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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
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How the Retirement Investment in Small Employers Act is Helping Businesses
Following in the footsteps of the SECURE Act of 2019 and the SECURE Act 2.0 of 2022, the Retirement Investment in Small Employers (RISE) Act, is looking to set…
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Retail Sales Defy Projections, Layoffs Up, and CA Raises Minimum Wage in Healthcare Industry
If people are impacted by inflation, they aren’t showing it because retails sales were up in September, bettering expectations. Gene Marks says financial…
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Transforming Home Services with Jobber: A Unique CRM Platform
Now more than ever, having the right CRM platform is essential for your business, especially for those in the home services industry. On this episode of…
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What’s Next for Interest Rates? Credit Cards for Financing? Automation Investment?
Reports are that inflation might settle in at 3%, which is lower than expected. The question now is what will the Federal Reserve do with interest rates? Gene…
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GoDaddy’s Generative AI: Empowering Your Business Success
Laka Sriram, VP of Product at GoDaddy is talking with host Gene Marks of the Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast about generative AI and how GoDaddy is…
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Tax Cuts to Expire, Tax Credit Seeks Permanency, and Workplace Harassment Prevention
For employers who have worked a lifetime building their business and financial estate, 2025 could bring a heft of new taxes and tax rates, meaning less money…
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Congressman Lloyd Smucker Talks the Main Street Tax Certainty Act
Congressman Lloyd Smucker of the State of Pennsylvania is talking with Gene Marks about his sponsored bill, the Main Street Tax Certainty Act. Tune in to this…
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AI Gains a Voice (or 5), Net Neutrality is Back, and Confidence about Economy is Up
ChatGPT is adding personas and will be able to do multiple voices or even read you a bedtime story. Gene Marks shares some tips on why generative AI should be…
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Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Data and Your Business
As we continue with Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’ve got Dan Lohrmann, Field Chief Information Officer at Presidio on this week’s episode of Paychex…
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IRS Audits, California Fast-Food Minimum Wage, and Walmart Pay Differences
The IRS is hiring thousands and thousands of more specialized personnel, primarily to increase audits on the wealthy and corporations. Gene Marks says that…
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Helping Businesses with Cybersecurity, Cyber Insurance, & Awareness Training
October is Cyber Security Month, and we’re kicking it off early with Jonah Wisch, Program Director of the National Cybersecurity Center (NCC). Listen in a…
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IRS Pauses Review of ERTC Claims, Entrepreneurship Trendy, Health Care Costs to Soar
The IRS announces a moratorium on reviewing any ERTC claims received after Sept. 13, 2023, until the new year, although businesses can continue to file…
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Navigating the Process of Buying and Selling Businesses
Have you considered buying a business or selling your current business? Now may be the right time. Take a listen to this episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business…
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Bankruptcies Rise, Score with NHL’s Penguins, and Prison Education Plan a Breakout
A 17 percent month-over-month increase in bankruptcies is concerning, especially with rising interest rates, but Gene Marks shares how businesses can get help…
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Reinventing the Customer Experience with Communication Technology
Looking for another way to improve the customer experience? Your communication technology plays an important part in that. Tune in to this episode of Paychex…
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Job Growth Flat, 529 Plan Rollovers, and a Proposed Rule on Overtime
Although job growth has slowed for a sixth consecutive month, North Carolina continues to be the place to find work, overtaking Texas for the top spot…
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Gen Z Favoring Trades, Mental Health a Key Focus, and a Government Shutdown Looms
Skilled trades might get a boost, as nearly half of Gen Zers surveyed said they are exploring this option over college, and Gene Marks says it’s a good thing…
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The Importance of Cyber Security for Small Businesses
When it comes to cybersecurity it’s essential for any size business. In fact, small businesses are often the prime targets for cyber attacks. That’s why host…
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Navigating Minimum Wage Changes, Hybrid Work Strategies, and Employee Stock Ownership Plans
In this episode of the Paychex THRIVE Week in Review podcast, host Gene Marks delves into the upcoming increase in minimum wages across several states…
