Paychex PULSE, an HR Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

What’s the key to finding joy in the modern workplace? According to Leigh Henderson, founder of HRManifesto and one-third of the HR Bestie’s podcast, it’s transforming workplaces into efficient, people-centric environments. On this episode of Paychex PULSE, Leigh draws on her 20 years of experience as an HR leader to shine a spotlight not only on the inevitable evolution of our workplaces but also on the influential role HR professionals play in navigating these shifts. Leigh shares insights on their expanding role as change agents who positively impact employees' lives, enhance organizational culture, and embody the principle of people first. Tune in as we also dive into the realities of toxic workplaces, the impact of Gen Z, and how to survive (and thrive) in these shifting environments.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Leigh Henderson

01:39 – Leigh’s experience with toxic workplaces and formation of HRManifesto

03:30 – The effect of poor leadership in the workplace

08:00 – Need for leadership development in organizations

11:22 – Impact of new generations on the workplace

14:37 – Introduction to the HR Besties Podcast

18:14 – Leigh’s goals for 2024

19:54 – Wrap up

Learn more from Leigh and her experiences supporting five different Fortune 100 companies as an HR executive over at HRManifesto: https://bit.ly/3Otgrnx

Join Leigh and her co-hosts in the staff meeting you actually WANT to attend over on the HR Besties podcast: https://bit.ly/3HKmMag

Learn the effects of mental health in the workplace and why monitoring it is good for business: https://bit.ly/4bfKatY

Looking to transform your HR strategy, but not sure where to start? Paychex can help: https://bit.ly/43BxPep

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

There’s no doubt the HR landscape is constantly evolving and as we dive into 2024, HR professionals find themselves grappling with new challenges and embracing novel opportunities. From managing distributed teams to dealing with regulatory challenges, the role of HR has never been more critical — and we have the facts to prove it. In this episode of Paychex PULSE, Alice Bredin, founder and president of Bredin, Inc., shares insights from our 2024 Priorities for Business Leaders Report, including the increasingly integral role of HR administration, where businesses are investing around 600 hours annually. Alongside such a significant commitment in time and finances, companies are also grappling with complex issues such as talent acquisition and retention, risk management, and compensation. Alice provides expert insights on these pressing HR challenges and reveals how businesses are adopting innovative solutions to streamline HR.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Alice Bredin

01:24 – Discussion on 2024 Priorities for Business Leaders Report

02:07 – New challenges for the HR sector

03:16 – Importance of leadership development and managing performance

03:55 – Trends in managing performance and skills

05:13 – Varying HR challenges between different industries

07:12 – Insights on HR administration overload and its costs

11:01 – People management priorities

13:22 – Why leaders love to lead

14:29 – The importance of managing risk

15:23 – Wrap Up

Don’t forget to download your copy of the 2024 Priorities for Business Leaders Report: https://bit.ly/3O57OPX

Join our upcoming webinar to take a deeper dive into the challenges, strategies, and innovative ideas found in our 2024 Priorities for Business Leaders Report: https://bit.ly/4b0QaGJ

See how you compare with the leaders we surveyed by completing our two-minute interactive assessment: https://bit.ly/3U69Gvw

Need help with the countless HR tasks on your to-do list? Paychex can help: https://bit.ly/43BxPep

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

AI has been around for decades, but it's only recently that people have begun to recognize its potential and interact with it — especially when it comes to HR. Jason Radisson, founder and CEO of Movo, an AI-powered all-in-one HR platform, joins us to share valuable insights on how AI can provide significant improvements in efficiency, allowing companies to better utilize their workforce. He discusses how AI can automate essential HR processes such as recruiting and scheduling, as well as reskill and upskill your employees by leveraging data to identify who should be trained in real time. No matter the size of your business, tune in to learn how AI can revolutionize your HR.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Jason Radisson

01:16 – Jason’s journey and why he founded Movo

02:28 – Examples of AI’s usage in HR

04:23 – AI and workforce utilization

05:02 – Why the public perception of AI is changing

07:38 – How AI can improve upskilling

10:05 – Implementing AI in smaller businesses

11:49 – Advice for HR leaders on using AI

13:09 – Wrap Up

Download this checklist to learn how HR technology can help you boost productivity, improve the overall employee experience, and enhance skills: https://bit.ly/45S1mmc

Looking for more ways to increase efficiency? Try employee self-service: https://bit.ly/3PDrgEL

Paychex doesn’t just have the technology you need to increase efficiencies, but the expert guidance that helps you optimize its benefits: https://bit.ly/43BxPep

