates, payroll can quickly become challenging without the right tools. Many companies in India face issues with manual salary structure management, leading to delays, errors, and inefficiencies. Payroll software solutions solve these challenges by enabling customizable salary structures, so your business can ensure timely, accurate payments for all employees.

What is Payroll Software?

Payroll software is an automated system that simplifies payroll management, making it easy to handle pay calculations, compliance, and reporting. From online payroll software to advanced integrations with HRMS systems, payroll tools now bring significant advantages for HR and finance departments by reducing manual errors and saving time.

Key Features of Modern Payroll Software:

Automated Calculations: Say goodbye to manual payroll computations. Modern payroll software for businesses provides quick and accurate calculations of pay, taxes, and deductions.

Customizable Salary Templates: Set different pay structures for various roles, levels, or locations within the company.

HRMS Payroll Software Integration: Link payroll with HR systems for seamless data management.

Online Payroll Software Access: Manage payroll from anywhere, ideal for remote workforces.

Compliance: Built-in compliance with labor laws ensures you avoid costly penalties.

Customizing Salary Structures

A flexible salary structure is essential for companies aiming to offer fair compensation across varied roles. With payroll software for India, businesses can now customize every component of an employee’s pay with ease. Here’s how payroll software facilitates salary customization:

Flexible Pay Rates: Define pay scales based on the role, experience, and department, enabling fair and consistent compensation.

Adjustable Pay Periods: Schedule pay cycles for different employee categories, such as monthly, weekly, or biweekly payments.

Automated Deductions and Benefits: Simplify tax deductions, insurance, and retirement contributions, and offer customized benefits based on employee preferences.

Configuring Base Salaries

Setting up base salaries can be complex, but payroll software simplifies the task by allowing HR to configure pay rates by role and automatically apply changes during promotions or annual raises. This ensures fair pay without manual adjustments, which is especially useful for growing companies.

Handling Bonuses and Commissions

Managing variable pay, like bonuses and sales commissions, is another essential feature of payroll software for businesses. Automating these components ensures accuracy and transparency, building trust within the workforce. For instance, commission structures can be customized to reward high-performing employees without complicating payroll calculations.

Managing Deductions and Benefits

Payroll software allows companies to set up standard deductions—taxes, health benefits, insurance contributions—and offer tailored benefits packages to meet employee needs. By configuring these elements within hrms payroll software, businesses can deliver accurate, on-time benefits without burdening the HR team.

Reporting and Compliance

Payroll systems provide extensive reporting options for financial tracking, tax preparation, and regulatory compliance. Payroll software in India is tailored to meet local labor law requirements, so businesses can stay compliant effortlessly. Generating payroll reports also supports transparent accounting and budgeting for the company.

Benefits of Payroll Software

Adopting payroll software solutions benefits businesses by reducing administrative burdens and enhancing payroll accuracy. Here’s a quick look at the advantages:

Accuracy and Efficiency: Automated processes cut down on errors and improve payroll accuracy.

Time Savings: Payroll software significantly reduces time spent on payroll tasks, allowing HR to focus on strategic projects.

Employee Satisfaction: Timely, error-free payments lead to happier, more engaged employees.

The Bottom Line

Investing in payroll software for India helps companies streamline payroll processing, customize pay structures, and maintain compliance with local regulations. For companies looking to elevate their payroll management, adopting a reliable payroll software solution is a smart move that pays off in efficiency, cost savings, and employee satisfaction.

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Key HR and Payroll Challenges in Dubai and How HRMS Can Solve Them

Managing HR and payroll operations in Dubai's dynamic business landscape presents unique challenges for organizations of all sizes. From navigating complex labour laws to handling multicurrency payroll calculations, HR professionals face an increasingly demanding role in ensuring smooth business operations.

In today's fast-paced UAE market, manual HR processes and traditional payroll systems are not just inefficient—they're a liability. Companies struggle with time-consuming administrative tasks, compliance risks, and error-prone salary calculations, leading to decreased productivity and potential legal complications. These challenges are further amplified by Dubai's diverse workforce and strict regulatory requirements.

