HR & Payroll 2.0

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When Compensation & Payroll Converge with Special Guest Briana ‘Bri’ Mullens

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome payroll and compensation expert and practitioner, Bri Mullens, to the show to discuss the convergence of payroll, compensation, benefits, and total rewards.

Bri shares how an accounting background led to a career in payroll and why the key ingredients that kept her there were equal parts numbers, compliance, and real human impact. The conversation covers why aligning payroll with compensation and benefits can be a strategic unlock, especially as pay transparency laws accelerate, and employees expect clearer answers to how, why and what they are paid.

Bri breaks down how she’s using market data, partnering closely with HR, and rolling out total compensation letters to help employees understand the full value of their rewards package and provide the transparency that builds trust.

They also discuss modern pay experience enablers such as earned wage access (EWA), the payroll “latency” challenge, and financial wellness. Plus, a practical look at how HR and compensation teams are using AI today without compromising sensitive employee data.

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Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Asia-Pacific Compliance Pulse Check with Special Guest Lynette Liew

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete welcomes Asia-Pacific HR and compliance expert Lynette Liew of Links International to the show for a pulse check on one of the most complex and fast-moving regions in the world of work.

They explore the rapid evolution of employment compliance across Australia, China, India, and Southeast Asia, the growing shift from global to regional HR and payroll providers, and why enterprise buyers are doubling down on local expertise to manage regulatory risk. The conversation also dives into how AI is reshaping payroll operations, workforce planning, and compliance oversight.

Lynette brings frontline insight into statutory volatility, fragmented labor frameworks, digital payments innovation, payroll talent shortages, and why localization, cultural fluency, and deep regulatory knowledge are emerging as true competitive advantages in 2026.

Connect with Lynette:

https://linksinternational.com/research/apac-labour-law-updates/

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The Past, Present, & Future of HR Reinvention with Trey Campbell

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Trey Campbell, legendary HR outsourcing and transformation executive, former CEO, and current board member of OneSource Virtual, for a candid conversation on how HR outsourcing and managed services have evolved and where they are heading next.

Trey takes us from the early days of HR outsourcing (HRO) to today’s automation-driven, cloud-enabled service models that power cloud-based HR operations. He explains why so many large-scale outsourcing deals failed, why “lift and shift” never delivered on its promises, and why standardization, workflow automation, and service design matter more than ever.

The conversation goes deep on what CHROs, and CFOs are getting wrong about outsourcing, why payroll and compliance risk, not just cost, drives buying decisions, and why the myth of one global payroll system still hasn’t been cracked after 30 years.

Trey shares his perspective on AI, automation, and “services as software,” explaining where intelligent workflows will truly transform HR and payroll and where human expertise will remain essential.

Connect with Trey:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/campbelltrey/

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Live from Zoho Day 2026 with Special Guest Raju Vegesna

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0000

In this special episode, Pete is joined by Raju Vegesna, Chief Evangelist at Zoho, live from the annual Zoho Day analyst 2026 event and update in Austin, Texas!

Together they explore Zoho’s 30-year journey from shipping software on floppy disks to delivering integrated SaaS platforms and now AI-driven solutions, and how the company’s distinct culture and values have underpinned that evolution.

The conversation explores the future of SaaS and AI. Raju challenges the narrative that “SaaS is dead,” arguing instead that commoditization of software and AI is a net positive: as costs drop, access and productivity rise across society. They discuss the shift from productivity gains to intelligence gains as the new ROI in software, and how connected data and platforms are foundational for meaningful AI insights.

They talk about the gap between AI hype and reality, why many AI projects are not yet delivering ROI, and how we’re still in the “plumbing” and protocol phase of this wave and the emerging importance of data and intelligence sovereignty, including why some countries and large enterprises may push back toward on‑premise or sovereign AI.

Plus Raju offers guidance for business leaders who feel stuck or behind on AI: it’s still early, the ground is shifting rapidly, and the current explosion of innovation will be followed by consolidation, creating a window of opportunity for fast movers.

Connect with Raju:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajuvegesna1/

X: https://x.com/rajuv

Website: www.zoho.com

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

X: https://x.com/HRPayroll2_0

X: https://x.com/PeteTiliakos

X: https://x.com/JulieFer_HR

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Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Live from Zoho Day 2026 with Special Guest Holger Mueller

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

In this special episode, Pete is joined by Holger Mueller, VP and Principal Analyst at Constellation Research, live from the annual Zoho Day 2026 analyst event and update in Austin, Texas!

Drawing on decades of watching Zoho grow from early cloud pioneer to fully integrated “ecosystem,” Holger breaks down what makes Zoho’s horizontally and vertically integrated stack so distinctive, and why its people-first culture and homegrown talent strategy show up so clearly in its products and customer relationships.

Pete and Holger dive into the noisy “SaaS is dead” narrative and cut through the hype around AI agents, cloud, and data. They unpack why back-end modernization and elasticity still matter, why all‑in‑one suites are back in vogue, and how integration gaps quietly sabotage ROI in HCM, payroll, and benefits. From orchestration and data lakes to edge computing and mobile‑only HR, they explore how frontline employees, real‑time payments, and smartphones at the “edge” are reshaping how work gets done

Holger argues HR must lean into technology, get closer to IT and data governance, and use AI to turn static policies and PDFs into conversational, employee-friendly experiences, while protecting trust, security, and compliance.

Connect with Holger:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holgermueller/

X: https://x.com/holgermu

BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/holgerbsky.bsky.social

Constellation Research: https://www.constellationr.com/

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G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

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https://www.payrollinpodcast.com/

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

The State of SMB HR & Payroll with Special Guest Matt Vaadi

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Matt Vaadi, longtime payroll industry exec, CEO of GuHRoo, and host of The Payrollin’ Podcast, to take the pulse on the small businesses buyer and talk about the realities of the marketplace for SMB HR and payroll solutions.

From tech-first vs service-first buyers to the rise of niche payroll providers, Matt offers an insider’s view of how small and mid-sized businesses are buying, switching, and scaling HR and payroll today. The conversation explores why overcrowding in the HCM and payroll market is reshaping go-to-market strategies, why centers of influence like CPAs, brokers, and consultants are more powerful than ever, and how private equity and consolidation are quietly redefining PEO and ASO models.

The group also digs into the future of embedded payroll, AI-driven automation, and why many SMB buyers are demanding API-driven, workflow-centric platforms instead of traditional systems. Matt shares how specialization is driving higher growth and valuations, and what HR tech and payroll vendors must do to stay competitive in a market where trust, simplicity, and integration now matter more than brand.

Connect with Matt:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattvaadi/

https://www.guhroo.co/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Workforce Management Is Having Its Moment with Special Guest Jim Jensen

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie are joined by veteran HR Tech exec and Founder and CEO of Traxxion, Jim Jensen, for a wide-ranging conversation on why workforce management has become one of the most strategic and misunderstood pillars of modern HR.

Drawing on Jim’s decades of HR Tech experience, the group explores the past, present, and future of HCM and WFM (Workforce Management) technology in an AI-enabled workplace. The conversation explores how time data, compliance, and scheduling have become foundational to payroll accuracy, employee experience, and operational resilience.

The group dives into the real role of AI in HR and why it should assist, not replace, human judgment, the resurgence of best-of-breed strategies, and why workforce management is now where culture, trust, and engagement are most visibly won or lost.

Connect with Jim:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimjensen3/

https://www.traxxion.ai/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

The Mind of the SMB HR Tech Buyer with Special Guest Margaret Godwin

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome longtime HR transformation consultant, HR tech expert, Margaret Godwin, to take the pulse on the SMB HR tech buyer, and explore what’s actually happening inside HR teams in small and mid-market organizations. From AI hype versus operational readiness to why service models, not features, are driving vendor churn.

The group discusses why SMBs churn through HCM systems, where HR tech buying decisions break down, and why service, change management, and implementation strategy matter more than features or “best AI.”

Margaret shares frontline insights on AI readiness, managed services, PEO tradeoffs, enterprise platforms moving down market, and the growing gap between what technology promises and what organizations can realistically absorb.

Connect with Margaret:

‘HR Tech Minute’ Substack: https://hrtechminute.substack.com/profile/posts

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtgodwin/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

The Rise of Payroll as a Liquidity Strategy with Special Guest Andy Valentine

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome fintech and cross-border payments expert Andy Valentine to talk about the often-unseen realities of cross-border money movement in global payroll operations.

From FX volatility and treasury bottlenecks to compliance risk, bank fragmentation, and payroll “last mile” failures, this conversation goes deep into why payroll and payments have become a strategic growth conversation and not just an operational one.

Together, they explore how embedded finance, fintech partnerships, and improved data transparency are reshaping payroll operations, reducing liquidity strain, and enabling “just-in-time” funding models that let businesses retain cash longer without increasing risk.

Andy shares real-world insights on embedded payments, just-in-time funding, digital currencies, global compliance controls, and how fintech is reshaping liquidity, optionality, and workforce expansion for companies of all sizes. Plus, what to watch for in 2026, including the rise of stablecoins, local payment networks, and deeper integration between payroll, treasury, and HCM systems.

Connect with Andy:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyvalentine1/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Winter 2026, February)

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie share their POV’s and insights on recent global payroll and EOR marketplace updates and activity making headlines to kick off 2026!

Pete and Julie share their thoughts on recent events, including Dayforce SKO, Strada Global SKO, Papaya Global’s 2030 Workforce Summit, and ADP ReThink in Prague. Additionally, they discuss several product updates and acquisitions and what it means for buyers and providers of global EOR and global payroll.

Vendors mentioned in the episode include ADP, Boundless, Dayforce, Deel, EOS, G-P, Hitekers Omnipresent, Papaya Global, Payoneer, Remote, SKAUD, and Strada Global.

Links mentioned on the show:

Pete’s Post from the AI workshop in Prague: https://tinyurl.com/ypzupj62

Pete’s Post on Global EORs acting like teenagers: https://tinyurl.com/5n6xb2sz

Pete’s Payroll Influences Blog on ADP ReThink: https://www.payrollinfluences.com/post/adp-rethink-event-recap-adp-turns-75

Pete’s series on the future of EOR: https://www.globalization-partners.com/blog/evolution-global-eor-as-strategic-growth-engine/

Papaya Global’s 2030 Workforce Summit: https://papayaglobal.com/go/event/2030-workforce-summit-recap/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/hrpayroll2o.bsky.social

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Thank you to our marquee sponsors for powering the HR & Payroll 2.0 podcast forward!

G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogersmarysue

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

What CHRO’s Must Get Right with Special Guest Mary Sue Rogers

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie are joined by Mary Sue Rogers, a legend and pioneer in global HR, payroll, and workforce transformation!

From her early days modernizing payroll systems to senior leadership roles at IBM, Talent2, and Ascender, Mary Sue shares a rare, long-view perspective on how payroll evolved from a compliance function into the operational backbone of today’s global workforce.

The conversation spans Asia-Pacific payroll complexity, multinational compliance, board-level risk oversight, and why paying people accurately is foundational to employee experience. Mary Sue also offers sharp insight into AI’s real impact on HR, the growing role of payroll as an extension of government compliance, and what CHROs must prioritize as organizations head into an uncertain 2026.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolesahin/

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

The Davos Debrief with Special Guest Nicole Sahin

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

On this special episode, join Pete as he catches up with Nicole Sahin, Founder and CEO of G-P, who shares an insider’s POV on the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland.

Together, they unpack what Davos is and what attending entails, and the value in the density of global CEOs, heads of state, founders, and policymakers converging annually on the small alpine village. Nicole shares what that proximity reveals about the direction of business, talent, and technology, and how geopolitical tension and macroeconomic uncertainty are shaping executive conversations.

They discuss why business leaders worldwide are seeking stability, cooperation, and frictionless cross-border operations. They explore the evolving reality of global hiring and talent mobility, and how countries like India and the UAE are accelerating digitization to attract innovation and entrepreneurship, and what that means for governance, compliance, and cross-border employment in the years ahead.

Plus, Nicole shares her lens on AI’s evolution from disruption narrative to enterprise reality, and why enterprise organizations are moving decisively to embed AI into HR, legal, and compliance functions. Including insights from G-P’s AI exploration and productization with G-P Gia.

Connect with Nicole:

https://www.globalization-partners.com/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

OneSource Virtual: https://hubs.ly/Q03YFNR90

OECD update: https://www.oecd.org/en/about/news/press-releases/2025/11/oecd-updates-model-tax-convention-to-reflect-rise-of-cross-border-remote-work-and-clarify-taxation-of-natural-resources.html

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Remote Work Takes a Big Step Forward with John Lee

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome show alumni, global mobility and remote work compliance expert John Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Work from Anywhere, to unpack what may be the most consequential compliance shift for international remote work in more than a decade.

John joins the show to break down the recent OECD’s (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) guidance on cross-border remote working and permanent establishment, and why it creates much-needed clarity for employers and employees.

John explains why the new OECD guidance is so impactful, how it could remove one of the biggest barriers to work-from-anywhere programs, and why tax, HR, payroll, and mobility teams now have a practical framework rather than guesswork. The conversation also explores what’s still missing, what’s coming next, and how companies should prepare for the next phase of global mobility, talent management, and compliance.

Links from the Episode:

John’s Post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7405212150887186432/

John’s Blog: https://wfa.team/blog/oecd-remote-work-updates/

Connect with John:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/j0hnlee/

https://x.com/john_w_lee

Connect with Work from Anywhere:

https://wfa.team/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-from-anywhere-team/

https://x.com/AnywhereTeam

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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Thank you to our marquee sponsors for powering HR & Payroll 2.0 podcast forward!

G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

OneSource Virtual: https://hubs.ly/Q03YFNR90

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

The PR Reset Redefining HR Tech Brands with Special Guest Katie Achille

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete and Julie step into the evolving world of public relations, brand storytelling, and answer-engine optimization with Kate “Katie” Achille, co-host of Up Next at Work and partner at Devon PR.

Together, they explore how PR (public relations) has shifted from traditional media and press releases to a strategic growth engine that now shapes search visibility, AI-powered discovery (AEO), and generative engine optimization (GEO) across the HR technology marketplace.

Katie breaks down why messaging matters more than ever, how companies can differentiate in an overcrowded HR tech, recruiting, and payroll ecosystem, and why the firms winning mindshare aren’t the loudest - they’re the ones who clearly articulate what they do, who they serve, and how they solve real problems. She shares practical insights on leveraging analysts, navigating buzzwords, aligning brand and product narratives, and building credibility in a market where AI is rewriting the rules of communication.

