Companies Offer More Non-Monetary Perks at Work

You might not be able to spend them, but they sure come in handy. That's what employers are counting on as they sweeten the pot with non-monetary benefits to keep their top performers and attract new ones.

"On the heels of the recession, perks are a cost-effective way employers can reward and retain staff and attract new employees," said Max Messmer, chairman of Accountemps and author of Human Resources KitFor Dummies®, 2nd Edition. "The most popular incentives are those that aid in career development and give employees some control over their work schedules."