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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.
Episodes
- THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast
NY CPA Spotlight: Innovation and Recruitment Mark the Future of Accounting Profession
Calvin Harris has one of the most geographically and economically diverse state accounting professional societies to oversee as CEO of the New York State…
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Matt Egan on the Latest Market Trends: Interest Rates, Inflation, and Meme Stocks
With the Dow soaring to a record-breaking 40,000 and the market doubling from its COVID lows just four years ago, the current financial climate is buzzing with…
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Prenatal Paid Leave in N.Y., a Shift in Job Openings, and Visa Looks to Fewer Credit Cards
New York has done what no other state in America has, but what will offering 20 hours of prenatal paid leave to employees – on top of other leave time they are…
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Florida CPA Spotlight: How Will Specialization and AI Shape Accounting Profession?
CEO Shelly Weir discovered that her notions of what CPAs were like differed from who they actually are when she came to the Florida Institute of CPAs. Putting…
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Worker Classification 101: What Business Owners Need to Know
This week on Paychex THRIVE, class is in session with Shefali Milczarek-Desai, a distinguished scholar and associate professor of law at the University of…
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Changes to SBA Loan Process, Pet Bereavement Leave, and Gen Z Eyes the Trades
A revamp of the lending structure has some people praising a more streamlined process to get an SBA loan, while others are mad at the additional complexities…
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NJ CPA Spotlight: Raising Awareness, Building Talent Pipeline to Unlock Potential of Next Generation of CPAs
Aiysha “AJ” Johnson, CEO and Executive Director of the New Jersey Society of CPAs, says raising awareness at an earlier point in the education process is key…
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AI Policy and R&D Tax Credits: Empowering Businesses
On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Indiana) joins host Gene Marks to discuss the role of lawmakers in fostering AI innovation, its…
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Hourly Earnings Growth Increases, Credit Card Usage Up, Employees Prefer Small Businesses
A nearly two-year trend in deceleration of hourly earnings growth ends as the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch shows a 3.34% increase in April. Gene…
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The Potential for Employee-Owned Businesses in the AI Era
On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, distinguished labor economist and Harvard professor Dr. Richard Freeman joins host Gene Marks to navigate the future of work…
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Some Non-Competes Invalidated, Final OT Rule, and Net Neutrality is Back
Federal agencies got on a roll last week by announcing three new regulations that will change how businesses deal with protecting proprietary information…
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PA CPA Spotlight: Accounting Firm Challenges – Modernization, Talent Gap, and More
Jennifer Cryder, CEO of the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs (PICPA), spells out some of the challenges facing CPAs and their firms, largely around hot having…
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A Future Fueled by AI: Major Shifts in the Labor Market
Quickly evolving technology such as artificial intelligence coupled with changing labor dynamics have altered the workplace. Labor economist and MIT professor…
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Starters Buying Businesses, Tipping is Tiring, and What is the Best State to Open a Business?
Looking to start a business? The trend is to buy a business rather than start from scratch, and a recent report shows small-business acquisitions up 10% from…
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Texas Restaurant Association CEO Dishes on Membership Value, Tipping, and Childcare Initiative
President and CEO Emily Williams Knight helped guide the Texas Restaurant Association and its tens of thousands of members through the COVID-19 pandemic and…
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Small Business Confidence Lags, Prep for New OT Rule, and West is Best for Women Owners
Who wouldn’t take an 88.5 on a test? It’s passing. Sadly, the National Federation of Independent Small Businesses Optimism survey isn’t a test – and 88.5 is…
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WNBA Drafted a Business Pioneer and Advocate for Women Leaders
Cathy Engelbert has shattered a few glass ceilings in her career – first woman CEO of Deloitte and first WNBA commissioner – while still battling the gender…
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Midwest Tops in Job Growth, Help Wanted in Manufacturing, and CA Disconnects
If you’re in the Midwest, job prospects have ticked up slightly – the first increase in 2024 – and every region has seen growth in all but one industry…
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Economic Growth and Public Policy: Data, Not Debt, is the Solution
Kent Smetters has experienced public policy on the economy from inside and outside the federal government. The economist and Wharton school professor helps us…
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CA Minimum Wage Hike (sort of), Portal Connects Fund Sources, and Inflation is Bananas
Fast-food restaurants with a national footprint gain an exemption via the law as California raises its minimum wage. Gene Marks discusses the issues this could…
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Trajectory of the U.S. Economy: Key Influences on Business Decisions
What’s the economic outlook of the United States and what factors influence it? Columbia professor Brett House takes a deep dive focusing on growth rates…
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Super-Commuting, Tax Return and Ransom Scams, and Weight-Loss Drug as a Benefit
Employers who want to retain good employees might have to buy them comfortable cushions for their long commute to work. Seems super-commuting – traveling…
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32-Hour Workweek? Small Business Government Work Declines. Insurers Collect Data.
