Bonuses can take various forms, including cash, stock, or stock options, and can be given to individuals, teams, or the entire company. Incentive bonuses include signing bonuses for new hires, referral bonuses for employees who refer successful candidates, and retention bonuses to encourage employee loyalty.

A good annual bonus percentage typically falls between 10% and 15% of your annual salary (3). However, it's important to note that the specific percentage can vary depending on various factors such as industry, company revenue, location, and level (1).

One of the most common types of bonus is an annual bonus, which employers give out once a year. Annual bonuses are usually based on your overall performance, although companies who use profit-sharing rewards may distribute bonuses based on company success and profits.