Connect with Katie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katieachille/

Up Next @ Work Podcast: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/up-next-work

Katie’s Substack, ‘The How’: https://thehowof.substack.com/

DevonPR: https://www.devonpr.com/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

WRKDefined Podcast Network: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hr-payroll-20

Thank you to our marquee sponsors for powering the HR & Payroll 2.0 podcast forward!

G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

OneSource Virtual: https://hubs.ly/Q03YFNR90

Where HR & Payroll Leaders Should Focus in 2026

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie revisit the show’s annual “Where HR and Payroll Leaders Should Focus…” episode, sharing POVs and insights for the Top 5 focus areas for HR & Payroll leaders in 2026!

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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Thank you to our marquee sponsors for powering the HR & Payroll 2.0 podcast forward!

G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

OneSource Virtual: https://hubs.ly/Q03YFNR90

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

The PayrollBADIes are In the House!

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete and Julie, welcome ‘The Payroll OG’ himself, Todd Acevedo of SAP SuccessFactors, and ‘The Payroll ATLien’ Imran Sajid of EPI-USE to the show to talk all things payroll!

A couple of industry rock stars, together with Payroll BADIes crew, on a mission to put the swag in payroll (with the gold chains and track suits to prove it) and change how organizations think about payroll, its strategic value, and the professionals who power it!

From the origins of the Payroll BADIes podcast and movement to the evolving role of payroll as a data-driven powerhouse in enterprise decision-making, Todd and Imran unpack the cultural, operational, and technological forces redefining the modern payroll landscape. Together, they explore why payroll is no longer a back-office function, but a mission-critical intelligence engine driving compliance, analytics, M&A readiness, and AI-powered service delivery across today’s global enterprises.

Connect with Todd, Imran, and the Payroll BADies:

Todd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddasevedo/

Imran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/imran-sajid/

Website: https://payrollbadies.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PayrollBADIes

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

WRKDefined Podcast Network: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hr-payroll-20

Thank you to our marquee sponsors for powering the HR & Payroll 2.0 podcast forward!

G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

OneSource Virtual: https://hubs.ly/Q03YFNR90

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Taking the Pulse on the Future of ERP with Special Guest Bonnie Tinder

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Bonnie Tinder, CEO and founder of Raven Intel, for a candid pulse check on the state of ERP!

From her early days implementing payroll to tracking more than 4000 ERP and HCM transformation projects, Bonnie brings a unique, practitioner-led view into why ERP is evolving and how AI, data consolidation, and implementation quality are reshaping outcomes for customers.

Bonnie explains why implementation success still comes down to people, governance, and clarity of vision, and shares what separates high-performing system integrators from the rest. The conversation explores the resurgence of all-in-one ERP, the rising influence of AI on deployment, and why customers must look beyond vendor accolades to evaluate real-world project results.

Connect with Bonnie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnietinder/

X: https://x.com/btinder

Raven Intel: https://ravenintel.com/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

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Thank you to our marquee sponsors for powering the HR & Payroll 2.0 podcast forward!

G-P ‘Globalization Partners’: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

OneSource Virtual: https://hubs.ly/Q03YFNR90

Thank you to our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and show producer Ryan Kielma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Special Announcement on the Future of HR & Payroll 2.0

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie share a special announcement and proudly unveil a new marquee sponsorship initiative to fuel the podcast’s next wave of growth!

Join HR & Payroll 2.0 in welcoming the cohort of brands that will power the show’s educational content ad-free in 2026:

G-P (Globalization Partners) is the recognized leader in global employment, ranked No. 1 in every industry analyst report. G-P’s global employment platform delivers everything companies of all sizes need to manage the full employee lifecycle with its trusted Global HR Agent, G-P Gia™, and AI-powered Employer of Record (EOR) and Contractor products. G-P supports teams in 180+ countries with more than a decade of global employment experience, the largest team of in-country HR, legal, and compliance experts, and its unmatched proprietary knowledge base.

OneSource Virtual (OSV) delivers in-tenant technology and expert services to automate the administrative, transactional tasks of payroll, taxes, accounts payable, benefits, and earned wage access within Workday while ensuring compliance. OSV has worked exclusively with Workday customers for the past 15 years, with a services team that averages 10 years of Workday experience in addition to 20 years of industry experience. With over 1,400 customers, 95 percent retention, and $200 billion in treasury movement annually, OSV helps organizations take their teams from transactional to transformational.

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The State of Payroll in The Land Down Under with Special Guest Ross Heron

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete and Julie welcome Ross Heron, CEO of the Australian Payroll Association to explore one of the world’s fastest-evolving and complex payroll landscapes!

Ross unpacks why Australia has surged up the global payroll complexity rankings, how new legislation is reshaping employer accountability, and why compliance is becoming a board-level conversation.

Together, they dive into the mounting risks facing payroll leaders, the accelerating talent and payroll skill shortage, and the emerging role of payroll as a strategic, data-driven advisor to the business. Ross shares what’s driving innovation, where AI adoption truly stands, and how forward-thinking organizations are reimagining payroll as a financial well-being engine and not just an administrative function amid unprecedented regulatory and technological change.

Connect with Ross & the Australian Payroll Association:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossheron/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/australian-payroll-association

Website: https://austpayroll.com.au/

‘Beryl’ AI Payroll Assistant: https://info.austpayroll.com.au/beryl-payroll-assistant

Australian Industry Report 2025: https://austpayroll.com.au/2025-payroll-industry-report

Australian AI Adoption Report 2025: https://austpayroll.com.au/payroll-ai-adoption-report

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A Peek Through the CFO Lens with Special Guest Sue Danino

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Sue Danino, a seasoned CFO and shared-services executive who has spent her career at the intersection of finance, payroll, and enterprise transformation.

Sue dishes on how CFOs truly view payroll’s strategic value - from controllership and cash-flow forecasting to risk, compliance, and data-driven decision-making. Together, the trio explores payroll’s wedge between HR and Finance, and how that tension can be turned into partnership, influence, and better business outcomes.

Sue shares candid stories from leading large, complex organizations through M&A, global payroll consolidation, and multi-provider landscapes, highlighting why payroll must be at the table early for any acquisition, restructuring, or technology investment. The conversation explores the rise of automation and AI inside finance functions, the growing importance of real-time integrations, and why documentation, governance, and cross-functional relationships matter more than ever.

Connect with Sue:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suedanino/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Fall 2025, December)

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie share their POV’s and insights on long list of HR and payroll tech marketplace updates and activity making headlines to wrap up 2025!

Pete and Julie share their thoughts on recent events including UKG Aspire and Workday Rising EMEA. Plus acquisitions, product announcements, and news from vendors across HCM, Payroll, Benefits, EOR, fintech, compliance, managed services, and more.

Vendors mentioned in the episode include ADP, Alight, Bitwage, Deel, DarwinBox, G-P, IBM, Paychex, Paystand, SD Worx, Strada Global, UKG, Vensure Employer Solutions, and Workday.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/hrpayroll2o.bsky.social

WRKDefined Podcast Network: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hr-payroll-20

Building Brand Trust & Human Connection with Special Guest Jeanniey Walden

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome award-winning Chief Marketing Officer, founder, author, and TV host Jeanniey Walden to the show for a masterclass in modern leadership, marketing, brand storytelling, and authenticity!

From her early career at JCPenney to leading marketing for global brands like Mercer, Rite Aid, and DailyPay, Jeanniey shares how authenticity, inspiration, and relatability – all central elements in her signature “AIR” framework can transform not only marketing but also internal culture. She reveals how DailyPay's branding became a verb, why HR leaders are natural marketers, and how AI is reshaping creativity, communication, and brand trust.

The conversation dives into how AI is reshaping marketing strategy and what it means for trust, creativity, and authenticity. Jeanniey shares her experience testing a fully AI-powered “virtual team,” what she’s learning from it, and why she believes AI replaces inefficiency, not humanity.

From the future of demand generation to the return of face-to-face connection, Jeanniey shares invaluable insights for leaders, reminding us that in an AI world, the most powerful brands will be built on emotion, trust, and human connection.

Connect with Jeanniey:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannieywalden/

X: https://x.com/LiftOffShow

Website: https://www.liftoffcompany.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Liftoffwithjeanniey

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Finding Purpose in Payroll with Special Guest Tiana Neal

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome ‘ATLien’, HRIS strategist, payroll expert, and CEO of Transcenders Consulting Group, and host of the Human-Roll Podcast, Tiana Neal!

Tiana shares here path of a career in radio and television to finding passion and purpose in HR and payroll. And why curiosity, courage, and a love of fixing things shaped her career and her work helping organizations modernize HR and payroll systems.

From the rise and angst with AI to compliance complexity to why so many companies still mistake tech problems for people problems. Tiana shares how HR and payroll leaders can embrace change, elevate the employee experience, and lead their businesses into what’s next.

Plus, Pete, Julie and Tiana talk through a handful of notable workplace and HR related news articles and share their POV’s and have a little fun with each!

Connect with Tiana:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiana-neal-22903386/

Website: http://www.transcendersconsultinggroup.com/

Blogs: https://www.transcendersconsultinggroup.com/ourblog

The Human Roll Podcast: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/the-human-roll

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Navigating Payroll’s Most Transformative Moment with Special Guest Ian Giles

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Ian Giles, Global Payroll Director at Dayforce, for a high-energy conversation on the “golden age of payroll!”

From the rise of AI to the rebirth of real-time pay, Ian shares his view from the front lines of global payroll transformation, where technology, trust, and talent are redefining what it means to lead in this profession.

Together, they explore how AI is reshaping payroll roles, why flexibility is the new currency of attraction, and how earned-wage access and continuous calculation are accelerating the move beyond the traditional pay cycle. Ian also offers candid advice for payroll leaders on building strategic influence, restoring trust, and embracing innovation before they’re left behind.

Connect with Ian:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/payrolllife/

Dayforce: https://www.dayforce.com/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

From Hype to Trust with Special Guest Steve Elcock

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this special episode, recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Steve Elcock, Director of AI & HCM Product at Zellis, for a conversation on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of payroll and HR.

The two explore why payroll is the ultimate test case for trustworthy AI, and why future-ready organizations must invest in AI literacy, clean data, and standard operating models before expecting results.

Steve unpacks the real-world applications of AI in payroll, from data quality and model trust to embedded security and responsible automation, sharing how AI is bringing explainability and precision to one of the most risk-averse functions in business.

Together, they explore what it takes to move beyond the hype, discussing AI readiness, data scaffolding, sustainability, and why domain expertise will define the next generation of payroll innovation.

Connect with Steve:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-elcock-4b04a2/

Zellis: https://www.zellis.com/

About Zellis ELLA: https://www.zellis.com/software/ai-with-humanity/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Reframing Payroll for Strategic Impact with Special Guest Wendy Muirhead

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete catches up with HCM transformation and global payroll executive, Wendy Muirhead, Founding Partner of WH People!

From the shifting compliance landscape in the U.K., to the cultural and economic forces shaping payroll investment worldwide, Wendy shares the current climate and pulse across the marketplace as organizations strive to “do more with less” and unlock the hidden strategic value in modern payroll operations.

Pete and Wendy explore how payroll leaders are earning a seat at the table, by mastering data, governance, and storytelling that moves the C-suite from “approval to investment” - sharing how payroll leaders can step beyond execution to become strategic advisors, driving business outcomes through insight, collaboration, and influence at the C-suite level.

Together, they challenge the perception of payroll as a back-office function, spotlighting the profession’s evolution toward risk mitigation, business transformation, and strategic influence.

Connect with Wendy:

WH People: https://wh-people.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendymuirhead0980/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Taking the Pulse of Payroll Talent with Special Guests Nick Day and Tom Croughton

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete catches up with the world-famous duo behind the most recognized payroll recruiting brands in the world - JGA Recruitment co-founders and payroll evangelists Nick Day and Tom Coughton!

Together, they unpack the evolving payroll talent landscape, exploring how AI, hybrid work, and shifting expectations are reshaping the skills, leadership, and mindset required to thrive in modern payroll.

From the global war for payroll talent to the rise of the Chief Payroll Officer and the paradigm-shifting concept of a “Chief Payroll Ethicist,” the trio dives into the importance of storytelling, trust, and leadership development in attracting the next generation of payroll professionals.

Packed with candid discussion and actionable advice, this episode challenges payroll and HR leaders alike to rethink the critical practice positioning in the organization and how they attract, retain, and empower the next generation of payroll professionals.

Connect with Nick and Tom:

JGA Recruitment: https://jgarecruitmentinc.com/

Nick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

Tom’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-croughton/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

The Golden Age of Payroll Is Here with Special Guest Jen Cozier

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Jen Cozier, VP of Product Management for Workday Payroll, to unpack how AI, data, and orchestration are transforming the payroll experience.

They explore why trust, data quality, and employee experience are shaping payroll’s position and impact for a new strategic era, and how modern payroll teams can elevate their strategic influence, attract new talent, and lead with innovation in what Pete has called the “golden age of payroll.”

Connect with Jen:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jencozier/

Workday Payroll: https://www.workday.com/en-us/products/payroll/overview.html

Pete’s recent e-book “From Cost Center to Strategic Partner: The ROI of Modern Payroll” in partnership with Workday: https://shorturl.at/MjlYn

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Influencing the Future of the HMRC with Special Guest Samantha O’Sullivan

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Samantha O’Sullivan, Policy Lead at the CIPP, to unpack the evolving role of payroll in shaping national policy and digital transformation.

They discuss the CIPP’s groundbreaking secondment with His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), a first-of-its-kind partnership embedding a payroll leader directly inside government to help modernize the U.K.’s tax and payroll infrastructure. Samantha shares how this collaboration is redefining payroll’s strategic value, driving modernization of legacy systems, and bringing a practitioner’s voice into national transformation initiatives.

The conversation dives into why payroll must have a seat at the table - in both government and the C-suite - and how empathy, collaboration, and data-driven leadership are reshaping the profession. From payrolling benefits in kind to tackling the UK’s £475 billion tax landscape, this episode spotlights payroll’s power to influence policy, enhance compliance, and elevate its standing as a true strategic function.

Connect with Samantha:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-o-sullivan-mcippdip-policy-lead/

CIPP Website: https://www.cipp.org.uk/

Join the CIPP: https://www.cipp.org.uk/membership/join-online.html

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonasmith/

The State of Ed Tech with Special Guest Brandon Smith

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Ed Tech expert and CEO of Integrity Advocate, Brandon Smith, to discuss career transitions and the current state and outlook for education technology.

Brandon shares his remarkable journey from a dedicated law enforcement officer working undercover in narcotics to a C-suite leader in the educational technology sector. Brandon reveals how navigating the ethical dilemmas he encountered in law enforcement, including exposing corruption within his own department, and how those experiences fueled his passion for making a positive impact in the education sector, and led to a pivotal career change that reshaped his life.

