subject: How Much Do Your Employees Really Make? [print this page] So, the take-away is two-foldSo, the take-away is two-fold. First, download this spreadsheet and figure out how much your employees really cost you and then use that in your planning and forecasting. Second, use the spreadsheet to educate your employees about the total compensation package they receive because of their employment with you. Even if they do not believe in or buy-into all of the programs and initiatives, the cost is still real and you need to get credit for it.