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09Sep
Payroll Pros Don’t Fear Change — They Just Tax It!
There’s an old saying: “The only two certainties in life are death and taxes.” For payroll professionals, there’s a third certainty: change. Payroll is always evolving, whether it’s due to changing compliance rules, new technologies, or shifting worker expectations. Still, here’s the reality: payroll experts don’t fear change; they navigate it, track it, and quite […]
09Sep
Payroll Checkup: Is your process healthy?
As we cross into the latter half of 2025, payroll professionals experience an ideal opportunity to pause and evaluate their systems. Much like an annual health exam, a mid-year payroll checkup ensures that processes remain compliant, efficient, and aligned with organizational goals. Payroll errors or inefficiencies can impact employee morale, organizational reputation, and compliance with […]
09Sep
Pay Transparency 2025
Pay transparency is now a basic requirement, not just a “nice-to-have” perk. Pay transparency, once a trendy buzzword, has become a crucial legal and cultural force shaping how companies attract, retain, and compensate employees. By the end of 2025, HR, payroll, and staffing experts will make efforts to navigate these changes. These leaders must strike […]
14Jan
Get Rich – Write a Book!
by John Bernatovicz, author of HR Like a Boss and founder of Willory Discover the Transformative Journey Behind HR Like a Boss Writing HR Like a Boss wasn’t about making money—it was about finding purpose, building community, and honoring family. Learn how this deeply personal journey led to empowering HR professionals, fostering connections, and creating […]
25Mar
Don’t be Small Minded About Small Talk
Practically everyone opines how much they hate small talk. The minutes before a meeting kicks off or networking at a conference/association meeting or generally meeting new people. But, what if we reframe the way we see small talk? Instead of a chore, what if we think of it as a the foundation for building relationships? […]
20Feb
Behind the Badge: Unveiling the Real Story of ‘Open to Work’ on LinkedIn
LinkedIn has been a part of our lives for over 21 years, but somewhere around the pandemic it really shifted from a social media platform with active HR professionals and business leaders to a place of social media engagement and fake influences. Just because your LinkedIn feed is comprised of bro-etry and ChatGPT posts doesn’t […]
30Jan
You’ve Been Laid Off, Now What? A Guide to Grief, Practical Tips, and Professional Transition
You’ve Been Laid Off, Now What? A Guide to Grief, Practical Tips, and Professional Transition Embarking on a job search following a layoff is undoubtedly a challenge. The experience disrupts one’s sense of self-worth and generates a certain apprehension about placing trust in future professional endeavors. This predicament is amplified by the prevailing economic conditions […]
24Oct
HR Like a Boss is Available for Purchase
Discover the Secrets of Amazingly Awesome HR With New ‘HR Like a Boss’ Book From Business Leader & Willory Founder John Bernatovicz HR Like a Boss, published by SHRM Books, is the essential guide to transforming workplaces through the power of human resources. This book sets a new standard for delivering Human Resources, advocating for […]
03Jul
Beyond Calculation: The Essentials of Payroll Processing
Processing payroll is a vital responsibility that requires a comprehensive set of skills, knowledge, and attention to detail. As the payroll practitioner’s role evolves, it extends beyond simple net-to-gross calculations. In this blog post, we explore the essential requirements for proficiently processing payroll, highlighting the skills and knowledge needed to ensure accurate and timely compensation […]
29Jun
Tips for a Successful Resume
In today’s competitive labor market, investing hours in crafting your successful resume and conducting job searches may not be enough. To truly distinguish yourself, you must go the extra mile. Along with thoroughly researching your chosen career field, you have to look into and understand each company you’re applying to. Adding to the challenge, […]