Brandon shares his lens on the state of ed tech and highlights the pressing need for innovation in higher education. He discusses how institutions are adapting to changing student demographics and the rise of microlearning, delving into the complexities of educational institutions and emphasizing the importance of understanding their unique cultures and the impact of new leadership on the adoption of technology.

Plus, Brandon addresses the growing trend of students opting for alternative pathways to education, including skills-based certifications and online courses, and the role these play in shaping the future workforce.

Connect with Brandon:

Integrity Advocate: https://integrityadvocate.com/

X: https://x.com/EdTechXperts

Book: ‘The Silent Leader’: https://a.co/d/ftlfMKH

Ed TechExperts: https://edtechxperts.org/

info@edtechxperts.org

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Navigating the College to Career Divide with Special Guest Luke Powers

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Continuing in their Gen Z mindset series, Pete and Julie welcome Luke Powers, a recent college graduate who navigated the challenging transition from college intern to career professional in today's competitive job market.

Luke shares his journey as a middle child watching his siblings navigate their own career paths, offering a unique perspective on the pressures facing young professionals today. His journey began with dual enrollment in high school, followed by Northeastern University's innovative co-op program, where he discovered his passion for data analytics and business intelligence.

From securing multiple offers to facing the harsh reality of his chosen offer being rescinded, and how it ultimately led him to landing at E15 Group (part of Compass Group), where he now works on fan experience analytics for the Memphis Grizzlies. His journey illustrates the importance of agility, networking, and resilience in today's evolving workplace.

Connect with Luke:

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-powers1/

About E15 Group: https://www.e15group.com/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Living the Five Pillars of Modern Payroll with Special Guest Monica Miller

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Monica Miller, SVP of Payroll and Workforce Strategy – an accomplished Payroll Executive, to the show to discuss how payroll is being redefined as a strategic driver of business outcomes at the Compass Group.

Monica shares her unique journey from Navy intelligence officer to leading one of the world’s largest and most complex payroll operations. She reveals how Compass harmonized payroll and HR systems after decades of acquisitions, reduced payroll error rates, and built a data science team (including a chef turned data scientist) that unlocked new levels of accuracy, compliance, productivity, and business impact.

Monica highlights how payroll data led to process improvement, cost savings and a seat at the executive table. She highlights the critical impact of AI, from fraud detection to scheduling optimization, and how employee self-service and mobile access are transforming the workforce experience.

This episode offers a peek into the future of payroll as a strategic business partner, sharing powerful lessons from building a data-driven payroll Center of Excellence, scaling through automation, and gaining insights to position payroll at the heart of business impact!

Connect with Monica:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-miller-53509882/

Monica’s Conversation with Pete on The Source by DailyPay: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-the-future-of-payroll-ai-analytics-and-agility/id1524098995?i=1000711162869

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Navigating the H1B Minefield with Special Guest Nicole Forbes

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:30:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete and Julie welcome G-P’s Deputy General Counsel, Nicole Forbes, to the show to explore the controversial H-1B visa overhaul, its perceived "talent tariff” and what it means for business and HR professionals across sectors.

They discuss the angst and impacts from the new executive order, the implications of the $100K filing fee, lottery reforms favoring higher wages, and ramped-up enforcement under ‘Project Firewall’. Nicole breaks down how these changes disrupt talent acquisition, especially in tech and engineering, and explores alternatives like Employer of Record (EOR) solutions for building global teams’ agility and risk avoidance.

From legal challenges and worker anxieties to strategic advice for HR leaders navigating uncertainty, this discussion equips you with insights to rethink talent strategies and safeguard agility and innovation. Connect with Nicole & G-P:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleforbes-/

G-P: https://www.globalization-partners.com/

H1B Exec Order: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/09/restriction-on-entry-of-certain-nonimmigrant-workers/

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/payroll-is-coming-to-the-c-suite-with-special-guest/id1643933833?i=1000651189689

Progress Update on the Institute of Payroll Management with Special Guest Ciaran Strachan

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete catches up with Ciaran Strachan, President of the Institute of Payroll Management (IPM) (formerly the Australian Workforce Compliance Council) for an update on his bold vision and the progress made since his visit to the show in 2024.

Cairan provides updates on the progress and ongoing work by the IPM to designate payroll as a standalone industry, a key driver for the development of a universal Payroll Body of Knowledge (BOK) currently underway at the IPM, and the push to create formal payroll degrees and certifications with university credentialing.

Pete and Ciaran discuss the differentiator in “payroll relations” and not employee relations governing payroll, and the need for payroll relations as a formal role. They also discuss the politics and headwinds the IPM faces in repositioning payroll in Australia, and explore payroll’s path to and case for C-suite representation.

Plus, why is it time for a global standard for payroll education and a central global consortium to bring the payroll knowledge and education entities of the world together, and how the IMF is leading the way!

Connect with Ciaran and the IPM:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciaran-strachan-mba/

AWCC LinkedIn (Follow for updates on the IPM): https://www.linkedin.com/company/awccltd/

LinkedIn post referenced: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7355421210815451136/

Episode of HR & Payroll 2.0 featuring Ciaran (2024): ‘Payroll Is Coming to the C-Suite’

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

HR Tech Event Recap: Dayforce Discover

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie are back from Las Vegas after Dayforce Discover sharing insights, observations, and takeaways from the big HCM event! Pete and Julie opine on a long list of updates from Dayforce, including the acquisition of Agentnoon to enable its new Strategic Workforce Planning solution and ‘continuous planning’ ambitions, new products and features across the platform, and those next up on the roadmap, its agentic AI progress and plans, and more!

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The Human Factor in Cybersecurity with Special Guests Dante Jackson & Robert Igarashi

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Just in time for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Pete and Julie welcome cybersecurity experts, Serket-Tech Founder & CEO Dante Jackson and CTO/CISO Robert Igarashi, for a candid conversation on protecting HR and payroll operations from digital threats and bad actors!

Drawing from their unique backgrounds in federal law enforcement and financial services, Dante and Robert share why cybersecurity shouldn't just be for enterprise organizations, how to make your company a "hard target," and why employees are both your greatest vulnerability and best defense against cyber-attacks.

They talk threat detection, the challenges of BYOD policies, and why every HR leader needs a seat at the table for cybersecurity tabletop exercises. Plus, practical steps for building security-minded cultures and how to move from reactive to proactive security postures.

Connect with Dante & Robert:

Dante: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dante-jackson/

Robert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-igarashi-mba-cissp-0b18967/

About Serket Tech Security: https://serkettech.com/

Serket Tech FB: https://www.facebook.com/serkettech?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Digital Twins explained: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/glossary/digital-twin/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Inside the Open Banking Showdown with Special Guest Ian P. Moloney

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Ian P. Moloney, SVP and Head of Policy and Regulatory Affairs from the American Fintech Council, to break down the latest on the high-stakes legal battle over open banking.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) ruling under Dodd-Frank 1033 has sparked lawsuits, political maneuvering, and pushback from Big Banks, raising fundamental questions about who owns consumer financial data and who pays for access to it. Ian explains what’s at stake as the rule is challenged, how fintech innovators and disruptors are responding, and why employees, consumers, and payroll professionals should care.

From JP Morgan’s recent data access fees announcement to the role of disruptors like SoFi, Affirm, and DailyPay, the discussion highlights how the outcome of this battle will shape the future of fintech partnerships, financial access, and the employee experience.

Connect with Ian & the AFC:

Ian’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianpmoloney/

AFC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-fintech-council/

AFC: https://www.fintechcouncil.org/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

HR Tech Event Recap: HR Tech Conference, Workday Rising, Neeyamo N’Gage

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie share their POV’s and insights from a week of attending the HR Technology Conference & Expo, Workday Rising, and Neeyamo’s N’Gage events. Fresh from the HR tech fall event trail, they unpack a long list of product announcements, key trends and observations and opine on what it means for each vendor and the marketplace.

Vendors updates discussed in the episode include ADP, Chime, DailyPay, Flowise, G-P, HiBob, HiredScore, Insperity, Sana, SAP, Neeyamo, Paradox, SonicJobs, and Workday.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.ukg.com/resources/ebook/modern-manufacturing-smarter-workforce-turning-time-and-pay-competitive-advantage

Checking the Pulse of the HR Community with Special Guest Julie Devlin

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome HR executive and road-warrior thought leader Julie Devlin to the show to discuss the current pulse and future of HR and payroll!

Julie shares her unique journey in HR, which took her from an English major without direction to directing and building HR departments from scratch, while teaching graduate-level HR courses.

The conversation explores why HR still struggles with perception issues and emphasizes how small changes can lead to significant results when you begin with the end in mind. The group discusses the critical importance of strategic workforce management and how integrating payroll and time management creates compounding benefits across organizations.

Julie reveals insights from her time on the HR conference trail, covering everything from key trends and challenges to AI sentiment, and why HR and payroll must reposition themselves as strategic centers of expertise and enablers of ROI. Plus, Julie shares her POV on how the pace of innovation and change is accelerating (and may never be this slow again), and what HR and payroll practitioners are really thinking about AI at work.

Connect with Julie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdevhr/

X: https://x.com/JDevHR

Website: https://juliedevelin.com/

Pete’s e-book in partnership with UKG:

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-strategic-veteran/

The Strategic Veteran with Special Guest Adam Peters

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Adam Peters, combat veteran turned entrepreneur and evangelist for empowering fellow veterans!

The group discusses Adam’s inspiring journey from the U.S. Army to navigating the complexities and pitfalls of civilian life, as well as the challenges of finding identity and purpose after military service. Adam shares his passion for helping veterans struggling with the transition process and his work as an advocate for the veteran community and a champion of change.

Adam shares his transformative experiences with ayahuasca, highlighting the profound impact the psychedelic brew has had on his mental health and personal growth, and his work to help other veterans experience the same benefits.

Plus, Adam shares his work and passion for AI and automation, emphasizing the importance of a "fail fast,” learn and unlearn mentality, and draws parallels between military adaptability and operating in the evolving world of technology.

Connect with Adam:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thestrategicveteran/

Website: https://www.thestrategicveteran.com/

Podcast: https://www.thestrategicveteran.com/podcast

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChSuB5bX_E-zXvi5yJ6R5vQ

Alset Technologies: https://alsettechnologies.com/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

A Blast from Payroll Past with Special Guest Heather Stevenson

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Heather Stevenson, Senior Product Manager at UKG, for a fun trip down memory lane with a blast from Pete’s payroll past!

Pete and Heather reminisce on the chaos, camaraderie, transformation, and formative learnings they experienced as young colleagues leading and navigating the complexity of HR and payroll modernization for The Walt Disney Company. Together, they revisit the “Mission Impossible” digital journey at Disney, the unexpected challenges of running payroll in Hollywood, and the importance of empathy, adaptability, resiliency, and change in successful transformation.

Heather shares her journey from practitioner to product leader - from processing pay for celebrities and cast members to building next-generation HCM products that power the current and next generation of small businesses forward! Plus, insights into how AI is simplifying work, elevating the practitioner experience, and powering more connected HR, payroll and workforce management solutions that drive improved business outcomes!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-stevenson-975ba63/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandakassler/

Life Inside the Payroll CoE with Special Guest Amanda Kassler

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Amanda Kassler, Payroll Shared Services Manager at Otsuka, for a conversation on what it means to lead with heart and strategy in today’s payroll landscape.

Amanda shares her journey from executive assistant to payroll executive, and how she’s driving transformation through shared services, insights, and leadership. From building a true Payroll Center of Excellence to launching a dedicated payroll onboarding experience, Amanda brings practical insights—and a few surprising stories—about elevating payroll’s role in culture, compliance, and strategic enablement. With a business outcome mindset and a passion for process improvement, Amanada shares insights for driving impactful change and elevating payroll to its rightful place as a strategic partner!

Connect with Amanda:

https://hrforge.com/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://mlq.ai/media/quarterly_decks/v0.1_State_of_AI_in_Business_2025_Report.pdf

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Summer 2025, August)

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie share their POV’s and insights on a rush of HR tech marketplace updates and activity making headlines to wrap up the summer months of 2025! Pete and Julie share their thoughts on recent acquisitions, product announcements, and news from vendors across HCM, EOR, recruiting, fintech, and more. Vendors mentioned in the episode include Dayforce, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, DailyPay, Chime, Deel, Coupa, Flowise AI, Paradox, and SmartRecruiters.

Links to stories mentioned:

MIT Study: The GenAI Divide, State of AI in Business 2025:

Story on Super Mom, Super Commuter Rachel Kaur: https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/indian-origin-racheal-kaur-flies-to-work-malaysia-supercommuting-13862272.html

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/logging-into-ukg-a-chicago-users-group-production/id1819101228

Rise of the Workforce Managment CoE with Special Guest Jaronika Dancy

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Jeronika Dancy, Senior Manager of HR Technology at Amsted Industries, to explore the rise of the Workforce Management Center of Excellence (COE)!

Jeronika shares her unexpected career journey into HR from recruiting to HRIS to leading global workforce management transformation in a complex manufacturing environment.

Jeronika shares how she blends people, process, and technology to drive measurable business outcomes, and why investing in HR technology and payroll innovation is more than a simple tech purchase, and how the transformative power resides in the people leveraging it.

The conversation explores the complexities of frontline workforce management, curating partnerships with unions, and the role of governance, change management, and ROI storytelling in driving adoption and impact. Jeronika offers insights on strategic workforce planning, building tech-enabled HR teams, and how culture and leadership support fuel transformational outcomes!

Connect with Jaronika:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaronika-d-11075ba/

Podcast: ‘Logging in to UKG: A Chicago User Group Production’:

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

E-book featuring the Amsted Industries CoE Case: ‘The Manufacturing Advantage’: Smarter Workforce: Turning Time and Pay into a Competitive Advantage: https://www.ukg.com/resources/ebook/modern-manufacturing-smarter-workforce-turning-time-and-pay-competitive-advantage?utm_source=payroll-influences&utm_medium=banner

Platform Mindset with Special Guest Joe Wilson

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Joe Wilson, Colonel U.S. Air Force Reserve and Global CTO at Workday, to share lessons from his 30-year journey in tech and service, offering insights into the modern approach to scalable innovation, the skills-based future of talent, and why back-office operations deserve front-line focus.

Joe provides a candid look at how employers can better support veteran talent and why a “we before me” mindset matters more than ever in today’s world of work, and what a recent sabbatical, 30 years in the making, taught Joe about work and life.

Joe shares his lens and POV’s on the state of SaaS technology, the power of platform over point solutions and the “platform mindset”, AI “DIY,” and the next decade of back-office innovation. Plus, advice for organizations falling behind on transformation, and where CTOs should focus in 2025!

