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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 New Stimulus Bill is Helping Businesses in the Arts Industry
The new Stimulus Bill includes a grant program dedicated to businesses in the arts industry that have been hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the…
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How This New Round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans is Helping Businesses in Underserved Areas
The new Stimulus Bill has brought more loans and grants for businesses in the U.S. But did you know that your address could help you during this process? When…
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Round Two of the Stimulus Bill and the Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) Are Getting Money Out to Businesses Quickly
In the most recent Stimulus Bill, $20 billion is set to fund the Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), providing businesses with two options: apply for up to…
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A Second PPP is Here – Get the Facts and Guidance You Need
With the latest Stimulus Bill came a new round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), including opportunities for a second draw. Tune in as Gene Marks talks…
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Managing the Future of a Successful 150 Year Old Family-Owned Business
Founded in 1870, Graeter’s Ice Cream is on it’s fourth generation of family ownership. President and CEO of Graeter’s, Richard Graeter, knows that when it…
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Adapting As We Go – The Story Of GOOD PLANeT FOODS During COVID-19
Bart Adlam joined on as co-CEO of GOOD PLANeT FOODS in the midst of a global pandemic. With just three months under his belt as a partner in this plant-based…
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The Stimulus Bill has Passed: Hear Senator Chris Coons Discuss Small Business Provisions
As businesses continue to struggle as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, a new stimulus bill was passed on December 27, 2020 to help alleviate payments for new…
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Nicolle Wallace Talks Hope, Optimism, and Opportunity for Small Businesses
Hope. Optimism. Opportunity. Three powerful words that mean more this year than in years past. In this episode of the Paychex Business Series, Gene Marks is…
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Congress and Small Business, with Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez
New parameters around Paycheck Protection Program funding. COVID-19 liability protection. Potential increases to the minimum wage. The importance of affordable…
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Trainerize: How One Company is Defining a New Category in Personal Training and Fitness
Inspiration for a business can come from anywhere. For Sharad Mohan, Co-Founder and CEO of Trainerize, found it in 2003 while working with a physiotherapist…
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How Amazon is Supporting Small Businesses During COVID-19 and Beyond
When you think of Amazon, small businesses are probably not the first thing that comes to mind. But maybe it should be. With more than half of the products…
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Paychex Panel Experts: Post Election Hot Topics
With the election behind us, many are wondering what to expect with the new Biden administration. Join Gene Marks as he talks with three experts from Paychex…
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Special Episode with Congressman Steve Chabot, Member of the Committee on Small Business
Listen in as Ohio Congressman, Steve Chabot, joins us for a special episode of the Paychex Business Series podcast. Hear as he talks with Gene Marks about his…
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Inside the World of a Business Journalist
Have you ever wondered how business journalists are able to write about the topic, without many having ever owned a business of their own? While Zach…
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Richard Gearhart Talks the Importance of Intellectual Property Protection with Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights
You’ve thought of a new idea for a product or business…now what? Well, according to Richard Gearhart, founding partner of Gearhart Law, the first thing you…
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The Business Impacts of the 2020 Elections: First Impressions with Thad Inge
The results of the 2020 election will likely bring many changes for your business; in this episode, Gene talks with Thad Inge, Senior Manager of Government…
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BMO Harris Bank’s Steve Zandpour Shares Why Businesses Should Look to Banks for Guidance and Advice
No longer just lending institutions, banks have become financial consultants. That’s why it's so important for small business owners to build a strong…
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Co-Founder of Vox.com Shares His Views on Building the United States Into the Strongest Economy in the World
What do China, New York City, and Washington, D.C. all have in common? According to Matthew Yglesias, co-founder of Vox.com, it’s larger populations and strong…
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National Trends, Local Impact – ABC News’ Chief Business Correspondent Rebecca Jarvis
