Implementations, First Payrolls and W-2 Anxiety! This episode dives into all things that occur in January from go-lives to processing payroll to reviewing and shipping out W2's. Listen in to get some in-depth insight on hard earned lessons and the emotional toll of it all.

I am excited to be at episode 50!!! This year has been nothing but amazing and I express that here where the discussion is around gratitude and having the right people in your corner that are trustworthy. I also reflect on some past episodes to show my appreciation for a few of my amazing guest.

Our host, Tiana Neal, teams up with hosts of the HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete Tiliakos and Julie Fernandez to dive into the everchanging world of HR! We talk about embracing AI, how life comes back full circle, and discuss what our take is on some recent news articles.

We are back again with HR Talent leader and Transition coach Debbie Morris! This episode we talk about how to overcome a layoff and how simple walks or allowing yourself to rest and grieve this change is so important.

HR Talent leader and Transition coach Debbie Morris joins us to talk about how she defines, Wellbeing at Work. We dive into the importance of belonging, impactful initiatives and C-Suite buy-in.

HR Executive Sue Dunlap from HitchHR provides us with her expertise on how to win the retention game by designing the right packages, non-traditional benefits that goes along way and how to stabilize a workforce during uncertain times.

Operations, Supply Chain and poste-Merger & Acquisition integration expert, Ryan Beverly, joins this episode giving us insider details on the behind the scenes of M&A. We dive into how putting leadership and culture first is most critical when an M&A is in play.

Jocelyn King, CEO of VirgilHR, joins us to talk about her software and how important compliance is in HR. We dive into real world consequences when compliance is not followed, how we as leaders can embed compliance in our processes and Jocelyn gives some personal advice for anyone looking to step into the tech space.

Honigman Attorney James Reid joins us this episode to take a deep dive into not only the history of MESTA but also the newest upcoming October 1st, 2025 deadline for small businesses. He also gives us much needed insight on AI, Non-Compete and Record Retention policies.

David Noe from Payroll Partners and host of the podcast SpeakEasy HR joins us this episode to give him insight on the importance of the employee experience, common mistakes that employers make and how career mobility can play a positive role with employees.