Connect with Joe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joewilson/

Connect with Workday: www.Workday.com

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanericchester/

Digital Dollars & the Future of Money with Special Guest Jonathan Chester

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome fintech futurist, digital money visionary, and Founder of Bitwage, Johnathan Chester, to the show and go deep into the world of digital money movement!

From his early Bitcoin obsession to building one of the first platforms enabling crypto payroll, Jonathan shares a front-line perspective on how blockchain, stablecoins, and digital assets are reshaping the global financial landscape—and what it all means for HR and payroll leaders.

The group explores cross-border payment inefficiencies, earned wage access, smart contracts, and the growing appetite among workers for crypto pay options. Jonathan breaks down stablecoins vs. CBDCs, the implications of the new GENIUS Act, and how digital rails are paving the way for real-time, programmable payroll.

Connect with Jonathan:

X: @JonChest

www.Bitwage.com

Resources:

Genius Act: https://shorturl.at/ECkG7

Crypto Regs Tracker: https://shorturl.at/6ceMh

CBDC Tracker: https://shorturl.at/gL8BY

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercedessullivan/

From Projects to Products with Special Guest Mercedes Sullivan

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Mercedes Sullivan, VP of People Transformation at McKinley!

Mercedes shares her unconventional journey as a touring professional tennis player, which eventually led her to become an IT and HR transformation executive. Plus, her fun story on how experimenting with an AI boyfriend named ‘Mateo’ sparked a curiosity for AI in the future of work.

The group explores the intersection of AI and human connection, the ethics of automation, and why treating employees like athletes could unlock performance potential across the enterprise. Mercedes also shares her paradigm-shifting mindset of moving from “projects to products”, her vision for governance in an AI-powered workplace, and why HR must lead the way in keeping humanity at the center of innovation.

Connect with Mercedes:

Article about Mercedes, Tennis to Corporate career: https://www.itftennis.com/en/news-and-media/articles/from-court-to-corporate-world-the-touring-teams-influence/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

2025 Payroll Profession Confidence Index Tour

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this very special episode, Julie and Pete take a tour of the 2025 Payroll Profession Confidence Index (PPCI) report!

They share details and color commentary around the results of the 2nd annual PPCI, walking through the unique research set and its key findings and themes, including guidance for leaders and C-suite executives. The 2025 PPCI assesses the health of the payroll profession and its operations globally, delving deeper into the performance of payroll operations against the Five Pillars of Modern Payroll, introduced in the 2024 inaugural report. Plus, Pete unveils a groundbreaking new Modern Payroll ROI Framework and POV to help leaders measure, prove, and shape a new narrative around payroll’s strategic contributions and impact!

Download the 2025 PPCI: https://www.payrollinfluences.com/researches/2025-payroll-profession-confidence-index-report

About the PPCI:

The Payroll Profession Confidence Index (PPCI) is the first-of-its-kind payroll research designed 'by payroll and for payroll' to amplify the collective voice of its professionals and raise awareness for the value and impact of the critical profession. The PPCI takes the sentiment-based pulse of payroll professionals and measures the health and value-driven impact of their operations to better understand how to nurture the future of the payroll profession and raise the eminence and impact of every payroll professional worldwide. The PPCI remains entirely free of sponsorship or any monetization, and 100% anonymous with no personal information required to participate or to access the final report.

About Payroll Influences: www.payrollinfluences.com

Founded, curated, and led ‘by payroll and for payroll, ‘Pi’ is the world’s premier virtual forum dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding of the critical payroll profession and empowering its current and future leaders to shape its next chapter. We believe payroll professionals are the most essential workers on the planet and, until now, have lacked an ecosystem dedicated to advancing their eminence and influence. Our mission is to provide THE premier forum to unite the world’s most essential professionals through a community of like-minded leaders eager to explore, share, learn, and advance as payroll executives!

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasotter/

Investing in the Future of Work with Special Guest Thomas Otter

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome long-time HR technology industry executive and Partner at Acadian Ventures, Thomas Otter, to share his insights on where ‘hype meets truth’ on the state and future of HR and payroll technology!

Thomas shares his path from studying labor law and industrial relations to finding a career in HR technology and now fueling the future of HR tech as an investor. Thomas provides insight into the Acadian Ventures investment thesis and lens, as well as why the firm is betting big on what he calls the “infrastructure era” of HR tech. He explains why AI is prompting the industry to reassess long-held assumptions and challenges the hype that often surrounds so-called ‘game-changing’ innovations, as well as how unstructured data and conversational UIs are transforming our interactions with systems.

Thomas makes a compelling case for why HR leaders must understand their business at its core - starting by knowing their organization’s “gold price.” Plus, advice on how HR buyers can cut through the noise to focus on what solutions actually deliver to solve problems and drive business outcomes!

Connect with Thomas:

Acadian Ventures: https://www.acadianventures.com/

SubStack: https://thomasotter.substack.com/

“Wedding cakes vs. Cupcakes” blog: https://www.unleash.ai/hr-technology/thomas-otter-on-the-wedding-cake-v-cupcake-of-hr-tech/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Creating Veteran Ready Workplaces with Special Guest Eddie Dunn

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Eddie Dunn, Founder and Exec Director at Civilian Ready Foundation, Interim President at Vets2Industry, long time talent executive, Army veteran and veteran advocate to the show.

Eddie shares insights on creating veteran-ready workplaces and bridging the gap between the highly skilled veteran community and the civilian workforce. Eddie discusses the critical importance of confidence, community, and clarity during a veterans’ transition, and why employers must move beyond standard hiring practices to truly tap into veterans’ immense leadership capabilities and unique skillsets. From redefining transition as a wellness practice to advocating personalized career pathways, Eddie offers valuable guidance for HR leaders, employers, and transitioning service members alike.

Connect with Eddie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiedunn/

Civilian Ready: https://www.civilianready.org/

Vets2Industry: https://vets2industry.org/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Gracious Payroll with Special Guest Danny Schulz

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete and Julie welcome long-time show friend Danny Schulz, Director of Global Payroll at Kohler, for a candid and insightful conversation on the future of payroll talent, leadership, and transformation!

Danny shares how Kohler is navigating the looming payroll talent gap with intentional succession planning, cross-generational leadership, and a bold commitment to building a people-first, globally integrated payroll function. From reshaping payroll’s role under Total Rewards to embracing data science and automation, Danny offers insights for building resilient operations, preparing for global expansion, and reframing payroll as a strategic growth engine.

Connect with Danny:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-schulz/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Global Mobility in Motion with Special Guest Catey Palmer

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome global mobility powerhouse, the “energizer bunny” of global payroll, and Founder of ExPaytriate, Catey Palmer!

Catey shares her unconventional journey from a career in law to global payroll and how her passion for compliance, strategy, and people shaped a new venture to make expat payroll support more accessible. The group talks the often-overlooked intricacies of global mobility, shadow payrolls, and the critical need for tighter integration between HR, payroll, tax, and legal. Catey also shares candid views on the evolving role of EORs and how technology and culture must evolve to support truly agile global talent strategies.

Connect with Catey:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catey-palmer-globalpayroll/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

The End-to-End Mindset with Special Guest Maureen Shea

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Maureen Shea, former VP of HR Transformation, Vendor Governance, and Finance at CVS Health, for an energizing conversation on building an end-to-end mindset in a world of constant change!

From her early days in compensation and benefits to leading large-scale enterprise HCM integrations, Maureen shares hard-earned insights on breaking down silos, driving cross-functional change, and keeping the employee experience front and center. The group explores how HR can move beyond the “way we’ve always done it” mindset, leverage AI and automation, and build credibility through data-driven outcomes. Whether you’re grappling with onboarding challenges, technology transformation, or cultural resistance, this episode is packed with relatable stories, sharp advice, and a few laughs on what it takes to drive meaningful change in today’s complex HR landscape.

Connect with Maureen:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenshea7/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

HR Tech Marketplace News & Updates: UKG Global Analyst Day

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete returns from Fort Lauderdale Beach, Florida where UKG held its first Global Analyst Day and shares insights from the big event! Pete and Julie opine a long list of updates at UKG including its refreshed C-suite, GTM focus, plus product updates on both the UKG Ready and UKG Pro solutions and what it all means for buyers.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

Payroll Congress Debrief 2025

Thu, 29 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Fresh home from Orlando, Florida, Pete and Julie debrief on the ‘Super Bowl of Payroll,’ the 43rd annual Payroll Congress! They share a recap of the biggest week in payroll, including POV’s on key learning sessions, keynotes, and insights from the week. The new products and innovations making headlines, plus their thoughts on trends and takeaways from conversations around the event!

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky. social

Empowering Veterans in the Modern Workforce with Special Guest Ross Dickman

Tue, 27 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, and just in time for Veterans Appreciation Month…. Pete and Julie welcome Ross Dickman, Army veteran and CEO of Hire Heroes USA!

Ross shares his personal transition story from Apache helicopter pilot to purpose-driven nonprofit CEO, offering candid insights on the challenges veterans and their spouses face when entering the civilian workforce and the rich, often overlooked skills they offer. Ross provides a peek into the mission at Hire Heroes USA and why it is as critical as ever, highlighting the power of purpose and belonging in veteran engagement. Ross provides his POV on engaging and nurturing veteran talent as the workforce evolves with tips for the employer and veteran lenses.

Connect with Ross and HireHeroes USA:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossdickman/

Hire Heroes USA: www.hireheroesusa.org

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Book: https://www.amazon.com/HR-Like-Boss-Amazingly-Awesome/dp/1586444417

Celebrating The Function That's Never Celebrated with Special Guest John Bernatovicz

Tue, 20 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome John Bernatovicz, founder and CEO of Willory, and author of ‘HR Like a Boss’!

John shares his inspiring journey behind his mission to elevate the HR profession with a passion rooted in resilience, community, and a vision to transform how people feel at work. From his early days at ADP to building a thriving consultancy and bestselling book – ‘HR Like a Boss’, John offers a candid take on the state of HR and payroll. John shares his lens on the value of investing in people, embracing technology, breaking down silos, and leading HR ‘like a boss.’ John shares why emotional intelligence and business fluency are the must-have skills for every HR leader. Plus, pro tips on ‘boss moves’ HR can make in the wake and face of constant volatility.

Connect with John:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbernatovicz/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Willory/videos

Willory: https://willory.com/

www.HRlikeaboss.com

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hr-like-a-boss-by-willory/id1531388217

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Thriving in the Creator Economy with Special Guest Ryan Kielma

Tue, 13 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome our ‘wizard behind the curtain’ and very own show producer, Ryan Kielma, to talk life in the creator economy through the lens of GenZ!

The group starts by learning about Ryan’s career path, from a mechanical engineer living the corporate life to realizing it wasn’t the path for him. Ryan shares how he found his niche in content creation, social media and marketing. We explore the lens of the emerging GenZ workforce, the challenges of exchanging the safety of a steady paycheck for betting on yourself. Ryan highlights his advice to others finding their paths and the immeasurable value of flexibility, freedom and excitement for chasing your passions!

Connect with Ryan:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kielma/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.kielma/

Email: ryankielma@socialvalue.studio

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

From the SEAL Teams to Staffing the C-Suite with Special Guest Jamey Cummings

Tue, 06 May 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Navy veteran, turned executive recruiter, Jamey Cummings to the show to talk the state of executive hiring!

After learning about Jamey’s unlikely journey from the Naval Academy to the SEAL Teams to executive recruiter. Jamey shares his insights for maximizing success for veterans transitioning to the workforce and employers seeking to engage the skills-rich veteran community. The group talks about the state of executive staffing and skills of the modern C-suite leader, how executive recruiters can be a force multiplier vs a replacement for recruiters, and why private-sector recruiting and talent may need a paradigm shift.

Connect with Jamey:

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameycummings/

JM Search: https://jmsearch.com/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Passion for Payroll with Special Guest Max van der Klis-Busink

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome the Commandant of Global Payroll, Max van der Klis-Busink to the show to celebrate the 8th annual Global Payroll Week!

The group learns about Max’ path and early career start in payroll and the unlikely twists and challenges that have fueled his career and passion for payroll. Max talks about his new book, The Global Payroll Manager's Playbook: The Definitive Best Practices Framework , and his motivation for writing it.

He shares tips on building a successful career in payroll and shaping a resilient payroll operating model. Max emphasizes the power of collaboration and relationships in global payroll success and why it all starts with a vision and "beginning with the end in mind." Plus, Max opines on the future of global payroll and how to protect the professions’ rich talent and insights moving ahead.

Connect with Max:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/passionforpayroll/

Max’ Book: https://shorturl.at/H4JPd

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Job Rotation’s Appeal to GenZ with Special Guest Eli Fernandez

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Another peek into the GenZ paths to the workplace with Julie’s second son, Elias. His journey couldn’t be more opposite than that of his brother who was the opening show for our YouTube channel.

Eli finds his way to a finance intern position at Ford by networking – with exactly ONE adult role model. Once and done is the way he rolls, content to begin his career with a Fortune 50 and one of the largest employers in his hometown, the metro Detroit area.

Eli shares that Ford hires nearly all new graduates into an intern program with three-year rotation to expose them to different parts of the business. What a great way to attract and retain young workers who are known for their appetite to try on different roles. When networking gives him a chance to leave the rotation program early for a full time role in green energy, how does he think about the options and tradeoffs.

Lastly, we wrap up with some candid GenZ observations on working with older generations of workers from Boomers to GenX to Millennials. As any parent knows, younger workers grow up with technology in ways we can only hope to keep up!

Connect with Elias:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elifinance/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elifer01/

Email: elidfernandez123@gmail.com

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

HR Tech Marketplace Health Check with TD Cowen

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:38:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Bryan Bergin and Jared Levine, equity research analysts with TD Cowen focused on the HR tech, fintech, and IT Services sectors!

The group explores the overall health and state of the HR tech marketplace through the lens of financial analysts on the front lines of equity research and advisory. They explore the notable trends taking shape, including AI’s impact and the continued convergence of fintech with HR tech shaping emerging and leading provider solutions.

They discuss how the current economic climate will impact the HR tech marketplace, including notable consolidation news and what to expect from providers getting together across the market. Plus, a look at the potential for IPOs and what to watch for as 2025 unfolds!

Connect with Bryan & Jared:

TD Cowen research: www.tdsecurities.com/ca/en/themes-2025

Bryan Bergin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-bergin-cfa-cpa-456b3aa/

Jaren Levine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-levine-cfa-cpa-08524346/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

AI at Work with Special Guest Nicole Sahin

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Nicole Sahin, founder and CEO of G-P, to talk AI at Work!