Listen in as Rebecca Jarvis, chief business, technology & economics correspondent for ABC News, shares hard data and smart insights around significant “macro”…
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When it Comes to Small Business Loans, Online Lending May Be the Answer
Finding loans for your small business can be a challenge – your company is not as big, you may be looking to borrow smaller amounts of money, or you may need…
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Salesforce Executive Vice President Talks the Importance of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software To Small Businesses
Building and maintaining customer relationships is more important now than ever before. With that in mind, many businesses are looking into customer…
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How Companies Are Changing The Way They Do Business With Facebook
Social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram have become increasingly popular for use by small businesses as a tool for marketing, facilitating store…
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The FruitGuys CEO Shares His Story On Business Model Innovation During COVID-19
As many work environments changed with the onset of COVID-19 from in office to remote working, the impact was felt heavily for The FruitGuys, a company that…
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Special Episode With Joe Biden’s Small Business and Entrepreneurship Advisory Council Member, Andrew Yang
With the upcoming presidential election just around the corner and as the country continues to feel the effects of the current pandemic, there’s a lot for…
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Workplace Safety Guidance from Infectious Disease Physician and Epidemiologist, Dr. Anthony Harris
Face masks or face shields? Thermal scanning or symptom checking? UV light, disinfectants or air filters? These are questions that small business owners are…
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What to Know About Employer Liability Concerns in the Age of COVID-19
As businesses work to navigate these challenging times, they are facing new questions about employer liabilities as they relate to COVID-19. On this episode…
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Aviation Gin Sr. Brand Manager Talks Ryan Reynolds, Social Media, and Influencer Marketing
With an influencer like actor Ryan Reynolds, who would ever doubt the success of the spirits brand Aviation American Gin? But Senior Brand Manager, Adrian…
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Furloughs, Layoffs, and Terminations: What to Know and How to Handle Them
In this unprecedented economic downturn, many companies are having to make tough decisions, including changes in staffing. On this episode, Talia Edmundson…
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The Impact of Educational Technology As Parents Navigate Remote Learning
With the current COVID-19 pandemic changing the landscape of education, parents have begun looking for solutions for remote and hybrid learning options. Seeing…
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Gene Marks Talks Lessons From a Pandemic: “Cash is King”
In the words of Gene Marks, host of the Paychex Business Series podcast, “Cash is King.” Listen in as Gene kicks off season two and talks about the importance…
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Mark Cuban – More than a Shark, More than a Maverick
In this episode, you’ll get to listen in on Gene’s wide-ranging conversation with Mark Cuban, who owns the Dallas Mavericks and appears on the popular TV show…
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Understanding the Importance of Staying Compliant With OSHA Guidelines in a COVID-19 World
As businesses begin navigating the path of reopening, there is a lot for business owners and leaders to think about in the post-pandemic world. At the top of…
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A New Orleans Business Owner Survives Covid By Helping Others
The community members of the Lower 9th Ward in New Orleans were still recovering from Hurricane Katrina when COVID-19 hit. Just as many businesses began to…
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Celebrity Stylist Anthony Cristiano Talks Surviving the Pandemic as a Luxury Salon Owner
As the owner of a salon, Anthony Cristiano was not considered an essential business owner. So, when COVID-19 hit, he was forced to shut down his salon and…
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Surviving the Pandemic and Saving Jobs – How One Trophy Company Reinvented Itself Overnight
After laying off his entire staff, opportunity came knocking for Keith Baldwin, co-owner of Spike’s Trophies. In one simple call, Keith decided to turn his…
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Post-COVID-19, Is the Future of Businesses Online?
While COVID-19 caused the shutdown of many businesses, the e-commerce space saw a massive spike. As people were forced to stay at home, they turned to online…
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Interested in Buying a Business? President of BizBuySell.com Says Now May Be the Right Time
As businesses begin to reopen, many owners may be taking a serious look at the option of selling their company and move on. So, is now, during a pandemic, a…
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The Pandemic’s Bad Enough, but Try Being a Wedding Photographer!