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Are you feeling the impact of the current labor shortage? Wondering how you can attract and retain top talent in this competitive market? On this episode of Paychex PULSE, we dive into the data behind the shortage and offer up creative strategies to help overcome it with Ben Eubanks, the author of Talent Scarcity: How to Hire and Retain a Shrinking Workforce. From targeting unique talent pools to partnering with organizations like AARP to using tools like AI, he shares unique ways to approach hiring and retention to address changing workforce demographics. Tune in for real world examples of these strategies in action, as well as practical takeaways you can use to mitigate the talent shortage for your business.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Ben Eubanks

01:15 – The talent scarcity trend

03:40 – Real world examples of creative hiring strategies

06:18 – How flexibility can retain and engage employees

08:15 – Using automation to retain employees

10:26 – Utilizing AI to help HR pros save time

13:08 – The importance of connection between employees and management

15:14 – Wrap Up

Looking to boost retention? Try a stay interview: https://bit.ly/3PgX6H1

Watch our webinar on bridging the generational gap in the workplace to learn how to leverage the strengths of each generation and better compete for talent: https://bit.ly/3OT67ER

Retain your top talent by implementing an effective employee engagement strategy. Learn how: https://bit.ly/3OksB1i

See how our unique combination of HR tech and service and can help in you overcome your hiring challenges: https://bit.ly/3QBzTQY

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

On this episode of PULSE, we dive into the game-changing legislation that is the SECURE Act 2.0. Compliance Risk Manager Zachary Keep shares many of the groundbreaking provisions included in SECURE 2.0 and their potential impact on employers, employees, and HR professionals. With tax credits, automatic enrollment, student loan matching, and other sweeping changes, SECURE is set to redefine the retirement landscape for years to come. HR professionals will have a lot to consider when it comes to this new legislation, but the good news is that the SECURE can also help attract and retain your workforce, as it makes participating in 401(k) plans easier than ever, incentivizes contributions, and even offers financial benefits for those struggling with student loan debt. Tune in to learn more essential details you need to know about the future of retirement in America.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Zachary Keep

01:16 – Overview of SECURE Act 2.0 provisions

03:41 – The impact of SECURE 2.0 on employees

06:05 – The benefits of offering a 401(k)s

07:49 – SECURE’s student loan matching provision

09:56 – New employer tax credits

14:06 – HR administration of SECURE 2.0 provisions

14:46 – New rules for hardship distributions

16:47 – Changes to catch-up provisions

17:36 – Retirement benefits for part-time employees

18:26 – The impact of automatic enrollment on retirement

20:01 – Establishment of a retirement “lost and found”

20:54 – The benefits of pooled employee plans

22:46 – What to expect next from SECURE 2.0

24:54 – Wrap up

We’ve got all your FAQs on SECURE 2.0, here: https://bit.ly/3OZcIyK

To learn more about the incentives SECURE 2.0 offers to businesses and employees, visit: https://bit.ly/3QBzTQY

What’s happening in your state? Check out your state mandated retirement programs, here: https://bit.ly/45bXagJ

From enrollment to plan maintenance, we can help you tackle SECURE 2.0 by taking care of all of your retirement plan details: https://bit.ly/3OFQe4A

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

With everything on the plate of today’s HR professional, going beyond the tactical to the strategic can often be a long leap. But what if your tedious tasks disappeared and you could build a dream work environment for both you and your employees? Our guest for this episode of Paychex PULSE, Jeff Williams challenges listeners to do just that through the lens of our findings from the 7th Annual Pulse of HR Report. Tune in to hear Jeff provide the insights, direction, and much needed motivation to jumpstart your HR strategy, while still keeping what matters most at the forefront — your people.

To download the 7th Annual Pulse of HR Report and read more about our findings, visit: https://bit.ly/3Pg4qD0. 

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Jeff Williams 00:57 – Pulse of HR takeaways 02:21 – Emerging HR trends from the Pulse of HR 03:35 – Payroll as an employee engagement tool 05:46 – Alternate pay methods and compliance 06:56 – The use of AI in HR 09:48 – HR professionals as strategists 11:03 – Optimizing hybrid work for employees and employers 14:52 – Creating a more intentional HR mindset 16:03 – Jeff’s final piece advice for HR professionals 16:53 – Wrap up

For more insights into the Pulse of HR, watch our webinar with the researchers behind the report: https://bit.ly/3rQ3ZWG

Ready to implement an employee engagement strategy that meets the needs of your workforce? Start here: https://bit.ly/3OksB1i

Discover the right Paychex solutions to help support your big HR goals: https://bit.ly/43To6Rl.