The group starts by learning about Nicole’s career and path to becoming a global EOR pioneer. They discuss the state of global employment and its impact on modern business strategy and how data and AI are playing a key role. They dig into the key findings from the new G-P ‘AI at Work’ report and discuss the opportunities, challenges, and lessons learned for engaging AI to power the modern workforce.

Connect with Nicole:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolesahin/

Download the G-P,‘AI at Work’ Report: https://www.globalization-partners.com/resources/2025-ai-at-work-report/

G-P: www.globalization-partners.com

G-P Gia Beta: https://www.globalization-partners.com/gia/

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Practicing Hope @Work with Special Guest Marcus Mossberger

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Future of Work Strategist at Infor, Marcus Mossberger to the show!

After learning about Marcus’ career path in HR tech, the group discusses the inspiration for his unique podcast Hope @Work. Marcus shares his passion for the psychology and power of hope to drive the human spirit and how its infusion in workplace culture can create win-win outcomes for the organization and its workforce.

The group explores the path to leveraging hope at work as a leader and the challenges with the application of hope in the context of business leadership. They also explore the concept of ‘practice at work’, why practice has become a lost fundamental in the workplace, and how healthy competition plays a role in operational excellence and competitive advantage.

Connect with Marcus:

Website: www.workplacehope.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmossberger/

Hope @ Work Podcast: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hopeatwork

Marcus’ LinkedIn post on practice at work…https://shorturl.at/TXXsd

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

You can now enjoy HR & Payroll 2.0 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

Winning the Frontline Workforce with Special Guest John Sarvari

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome John Sarvari, Chief Technology Officer at AppyHere, to explore the current state and outlook for modern talent acquisition! John discusses his unique journey from optimizing manufacturing supply chains to disrupting talent acquisition tech for the frontline workforce!

John shares insights and expertise for winning the frontline workforce and explains why the frontline worker hiring process is a lot like managing a live inventory of talent and how seizing those “moments of attention” can determine success—or failure.

The group discusses hot-button topics like fraud in recruiting, tech’s rising influence on hiring, and the all-too-common trend of recruiters and candidates ghosting each other. They explore the rapid pace and impacts of innovation on talent management, the importance of upskilling and forecasting labor demand, and AI’s growing role in the recruiter and candidate experiences.

Connect with John:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-sarvari/

AppyHere: https://www.appyhere.com

Links to resources mentioned on the episode:

CNBC article: ‘4 in 10 companies say they’ve posted a fake job this year—what that actually means’: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/27/4-in-10-companies-say-theyve-posted-a-fake-job-this-year-what-that-means.html
FTC article: 'Scammers impersonate well-known companies, recruit for fake jobs on LinkedIn and other job platforms': https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/08/scammers-impersonate-well-known-companies-recruit-fake-jobs-linkedin-and-other-job-platforms
FTC article: 'Job Scams': https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.deel.com/blog/deel-acquires-safeguard-global-payroll-division/

You can now enjoy HR & Payroll 2.0 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

HR Tech Marketplace Quick Take: Deel acquires Safeguard Global's Global Payroll Business

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:45:00 -0000

On this special ‘HR Tech Marketplace Quick Take’ episode, Pete and Julie discuss the recent announcement by Deel to acquire the global payroll business segment from Safeguard Global.

They discuss the acquisition by the numbers, sharing insights on what it means for the new couple. What Safeguard Global brings and why it makes sense for Deel, how the marriage impacts the broader marketplace and the Deel GTM. Plus, tips for buy-side leaders and organizations considering or already a customer of either firm.

Deel Press Release on its acquisition of Safeguard Global’s Global Payroll Business:

Andreessen Horowitz article mentioned on the show, “Deconstructing Deel”: https://a16z.com/deconstructing-deel/

Connect with the show:

WRKDefined: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hr-payroll-20

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

You can now enjoy HR & Payroll 2.0 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Winter 2025, March)

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie share their POV’s and insights on a flurry of HR tech marketplace updates and activity quickly making headlines in the early months of 2025! Pete shares his experience at ADP Rethink Zurich and time in Switzerland before breaking down product announcements, acquisitions, and news from vendors across HCM, EOR, and Big Tech and more. Vendor news mentioned in the episode include ADP, Chime, Workday, HiBob, G-P, Deel, Google, Spotify.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://tinyurl.com/2p9uny24

You can now enjoy HR & Payroll 2.0 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

Articles and links mentioned on this episode:

Pete’s blog on ADP ReThink Zurich: https://shorturl.at/c8zdV
Payroll Profession Confidence Index Survey: https://www.payrollinfluences.com/ppci
Chime’s Chief Payroll Officer Initiative: www.chiefpayrollofficer.com
Stacia Garr’s (RedThread Research) blog on Workday’s Agent System of Record Agentic AI product launch: https://shorturl.at/pUi6T
G-P Gia Beta: http://www.g-p.com/gia
Sapient Insights: Leading Through Change Workshop in Atlanta (March 27): https://shorturl.at/aiqj3

Empathy With Action with Special Guest Kamal Pradhan

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:28:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome VP of HR Technology and Operations at Signify Health, Kamal Pradhan, to the show to talk about the role of “empathy with action” in leadership and the workplace!

Kamal shares his personal journey from engineering to HR, his POV on building trust through empathy, and the importance of balancing technology, human connection, and strategic decision-making as modern leaders. The group explores how proactive empathy, data-driven policies, and technology can empower leaders to create more inclusive, productive, and engaged workplaces. They also tackle the challenges of quantifying the ROI from empathy and the role of emotional intelligence in shaping the future workforce and its leaders.

Connect with Pradhan:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kpradhan-hr/

Pradhan’s episode of The Source by DailyPay:

Chicago Booth Review article: “CEOs’ Soft and Interpersonal Skills Have Not Increased over Time” https://tinyurl.com/322hfhrm

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

The 2025 Payroll Profession Confidence Index survey is now live! Be sure to join in and share with your peers: https://www.payrollinfluences.com/ppci

The Great EOR Differentiation Debate

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome a cohort of global employer of record (EOR) industry execs and all-stars to discuss a recent and unexpectedly polarizing LinkedIn post regarding the global EOR marketplace!

Pete shares his POV and context on the ‘why’ behind his post and observations regarding the lack of differentiation amongst the global EOR providers. The group discusses the post and the current state of EOR and the potential inflection point it's reaching, sharing their thoughts on the current state of the market and its innovation. The guests provide insights and perspectives derived from all facets of the marketplace for global employment solutions, shedding light on how buyers and vendors should approach the organizational agility and human opportunity-enabling capability of Global EOR, and what the marketplace might look like in the next 5-10 years.

Pete’s Global EOR differentiation post: https://shorturl.at/EPsfV

Connect with our guests on LinkedIn:

Pierce Brehm: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piercebrehm/

Dee Coakley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deecoakley/

Jerome Gouvernel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromegouvernel/

John Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j0hnlee/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

The 2025 Payroll Profession Confidence Index survey is now live! Be sure to join in and share with your peers: https://www.payrollinfluences.com/ppci

Exploring the Power of AI in Payroll with Special Guest Amy Travis

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Amy Travis, CPP, to discuss her journey from buttering garlic bread to embracing cutting-edge technology to transform payroll. Amy shares how her passion for process improvement and innovation led her to integrate AI tools into her daily workflow, and how to navigate the challenges of adopting AI, build AI-driven agents for employee self-service, and engage the transformative potential of intelligent automation in payroll operations.

Connect with Amy:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-travis-cpp-81b543a7/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.paychex.com/newsroom/news-releases/paychex-enters-agreement-to-acquire-paycor

The 2025 Payroll Profession Confidence Index survey is now live! Be sure to join in and share with your peers: https://www.payrollinfluences.com/ppci

HR Tech Marketplace Quick Take: Paychex Acquires Paycor

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0000

On this special ‘HR Tech Marketplace Quick Take’ episode, Pete and Julie discuss the recent announcement by Paychex to acquire HCM technology provider and competitor Paycor for $4.1B.

They discuss the acquisition by the numbers, sharing insights on what it means for the new couple, what Paycor brings and why it makes sense for Paychex, how the marriage impacts the broader marketplace and the Paychex GTM. Plus, tips for buy-side leaders and organizations considering or already a customer of Paycor.

Paychex Press Release on its acquisition of Paycor:

Connect with the show:

WRKDefined: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hr-payroll-20

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Where HR & Payroll Leaders Should Focus in 2025

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete and Julie revisit the highly downloaded and now annual “Where HR and Payroll Leaders Should Focus…” episode, sharing POVs and insights for the Top 5 focus areas for HR & Payroll leaders in 2025!

Connect with the show:

WRKDefined: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/hr-payroll-20

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://cvent.me/m81DDB?RefId=petetiliakos

The Blueprint for Organizational Agility with Special Guest Steve Goldberg

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome the distinguished HCM technology advisor and expert, Steve Goldberg, to the show!

After getting to know Steve and his career path in HR that took him from social worker to Wall Street, to Switzerland and Silicon Valley, Steve shares his knowledge, passion, and insights into the subject of organizational agility. He explains why ‘org. agility’ is THE critical acumen for modern businesses and how HR’s role in facilitating it has changed. Steve highlights the importance of organizational culture, technology, metrics, and data in successfully shaping an agile organization. Steve also opines on where he believes HR leaders should be focused as we head into 2025.

Connect with Steve:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sbgoldberg/

X: https://x.com/SBGHRTech

Link to register for the January 15th, UKG HR & Payroll E-symposium:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lowejon/

The Lens of the Modern CHRO with Special Guest Jon Lowe

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this special “swap-cast” episode with The Source by DailyPay, Pete is LIVE from the annual HR Tech Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, on the Workday Forever Forward bus with DailyPay’s Chief People Officer, Jon Lowe!

After a ‘geeking’ out on the amazing recording location (thank you Workday), Pete and Jon catch up to talk the big event, and the rapidly advancing innovation powering the future of HR. Jon shares his lens as the Chief People leader for a fast moving, global organization, sharing challenges, trends, and opportunities. Jon explains where the value and ROI is in tech adoption and skills investment for the critical practice and profession. Jon shares his vision and outlook for fintech and HR tech to further converge and modernize employee wellness, to facilitate enhanced inclusivity, personalization, and education for all employees while returning measurable value to their businesses.

Connect with Jon:

Connect with DailyPay and The Source podcast:

www.dailypay.com

www.dailypay.com/podcasts

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebollinger/

Workforce Alignment with Special Guest Mike Bollinger

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Mike Bollinger, Global VP, Strategic Initiatives at Cornerstone OnDemand! The group explores the elusive yet critical concept of workforce alignment. Mike shares how technology, skills-based succession planning, and agile strategies are reshaping talent management. From strategic workforce planning to the role of AI in bridging skills gaps, Mike shares actionable insights and real-world examples that empower organizations to foster workforce agility that drives measurable business outcomes.

Connect with Mike:

Cornerstone On Demand resources mentioned:

Workforce Agility for Dummies book: https://shorturl.at/EhEJ2

Global State of the Skills Economy report: https://shorturl.at/s2NA3

Links to other mentions in the episode:

Chime webinar: “The Top 3 Financial Wellness Trends Shaping HR Strategies in 2025” https://shorturl.at/ye1RO

Goldbelly’s “PieCaken”: https://shorturl.at/q63L8

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

TJ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjordan2/

The GenZ Lens on Annual Enrollment and the Employer Value Proposition

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0000

In this special multi-part episode, Julie shares a few recorded conversations live from the Michigan SHRM Conference in Grand Rapids, and a new ‘Voice of GenZ’ chat on what employees and candidates think.

First, Julie catches up with Brown and Brown colleagues, Kevin Cumings, Amy Gerard, and Tyrone Jordan to talk the Michigan SHRM Conference in Grand Rapids. The conversations highlight key trends through the lens of the HR practitioner and leader. The importance of effective benefits communication and engagement strategies for the modern workplace, and the evolving role of brokers and HR professionals and their need to adapt to the changing workforce and legislative landscape.

Next up, Julie chats with Nico Fernandez who shares what employees and candidates are thinking as seen through the lens of GenZ. Nico shares his POV as an engineer for a small firm and navigating life as an early career professional. He talks his onboarding, offer and benefits experience. Plus other key workplace observations on how HR decisions impact Nico, his peers, and the multigenerational workforce.

Connect with Brown & Brown guests:

Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevincumings/

Amy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amygerard/

Connect with Nicolas Fernandez:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-fernandez00/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/j0hnlee/

Strategies to Keep WFA from Becoming WTF with Special Guest John Lee

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Co-Founder and CEO of Work from Anywhere, John Lee, to the show to talk remote working strategies that keep WFA from becoming WTF!

John shares his unique insights from the front lines of advising some of the largest corporate enterprises creating agile talent models through remote working strategies. The group talks the value and impact of remote working on the employee experience, and how employers are enabling successful Work From Anywhere (WFA) programs. John shares key characteristics and best practices for organizations winning with WFA in contrast with those failing, and tips for how to measure and drive business outcomes and ROI through a thriving WFA model.

Connect with John:

https://x.com/john_w_lee

Connect with Work from Anywhere:

https://wfa.team/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-from-anywhere-team/

https://x.com/AnywhereTeam

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Cybersecurity Awareness Month with Special Guest Alex Khusid

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month (October) by welcoming cybersecurity expert Alex Khusid to the show to talk about the growing cyber threats to HR and payroll and its highly critical data!

The group talks about the rising threats to payroll and its continuity, how tech is playing a positive and threatening role, AI’s role in cybersecurity, and how to keep your payroll and HR operations out of the headlines for the wrong reasons. Alex also shares tips and advice for creating a secure and resilient payroll operating model.

Connect with Alex:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-khusid-865886a/

Payroll Resolutions: https://payrollresolutions.com/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Fall 2024, November)

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie are back from the fall HR tech conference trail with a long list of HCM vendor event recaps and product updates! They share POV’s and insights gained from UKG Aspire, Dayforce Discover in Las Vegas and the HR Shared Services & Outsourcing Week 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. Plus, a rundown of recent news and announcements from across the global EOR marketplace. Vendor updates mentioned in the episode include UKG, Dayforce, iSolved, Deel, Remote, Oyster, GP, and Service Now.

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobpulver/

Elevating our AIQ with Special Guest Bob Pulver

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie are LIVE from the annual HR Tech Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, on the Workday Forever Forward bus with fellow WRKDefined podcaster Bob Pulver, host of the Elevate Your AIQ podcast.

The group discusses Bob’s career path in HR and past work helping large enterprises transform their workforce strategies. They opine on the future of HR with AI and how emotional intelligence, “soft skills,” and experiential learning will become increasingly valuable in the augmentation age. Bob shares his insights on responsible AI, removing bias in AI deployment usage, and how the six generational lenses in the workplace impact AI fears, engagement and success.