The financial impact of COVID-19 is being felt by almost every business. But what if your chosen industry forces you to choose between turning down jobs, and…
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How a Cash Reserve, a Little Creative Thinking, and a Positive Attitude Helped One Marketing Company Survive COVID-19
It’s not always easy to keep a positive attitude, especially during times like this. But for Joy Gendusa, founder and CEO of the full-service marketing company…
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Looking to Sell Your Business? Bob House of BizBuySell.com Says Don’t Rule It out Because of the Pandemic
Whether they are looking to retire or have decided to move on from the increased complexities that have been brought on by COVID-19, there are many business…
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Get Creative With New Insurance Opportunities to Help Cut Costs During COVID-19
As businesses work to navigate the many challenges brought on by the COVID-19, finding ways to cut costs is top of mind for most. Insurance expert and Director…
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Post-COVID-19 Shutdown, the Key to Protecting Your Employees and Your Business is Clear, Well Thought Out Policies
Coming out of the COVID-19 shutdowns, business as usual is not what it once was. As companies start planning their reopening or begin bringing back employees…
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Why CPA.com’s Erik Asgeirsson Thinks the Coronavirus Pandemic is a Defining Moment for Accounting Firms
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, accounting firms have played a key role as advisors for their clients. For many firms this has been a defining moment…
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Robert Cresanti of the International Franchise Association Explains How Ingenuity and Strength Are Helping Franchise Owners Emerge From COVID-19
As the nation begins to come out of the current coronavirus pandemic, and businesses, including franchises, start to reopen, the true effects of the shutdowns…
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Jim Gaffigan is Playing the Long Game on YouTube
In this two-episode podcast, Gene Marks talks with comedian, actor, and independent business owner, Jim Gaffigan, about his experience with the current…
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How the Signature Dish From One City in Upstate New York Has Helped Jim Gaffigan’s Business Survive the Pandemic
In this two-episode podcast, Gene Marks talks with comedian, actor, and independent business owner, Jim Gaffigan, about his experience with the current…
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The Next Stimulus Bill is Coming Soon…How Will it Affect Your Business?
With two stimulus bills already passed, there is much talk over the possibility of a third stimulus bill. Thad Inge, Senior Manager, Government Relations for…
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Compliance ‘Trifecta’: Federal, State, and Local Laws Key in Reopening
As businesses make their way through the current coronavirus pandemic, the path to reopening can be a challenging one. Whether they have a Business Continuity…
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Everything You Need to Know About Last Week's PPP Changes
Since the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) application process opened on April 3, 2020, a lot has changed. Most recently, on June 5, President Trump signed…
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Why CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson Thinks the Paycheck Protection Program Has Been a Success
Signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act provides business owners with greater freedom for…
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For Small Businesses the Focus is on Customer Relationships Post COVID-19
As businesses begin to reopen, a legitimate concern for many owners is having enough customers to keep their businesses going into the future. Alice Bredin…
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IFA CEO Talks His Experience on the President’s Council for Reopening
Reopening businesses in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic is not an easy task. In fact, in order to provide direction to businesses on this, President Trump…
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CDC and OSHA Guidelines Provide Starting Point as Businesses Reopen
As businesses across the U.S. begin to reopen, there are a lot of rules and regulations that they need to be aware of to ensure they stay compliant. The…
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Alice Bredin Talks Optimism of Small Business Owners Amidst COVID-19
Optimism. With the current coronavirus pandemic, it’s hard to believe that any business, especially a small business, could use that word to describe how they…
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Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop: Planning for the Future Post-COVID-19
As states begin to reopen, business owners around the country are rethinking looking at what changes they will need to make. Beyond the requirements that will…
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Retro Fitness Founder: How to Leverage the Crushing Pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit and businesses were forced to shut down, it crushed the health and wellness industry. Now, weeks later, it’s time for those…
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Angie Hicks on Perseverance – the Key to Being an Entrepreneur
There’s no question that when it comes to opening a business there’s a lot to think about – what you want to do, how you are going to do it, who you will do it…
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Optimism, Resiliency, and the Future of Small Businesses
While all businesses are concentrating on maintaining customer relationships, managing business as usual, making sure expenses are paid, and focusing on sales…
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Restauranteur Danny Abrams Talks the Aftermath of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Just one week before the shutdown, Danny Abrams opened his newest restaurant in New York City. Since then, he has had to navigate the Paycheck Protection…
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The Ups and Downs Applying for Federal Funding During COVID-19
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Julie Wineinger, owner of Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop, has had her fair share of experience with applying for federal…