What would you think about working one less day and 8 fewer hours each week plus be eligible for overtime pay on a daily basis and benefits? It’s been…
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Queen Latifah Champions Women-Owned Businesses, Accountability, and Living in the Moment
Actor, producer, recording artist, and entrepreneur Queen Latifah shares on this episode of Paychex Thrive, a Business Podcast, what she feels are the biggest…
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Independent Contractor Rule, SBA Lender Match, and Boomer Wealth Transition
The gig might be up for gig workers. The DOL’s independent contractor worker classification rule went into effect March 11 and businesses using 1099 workers…
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Workforce, Culture, and Tipping: Shifting Dynamics in Restaurant and Hospitality Industry
After nearly a quarter century in the restaurant and hospitality business, Jeanne Cretella has seen major swings, and the President of Landmark Hospitality…
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Hiring Slows, Hourly Wages Increase, Dynamic Pricing, and a Shoplifting Solution
As the economy moderates, so too is job growth. Gene Marks offers some insights as to what the data from the latest Paychex Small Business Employment Watch is…
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Kara Swisher: A Media Maverick's Insights into the Business-Tech Landscape
Business owners cannot wait until AI is full-proof or they will be out of business, according to longtime technology journalist, author, and business owner…
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Mixed Reviews on Minimum Wage Hikes, Coffee Badging, and Flirting with New Wealth Taxes
A recent survey finds that while the majority of small business owners are in favor of a minimum wage hike, half of respondents also feel that an increase…
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How to Navigate Digital Marketing with Google Ads
Claire Jarrett is a businesswoman, author, and expert on digital marketing, and she says that data tracking is crucial to understanding how to craft your…
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Credit Card Fee Transparency in NY, PFML May Expand in NJ and PA, and Rainy-Day Funds
A new law takes effect in New York state that requires businesses to be transparent about credit card surcharges while also capping what businesses can charge…
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Former Fed Economist Breaks Down the National Debt and the Current State of the U.S. Economy
In today’s ever-changing business landscape, understanding the economy, national debt, and their impact on your trade is a crucial tool. On this episode of…
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Job Vacancies Unfilled, Super Bowl Impacts Productivity, Might Need Taylor Swift’s Help
Unless you’re Taylor Swift, working for Taylor Swift, or dating Taylor Swift, your business might not be doing as well in the marketplace. At least that’s what…
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Empire State Development Aims Ever Upward for NY State Businesses
Businesses in New York state and New York City have tremendous opportunities presented through Empire State Development, the economic development arm of state…
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Jobs Grow for 34th Straight Month, Tax Credit Extensions Sought, SBA Training Program
Data from the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch shows job growth continues strong and hourly wage growth is also up. Gene Marks shares insights on how…
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Nothing Seems Impossible for Restaurateur and TV Celebrity Robert Irvine
TV celebrity of “Restaurant: Impossible” and restaurateur Robert Irvine has a new book out titled, “Overcoming Impossible” that says that it doesn’t matter who…
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AI, AI, Oh, Wait! Productivity Gains Not Realized and Humans More Cost Effective
One recent study shows that full potential productivity gains through the use of generative artificial intelligence might be six to 10 years away. A different…
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How Data, Regulations, and Training are Shaping the HVAC Industry
The HVAC industry faces challenges on several fronts, from recruitment and retention in a tight labor market to an endless stream of regulations from federal…
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Will Regulatory Agencies Be Unable to Regulate? Economy Looks Bright and Older Workers Excel
If you’re running a business, a herring fisherman baited the hook with a case now before the Supreme Court that might limit a federal agency’s power to expand…
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Retired 4-Star General Stanley McChrystal: From Military to Business Leadership
Retired Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal says at the core of good leadership is communication and clear direction, whether commanding troops in battle or leading…
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U.S. DOL Final Rule on Worker Classification Will Have Major Impact on Businesses
With the release of the Final Rule on Employee or Independent Contractor Classification by the U.S. Department of Labor, businesses will have to audit their…
