Plug And Pay - A Global Payroll Talk Show

"Don't be scared to change. Look at the opportunities, not the threats." In this live episode of #PlugAndPay from our recent webinar "The Role of Technology: Enabling Providers to Compete Better and Win More", we discuss evolving technology trends, the future of AI, and why Payroll Pros should embrace change not fear it 💪 Marc-Oliver Fiedler and Trevor Townsend are joined by Elmer van Lienen, Peter John Smith, Marnu Gouws, and Erwin Duijveman from Newtone for an insightful conversation about their future-ready Ignys platform (powered by Payzaar) and finding opportunities in market shifts & technological innovation.What to expect from this episode 👇🔄 Navigating changing client expectations⚙️ Using tech as a market differentiator💡 Empowering local providers for strategic thinking🤖 AI's potential for increased security and scalabilityThe future of payroll is already here! We hope you take away some insights from this discussion to implement into your own tech strategy for the year ahead!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Plug & Pay is BACK and we couldn't be more excited to welcome our first guest of Season 6! 🎉   In this special premiere episode, Marc-Oliver Fiedler is joined by Joe Ranzau, Global Workforce Transformation Leader & Partner at Grant Thornton, to discuss the importance of strategic leadership for the future of global payroll.What you'll find in this episode 👇👩‍💼 Types of executives and their payroll expectations🚧 Barriers to transformation (and how to overcome them)🏗️ Rebuilding payroll with flexible solutions⚖️ Independent voices guiding company decision-making🤖 AI in payroll, current realities & future possibilitiesJoin Marc & Joe as they explore how important business decisions made in the C-suite today will impact the role of payroll for years to come! With technology evolving faster than ever before, forward-thinking leadership will be crucial to staying ahead of the curve and navigating future adoption challenges.Payroll pros are ready for the challenge 💪 but do they have executive support?Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

"How can we work with the change rather than against it?"In this episode of #PlugAndPay, Fred & Frida aka Max & Angelique explore this important question as they share key takeaways from Payzaar's recent on-the-go event in Amsterdam and discuss the impact of Gen Z on the payroll industry.What to expect from this episode 👇🇳🇱 Recap of presentations + payroll fun in Amsterdam.👨🏻‍💼👩🏽‍💼 The next chapter in Fred (& Frida's!) payroll adventure.📗 Insights from our latest industry report.🤘 How Gen Z is rocking the payroll world!No matter what generation you're from, the future of payroll will be a collaborative journey! Will you work with it or against it? 🤨Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics! Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

"In the implementation world, the worst words in the English language are: This is the way we've always done it."In this episode of Plug & Pay, Marc and Max are joined by Karen Settembrino, a HCM product director at Alithya, to discuss best practices for organizations implementing new systems and key steps for ensuring compliance in a changing payroll landscape.What to expect from this episode 👇💚 Insights from a 45 year career in payroll📜 A payroll history lesson (punch cards!?)🛠️ Building an effective Request for Proposal🏃‍♀️ Keeping up with legislative changes👥 + Setting the next generation of payroll pros up for success!Join us as we explore how proper planning, diligent documentation, and total team alignment can ensure a successful (and exciting!) implementation process for any organization.Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Follow the story of Payroll Scrooge as he navigates a surprise trip from the ghosts of Payroll Past, Present and Future! 🔮Can they help him solve his payroll problems before payday, and revive his festive spirit? 🎅 Or will he be left with stress and errors on Christmas morning? 😬Find out in this year's Payzaar Production: A Payroll Christmas Carol! 🎄Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

"As payroll professionals, we are driven by innovation, empowered by technology, and strengthened by our networks."In this episode of Plug & Pay, Angelique and Max share the key takeaways from Payzaar’s recent on-the-go events in London and Barcelona, where the payroll community came together to share insights, strategies, and celebrate our passion for payroll!What to expect from this episode👇🇬🇧 Modernizing payroll services in London: Talent, compliance, technology & customer demands🇪🇸 Building connections in Barcelona: Case studies, industry trends & partnerships📊 Key takeaways from Issue #2 of Payzaar’s Global Payroll State of the Industry ReportCollaboration is key to navigating complexity in global payroll, we hope these insights inspire and empower you to innovate, strategize, and grow in your payroll journey!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

"I lean into the things that a lot of people might shy away from. And I do it with a smile and take it as a challenge."In this episode of Plug & Pay, Marc and Max are joined by Alice Nwoke, Director of Payroll at Sonova Group, to discuss the importance of leading with kindness and approaching change with excitement!What to expect from this episode 👇💼 Embracing the entrepreneurial side of payroll🛠 Fixing processes and challenging the status quo (with a 😁)🔀 Navigating career moves and workplace changes🎖 Establishing credibility on a new team🎉 + Tapping into the FUN of the job!Join us as we explore how enabling personal and professional growth can lead to surprising workplace innovations and launch payroll careers to new heights.Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

