“Since the implementation of VIMIGO transparent performance rewards system, Class A teachers aren't just well-paid, but also operations are streamlined and management is simplified”
Glexis Tuition Centre - Henry Lim
Glexis Tuition Centre : Making sense of salaries in education industry
“I dream of an educational realm where we’re both wealthy and dignified experts.” So began Henry Lim, founder of GLEXiS Tuition Centre. Since the implementation of VIMIGO transparent performance rewards system, Class A teachers aren’t just well-paid, but also operations are streamlined and management is simplified.
Henry has been in the education industry for 10 years. Known as a troublemaker kid – from school brawls to failing grades, it was all par for the course. But one teacher, in his fourth grade, changed his destiny. This teacher took him under his wing, taught him not only to be well mannered but also improve his grades. He transformed, later diving headfirst into the world of education, hoping to inspire others as he was once.
Henry muses, “Education is people oriented. You need genuine passion to thrive.” But let’s face it. Teachers are often underpaid, and teachers emphasizing monetary return is considered unacceptable. Sadly, the common perception in our society is – Shouldn’t teachers pour their soul and heart into educating our children rather than being concerned about money?”
He contrasts salaries of teachers with professions like doctors and lawyers, which led him to ponder: if our teachers couldn’t maintain the standard of living they desire, who would willingly shape our next generations?
As Henry states, drawing upon Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, we first fulfill our physiological needs prior to psychological needs. Monetary compensation is just one of the ways to meet basic needs so that teachers can commit to work without worrying about bread and butter issues.
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As the outbreak of Covid emerged in 2020, Henry saw transforming to online education a necessity. At the same time, he took a bold step by introducing the VIMIGO performance reward system to the company, with a goal to bring mutual benefits for the company and the team. As VIMIGO was rolled out, many of the staff left the company. Fortunately, a few of them stayed, one has been serving for 10 years since she joined the company in her early 20’s.
Henry believed that VIMIGO met his requirements. The system helps him better reward his teachers’ hard work. Despite the fact that some teachers might not accept this system and then resign, he viewed it as short-term pain for long-term gain.“I decided to do whatever it takes to get the company prepared for post-pandemic recovery, while increasing the standard of living of my fellow teachers.” Henry acknowledged.
After a year of persistence, the team has now fully embraced the VIMIGO spirit. This year, GLEXiS organized its first company trip abroad, with outstanding employees fully sponsored. Meanwhile, the company also covered self-development training fees for Class A staff in recognition of their good performance.
The results speak for themselves. Top-performing teachers now saw a surge in their income and better quality of life. The team is also more aware about their value, thereby working more proactively for reaching the goal.
Every educational institution has bills to pay. Henry knows that businesses which ignore reality and don’t emphasize profit making are actually exploitative. When the company is not making enough profits, pay cuts and layoffs are inevitable. The company would easily be caught in a vicious cycle when team morale is low, which in turn affects work performance, customer satisfaction and ultimately business revenue.
“Love should never hurt,” Henry says. “We prioritize our educators’ well-being, ensuring they’re both well-compensated and valued. Education should be a profession worth respect. I hope we can elevate the status of educators.”
In GLEXiS, Henry doesn’t put his teachers in the position of doing sales. Instead, he stresses the importance of quality teaching and customer services. Word-of-mouth, he believes, is more crucial to make the business sustainable. “So long as you’re a dedicated and capable teacher, the VIMIGO system will never leave you unseen.”
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In summary, VIMIGO provides a unified vision, ensuring everyone works towards achieving the same goal. It’s a fair system that rewards the right individuals and provides a clear vision for employees. Giving rewards is just part of the regime. The important thing is to cultivate a shared spirit among your people for a brighter collective future.
“Since the implementation of VIMIGO transparent performance rewards system, Class A teachers aren't just well-paid, but also operations are streamlined and management is simplified”
Glexis Tuition Centre - Henry Lim
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