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How to turn bonus statements into coaching tools

Use bonus statements to lead better 1:1s and tailgate talks—no spreadsheets or awkward lectures needed.

If you want to coach workers without nagging them or digging through spreadsheets, start with their Bonus Statement.

It’s not just a report. It’s a ready-made feedback tool built to show workers how their actions connect to their pay.

Here’s how to use it.

Use Bonus Statements to guide the conversation

Bonus Statements show:

  • Each ProPay the worker had a chance to earn
  • What they actually earned
  • What they missed out on—and why

Instead of vague coaching like “Do better next time,” you can say:

“You earned $180 in bonuses last week. But you could’ve made $240. That $60 gap? It came from that Tuesday job that went over on time and budget.”

It’s clear.
It’s factual.
And it’s actionable.

Perfect for 1:1s and tailgate meetings

Here’s how field leaders use Bonus Statements in practice:

For 1:1s:

  • Pull up the worker’s Bonus Statement
  • Highlight a few wins and misses
  • Ask: “What got in the way here?”
  • End with: “What’s one thing you’d do differently next week?”

For tailgate talks:

  • Share a standout Bonus Statement (with names removed)
  • Break down why it was so successful
  • Reinforce: “You don’t have to guess how to earn more—we show you every week.”

Use Bonus Statements to ask better questions

Skip the lectures. Try these questions instead:

  • “Do any of these ProPays surprise you?”
  • “What went right on this one?”
  • “What would’ve made this one hit full bonus?”
  • “How do you think your crew sees this?”

The goal: curiosity > criticism. Let the numbers start the conversation.

Do it weekly—or at least regularly

The more often you coach with Bonus Statements:

  • The more normal it becomes
  • The less reactive you get
  • The faster your team levels up

Even if it’s just 5 minutes a week per person, it adds up.

Reminder: The goal is growth, not shame

Use Bonus Statements to build trust, not fear. Workers are more likely to engage when:

  • You lead with curiosity
  • You share wins
  • You make it clear the goal is helping them earn more

The tool’s already in your hands. Now it’s just about using it.