The solution lies in modern Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS), which are revolutionizing how businesses handle their HR and payroll functions. This article explores the critical challenges faced by Dubai-based organizations and demonstrates how implementing an HRMS can transform these pain points into streamlined processes. From automated attendance tracking to precise payroll calculations, discover how technology is reshaping HR management in the UAE.

Common HR Challenges in Dubai

Managing Diverse Workforce Demographics

Dubai's multicultural workforce presents unique management challenges, encompassing diverse nationalities, languages, and cultural norms. Organizations must navigate:

Cultural sensitivity training requirements

Multiple language communication needs

Various religious observances and holidays

Different work style preferences

Visa and Work Permit Complexities

Employment visa processing in Dubai involves intricate procedures and strict compliance requirements:

Visa Process Stage

Key Challenges

Initial Application

Document authentication

Processing

Timeline management

Renewal

Status monitoring

Cancellation

Exit procedures

WPS Compliance Requirements

Wage Protection System (WPS) compliance demands meticulous attention to:

Timely salary disbursement

Accurate payment documentation

Banking system integration

Regular compliance reporting

Employee Documentation Management

Document handling poses significant challenges for HR departments:

Multiple document formats and languages

Storage and retrieval systems

Document expiration tracking

Security and confidentiality maintenance

Regular updates and renewals

These challenges require systematic approaches and sophisticated solutions. Modern HRMS platforms offer integrated tools specifically designed to address these complexities while ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Critical Payroll Pain Points

Multi-currency Salary Processing

Processing salaries in multiple currencies presents significant challenges for businesses in Dubai. Organizations must manage exchange rate fluctuations, maintain compliance with local banking regulations, and ensure accurate conversions for international employees.

Challenge

Impact

Exchange Rate Variations

Affects budget planning and salary consistency

Bank Processing Fees

Increases operational costs

Documentation Requirements

Demands additional administrative effort

End of Service Benefits Calculations

Computing end-of-service benefits requires precise calculations based on:

Duration of employment

Basic salary components

Applicable gratuity rates

Leave balance settlements

Leave Salary Management

Leave salary administration involves complex calculations incorporating:

Annual leave entitlements

Public holidays

Sick leave policies

Unpaid leave adjustments

Variable Pay and Commission Structures

Managing variable compensation elements requires:

Commission tracking systems

Performance-based bonus calculations

Sales target achievement monitoring

Incentive scheme administration

Tax and Social Insurance Requirements

Despite Dubai's tax-free status, organizations must handle:

VAT compliance for certain transactions

Social insurance contributions for UAE nationals

Pension fund management

Healthcare insurance requirements

Managing these payroll components manually increases the risk of errors and compliance issues. Modern HRMS solutions offer automated calculations, built-in compliance checks, and streamlined processing capabilities. These systems ensure accuracy in multi-currency transactions, automate end-of-service benefit calculations, and maintain precise records for audit purposes.

Now, let's explore how HRMS solutions can streamline these administrative challenges through automation and integrated systems.

HRMS Solutions for Administrative Tasks

Automated Document Processing

Modern HRMS platforms transform document handling by digitalizing traditional paperwork processes. The system automatically generates, processes, and routes essential HR documents such as offer letters, contracts, and policy acknowledgments. This automation reduces processing time by up to 70% while minimizing human errors.

Digital Employee Files

HRMS creates centralized digital repositories for employee records, offering several advantages:

Secure storage with role-based access controls

Instant document retrieval and sharing

Automated document expiry notifications

Compliance with UAE labor laws

Reduced physical storage requirements

Workflow Automation

Workflow automation streamlines key HR processes through predefined approval chains and automated notifications:

Leave management

Document approvals

Onboarding sequences

Performance review cycles

Training program administration

The system tracks each step of these processes, ensuring transparency and accountability while maintaining detailed audit trails. This systematic approach reduces administrative burden by approximately 40% and ensures consistent policy application across the organization.

Now that administrative tasks are streamlined through automation, let's examine how HRMS revolutionizes payroll management in Dubai-based organizations.

Payroll Management Through HRMS

Automated Salary Calculations

Modern HRMS platforms streamline payroll processes by automating complex salary calculations. The system handles basic salary, allowances, deductions, and overtime payments with precision, eliminating manual errors.

