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THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast

Designed for those who crave the inside scoop on everything from people to policy to profits, each THRIVE episode transforms complex business and HR topics into clear, actionable advice. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or an aspiring leader, this podcast is your go-to source for cutting through the noise and gaining a competitive advantage.

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25:36

Considering Employee Layoffs? Here Are Some Best...

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2022/11/15

As the economy begins to slow down, many companies may be forced to turn to employee layoffs, now and in the future. Hear from Lenny Feigel, labor and employment attorney at Foley & Lardner LLP, about what you need to consider. Find out why it’s so important to plan, how to select where your layoffs are going, what companies are offering in terms of separation and severance pay, and much more. Topics Include: 00:19 – Introduction to attorney Lenny Feigel 02:03 – Having a good relationship with a

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14:59

Mid-Term Elections: A Few Predictions of What a...

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2022/11/11

We won’t know the makeup of Congress for another month following the mid-term elections, but a slim majority for either party primarily will result in few big pieces of bi-partisan legislation. Gene Marks takes a look at a handful of potential outcomes on where the government will spend its money, who might benefit, and some other issues such that will impact businesses. Listen to the podcast. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter,

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36:34

Understanding Your Responsibilities Under Employee...

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2022/11/08

The Equal Employee Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the primary federal agency in charge of enforcing the employment discrimination laws in the United States. On this episode, Gene Marks is talking with Vice Chair of the EEOC, Jocelyn Samuels, about what small businesses need to know about the agency, including the importance of understanding discrimination laws, how being an inclusive workplace is good for business, why you should have anti-harassment policies in place, and much more. Topics

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16:18

Putting Small Businesses at the Forefront of New...

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2022/11/01

We’re kicking off Season 4 of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, with Congressman Ben Cline from the sixth congressional district in Virginia. Listen in as host Gene Marks talks with Rep. Cline about his proposed legislation, the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvement Act, which is designed to help small businesses understand and comply with new regulations. Hear what inspired this bill, where the legislation currently stands, and how Congressman Cline hopes to help small businesses in

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07:49

Week in Review: Preparing for Potential New Rule on...

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2022/10/27

With the U.S. Department of Labor’s recent proposed new rule, businesses might have to make some adjustments if independent contractors are reclassified. It could change how your business pays taxes, as well as increase your costs if these individuals must be treated as employees. Listen to our THRIVE Week in Review with Gene Marks podcast. Learn more about tax forms for independent contractors at www.paychex.com/articles/payroll-taxes/filing-taxes-for-independent-contractors DISCLAIMER: The

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23:16

Cyber Security: What Small Businesses Need to Know

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2022/10/21

Bonus episode: Cybersecurity – it’s not just for big businesses. In fact, small businesses are often prime targets for cyber-attacks. On this episode of THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast, you’ll hear from Kristin Harper, Manager of Operations Security at Paychex, as she talks to Gene Marks about what you should know and what you can do to protect your company from cyber criminals. Topics Include: 00:19 – Meet Kristin Harper 00:58 – Kristin’s job as Manager of Operations Security 02:49 –

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07:54

How to Use the Work Opportunity Tax Credit to Recruit...

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2022/10/20

The unemployment rate is at a 50-year low but there are still more than 10 million open jobs. That’s going to create competition for talent. Use every resource available, including the federally funded Work Opportunity Tax Credit, which can either reduce your income tax or payroll tax if you hire certain types of candidates such as military veterans or the long-term unemployed, to name a few. Host Gene Marks details some of the perks of WOTC in this week’s episode. Listen to the podcast. Other

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07:17

How These 5 Tips Can Help You Manage Cost Increases...

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2022/10/13

With projected increases expected for workplace health plans, you have options to help manage the costs; health savings accounts, health reimbursement accounts or level-funded plans. Your business can even contribute more to employee health insurance costs and take a deduction. Gene Marks provides some insights that can help your business. Listen to the podcast Other resources HRA vs. HSA: Which is better to Offer Employees DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further

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11:16

A Business Continuity Plan Can Help You Keep Some...

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2022/10/06

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, host Gene Marks shares some insights on how businesses across the country are not immune to natural disasters and should consider a business continuity plan. Having a chain of communication and a way to pay your employees on time are just two ways to get your operations up and running quickly in the event of interruption. Listen to the podcast. Other Resources: usa.gov: Contains website links to helpful information (funding, health and safety, and more) sba.gov:

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49:14

Finding Good Staff in a Tight Labor Market

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2022/10/04

As we close out season 3 of THRIVE, Gene Marks talks with Jeremy Bilsky, Senior Director and General Manager of Advance Partners about the current state of the staffing industry and how finding good talent is harder than ever before. Hear what Jeremy had to say about topics such as temp-to-hire versus direct hire, redefining employment, the impact of remote work on staffing, and much more. Topics Include: 00:19 – An introduction to Advance Partners 03:14 – Staffing temp-to-hire vs. Direct hire 06:10

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07:56

With Interest Rates Rising, Think Long Term – Loans,...