Connect with Bob:

https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/elevate-your-aiq

https://cognitivepath.io/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-goldt-1ab38030/

Moving HR & Payroll Forever Forward with Special Guest Cristina Goldt

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie are LIVE from the annual HR Tech Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, on the Workday Forever Forward bus with Workday GM of Workforce Management and Payroll Cristina Goldt!

The group discusses Cristina’s career path in HR technology and her role in leading Workday’s mission to solve for and shape the future of the “hard stuff” in HCM. They talk about the current pace of change and innovation in HR through the lens of the modern HR leader, the excitement and angst around AI, and what it means for the workplace and HR. Cristina also shares her insights on where HR leaders should focus as we head into an unpredictable 2025.

Connect with Cristina & Workday:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/workday

https://blog.workday.com/en-us/authors/cristina-goldt.html

www.workday.com

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://mediacenter.adp.com/technology-in-action

HR Tech Marketplace Quick Take: ADP Acquires Workforce Software

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:36:38 -0000

On this special “HR Tech Marketplace Quick Take” episode, Pete and Julie discuss the recent announcement by ADP to acquire workforce management technology provider Workforce Software for $1.2B.

They discuss the merger by the numbers, sharing insights on what it means for the new couple, what it brings and why it makes sense for ADP, how the marriage impacts the broader HR and WFM tech marketplace, including ADP partners. Plus tips for organizations underway or planning WFM buying decisions. Other vendors mentioned in this episode include: UKG, Infor, Quinyx, Dayforce, and SD Worx Protime.

ADP Press Release on its acquisition of Workforce Software:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Navigating the IR35 Ice Field with Special Guest Mark Coulson

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:36:27 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome IR35 Expert, procurement pro, and the Founder of Smartbuyer, Mark Coulson to the show!

Mark shares his extensive insights into the complex and confusing world of IR35 compliance. He talks about the background and path that led us to the law that defines contract labor in the U.K., including marketplace and employment impacts. Mark shares key challenges and common missteps, along with tips and advice for compliance and his POV on the future of IR35 and the workplace.

Connect with Mark:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/interimprocurement/

Mark’s content: https://procurementleaders.com/content/procurement-solve-ir35-save-millions/

Smartbuyer: https://smartbuyer.co/

IR35Pro: www.ir35pro.co.uk

Twitter: https://x.com/Ir35Pro

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Workday Rising Recap: Pete Tiliakos Joins Jon Reed of Diginomica

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:30:00 -0000

In the final hours of Workday Rising 2024, Jon sat down with analyst Pete A. Tiliakos for an unscripted show review. Tiliakos has a focus on HCM, payroll and the future of work, so the podcast leaned towards those themes - and, of course, the unavoidable reckoning with AI-related news as well.

Topics include:

Why payroll modernization matters,
Workday's Extend strategy and sometimes deliberate approach to innovation,
Why AI in HR is a potent issue, and what we learned on the show floor, and in conversation with Workday execs.
Jon also discusses his Rising post on "should you rip out your ERP/HCM for AI."

Connect with Jon Reed:

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonerp/

X: https://x.com/jonerp ‘

www.dignomica.com

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://soundcloud.com/jonreedofdiginomica/workday-rising-2024-hashing?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=feed

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Fall 2024)

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie take a break from the fall HR tech conference trail to share marketplace news, product updates, and insights from recent industry events!

They share POV’s and insights gained from the annual HR Technology Conference and Expo, Workday Rising, plus innovation progress, product announcements, acquisitions and HR marketplace news including updates and discussion on Workday, ADP, UKG, iSolved, Strada Global, Payslip, DailyPay, Zellis, Paylocity, Payoneer, and HireBrain.

Links mentioned on this episode:

Pete’s podcast conversation from Workday Rising with Jon Reed of Dignomica:

Julie’s blog on the Alight Payroll and Pro Services (Now Strada Global) Divest to HIG Capital:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/alight-spinoff-julie-fernandez-mfixe/?trackingId=HjjH7tPsSrCWiOJKF%2Btcjg%3D%3D

Payroll Influences, “Pi” Forum: www.PayrollInfluences.com

“The world's premier virtual boardroom for payroll executives”.

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromegouvernel/

The Global Payroll Conundrum with Special Guest Jerome Gouvernel

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome global payroll tech industry executive and pro, CEO, and Co-Founder of datascaleHR, Jerome Gouvernel!

The group discusses the current state, challenges, and mysticism of “global payroll.” They explore the progress and innovation in payroll technology, why payroll service providers are their own worst enemy, and how the “system of record” is killing the industry. Jerome shares insights into the modern solution for these decades-old challenges, how AI and ML will play a key role, and a peek at where the global payroll and EOR marketplace is heading and which provider strategies will win.

Connect with Jerome:

www.datascalehr.com

LinkedIn posts mentioned on the episode:

https://shorturl.at/QM6BH

https://shorturl.at/gx2hf

Blogs by Jerome:

https://datascalehr.com/news/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nana-frimpong-74ab8870/

Is Africa the New Talent Fountain of Youth? with Special Guests Nana Frimpong, & Mike Kelly

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Nana Frimpong, COO at Social Impact, Inc., and Mike Kelly, Sr Partner & Risk Advisor at the Baldwin Group to share their insights, tips, and guidance on the emerging opportunities in Africa!

The group discusses Africa’s steady rise as a global tech hub, exploring the opportunities, challenges, and nuances of doing business on the continent. Nana and Mike share their POV’s and insights from the front lines of helping organizations navigate the continent’s emerging, complex business landscape and its deep and youthful talent pool!

Connect with Nana:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/social-impact/

https://socialimpact.com/

Connect with Mike:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeckelly/

https://baldwin.com/

Africa HR Solutions Advisory Committee PR: https://shorturl.at/xudkZ

About Africa HR Solutions: https://africa-hr.com/who-we-are/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Making Remote Work, Work with Special Guest Rick Hammell

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode Pete and Julie are joined by HR tech executive, global workforce expert, founder of atlas and more recently founder and CEO of Helios, Rick Hammell!

The group discusses recent ‘return to office’ mandates and remote work news that are making headlines, as well as the lessons learned from these organizational cases. They also discuss how technology shapes culture and enables globally dispersed working models to thrive, including the characteristics of successful remote working programs and the common mistakes companies make when managing a global workforce.

Connect with Rick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickhammell/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heliosio/

Helios: www.helios.io

Pete’s recent article on the launch of Helios: https://www.helios.io/resources/blogs/helios-aims-to-fill-the-global-hcm-technology-gap

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Every Week Is National Payroll Week with Special Guest Jason Davenport

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode Pete and Julie welcome global payroll expert, and CEO of the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals, Jason Davenport to the show to celebrate National Payroll Week and talk the state and future of payroll!

The group discusses Jason’s career path in payroll which led him from the construction industry to heading the U.K.’s premier payroll association. Jason shares a peek into the 40 year history of the CIPP and its mission and work. They talk about where payroll has come from, the innovation moving it forward, and the work needed to raise the level of respect, and awareness for the future of the critical payroll profession. Jason also shares his POV on how the role is changing, and where future payroll leaders should focus for long term success.

Connect with Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-davenport-mcipp-miod-a7039326/

CIPP: https://www.cipp.org.uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/cippuk/

X: https://x.com/CIPP_UK

CIPP Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE): https://www.cipp.org.uk/events/annual-conference-and-exhibition.html

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

We’re part of the WRKdefined podcast network. Check out all of the shows at www.WRKdefined.com!

Compensation Paradigm Shift with Special Guest Boyd Davis

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome technology executive, compensation expert, Founder and CEO of Payfederate, Boyd Davis, to the show to talk modern compensation!

The group discusses the changing landscape of compensation strategy and the emerging tools and techniques required for success. They explore the impacts of trust and transparency in compensation, and its impact on culture and the employee experience. Boyd shares insights into the future compensation technology and possibilities for AI to support improved compensation decision-making and execution.

Connect with Boyd:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boyddavis1/

X: @boyddavis_BD

PULSE SURVEY ALERT for compensation strategy:

Google ML and AI Training mentioned on the show: https://cloud.google.com/learn/training/machinelearning-ai

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Is EWA Facing a “Y-2-Pay” Moment? with Special Guest Jason Lee

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome on-demand pay pioneer, fintech visionary and HR & Payroll 2.0 alumni Jason Lee to the show to talk about the recent Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s controversial guidance that earned wage access solutions should be treated as loan providers.

After a quick update on the acquisition of SALT Labs by Chime, Jason shares his unique POVs on what the recent CFPB guidance means for the future of EWA solutions. The group talks about how the change will impact employees and the future of pay, what employers should consider, and where the future of EWA innovation and the marketplace is heading next.

Connect with Jason:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonleem2/

X: https://x.com/jthesalt

SALT Labs: https://www.saltlabs.com/

PULSE SURVEY ALERT for compensation strategy:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Payroll is an Industry with Special Guest Norma Delgado

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome global payroll expert and founder of the Global Payroll Research & Development Institute Norma Delgado to the show to talk about the non-profit's ambitious mission to establish a globally accepted ISO quality standard and reposition and compensate the critical profession as an executive-level role.

Connect with Norma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/globalpayrollgeek/

Global Payroll Research & and Development Institute: https://payrollgeeks.world/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gpginstitute/

PULSE SURVEY ALERT for compensation strategy:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

The Expectations of Modern Payroll Operations with Special Guest Frank Leistner

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:54:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Frank Leistner, SVP Global Payroll & Professional Services at Strada Global.

After a behind-the-scenes update on the newly branded Strada Global and its recent divestiture from Alight Solutions to HIG Capital, the group picks up where the Payroll Congress Executive Summit left off! They continue the conversation on the changing role and expectations of modern payroll operations, the “payroll paradigm shift” C-suites are slowly realizing, and discuss findings from the 2024 Payroll Profession Confidence Index and what it may mean for the future of payroll.

Connect with Frank: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-leistner-a035416/

Strada Global: www.stradaglobal.com

Julie’s blog on the Alight Payroll and Pro Services (Now Strada Global) Divest to HIG Capital:

bit.ly/3QlsUdZ

PULSE SURVEY ALERT for compensation strategy:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Summer 2024) with Special Guest Brad Collins

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this special marketplace news update episode, Pete and Julie welcome HR tech marketplace executive, and datascaleHR CFO, Brad Collins to the show to opine on a long list of HR and payroll technology marketplace news and updates shaping recent headlines!

They dive into innovation updates, product announcements, acquisitions, divestitures, and other newsworthy events impacting the HR tech market, sharing their POVs and insights on the impact and potential for each, including news and updates from Workday, Salesforce, Dayforce, Deel, Strada Global, WalkMe, Salt Labs, and more!

Connect with Brad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-collins-cfo/

Julie’s blog on the Alight Payroll and Pro Services (Now Strada Global) Divest to HIG Capital:

bit.ly/3QlsUdZ

PULS SURVEY ALERT for compensation strategy:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

How Can YOU Loan ME, My Lawnmower? with Special Guest Jim Kohl aka “The Payroll Artist”

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode, The Payroll Artist himself, Jim Kohl, joins the show to catch up with Pete and Julie! The group also discusses the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s recent and controversial determination that apps enabling workers with early access to earned wages are, in fact, loans and what it might mean for the future of the financial wellness solution.

Connect with Jim:

X: @TheJimKohl

Instagram: @Humanoid.Resources

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-kohl-406674122/

Jim’s book: https://shorturl.at/Zvbq2

Julie’s latest pulse survey on compensation management:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

It’s About Payroll with Special Guests Brian Escobar & Walter Duncan

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this very special, first-ever HR & Payroll 2.0 “swap-cast” episode, Pete and Julie welcome payroll pros Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan III, hosts of the ‘It's About Payroll’ podcast, to the show!

After a round of introductions, the group discusses the state of modern payroll and the excitement and challenges associated with AI and payroll innovation. They opine on the growing importance of emotional intelligence, leadership, and influence for the modern payroll leader before wrapping up with a fun round of ‘this or that?’.

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Relieving the Pain in Leaves Administration with Special Guest Dave Polacheck

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Pete and Julie welcome HR transformation expert and show alumni Dave Polacheck to talk through the findings from the most recent herronpalmer pulse survey series featuring a dive into the pain points of leave administration.

The group opines on what makes leave administration so challenging, the trouble with the leave experience, the role of technology and data, and the future for what remains one of HR's most complex process challenges.

Download the pulse survey: https://share.hsforms.com/111uUJP_tSui5zZi3---cVg6vv8

Connect with Dave:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davepolacheck/

www.herronpalmer.com

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://3sixtyinsights.com/2024-payroll-profession-confidence-index/

Influence for Impact with Special Guest Bart van der Storm

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Pete and Julie welcome Bart van der Storm, global payroll strategist, expert, and Managing Partner at Payrollminds, to talk about his new book “How to Build Influence and Make an Impact as a Global Payroll Professional.”

The group discusses key concepts from Bart’s book, including how the expectations for payroll have changed and the importance of vision, influence, and communication as a modern payroll leader. They also discuss the need for payroll to lead their organizations vs being led and why cultivating strategic partnerships and managing change will be essential to that mission.

Download the Payroll Profession Confidence Index:

Connect with Bart:

https://bartvanderstorm.com/

https://payrollminds.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bartvanderstorm/

Bart’s book: https://shorturl.at/xBflx

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://3sixtyinsights.com/2024-payroll-profession-confidence-index/

A Tour of the Inaugural Payroll Profession Confidence Index (2024)

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Pete and Julie unveil and tour the newly published Payroll Profession Confidence Index (PPCI)!

The first-of-its-kind sentiment analysis dedicated to the payroll profession shares insights into the current state of the profession, the health of payroll operations globally, and how executives can best champion and invest in payroll for increased value and impact.

Download the Payroll Profession Confidence Index:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://3sixtyinsights.com/2024-payroll-profession-confidence-index/

Payroll Congress Debrief 2024

Tue, 21 May 2024 13:00:00 -0000

After a quick update from the road and Pete’s recent attendance at the UKG analyst event in Las Vegas, Pete and Julie opine and share their experiences from the 42nd Annual Payroll Congress in Nashville, TN…the Super Bowl of Payroll!

Download the Payroll Profession Confidence Index:

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HERRONPALMER-AI

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Spring 2024, April)

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this special marketplace news update, Pete and Julie take a break to opine on a long list of HR and payroll technology marketplace news and updates shaping recent headlines! They dive into analyst events and innovation updates, product announcements, acquisitions, divestitures, and other newsworthy events, sharing their POVs and insights on the impact and potential for each, including key updates from Workday, ADP, UKG, Alight Solutions, Deel, Cornerstone, and more!