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

When it comes to attracting and retaining talent, are you considering the differing needs of employees from each generation? Taking the time to understand generational differences could yield many benefits for your workplace. On this episode of Paychex PULSE, discover how you can leverage the strengths of each generation to find and keep top talent, optimize your hiring and onboarding process, and foster an inclusive workplace culture that nurtures collaboration and innovation.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Martina Hopkins and Kirsten Tornow  01:04 – Generational overview  02:54 – Retention tactics by generation  04:30 – Opportunities for mentorship  06:36 – The role of training and career development  09:34 – Offering benefits to meet multi-generational needs  12:05 – Overcoming biases  14:58 – Multi-generational workplace success stories  17:56 – Wrap up 

Learn more about managing multiple generations at www.paychex.com/articles/human-resources/how-to-manage-multiple-generations-in-the-workplace

Watch our webinar about bridging generational gaps for even more insights.

The onboarding process is key to engaging employees of all ages. See how you can improve yours at www.paychex.com/articles/hcm/importance-of-onboarding-new-hires.

Find out how Paychex HR Services can help meet the needs of your multi-generational workplace at www.paychex.com/human-resources.

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

We’ve got Christophe Martel, CEO and Founder of FOUNT, back on Paychex PULSE, an HR Podcast, talking more about the employee experience. Hear as he and host, Rob Parsons talks about friction management – what it is and how it can positively impact the employee experience at your company.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome, Christophe Martel 00:52 – What is employee experience (EX) 02:51 – Why is EX important? 03:59 – The cost of work friction 06:20 – How friction lowers productivity 07:44 – The impact on turnover rates 08:32 – Hyper-focused friction management 11:36 – The role of the HR pro 12:09 – How data and technology tools can help 14:44 – The little things matter 17:05 – How HR teams are thinking differently 22:50 – Wrap up

Find out how to build a remote culture and improve the employee experience at www.paychex.com/articles/human-resources/how-to-build-culture-in-a-remote-team.

Want to learn more about the employee experience? Watch our webinar at www.paychex.com/worx/webinar/what-is-employee-experience.

Find out how to establish a positive employee experience with the right toolset at www.paychex.com/worx/webinar/establishing-positive-employee-experience

Learn more about FOUNT at fount-ex.com or request a demo at hello@fount-ex.com.

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Does your hiring and retention strategy need a recharge? Are you giving your prospective and current employees what they really need? Paychex Human Resources Coach Jarryd Rutter joins the podcast to share the benefits needed today to attract, nurture, and keep great employees. He and host Rob Parsons explore how to offer benefits that matter to different employee populations (generation, job type, etc.), why communicating an employee’s total rewards package is so important, and the impact of self-service technology on benefits. They’ll also discuss the disconnect between what employers think their employees want versus what employees actually need.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Jarryd Rutter 01:23 – Benefits as a differentiator 02:04 – Communicating a total rewards package 05:36 – Emerging trends in employee wellbeing 08:56 – Integrating technology and benefits 12:24 – A year-round approach to benefits 14:54 – Career growth and pathing as a benefit 16:38 – Wrap up

WEBINAR: Be a Talent Magnet: Strategies for Finding and Keeping Great People - watch now at https://bit.ly/talent-magnet-webinar.

Discover more employee benefits trends for 2023 at www.paychex.com/articles/employee-benefits/employee-benefits-trends.

What you need to know about state-assisted retirement plans at www.paychex.com/articles/employee-benefits/8-states-state-sponsored-ira.

Need help navigating the complex world of employee benefits? Enlist a benefits broker. Learn more at www.paychex.com/articles/employee-benefits/working-with-benefits-broker

Find out how Paychex Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Services can help you offer the benefits that keep employees with your business at www.paychex.com/peo.

We conclude our exploration of the 7th Annual Pulse of HR Report with a closer look into how businesses are attracting and retaining top talent by catering to employees of all ages. Join Rob Parsons, host of Paychex PULSE, as he chats with Stu Richards, CEO of Bredin Research, about the generational differences impacting the workplace and creating a new wave of benefits designed to improve employee wellbeing.

Topics include:

00:00 – Welcome Stu Richards 00:21 – The important of HR tech and communication 01:37 – Attracting and retaining talent by generation 03:07 – Flexibility as an employee benefit 03:35 – Current benefits trends 05:42 – Using benefits to promote employee wellbeing 06:38 – Payroll as an employee benefit 07:35 – The ongoing importance of DEI 09:43 – Final thoughts on the 2023 Pulse of HR 11:19 – Wrap up

Download the 7th Annual Pulse of HR Report at https://bit.ly/pulseofhr.

Get to know the newest generation to enter the workforce a little better with our special report on the rise of Gen Z at www.paychex.com/worx/guide/rise-of-gen-z-workforce-special-report.

Discover the right Paychex solutions for your HR needs at www.paychex.com/business-solutions.

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 substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.