WPS Integration

HRMS solutions in Dubai seamlessly integrate with the Wage Protection System (WPS), ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws. The system automatically generates SIF files and facilitates direct salary transfers to employee bank accounts.

Leave Management Integration

The payroll module synchronizes with leave management features to:

Automatically adjust salary calculations based on leave types

Process unpaid leave deductions

Calculate leave salary during annual vacations

Track sick leave payments according to UAE labor law

Gratuity Calculations

Advanced HRMS platforms incorporate UAE's gratuity calculation rules:

Automatically compute end-of-service benefits

Consider employment duration and basic salary

Apply appropriate calculation rates (21 days vs. 30 days)

Update calculations in real-time as employment terms change

This comprehensive payroll management approach through HRMS ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in handling all compensation-related tasks. The integration of various modules creates a seamless workflow, reducing administrative burden while maintaining precise financial records.

Benefits of Implementing HRMS

Compliance and Risk Reduction

HRMS implementation significantly reduces compliance risks by automating regulatory requirements and maintaining updated labor law adherence. The system automatically tracks changes in Dubai's labor laws and ensures all HR processes align with local regulations.

Cost and Time Savings

Implementation of HRMS delivers substantial cost reductions through:

Elimination of manual paperwork

Reduction in administrative staff requirements

Decreased error-related costs

Streamlined approval processes

Automated payroll calculations

Enhanced Data Security

Modern HRMS platforms offer robust security features:

Multi-level authentication protocols

Encrypted data storage

Regular automated backups

Role-based access control

Audit trail monitoring

Real-time Analytics and Reporting

Advanced analytics capabilities enable organizations to:

Generate instant compliance reports

Track key performance indicators

Monitor employee productivity metrics

Analyze payroll trends

Create custom dashboards for decision-making

The system maintains comprehensive data integrity while providing actionable insights through automated reporting tools. These features enable HR departments to make data-driven decisions and maintain strategic alignment with organizational goals.

Moving forward, organizations can leverage these HRMS benefits to transform their HR operations from tactical to strategic, focusing on value-adding activities rather than administrative tasks.

Managing HR and payroll operations in Dubai's dynamic business landscape presents unique challenges that require modern solutions. HRMS technology has emerged as a transformative tool, effectively addressing administrative burdens, ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws, and streamlining payroll processes. From automating routine tasks to maintaining accurate employee records and processing WPS-compliant salaries, HRMS solutions provide comprehensive support for HR professionals.

The implementation of a robust HRMS system is no longer optional but essential for businesses in Dubai. Organizations that embrace these digital solutions position themselves for improved efficiency, reduced compliance risks, and enhanced employee satisfaction. By leveraging HRMS capabilities, companies can focus on strategic initiatives while ensuring seamless HR and payroll operations aligned with local regulations and business objectives.

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"Apple Music vs. Spotify: How Do They Differ in Paying Songwriters and Composers?"

Introduction

Introduce Apple Music and Spotify as two of the world’s leading music streaming platforms, with millions of global users.

Explain that while both platforms offer streaming services, their approaches to compensating songwriters and composers differ in certain ways.

State that this article will compare how Apple Music and Spotify handle royalties for songwriters and composers, helping creators understand where they might earn more.

Overview of Streaming Royalties: Apple Music vs. Spotify

Revenue Pools and Pro-Rata Payment Model:

Describe how both platforms use a "pro-rata" model, where a pool of revenue from subscriptions and ads is divided among all rights holders based on the share of total streams.

Explain that each platform calculates a per-stream rate by dividing total revenue by total streams, making it variable and dependent on overall usage and revenue in a given period.

User-Centric vs. Pro-Rata Models:

Mention the ongoing industry debate around "user-centric" payouts (allocating revenue based on individual user streams) versus the current "pro-rata" model used by Apple Music and Spotify.

Note that neither Apple Music nor Spotify currently uses a user-centric model, but both platforms have faced pressure from the music industry to consider it.

Payment per Stream: How Apple Music and Spotify Differ

Average Per-Stream Rates:

Explain that, on average, Apple Music is known to pay a higher per-stream rate than Spotify.