Julie’s blog on the Alight Payroll and Pro Services Divest to HIG Capital:

bit.ly/3QlsUdZ

Pulse Survey ALERT: Intelligent Automation in HR

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

The Workplace Wellness Conundrum with Special Guest Kaz Maurice-O’Leary

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode Pete and Julie welcome employee wellbeing expert, Founder and Chief Wellbeing Officer at the Bolognese Philosophy, Kaz Maurice_O’Leary to the show to talk wellness in the workplace.

The group discusses the growing wellness conundrum employers face and how employee expectations and evolving workforce dynamics have shaped the relationship between employee and employer. Including the role HR, front-line managers, and businesses play in supporting the wellness and wellbeing of their workforce. They explore growing trends in Chief Wellness Officer roles, AI’s potential impact on wellness, and opine on the future of wellness in the workplace!

Connect with Kaz:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenmauriceoleary/

The Bolognese Philosophy: https://bolognesephilosophy.com/

Links to Kaz & her work: https://linktr.ee/talks_with_kaz

Website: www.kazmauriceoleary.com

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Intelligent Automation in HR pulse survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HERRONPALMER-AI

Payroll Is Coming to the C-Suite with Special Guest Ciaran Strachan

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Pete and Julie welcome Ciaran Strachan, Managing Director & CEO, for the Australian Workforce Compliance Counsel, to talk about the AWCC, its origin, work, and mission to establish payroll as a profession and bring its leaders the C-suite!

Ciaran shares his path and career in payroll before unpacking the bold mission of the AWCC. The member-owned association is the first of its kind, built “by and for payroll” and working closely with the Australian government to establish payroll as a profession, re-orient its professionals as ‘regulated operational labor law experts’, set degreed education standards in line with CPA’s and lawyers, and establish the Chief Payroll Officer role!

Connect with Ciaran: www.linkedin.com/in/ciaran-strachan-mba/

Connect with the AWCC: https://awcc.asn.au/

ANZSCO Report mentioned on the episode: https://shorturl.at/tuDO9

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

GenAI in Payroll: Fact, Fiction, and The Future with Special Guest Sheri Sullivan

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Pete and Julie welcome EY Partner and Global Payroll Operate Leader Sheri Sullivan to the show to discuss GenAI and its role in global payroll. The group sorts through the facts, fiction, reality, and future impact of the cognitive technology on payroll operations, the employee experience, and the businesses they serve. Sheri shares her POVs and insights from the front lines of global payroll transformation and how AI is enabling impressive outcomes for organizations and leaders leaning in and embracing it!

Connect with Sheri Sullivan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherilsullivan/

Email: sheri.sullivan@ey.com

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Have you taken the Payroll Profession Confidence Survey? Join in and be sure to make your voice heard: https://zohsy.com/oFaW

HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Spring 2024, March)

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0000

On this special marketplace news update, Pete and Julie take a break to opine on a long list of recent HR and payroll technology marketplace news and updates shaping headlines. They dive into recent product announcements and acquisitions, sharing their POVs and insights on the impact and potential for each, including key updates from Workday, ADP, Alight Solutions, Deel, and FirstAdvantage.

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Have you taken the Payroll Profession Confidence Survey? Join in and be sure to make your voice heard: https://zohsy.com/oFaW

Getting Started with AI in HR Operations with Special Guest Kenny Santo

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Senior Manager of Employee Service Center operations at Cox Automotive, Kenny Santo, to the show to share his knowledge and tips for getting started with AI in HR operations.

Kenny shares his perspectives on AI in HR operations and employee contact center management, including how to get started, how to prioritize use cases, and how to maintain a human connection in the employee experience. He also shares his POV’s, key learnings and ‘a-ha’ moments derived along the way and the importance of governance in successful AI deployment programs.

Connect with Kenny:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-santo/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Take and share the Payroll Profession Confidence Survey:

https://zohsy.com/Ok2w

Behind the Scenes of the Payroll Profession Confidence Survey

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Pete and Julie go behind the scenes on the Payroll Profession Confidence Survey. Pete shares the origins, purpose, and passion behind the first-of-its-kind research approach that aims to "take the pulse" of the critical payroll profession globally for a new annual Payroll Profession Confidence Index report being unveiled at the upcoming Payroll Org’s 42nd Annual Payroll Congress in Nashville, TN on May 7 to 10th.

About the Payroll Profession Confidence Survey:

This survey is targeted to any payroll practitioner, leader, stakeholder, or owner engaged with payroll operations in their organization.

What do we hope to learn through this important research:

The current sentiment and outlook for the payroll profession and community.
Which tangible and intangible factors are key to payroll's success?
How executive leaders can best champion payroll for greater value through improved business outcomes.
The biggest challenges and obstacles to payroll elevating its presence in the organization.
Where organizations should focus investments to support payroll as a strategic value enabler.

How this survey is different from other payroll surveys:

This survey goes beyond the standard operational payroll survey by taking a sentiment-based approach rather than focusing on what they have and what someone can sell them.

It is also completely un-sponsored and non-monetized research, solely designed to raise awareness for the profession, and entirely anonymous and will drive the annual Payroll Profession Confidence Index report, with the first year used as a baseline with future research shaped year over year.

Key Dates:

Survey launch: February 7, 2024
Survey close: March 22, 2024
Report unveil: May 7-10

Take and share the Payroll Profession Confidence Survey:

https://zohsy.com/Ok2w

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Mastering Leave Orchestration with Special Guest Keith Christensen

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome HR operations executive Keith Christensen to the show to share his knowledge and tips for navigating and mastering the complex world of leave-of-absence orchestration!

Keith shares his experience and lessons learned from his tenure as the former SVP of HR Corporate Services for CVS Health, where he led HR operations and, with his team, transformed a highly complex leave of absence management and orchestration program for the Fortune 10 organization. Including the role of technology and end-to-end process redesign, the critical role of people and teamwork in transformation, and how managed services can complement resources and accelerate outcomes.

Connect with Keith:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-christensen379/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Begin With the End in Mind: Global Payroll Strategy with Special Guest Sylwia Korhonen

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:31:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome global payroll transformation thought leader and Associate Director of Global Payroll Transformation for Fresenius Medical Care, Sylwia Korhonen, to the show to talk global payroll strategy!

After getting to know Sylwia and her unique path to global payroll, the group discusses the importance of global payroll strategy in successful transformation. Including the role of organizational strategy in shaping a global payroll transformation program, where payroll should report and its key stakeholders in the modern organization, as well as insights from the group into the future of global payroll!

Connect with Sylwia:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sylwia-korhonen-1b108b152/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Is It Time Payroll Made its Own Table? with Special Guest Annemarie Verwaaijen

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 21:51:00 -0000

Pete and Julie welcome Annemarie Verwaaijen, VP, Global Head of Pay Services for S&P Global to the show to talk about payroll’s elusive “seat at the table.” The long-time Payroll Executive shares her path to payroll and insights into the current state and future of payroll as a profession and operation. She also shares tips for gaining executive support and partnership to create a roadmap and strategy for elevating payroll’s position in the organization!

Connect with Annemarie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annemarieverwaaijen/

Blog Series: 3sixty blogs: https://3sixtyinsights.com/?s=annemarie

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Where HR and Payroll Leaders Should Focus in 2024

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie revisit the show's most popular episode from 2023, with a now annual “Where HR and Payroll Leaders Should Focus…” episode, sharing their POVs and insights into the Top 5 focus areas for HR and Payroll leaders in 2024!

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LeavePainPoints

Gen Z On Entering the Workplace with Special Guest ChatGPT

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 17:21:00 -0000

On this very special episode, we deviate from our typical format to share a glimpse into the minds and hearts of the next-generation workforce!

Listen in as host Julie Fernandez experiments with her two sons, both recent college graduates and new to the world of (adult) work in their chosen careers. In true Gen Z fashion, Nicolas and Elias embraced the challenge to test a new podcast gadget and immediately replaced me with interview questions generated by ChatGPT!

We are grateful for every chance to learn from our own kids and from the next generation. We hope you enjoy this short “family experiment” in bridging the work styles and perspectives across generations!

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Executive Conversations Live from PayCon 2023 - Part 3

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000

This special episode is part three of a three-part series featuring executive conversations recorded LIVE from the 42nd annual Payroll Congress in Denver, CO, in May of 2023!

Join host Pete A. Tiliakos as he sits down with practitioners, leaders, and executives from across the payroll and payments marketplace to discuss a range of workplace trends, challenges, and the emerging tech and solutions shaping the future of pay!

Thank you to Dawn Taylor, Senior Accounts Payable Manager at Breckenridge Grand Vacations for a great conversation, and to The Source by DailyPay for their generosity in hosting these sessions and sharing them with the HR & Payroll 2.0 audience!

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Global Payroll or Global EOR? with Special Guest Kira Rubiano

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome VP of Payroll Operations for atlas and all-around global payroll pro, Kira Rubiano to the show!

After getting to know Kira and her “path to payroll”, the group discusses the current and future state of global payroll, including the difference between global payroll and global EOR and how they uniquely support multinational organizations. They also explore how technology is shaping the payroll experience and profession, the path to payroll’s elusive “seat at the table”, and tips and insights for moving payroll forward in the modern organization!

Pulse Survey

HR and payroll practitioners, leaders, and executives are encouraged to join our current pulse survey, What Makes Leave Management the #1 Pain Point – and How to Fix It? Be sure to join in with input on your organization's leave experience and look for the results to be published soon!

Connect with Kira:

www.atlashxm.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kirarubiano/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Why the Workplace is Broken with Special Guest Jason Lee

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 15:28:00 -0000

On this very special episode, Pete and Julie are LIVE from the HR Technology Conference and Exposition at Mandalay Bay Las Vegas.

They welcome visionary fintech entrepreneur, on-demand pay pioneer, and founder of DailyPay and now SALT Labs, Jason Lee, to the show to discuss why the workplace is broken and how fintech may be the answer to help fix it.

The group digs into the rising angst and battle between employees and employers, the challenges both face in the “creator economy” and every evolving workplace, and how employers can rebalance the relationship with employees and re-establish trust to put the workforce back on track. Jason also teases his new venture, SALT Labs – a new fintech solution aimed at pushing equity to essential front-line workers.

Pulse Survey

HR and payroll practitioners, leaders, and executives are encouraged to join our current pulse survey, What Makes Leave Management the #1 Pain Point – and How to Fix It? Be sure to join in with input on your organization's leave experience and look for the results to be published soon!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LeavePainPoints

Connect with Jason:

Salt Labs: www.SaltLabs.com

About Salt Labs: https://youtu.be/J9YfRXOOF_0

https://jason-lee.co/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonleem2/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jthesalt

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Executive Conversations Live from PayCon 2023 - Part 2

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 16:43:00 -0000

This special episode is part two of a three-part series featuring executive conversations recorded LIVE from the 42nd annual Payroll Congress in Denver, CO, in May of 2023!

Thank you to Danny Schulz, Senior Manager, Payroll, Systems, and Taxes at Kohler for a great conversation, and to The Source by DailyPay for their generosity in hosting these sessions and sharing them with the HR & Payroll 2.0 audience!

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Transformation Conversations featuring GE & FAI

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 22:42:00 -0000

In this special episode, Pete shares recorded conversations with executive leaders from GE and First American India (FAI), sharing their HR transformation stories with Workday and Ramco. Each of these dynamic and fast-moving enterprises has unique cultures, challenges, and perspectives on modern technology adoption, and share the lessons learned along the path to HR transformation.

Pulse Survey

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Fall HR Tech Event Season Recap

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 15:05:00 -0000

Fall HR Technology Event Recap

In this packed episode, Pete and Julie take a break from the busy fall HR technology conference season to share their POV’s and insights from several recent HCM technology events, including product release and roadmap updates, outlooks for each solution, and their potential impact on the marketplace. The recap includes updates and news from their attendance at ADP Analyst Day, Workday Rising, Dayforce Insights, SAP SuccessFactors SuccessConnect, and the Shared Services and Outsourcing Network (SSON) event.

Call to Action: Pulse Survey

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LeavePainPoints

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Executive Conversations Live from PayCon 2023 - Part 1

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:27:00 -0000

This special episode is part one of a three-part series featuring executive conversations recorded LIVE from the 42nd annual Payroll Congress in Denver, CO, in May of 2023!

Thank you to Samantha Shepherd of Wisely by ADP for a great conversation, and to The Source by DailyPay for their generosity in hosting these sessions and sharing them with the HR & Payroll 2.0 audience!

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

What’s the Deal with Deel? with Special Guest Samuel Dahan

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 13:57:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Samuel Dahan, Law Professor, Chief of Policy at the Deel Lab for Global Employment, and Director of the Conflict Analytics Lab, to the show for a conversation on the mission of the Deel Lab and the worker classification case law research underway at the industry-first consortium.

The conversation touches on Samuel’s path to and passion for employment law, and the work he is leading at the Deel Lab, which aims to advance innovation in compliance technology and knowledge in global work policy.

Samuel discusses the “Setting the Record Straight” blog published by Deel offering a fact-based rebuttal to recent criticism of its solution and approach. They discuss the importance and impact of the lab’s research on global employment, AI’s role in its case law review and confidence index, how the work will shape the future of the global employer of record model, and the future of the Deel Lab and its work.

Connect with Samuel:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-dahan/

Twitter: @SamDahan06

Deel Lab: lab.deel.com/

Misclassification Assessment: https://lab.deel.com/misclassification-assessment

State of Global Hiring Report: www.deel.com/resources/state-of-global-hiring-report-2023

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Transformation Therapy with Special Guest Patti Boggi-Gibbons

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome HR transformation expert advisor Patti Boggi-Gibbons to the show for a discussion on the dynamics of modernizing complex HR and payroll operations. Patti shares insights from her deep experience leading some of the world's largest organizations to transformation success!

Patti shares tips and tricks for navigating common missteps, how to let go of legacy processes, the risks of taking the path of least resistance, staffing and project management considerations, and the role of change management and communication in successful transformation programs.

Connect with Patti:

www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-boggi-gibbons-259a735a/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Global Payroll Technology with Special Guest Fidelma McGuirk

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 10:49:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome global payroll technology expert, CEO, and Founder of Payslip Fidelma McGuirk to the show to discuss the findings in a newly released PaySlip global payroll operations research report in partnership with the PayrollOrg and GxT Advisors.

The group recaps recent news in the payroll provider marketplace (spoiler alert...a lot of AI is hitting the market). Next, they unpack key trends from the report, including global payroll practitioner sentiment, key operational challenges and solutions, where payroll operations are looking to improve, and more!