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2022/09/29

With interest rates going up another 75 basis points, and another increase expected, businesses are going to find loans and financing more expensive to secure. Gene Marks offers a few tips, including paying down credit card debt or looking to high-yield checking or money market accounts to let your money work for the business in the short term. Listen to the podcast. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal

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27:59

Order Up: Fast-Food Stakeholders in CA Now Setting...

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2022/09/27

With recently passed legislation, California is looking to improve regulations and rules for the fast-food industry. That’s why when it comes to policy changes in the fast-food industry, the state of California is turning to employees, employers, and other key stakeholders. Listen in as David Madland, Senior Fellow and Senior Advisor at American Worker Project for the Center for American Progress, talks with host Gene Marks about how this new legislation is working to raise standards in the

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06:24

Don’t Let Rising Utility Prices Be a Shock to Your...

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2022/09/22

With the U.S. Energy Information Administration forecasting a 16 percent increase in energy costs in 2023 – higher for some regions such as New York state that could see a 124% increase – businesses should control what they can. Gene Marks offers a handful of tips, some as simple as changing light bulbs, to help businesses prepare. Listen to the podcast. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting

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25:44

Startups Are Booming – Here’s Why

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2022/09/20

Despite the Great Resignation, startup businesses are booming. Why is this? Stephanie Gorski, Strategy Managing Director/Partner at Accenture has some thoughts. Listen in as she talks with host Gene Marks about the recent study from Accenture, the changing business owner demographic, and more. Topics Include: 00:20 – An introduction to Stephanie Gorski 01:37 – Small businesses are not enterprise businesses 05:28 – Accenture’s study on startups 07:54 – How startups came to be during COVID 10:33 –

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08:02

Technology, Data, Communication, and Forecasting:...

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2022/09/15

After a survey revealed that 54 percent of small businesses expect their revenue to increase in 2023 despite inflation, host Gene Marks takes a look at ways to accomplish this. He offers several tips on using a Customer Relationship Management system, communicating with customers, and focusing on forecasting. Listen to the podcast. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not

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20:34

Changing Workplace Trends According to Microsoft

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2022/09/13

What is on the minds of small business owners? That is what Microsoft went out to find in their Small Business State of Mind study. On this episode of THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast, host Gene Marks is talking with Travis Walter, Microsoft Stores Vice President of Retail. Hear what he had to say about what this study found, including the impact of Generation Z, navigating inflation issues, why cybersecurity should be at the top of your mind, and more. Topics Include: 00:29 – Introduction to

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07:40

California’s Fast-Food Law Could Change Wages, Safety...

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2022/09/08

California could be trendsetting or setting up businesses for more challenges with the signing of a law that regulates the fast-food industry. A council would have the power to increase the minimum wage and change safety standards. It gives employees a seat at the table. It gives all businesses something to consider. In this week’s episode, Gene Marks discusses the pros and cons. Listen to the podcast. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the

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21:49

How eBay is Creating Communities for Buyers and Sellers

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2022/09/06

Starting, building, and growing a business can be very exciting and rewarding, it can also be very isolating. That’s why it’s so important to connect with your customers and other business owners to create communities to learn, share, and build relationships. On this episode of THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast, Gene Marks is talking with Rebecca Michals, Director of Community Engagement at eBay about the importance of community involvement. Whether you’re an eBay seller or just a business leader,

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07:46

Benefits of Offering Paid Parental Leave Include...

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2022/09/01

A survey by the Society of Human Resource Management found that there was a significant decline in the percentage of companies offering paid parental leave and even paid paternity leave. Host Gene Marks shares insights on some of the challenges that could explain this change, but offers several tips as to how take advantage of the benefits of offering a program, including tax credits. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be

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29:58

The Labor Market Is Tough – How Indeed Is Making It...

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2022/08/30

Finding, hiring and retaining the right talent has rarely been more challenging or important. As part of its commitment to simplify HR for America’s businesses, Paychex has partnered with Indeed, the #1 job website, to help businesses increase the visibility of their job openings and speed-to-hire. On this episode of THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast, host Gene Marks is talking with Executive Vice President and General Manager of Indeed, Raj Mukherjee, about how businesses can set themselves up for

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