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Religious Accommodations in the Workplace – Breaking Down Groff vs DeJoy
Tune into this episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast to hear as, host Gene Marks talks with Employment Attorney and Partner at Fisher Phillips, Lauren…
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Ownership Reporting, Pregnancy Rules, and Happy Birthday Means Happy Employees
Businesses have reporting requirement deadlines approaching regarding their true or beneficial ownership, which many small businesses aren’t aware of. Gene…
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How SCORE Mentorships are Helping Small Businesses Navigate AI, the Labor Market, and More
Have you ever heard of SCORE? And do you know what they do? Take a listen as host Gene Marks talks with CEO of SCORE, Bridget Weston on this episode of Paychex…
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Form I-9 and Visa Cards: In-Person Inspections of Documents and Surcharges
Employers who conducted remote document inspections related to Form I-9 during the pandemic have until Aug. 30, 2023, to review those same employee documents…
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The Economy Now and in the Future: Housing, Deficit, Interest Rates, and More
We’re talking to Lyn Alden again and this time we’re diving deeper into the economy now and in the future. Take a listen as Lyn and host, Gene Marks, touch on…
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Extreme Heat and Mental Health Are Hot-Button Topics; Look to Your States as Funding Source
With high temperatures and crushing heat indexes across the United States, the Biden administration pushed the Labor Department to remind workers of their…
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ERTC: Retroactive Tax Credits for Your Business - Expert Insights and Deadlines
Join host Gene Marks in this insightful episode as he discusses the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) with Erin Lierheimer, Senior Technical Product…
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Credit Tightens as Banks Brace, Insurance Company Bails on Florida, and Bank on Barbie
Personal credit card balances are rising, so banks are holding onto their money and making it tougher for businesses to get loans and lines of credit. Farmers…
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Retirement in the U.S. – Pensions, SECURE 2.0 Act, Student Loans, and More
One key focus for legislators today is finding ways to combat the retirement crisis in the United States, including the recent passing of SECURE Act 2.0. Tune…
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Threads vs. Twitter, Small Business Borrowing, and UPS Strike Threat
In this episode of "Week in Review," Gene Marks discusses three critical news topics impacting small businesses. He analyzes the potential impact of "Threads,"…
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How T-Mobile is Supporting New Technologies
From simple calls and text messages, to one of the most important tools in your life, mobile devices have seen huge advances in just 10 years’ time. And to…
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Slowing But Solid Jobs Numbers, Interest Rates a Bit High, and Way Too Much AI
Jobs numbers took a slight dip but sectors such as the government, health care, and construction continue to grow, especially throughout the South. Gene Marks…
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Raising Capital for Your Small Business: Insights from the SEC
Ever wonder what the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is and what it does? On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, host Gene Marks…
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Empowering Small Businesses: LISC, Kevin Hart’s Gran Coramino, and Minority Business Grants
On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, host Gene Marks is talking with the National Director of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation…
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Succession Planning, Incentives to Work at Office, and Fired-Up Pizzerias in NYC
The American Dream is alive. However, 52% of successful entrepreneurs expressed that they don’t want their children inheriting their business. Gene Marks says…
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Scott Galloway on What the Numbers Say About Key Economic Topics
On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, we’ve got economist and thought leader, Scott Galloway talking about his recent book, “Adrift: America…
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Tax Proposals, Softening Inflation, Startups/Businesses Feeling the Pinch
The House of Representatives is actively proposing legislation regarding expiring tax credits and other areas, and although they have little chance of passing…
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Artificial Intelligence (AI): Chatbots, Metaverse, Robots, and More
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly prevalent throughout our world, business owners are wondering how it fits into their world. On this…
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What Will Be Threshold for OT Rule? Who Suffers from Writers’ Strike? Will R&D Tax Credits Return?
As the U.S. Department of Labor delays the announcement of OT Rule, speculation begins on what the salary threshold will be. Some hint it could go as high as…
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Is a federal mandate on paid family medical leave on the horizon?