“Payroll is not a back-office function—it’s the heartbeat of the organization.”  In this episode of Plug & Pay, Angelique, and Max are joined by Cari Breitinger, Director of HRIS and Payroll at Belfor Property Restoration, to uncover how payroll can move beyond the stereotypes and build credibility through data and visibility!What to expect from this episode👇  🔁 Shifting payroll’s perception from transactional to operational  🙌 Empathy and ‘Moments that matter’ for today’s workforce  🌪️ How payroll supported field teams during hurricanes🐠 + lessons from Henry the goldfish?!  Join us as we explore how payroll can become a strategic driver of value, from supporting employees through tough times to shaping company culture. Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

“Dare to be ambitious and bold!” In this episode of Plug & Pay, Marc and Max sit down with Zsófia Láng, Global Payroll Process Performance Manager at SLB, to explore the intricacies of leading a large-scale global payroll transformation across 100+ countries.What to expect from this episode👇🔄 Aligning payroll transformation with long-term business goals⚖️ Balancing the delicate act of standardization vs. flexibility💡 Key takeaways from Zsófia’s transformation journey🤖 How GenAI is set to reshape payroll🤷 Asking why 5 times?! (and other lessons from chocolate sandwiches!🍫)Join us to discover insights to inspire and prepare you for your payroll transformation!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Change is the only constant—so why not embrace it? In this episode of Plug & Pay, Marc & Max are joined by Deborah Piacitelli, Global Payroll Leader at Zimmer Biomet, to talk all things career change in the world of global payroll.What’s in store for you this episode?👇 🔄 Transitioning between roles in payroll—what to do and what not to do 🚀 Onboarding like a pro: Tips, punchlists, and best practices 🤝 Adapting to new cultures and building trust 🕵️‍♀️ Channeling your inner payroll Colombo!… and lots of special shoutouts, including Judy Hamilton, Nathan North, Nick Day, Moksha Haack, and Debbie’s entire team!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Episode 46: The WHY and WHERE of Global Payroll - With Khizar Imran"Start with the why!" - That’s exactly what we do in this episode of Plug & Pay! Solo-host Max is joined by Khizar Imran, Manager of Payroll Services EMEA at Tetra Pak, to share insights on:🌍 The WHY: Payroll’s purpose and strategies that will "stick like a tattoo!” 💉📍 The WHERE: Payroll hubs and balancing centralization & local needs  ✅ Standardization: Exploring challenges and the 80/20 rule🔄 Discussing Hybrid & SPOC Models - “Theres no right way to do it, but theres a hybrid way to do it”Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

“If you are the smartest person in the room, then you are in the wrong room.”  ~ ConfuciusIn this episode of Plug & Pay, Marc & Max sit down with Pablo Ortiz, Senior Payroll Manager at Ubisoft, and get practical AND philosophical about how you can always be on the up in your payroll career.What to expect from this episode 👇🌱 Navigating career growth (with realistic insights!)🌐 Building your network, both internally and externally🎓 Lifelong learning through conferences and community.💡 Inspiring quotes that have shaped Pablo’s career journey (like the one above!)… Plus, an unexpected guest appearance 😱 and much more! Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

‘Bring the best of payroll together’ with Max & Angelique! 🤝 Kicking off Season 5 of Plug & Pay, we share the highlights from our recent Global Payroll networking event in Dublin 🇮🇪 packed with insights and transformative stories including:📋Takeaways from 3 client case studes: Fagron - Celine Caveye, Paycheck Plus - Brona Grogan, and Mercury Engineering - Rob Falkner📈Tops tips on achieving efficiency, scalability, and compliance through strategic payroll transformations 💼 Fred’s Story Chapter IV (LIVE form Dublin): Find out if his business case was approved, the a big change in his career and why THE SHOW MUST GO ON! 🕺🎶Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

