Becky Foster - Clark Schaefer Strategic HR

In this episode, Matt interviews the seasoned HR expert, Becky Foster from Strategic HR, and this conversation has it all. They delve into a range of pressing topics, including the growing influence of internal HR departments, the increasing demand for HR support in mid-sized companies, the trend of more accounting firms adding HR services to their repertoire, the impact of remote work on different generations, I-9 audits, and the verification process for remote workers. They also discuss how payroll and HR folks often find themselves navigating the gray areas of compliance. The conversation takes an interesting turn as Becky shares her early experiences in the world of payroll, starting with her first job at Kings Island. She reflects on how these early encounters shaped her expertise in risk management, enabling her to provide valuable guidance to managers and CEOs. She also compares the role of HR at company being very similar to that of a position coach guiding the head coach and coordinators with personnel decisions. This podcast is brought to you by Payroll Partners.