Download the report: https://insights.payslip.com/link/588819/

Connect with Fidelma:

www.payslip.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/fidelmamcguirk/

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Agile HR with Special Guest Kevin McDonald

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:23:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome HR operations and transformation expert Kevin McDonald, VP of People Services, and Insights at The E.W. Scripps Company, to the show for a discussion on agile HR in the modern organization.

After some quick market updates, including new product launches and a key divestiture, the group learns more about The E.W. Scripps Company, its history, and its culture. A 145-year media organization best known for its annual Scripps Spelling Bee, and for bringing local news and programming to the nation through its network of owned and operated TV stations, previously including newspapers and radio.

Kevin shares his unlikely path to the world of HR, what keeps him there, and how his career journey has flowed and flourished alongside an ever-agile media leader. Including the role HR technology has played in the transformation and maturation at The E.W. Scripps Company, and how the firms' HR operations and practitioners enable the agility-rich insights and infrastructure of people, processes, and technology required to help the media company evolve itself through constant digital disruption.

Connect with Kevin:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-mcdonald-a208b1/

Kevin’s Favorite Non-Profit Orgs:

www.purplemonkeyproject.org

www.talberthouse.org

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Inside Analyst Relations with Special Guest Robin Schaffer

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:22:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Analyst Relations expert and evangelist Robin Schaffer to the show for a discussion on the role and impact of analyst relations in the modern HR technology marketplace.

After some HR and payroll provider news and product updates, the group discusses how analyst relations have changed in recent years, the role of the industry analyst in the buying process and vendor growth journey, and how buyers and providers can gain strategic value from analyst engagement and insights, including key considerations for buy-side users of analyst research in sourcing decisions.

Robin shares her POV on key questions such as why startups should engage industry analysts early in their product lifecycle, engagement strategy considerations, where analyst relations should report in the organization, why analyst relations and public relations are not the same but must work closely and in concert together, and key insights and go-to resources for maturing analyst relation programs.

Connect with Robin: ⁠

www.Schafferar.com⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/schafferar/⁠

YouTube: ⁠www.youtube.com/@SSIAresearch/videos⁠

Analysts on Analyst Relations: The SageCircle Guide: ⁠bit.ly/44GYWG4⁠

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠⁠

Twitter: ⁠⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠⁠

The Problem with Employers of Record with Special Guest Dee Coakley

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:29:00 -0000

Pete and Julie welcome special guest Dee Coakley, CEO of Boundless HQ, for a discussion on the global employer-of-record (EoR) service model. The agility enabling global employment solution that has seen rapid adoption and massive investments, leading to an influx of new entrants and limited differentiation.

They explain the reasons for the boom in EoR adoption and new vendors entering the marketplace, the difference between global payroll and global EoR and, where the solution fits in the modern HCM ecosystem. The group unpacks the five key problems with EoR’s and how to avoid them when selecting an EoR partner for long-term success!

Connect with Dee:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/deecoakley/

Twitter: @boundless_HQ

Boundless HQ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/boundless-hq/

Dee’s Blog: https://boundlesshq.com/blog/the-problem-with-employers-of-record/

www.boundlesshq.com

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠www.LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

2023 Getting the World Paid Survey Results: Fireside Chat with Payroll Org's Nathan North

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0000

This special episode is a recording of Pete’s recent Fireside Chat with Nathan North of Payroll Org, where they shared their POV’s and insights for the results of Payroll Org’s 2023 Getting the World Paid Survey.

You can find the full results of the 2023 Getting the World Paid Survey here:

https://info.payroll.org/pdfs/global/Global-Payroll-Week-2023-survey-results.pdf

Thank you so much to the Payroll Org for providing and allowing HR & Payroll 2.0 to share this content!

About Payroll Org: www.payroll.org

PayrollOrg (PAYO) is the combination of the American Payroll Association and the Global Payroll Management Institute (founded in 2015). This change went into effect on May 2, 2023, to better represent our borderless global community of payroll leaders.

PAYO is the payroll industry leader in education, publications, and networking, helping its constituents grow their leadership practices and stay on the cutting edge of payroll industry standards. Each year, PAYO enrolls more than 100,000 participants from more than 100 countries in its training programs, and provides publications, newsletters, and resources to help payroll professionals maintain compliance.

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

The Art & Science of Modern Payroll with Special Guest Jim Kohl

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Jim Kohl, Head of Payroll Operations at Check to the show for a discussion on the “Art and Science of Modern Payroll.”

After some major marketplace acquisitions and product updates, they get to know Jim and his dual passion for payroll and art and how they have converged to produce a witty comic strip that captures life on a distant planet for bots working in HR and payroll!

The group discusses how the payroll profession has changed in the last decade, the realities of payroll in the modern organization, and how the practitioner role and the payroll operation are being shaped for the future!

Connect with Jim:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jim-kohl-406674122/

Twitter: @TheJimKohl

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LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Change is Good with Special Guest Susan Richards

Mon, 29 May 2023 08:30:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Sapient Insights Group Founder and change management expert Susan Richards to the show to discuss her passion for helping organizations manage the change and organizational impact associated with navigating complex HR transformation journeys.

First, and fresh off the road from UKG Analyst Day in Boston and the annual Payroll Org Payroll Congress…the “Super Bowl of Payroll” in Denver, Colorado, Pete shares his thoughts and highlights on each!

The group then discusses why change management is often undervalued and first to go in transformation budget cuts, why you shouldn’t overlook the impacts of a high-quality, well-planned change management program, and how to manage change in a global and increasingly hybrid workplace.

Connect with Susan:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/susansapientinsights

Sapient Insights Group: www.linkedin.com/company/sapient-insights-group

www.SapientInsights.com

Connect with the show:

LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Payroll Congress Primer

Fri, 12 May 2023 21:00:00 -0000

After a packed list of recent marketplace acquisitions, product announcements and marketplace updates, Pete and Julie recap their recent travels and event updates, including Ceridian’s Global Partner Event and Zoho’s, Zoholics 2023 in Austin, TX.

Next, they take a look at this year’s annual Payroll Congress, aka the “Super Bowl of Payroll”. The 41st addition of the annual payroll practitioner event-themed “Art and Science” will surely be packed with payroll learning, networking, innovation, fun, and more. Pete and Julie discuss what they’re excited about, where to find them at the show, and what to expect at PayCon in Denver!

About Payroll Congress: https://www.payrollcongress.com/

About PayrollOrg: https://payroll.org/

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LinkedIn: ⁠http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0⁠

Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

Is Skills-Based Technology Ready for the Skills Revolution with Special Guest Dave Polacheck

Tue, 02 May 2023 14:46:00 -0000

On this episode, Julie and Pete welcome HR & Payroll 2.0 alumni and HR transformation advisor Dave Polacheck to the show!

Following some quick HR technology marketplace and event updates, Pete, Julie, and Dave discuss Dave’s new blog: ‘Is skills-based technology ready for the skills revolution?’ The group discusses the reality of skills-based technology and how HR can get the most out of its talent data and investments, including understanding skills data, how to ensure a cultural fit, and more!

Connect with Dave: linkedin.com/in/davepolacheck/

Connect with the show: linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

128 Years Later: HR Still Faces the Same Workforce Challenges

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:02:00 -0000

Pete and Julie welcome special guest Matt Burns to the show. Matt is the founder of BentoHR, the host and producer of the “Thinking Inside the Box” podcast, long-time practitioner, advisor, thought leader, and expert in human capital management. ⁠

⁠After a full list of recent industry news and marketplace updates, they dive into Pete’s recent visit to Asheville, NC, and tour of the Biltmore House. Completed in 1895, Biltmore is the largest private home in the United States of America, boasting 175,000 sqft and 250 rooms!⁠

⁠Pete shares his takeaways from the human story attached to this amazing building and the feat of architectural engineering accomplished by its workforce. Despite access to the latest innovation, the first-of-its-kind project faced several workforce challenges. The group discusses the contributors to these lingering trends and challenges and why HR and their employers struggle to solve them 128 years later. ⁠

⁠Connect with Matt: ⁠

⁠LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mattinvr/

Twitter: @MattinVR⁠

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⁠LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 ⁠⁠

⁠Twitter: ⁠@HRPayroll2_0⁠ ⁠@PeteTiliakos⁠ ⁠@JulieFer_HR⁠

AI in HR: Game Changer or Game Over?

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:28:00 -0000

With AI, ML and ChatGPT dominating recent headlines and many questions surfacing on their potential impact on the workforce, Pete and Julie discuss how these rapidly advancing cognitive technologies are making their way to the front lines of HR and Payroll. They discuss the realities of AI and ML in HR now and moving ahead, the impact on work as we know it, how buyers should approach leveraging these modern solutions in context with their strategic goals, and why change management will be essential as work and roles evolve. They also share POV's on recent marketplace news and updates from three recent industry and vendor events.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Business Cases: "The Homework" of HR Transformation

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:05:00 -0000

Julie and Pete are back, this time discussing an essential ingredient in any successful transformation program…the business case…aka “the homework” of HR transformation.

They discuss when and why a business case is needed, the key components and mechanics of a good case, how to avoid common mistakes and failures, including gaining stakeholder buy-in, and what to do if your business case fails!

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LinkedIn: HR & Payroll 2.0

Breaking the Barriers to HR Analytics with Special Guest Dave Polacheck

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 14:05:00 -0000

On this episode, Julie and Pete welcome HR transformation advisor Dave Polacheck to the show!

With the marketplace news a bit slow, Pete shares a personal career update on his return to the market as an independent industry analyst and advisor. After getting to know Dave and learning more about his extensive HR operations, transformation and advisory background, Dave explains his recently published blog: “Breaking the Barriers to HR Analytics”. The group further discusses each barrier, providing their POV's and experience on each, and the factors preventing HR from realizing the "predictive analytics dream."

Dave’s Blog: https://bit.ly/3DWtTej

Connect with Dave: linkedin.com/in/davepolacheck

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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

LIVE from Neeyamo's Evolve Beyond Borders!

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 18:31:00 -0000

On this very special episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete and Julie share a LIVE episode recording from “The World’s Fair of Global HR and Payroll”...@Neeyamo’s Evolve Beyond Borders Event! They highlight the breadth, scope, and impact of the EBB event, including its rich content, and the range of thought leader speakers brought together to produce more than 24 hours of content across two packed days!

Next, they discuss the increasing complexity of hiring, competing, and thriving in the global marketplace, highlighting the challenges multinational organizations face and the modern solutions enabling agility, resiliency, and competitive advantage for multinational firms in 2023 and beyond!

Connect with us:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Access to content replays from Evolve Beyond Borders is available at: https://www.neeyamo.com/event/evolve-beyond-borders-2023

Where HR and Payroll Leaders Should Focus in 2023

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:46:00 -0000

On this episode of HR & Payroll 2.0 Pete and Julie share their POV’s on a few quiet year-end acquisitions in the HCM marketplace. Next, with HR and payroll leaders cautiously optimistic heading into 2023 and challenges old and new accelerating, they share their top 5 areas for HR and payroll leaders to focus on in the new year.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Sourcing advisors, who needs them?

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:30:00 -0000

After a quick round of market updates, Pete and Julie discuss the role and value of sourcing advisors in the transformation lifecycle. They explain what sourcing advisors do, their value in complex sourcing decisions, the impacts of engaging and not engaging one, and how sourcing advisors can drive improved sourcing outcomes to facilitate win-win partnerships for buyers and providers.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

When Sr. Executives 'Invest But Aren’t Invested' In Transformation

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:29:00 -0000

This week Julie and Pete tackle another tall list of market updates and product announcements before diving into the topic of organizational readiness in HR transformation. They debate the question of whether organizations can succeed in HR and Payroll transformation if senior executives 'invest but aren’t invested'. They discuss what organization readiness means, the role of stakeholders, and how to set a path and vision for transformation and gain buy-in and organizational alignment.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Special Guest Episode Featuring Anita Lettink

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:35:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome the first-ever guest to HR & Payroll 2.0! Future of work thought leader, speaker, advisor, and HR tech and services industry veteran Anita Lettink joins the show to discuss a packed list of topics and her latest work and insights!

Together, they unpack several market updates and announcements over the recent weeks and discuss the impacts of these acquisitions and product launches on the HR tech and services marketplace. Anita also shares insights and takeaways from her week at the UNLEASH event in Paris earlier this month. (For more on the event see Anita’s blog ‘What Happens in Paris’ here: https://bit.ly/3fi1K8A).

They dive into Anita’s work including her new book How to Select Your Next Payroll: The Ultimate Guide and discuss where disruption is occurring, how fintech is playing a role, and where the future of payroll is headed. Next, they dig into Anita’s research, writing, and POV on the future of work, and the overall HR technology market investments and growth.

Links to Anita’s work and how to connect:

Website: https://www.anitalettink.com/
Newsletter: https://newsletter.anitalettink.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/let_anita

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What is HR transformation, and how do you know if you’re doing it right?

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 06:30:00 -0000

On this episode, Pete and Julie discuss the nebulas world of HR transformation and dive into the question…what does HR transformation mean, and how do you know if you’re doing it right? Many organizations today are navigating transformation journeys to modernize and digitize their HR and payroll operating models globally. It’s a nebulas term - often overused and sometimes a goal that is anything but clear - but what does it enable, provide, or mean for a business taking it on?

Pete and Julie unpack the topic to explain and share their POVs on this and many more questions, including where to start, what the key ingredients are to achieving HR transformation, how to know if you are doing it right, whether it’s a destination or a journey - and are you ever actually ‘there’. They also address why firms today can’t put off HR transformation any longer.

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

Event Recap: HR Technology Conference, SuccessConnect, and 2022 Global Payroll Awards

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 21:34:00 -0000

Julie and Pete are back with Episode 2 of HR & Payroll 2.0 with their fall tech event recaps!

They share their experiences, takeaways, and POV’s from the recent HR Technology Conference and SuccessConnect events held in Las Vegas, the week of September 12th. They also highlight some of the recent HCM technology provider product and roadmap announcements coinciding with the three major events (including Workday Rising). Pete also shares his experience and POV from the recent Global Payroll Awards held in Dublin, Ireland on September 22nd. What a special night for global payroll, congrats to all the nominees and award winners!

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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0

The Do-Nothing Buyer: How to Move from Paralyzed to Modernized

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 21:00:00 -0000

In the first episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Julie and Pete discuss the who, what, and why behind the show. We discuss the jam-packed fall tech event season (we will both be in Las Vegas for the HR Technology Conference and Pete will also be presenting at SuccessConnect).

They dive into a topic very real and close to both our roles - the "do nothing buyer", and unpack the challenge of HR technology and services buyers reaching a "no decision" in a competitive bid scenario. Including key drivers of the no-decision outcome, why a no-decision outcome can sometimes make sense, how to avoid them altogether, and how to recover when a "no-decision" occurs to keep the organization moving forward.

Connect with us: LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0