🎶 It's the final countdown! 🎶 In this episode we react live to the Top 5 mic-drop moments from the past two years of the Plug & Pay talkshow! 🎙️Join Angelique and Max as they reminisce on stand-out discussions, highlights, and bloopers 😜 from our favorite episodes!🔮 Look into the Future of global payroll: Gen AI and interactive payslips🎉 How to find fun in your career and keep the human element in payroll💼 Boosting your internal payroll brand (with insights from Shrek and Donkey!)😱 GLOBAL PAYROLL APOCALYPSE! 🎬  Imagine a movie where all global payroll professionals went on strike for a month?! Tune in for a trip down memory lane of Plug & Pay - The must-listen talk show for payroll professionals everywhere! ✨Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Join us for another episode of Plug & Pay, live from Warsaw! In this special edition, Angelique & Max unpack the latest insights from our Global Payroll networking event, including: 👀 A sneak peek from our Global Payroll industry report📖 Fred’s story - Chapter III (The audit! 😱)✅ Key takeaways for improving your operations in 2024Plus, exclusive insights from our guest speakers on elevating Global Payroll strategy and emerging tech trends. 📈 (And even a little boogie from our good friend Fred! 🕺)Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

“It’s not only about best in breed, it’s also about best for your business.” 👏In the latest episode of the #PlugAndPay talkshow, we sit down with Lara Smart, Global Payroll and HR transformation leader and Consulting Director at LSC group, to discuss modern, flexible approaches to transformation–which give businesses back the power!What to expect from this episode 👇🍕 Two-pizza teams and decision-making🧩 One-size never fits all - A hybrid approach🤼 Bringing payroll to the front line in transformation🌐 Open source models democratizing the payroll landscape⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The Payroll Hangover’ - Coming soon to cinemas near you Join Marc, Max & Lara for an insightful discussion and top transformation tips on how to achieve flexibility the ‘smart’ way! 😉Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Skills, Strategies, and Surprising Connections! 🔗 In this episode Angelique and Max sit down with #GlobalPayroll leader Pierre Thenes, to chat about his new consultancy Payroll Flow, and discuss the recent poll results on ‘The most crucial payroll skills!’ 📊🕵️ Sherlock - Detailed-focused👊 Fred - Status-quo breaker🧙‍♂️ Frodo - Curious and Adventurous🤖 C-3PO - Communication MasterJoin us to find out which ones were the top-voted top 🔝and much more including:🦁 Which skills are transferable from Global Payroll to a Kenyan park ranger?🖨️ Using a printer and a ruler for Input vs Ouput reconciliation!⁉️ A game of quick-fire ‘This or That’ questions👩‍🎤 …and even some Taylor Swift!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Last week we celebrated #WomensDay2024 💜 but at Payzaar we want to celebrate the powerful women in payroll all year round! 💪 Today we are celebrating with Yuqi Wang, Global Payroll Manager at Wayfair. In this episode:🤥 Breaking down myths and stereotypes about payroll professionals🚶‍♀️ Advice on a journey from Talent Management ➡️ HR ➡️ Payroll🗺️ Navigating cultural nuances and standardizing processes⚖️ Balancing local service with central technology 😱 Stocks or stealing?!(Listen to the full #PlugAndPay to find out about that last one!😉)Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

With over 50 years combined experience in Global Payroll 🤓 our hosts Marc and Max, and special guest Joe Mathew, Director of Global Payroll at Spectraforce Technologies, deep-dive into payroll excellence in this episode - You won't want to miss it! 💪 Best practices for efficient global payroll operations🌍 Regional insights and nuances in payroll management👥 Cultivating inclusive cultures in global teams🎓 Expert advice for aspiring payroll professionalsJoin us for advice, insights and to share our #PassionForPayroll in this episode of #PlugAndPay 🎙️Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

What a special episode this is! Not only are we shooting live from our Global Payroll networking event in Amsterdam, but also our beloved payroll pro 'Fred' is back! 🕺Wonderfully narrated by Payzaar's Max van der Klis-Busink, this episode follows the story of Fred as he finds himself faced with a payroll pro's worst nightmare... a data breach! 😭So with the help of global payroll consultant Pierre Thenes, the guests at our live interactive session, and YOU our listeners - Can we help save Fred from the payroll inferno 📛 and get his business case approved? You won't want to miss this episode if you like: fun, payroll, or top tips on getting your next business case approved 😉Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

In this live episode we discuss how technology is a multiplier–not a substitute, and answer the question: Why will payroll always need humans?Marc and Max are joined by special guest panelists:🌟 Sharon Tayfield, Director of Global Payroll Services at BDO🌟 Kira Rubiano, VP of Global Payroll Operations at Atlas To share their perspectives on the role of AI and technology in Global Payroll operations 🌐Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

New year, New Season of Plug & Pay! 🎉 And this time, Max and Angelique are joined by Edoardo Riina, EMEA Regional Payroll Manager at Verifone, to discuss his ideal changes for the payroll landscape in 2024 and Beyond! 🚀💪 Discover Edoardo's insights on optimized processes, positive changes, and plans for enhancing accuracy and efficiency🌐 Deep dive into effective payroll leadership and how to foster a unified culture across a global workforce🙌 Discuss how to 'Become the change you want to see' in your payroll profession!For fresh perspectives on global payroll resolutions, you won't want to miss this one! 🎧 Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