Note that Apple Music's per-stream rate ranges around $0.007 to $0.01, while Spotify’s rate is typically lower, averaging between $0.003 and $0.005.

Mention that these rates are not fixed and vary based on total streams, revenue in different regions, and user subscription levels.

Subscription Pricing and Tiers:

Describe that Apple Music's subscription-only model (no free, ad-supported tier) may allow it to allocate more revenue per stream compared to Spotify.

Contrast this with Spotify's free tier supported by ads, which reduces the average per-stream payout due to lower revenue from ad-supported listeners.

Regional Differences:

Mention that per-stream rates may vary by country due to differences in subscription costs, advertising revenue, and market penetration.

Discuss how both platforms adjust payouts based on regional differences, impacting songwriters in different markets.

Royalties Breakdown: How Songwriters and Composers Get Paid

Performance and Mechanical Royalties:

Explain that both platforms pay performance and mechanical royalties, which are collected by PROs (ASCAP, BMI, etc.) and mechanical rights organizations (like the MLC in the U.S.).

Describe how these royalties are distributed through PROs and organizations that handle mechanical royalties, with both Apple Music and Spotify collaborating with similar entities.

Differences in Royalty Allocations:

Discuss that while both platforms pay similar types of royalties, their average per-stream payout and payout distribution model differ slightly.

Note that Apple Music’s higher per-stream rate may mean songwriters and composers earn more per play, even though Spotify's larger user base might offset this by delivering a higher number of overall streams.

Apple Music’s Initiatives for Songwriters and Composers

Direct Engagement:

Explain that Apple Music has introduced several initiatives to improve visibility and transparency for songwriters, like the "Apple Music for Artists" dashboard, which offers insights into song performance, listener demographics, and location-based data.

Higher Payouts:

Mention Apple Music's commitment to a higher per-stream rate, acknowledging industry pressure to offer fairer compensation for songwriters.

Discuss any recent changes Apple has made, including advocacy for more transparency and fairer earnings for creators.

Spotify’s Initiatives for Songwriters and Composers

Spotify for Artists Platform:

Describe how Spotify also offers an artist dashboard that provides data insights, streaming metrics, and playlist performance but may lack songwriter-specific features.

Ad-Supported Model Impact:

Explain Spotify’s ad-supported tier as a double-edged sword: while it brings a wider audience, it results in a lower payout per stream compared to Apple Music’s subscription-only model.

Mention that Spotify has experimented with "Sponsored Songs" and other tools to boost artist revenue on the platform, but songwriters may still earn less due to lower per-stream payments.

Case Studies: Which Platform Benefits Songwriters More?

Independent Songwriter:

Hypothetically compare an independent songwriter on both platforms: they might benefit more from Apple Music’s higher per-stream rate if their songs have a smaller but engaged audience.

Popular Artist’s Collaborator:

For a songwriter working with a high-profile artist with millions of streams, Spotify might yield more revenue overall due to the platform’s larger user base, even if the per-stream rate is lower.

International Composer:

Mention that for composers in regions where streaming is rapidly growing, Spotify’s reach may provide more earnings despite the lower rate, while Apple Music might offer steady, higher rates in well-established markets.

The Industry’s Push for Fairer Payouts: Will Things Change?

Calls for Increased Transparency:

Discuss recent industry advocacy for clearer breakdowns of royalty payments, with both platforms urged to offer more transparent reporting to help songwriters understand their earnings.

Push for User-Centric Models:

Explain that some artists and songwriters have pushed for a user-centric model that would ensure a listener’s subscription fee directly supports the artists they listen to.

Mention that neither Spotify nor Apple Music has yet adopted this model, but both are watching industry trends and feedback.

Conclusion

Summarize the key differences between Apple Music and Spotify in paying songwriters and composers: while Apple Music typically pays a higher per-stream rate, Spotify’s larger audience can lead to more streams overall.

Encourage songwriters to evaluate their audience and streaming strategy to determine which platform might be most beneficial for their career, noting that a balanced presence on both platforms can maximize visibility and revenue.

Conclude with a note on the importance of staying informed about industry developments and the potential for future changes in streaming payouts.