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How AI Maximizes Phone Call Intelligence for Lead Marketing
Digital technology that gave us texting hasn't devalued phone conversations, which are a treasure trove of insights that can help boost a company's lead…
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Job Growth Continues in South and Major Metros, Government Shutdown Looms
For 33 consecutive months, the small business community has shown resiliency by adding jobs. Highlights from the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch…
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N.J. Gov. Murphy: Modernizing Through AI Hub, Liquor License Laws, and Organized Labor
Gov. Phil Murphy of New Jersey has his sights set on making the Garden State the East Coast AI hub. Working with Princeton University, his administration is…
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Enhance the Online Search Experience with the Right AI
People want an online experience where they can easily find what they’re looking for. Algolia provides the AI search tools to help businesses make their…
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Job Switching, Coffee Badging, ERTC Disclosure Discount, and States Prime for Business
According to a recent worldwide survey, 25% of people are prepared to leave their current jobs, with better pay and perks topping the list of desires, and…
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Holiday E-Commerce Sales Up, Extensions Sought for Tax Credits and BOI Reporting
Despite disparity in the reporting of e-commerce sale figures, one thing is apparent: people are spending and the holiday shopping season is off to a good…
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Business Technology, HR, and Embracing Entrepreneurship with Former Paychex CFO
Rising to the C-Suite takes more than just an MBA. Host Gene Marks has a conversation with recently retired Paychex CFO and current senior advisor to the CEO…
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What Does Job Data Really Tell Us? Tips to Lower Taxes. Food Digging for Customers
Unemployment has dropped, jobs are being added, but job openings are decreasing by millions. Gene Marks says this gives him reservation but also shares that…
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BOI Compliance Deadline: What Businesses Should Know
In an effort to combat illicit activities such as money laundering and terrorist funding, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), under the…
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Consumer Sentiment Down, Credit Access Could Tighten, and Job Openings
The University of Michigan’s monthly consumer sentiment survey shows a fourth straight decline, which has Gene Marks worried that, despite signs to the…
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How to Leverage AI for Small Business Owners
In this episode of the Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, host Gene Marks talks with Thea Ducrow, CEO of Creative AI Leadership Consulting, about the role of…
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1099-K Reporting, Funding for Disadvantaged Borrowers, and Hybrid Ups Productivity
No news is good news, according to Gene Marks, who shares details about the IRS delaying the Form 1099-K threshold change in 2023. So, if you’re using a…
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Economic Uncertainties and Small Business Hiring
In our latest episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, Managing Director of Government Affairs at Goldman Sachs, Joe Wall and host Gene Marks are giving…
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NLRB Sued over Joint Employer Rule, Minimum Wages, and Government Contract Availability
The National Labor Relations Board released a final Joint Employer rule that was met with a lawsuit and other opposition from industry groups such as…
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Businesses Need to be Aware of the Top Regulatory Issues for 2024
After months and even years of discussions, several federal agencies have begun releasing or nearing release of new regulations that will impact businesses on…
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Household Debt is Red Flag, Make Banks Your Friends, and Restaurant Fee for Bad Parenting
With a spike of 1.3% and 3% in the third quarter for household debt and credit card delinquencies, respectively, Gene Marks shares his concern that strong…
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Using Foundations and AI to Keep Your Company Safe with Mastercard’s Deputy Chief Security Officer
For over 10 years, Mastercard has been using artificial intelligence to protect its customers. Today, Deputy Chief Security Officer, Alissa “Dr. Jay” Abdullah…
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Dealing with Interest rates, Small-Business Grants, and Corporate Transparency Forms
As the Federal Reserve continues to wrangle inflation, small businesses are left dealing with interest rates floating above 9.5%, which Gene Marks says is…
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Cautions About AI and How to Avoid Them
Believe it or not, artificial intelligence has been around for a while. But it is in the past few years that AI has exploded, and hit the mainstream. On this…