Congresswoman Stephanie Bice from Oklahoma and Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan from Pennsylvania are part of a bipartisan group working towards the creation of…
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Jobs Up, Job Openings Up — Despite Use of AI to Cut Jobs — and Commercial Construction Grows
Nearly 340,000 jobs added in May in the United States and another 10.1 million job openings reported. If people want to work, the jobs are there, especially in…
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Queen Latifah: From Hip-Hop Legend to Small Business Supporter
Queen Latifah – you know her as a recording artist, actress, producer, label president, and entrepreneur, but did you know all that she’s doing to support…
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Funding Sources, a Tweak for SECURE 2.0, and Why Gen Z Won’t Succeed Remotely
There’s funding still available for businesses to help them recover from pandemic-related challenges, from Maine to the federal government, and Gene Marks says…
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Proposed Labor Rules and What They Could Mean for Businesses
When it comes to labor and the workplace, what is the difference between rules and laws? And what topics are top-of-mind within Washington, D.C.? Find out on…
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A Permanent Pass-Through Tax Deduction? Will DOL Dampen Freelancing? NC Requires Cash?
The tax deduction that pass-through businesses have been enjoying is set to expire in 2025, but Congress is proposing it become permanent. Gene Marks comments…
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The Business of Breaking the Mental Health Stigma
Over the past several years, we have seen mental health stigma disintegrate on a social front. Now, it's your job as an employer to help break down the stigma…
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Souring on Remote Work, Exempting State Taxes to Incentivize Work, and Rising Bankruptcies
It took the ever-changing tech world just a few years to realize that an entire remote work force tamps down what makes tech work best. Now, they want changes…
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Gen Z Impacts the Workforce, Jobs Numbers Increase, and Mandatory Service Fees
Generation Z continues to enter the workforce in droves — where, doing what, and for how much? A Paychex special report analyzed the data to answer these…
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For Businesses, How Do You Pick the Right Bank?
With the recent bank failures, many people and businesses throughout the U.S. are wondering what the future may hold for the banking industry. That’s why we’re…
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Regulating AI, Deep-Fake Rise, and States with Business Hiring/Opening Challenges
Government agencies and state governments have artificial intelligence on the radar, making noise about regulations to protect the American public especially…
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Why Jobber is a Game Changer for Home Service Businesses
When it comes to operations management, finding the right CRM platform is essential for businesses, especially those in the home services industry. That’s why…
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Labor Lost and Found, Retirement Plan Uptick, Pay Transparency, and Perks for Downtown Revival
As unemployment numbers go up amid layoffs by large companies, small businesses might be the beneficiary of a growing talent pool. One bit of good news is a…
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Consumer Trend Outlooks with Yahoo! Finance’s Brian Sozzi
With the changing U.S. economy that includes a tumultuous banking system, rising interest rates, and inflated pricing, comes a changing consumer, one that is…
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A New Way to Look at Healthcare Benefits
Healthcare benefits are an important part of your ability to attract and retain talent which is why it’s so important to choose your offerings based on what…
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Cash Flow, Interest Rates, IRS Audits, and Mass Transit Shortfalls
Access to funds is becoming an issue for small businesses, whether it’s a cash flow shortage or high interest rates for loans. Even mass transit systems in…
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Who’s Really Working the Most as Services Sector Expands, Employment and Hourly Wages Rise?
While a report from the Brookings Institution reveals that Americans have shaved a little more than a half hour from their average work week, other news…
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Sen. Ron Johnson On Proposed Legislation’s Impact on Businesses
As a Senator for the state of Wisconsin, Ron Johnson knows the enormous impact the government can have on our economy, our businesses, and our lives. That’s…
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New Support for Women-Owned Businesses, Survey Reflects Capital Concerns, and AI Raises Eyebrows
New federal support is available for women-owned small businesses, as they comprise nearly half of all businesses launched in 2021 and face unique obstacles…
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Ryan Serhant Gets Real About Real Estate
You’ve seen him on Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing New York,” but did you know that Ryan Serhant is also the founder and CEO of the world’s most followed real…
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Small-Business Surveys: Succession Plans, the Florida Boom, and the Minimum-Wage Increase Lie
In several recent surveys, results show that only 27% of owners have a fully laid-out plan to pass a family-owned business to the next generation, while in…
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Impact of SECURE Act 2.0 and the Changing Retirement Landscape
The SECURE Act 2.0 was signed into law at the end of 2022, building upon the work that the original SECURE Act did to address the retirement crisis in the U.S…