✨ In this festive Plug & Pay episode, Marc and Max chat with Angela Wagner, VP of Global Payroll at Pearson, about her top 3 Christmas wishes for payroll pros:1. Global payday overhaul2. Revamped EWA (Earned Wage Access) tech3. Leadership-driven payroll parityJoin us to discuss all these things, as well as Angela's insights on overcoming payroll transformation challenges.  and some festive payroll fun before the holidays! 🎄Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Join Max and Angelique in another bitesized episode, live from Barcelona! This time we reveal the results of our latest poll on global payroll controls standardization 📊 Are you meeting the benchmark? In this episode we discuss why standardization is a key to being audit-ready, enabling control automation, and maintaining local nuances on a global scale! 🌎 Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Get ready for the reveal of the recent poll results on payroll errors! From poor data quality to smart controls, we dissect the payroll community's insights, Max shares some actionable tips for a improving accuracy and those vital KPIs.  💪We also discuss budgeting challenges for payroll, the power of modularity, and how risk mitigation is related to waking up late for school! ⏰Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Get ready to discover how CIPP is shaping the future of payroll, both locally and globally! 🌎In this episode, Marc and Max sit down with Jason Davenport, CEO of CIPP, the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals, to explore the #ChoosePayroll movement and the unique opportunities it offers for career development.We also tackle the ins and outs of payroll bureau management and the UK's prominent role in the global payroll arena post-brexit.Whether you're already a payroll pro or curious about getting into the world of payroll, this episode is a must-hear!👂Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

The poll results are in! 📊 And this week Angelique and Max will be discussing your responses and comments on 'accommodating changes after payroll cut-off' - Strict, lenient, or a grey area? Perhaps it's not a black-or-white decision... 🤔We also discuss 'If age really matters when it comes to experience?' (Does Max still get ID'd at the supermarket?), and do payroll professionals like to party? 🥳Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

What happens when payroll is approved, but then you discover an error? 😬 Angelique and Max are back with another episode of Plug & Pay where Max shares his experiences and advice on tackling this common payroll predicament!Join us to discuss the latest developments in global payroll and find out how YOU can be part of our next episode! Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Take a peak into the day to day life of a payroll professional in the first episode of Plug & Pay's new weekly series, with Angelique and Max! 🎙️In this bite-sized episode, we dive into challenge of data preparation, using data (of course) from our latest poll on unique data sources.Join us to find out the poll results, discuss how data preparation has changed over time, and look into the crystal ball at what it could look like in the future! 🔮Tune in every week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with future polls and suggest future discussion topics.  🎧Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

How does payroll fit into the wider organization? And what role can it play in driving business value?To discuss these questions and more, Marc and Max sat down with Sylwia Korhonen, Senior Global Payroll Transformation manager at Fresenius Medical Care, who shared her expert insights with us in this ✨ transformational ✨ episode.Join us whilst we talk about the potential to deliver more value, why payroll can't thrive in isolation, better internal alignment enabling better business cases, how labeling during transformations can be a strategic success... and even a mention of Shrek? 😱Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

In this live episode, Marc and Max were joined by three guests, Christopher Fürste, Rita Stappaerts, and Pierre Thenes, to discuss how to bring global payroll into the 21st century.The discussion was wide ranging, covering vendor models, payroll branding, and even topics like AI, robotic process automation, and how to create a culture of innovation in your team.Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Building a compelling business case for #payroll transformation is essential to get stakeholder buy-in for your change initiative.But despite everyone understanding this, payroll change initiatives are still extremely hard to get off the ground.So, for the last episode of this season of #PlugAndPay, we have invited a real expert to share his best advice on how to build an effective business case for #PayrollTransformation.Our guest is Pierre Thenes, Global Head of Payroll at OLX Group. Pierre is an experienced global payroll leader and has worked on transformation initiatives both on the provider side and leading in-house payroll teams. Having walked the walk many times, Pierre brings great insight into the how's of getting a payroll transformation project off the ground, such as how to manage your stakeholders and get buy-in, how to align with other departments so they support your initiative, and how to execute and make the project successful.In this interview, he shares his best tips and tricks for building a project that will achieve internal approval and overall success 🚀Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Time for a brand-new episode of #PlugAndPay... ...and the first one featuring our hosting dream team: Marc-Oliver Fiedler & Max van der Klis-Busink 🔥🔥On this occasion, the pair discussed all the fun that can be found in a #payroll career with Sarah Chasney. An experienced Payroll & HRIS senior leader, Sarah's enthusiasm and energy granted her a #PrismAward for Management Best Practices –namely, ensuring accurate and timely payroll every cycle while guaranteeing a fun experience for her team members at all times!If, as a #GlobalPayroll leader, you're looking for ways to improve your team's experience, you'll find much inspiration in her words!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

