HR{preneur}® by ADP®
From main street to your street, the HR{preneur} podcast by ADP is centered around helping small businesses like yours gain the knowledge you seek — from HR, payroll and hiring, to time, taxes, benefits and insurance. We’ll bring the experts to you, answer your questions and help you think beyond today — so you can discover more success tomorrow.
Episodes
Monday Aug 21, 2023
7 myths about the minimum wage … busted
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Employers have many important responsibilities, including compliance with federal, state and local minimum wage requirements. Unfortunately, myths that have developed about the minimum wage can make compliance even more difficult. To help you separate fact from fiction, we’ll debunk seven common myths related to the minimum wage. Listen in as we cover:
[0:37] Core requirements of the minimum wage
[2:17] What to pay when there are conflicting minimum wages
[3:04] Is pay based on employer location or employee location?
[3:52] Pay for nonproductive time: travel, training, rest periods
[4:58] Deductions for uniform costs and cash shortages
[6:46] Pay requirements for tipped employees
[7:50] Salaried employees and the minimum wage
Copyright © 2023 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (August 2023).
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Height and weight nondiscrimination laws
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Several jurisdictions have enacted, or are currently contemplating adding, greater protections against height and weight discrimination for applicants and employees. Join us as we discuss height and weight protections in the workplace and break down what employers need to know. Listen in as we dive into:
[0:51] Protected characteristics
[2:07] Federal protections
[4:02] Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
[4:52] Covered jurisdictions
[6:39] Impact to employers
[8:24] Exceptions
[9:33] Employer next steps
Copyright © 2023 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (August 2023).
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Vacation vs. paid sick leave vs. PTO: What are the differences?
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
A growing number of states and local jurisdictions are passing laws requiring employers to provide paid leave to employees. The laws are evolving so frequently that it can be hard to keep up with what’s required and what’s not. In this podcast, we’ll answer questions on vacation, paid sick leave and paid time off. Listen in as we cover:
[0:38] Where is paid vacation required?
[2:09] Are use-it-or-lose-it policies for vacation allowed?
[3:54] Where is paid sick leave required?
[5:26] Does paid sick leave have to carry over to the following year?
[5:58] What is a Paid Time Off (PTO) policy?
[8:50] What are the advantages/disadvantages of a PTO policy?
Copyright © 2023 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (July 2023).
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Independent contractors and an independent workforce can help a business grow and scale quickly when needed. But there are risks that business owners and operators must properly evaluate. Today, we dive into the misconceptions as well as the key requirements to provide helpful guidance on how you can leverage this workforce to meet business goals. Listen in as we cover:
[0:51] Navigating independent contractor classification and requirements
[2:46] Are independent contractors critical to business success?
[3:34] Should you have a policy specific to independent workers?
[4:43] Technology and guidance on platforms that can help manage contractors
[7:43] How can contractors support DE&I within organizations
Copyright © 2023 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (June 2023).
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
100th episode: Business insights & compliance guidance for the path ahead
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Since HR{preneur} kicked off four years ago, the world has been through a lot of change, and small businesses have had to navigate their own set of obstacles. We are proud of all that the small business community has accomplished, showing agility and innovation in the unknown.
As we celebrate our 100th episode, join us and our guest Jim Sperduto, President of Small Business, Retirement and Insurance Services at ADP to reflect on what our clients and small business owners have learned in the past few years. We also discuss current areas of focus, including attracting and retaining talent, and raise awareness of important compliance requirements. We are doing this to share knowledge and to help you shape the path ahead. Listen in as we cover:
[0:44] Lessons learned: Looking ahead & why HR matters
[3:24] Key items for business owners: Pay transparency & more
[4:31] Top hiring challenges & ways to help your hiring odds
[9:02] Small business advantages: How to compete with larger companies
[10:59] Paid leave programs & their rapid expansion
[12:07] Trending: Minimum pay requirements
[13:09] The importance of prioritizing people
Copyright © 2023 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (June 2023).