This time, our #PlugAndPay guest is a professional who has worked extensively in #payroll transformation and process improvement for some very large, well-known companies... and can tell us all about the most common obstacles organizations run into when facing these kinds of processes –and how to overcome them!We're talking about none other than Steve Batten, Senior Manager of People Advisory Services at EY, who in this conversation, offered a whole guide of practical, actionable insights on how to get #payrolltransformation started and carry it out successfully until the end.Don't miss out!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

This one is a very special episode, as our guest of honor is none other than our very own Trevor Townsend🤓A seasoned professional after decades in the #payroll industry, we know few people more passionate than him about #paytech and how to use technological innovations to improve #GlobalPayroll professionals' lives.We invited him to join us in discussing how technology is currently impacting payroll folks' work, which innovations will transform this industry's landscape shortly (and how)🔮, and also to share a few secrets on what it is like to be an entrepreneur in the payroll environment🤫 –this is an episode you cannot miss!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

From how #payroll can become a competitive advantage, an important differentiator from a talent acquisition perspective......to the technology VS services dichotomy in #GlobalPayroll......or how risk aversion might be hindering Payroll's progress,no (payroll) stones were left unturned in our conversation with Pete Tiliakos during episode 21 of #PlugAndPay!After a three-decade career in the industry, Pete is renowned for his extensive knowledge of the Payroll and HR spectrums –who better than him to discuss with us the past, present, and future of this field, the impact of #technology in it, and how to take it further?This is, for sure, an episode you don't want to miss!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Time for a new episode of #PlugAndPay... can you believe we've already reached number 20?🎉On this occasion, we were lucky enough to have Bart van der Storm as a guest! After working in #payroll-related fields for over two decades, Bart used his experience and extensive industry knowledge to start Payrollminds.Having seen A LOT thanks to his diverse roles as a payroll consultant, few know better than him what #GlobalPayroll leaders need to do to make sure they are setting up their organizations for success, the most common issues that might come in their ways, and the secrets of the best-running global payrolls🤫Not only was this a thrilling discussion –it was full of actionable insights that will help you get a fresh point of view over your own set-up and identify those areas of improvement that can help boost your payroll operation🚀Don't miss out!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Time for a new episode of #PlugAndPay... but, this time, we're not talking payroll😱Or not exactly, at least! Rather than focusing on payroll processes, improvements, or technological trends, on this occasion we wanted to discuss something we deem vital for this industry's progress: the career development of #payroll professionals.We had a great chat with Paul Kirwan, EMEA Payroll Manager at Tenable, to round up a good list of advice and actionable insights that all payroll leaders can apply to boost their team members' careers ever further.Check it out, let it inspire you, and let's keep building the payroll leaders of the future together🚀Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

We are very excited to kick off a new year of #PlugAndPay with our second live episode!This time, we discussed the future of the #payroll industry (with a big focus on technology 🤓) with two experts on the matter, Thomas Otter, seasoned HRTech investor and General Partner at Acadian Ventures, and Anita Lettink, HRTech and Future of Work thought leader, speaker, and advisor.We were also joined by Trevor Townsend, co-founder of Payzaar. Trevor has been in payroll on the provider side for a long time, and his spicy takes definitely contributed to sparking a great discussion.We talked about the changes experienced by this industry in the last few years, but mostly what's to come in the future, what current trends will be taking off, and their impact on payroll professionals' roles and skillsets.Don't miss out!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Time for the last episode of #PlugAndPay of the year! 🎉And we couldn't finish the 2022 chapter of our talk show on a higher note, as few people embody the concept #passionforpayroll more than our guest for this episode, John Lestock.After an established career in domestic #payroll, John had his "AHA" moment when he started learning about the differences in processes, laws, and regulations in other countries.He was immediately captivated --so much so that he decided to switch gears fully, joining the #GlobalPayroll team at Boeing!We discussed with him the differences between local & global payroll, which learnings he carried over when he changed his career path, and what this experience has taught him so far --a thrilling episode showing that passion is, no doubt, the main ingredient in a career in payroll!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Time for a new episode of #PlugAndPay!On this occasion, we looked into today's #payroll vendor/tech landscape by the hand of none other than Anita Lettink.An accomplished HR & Payroll #Tech advisor, and recent author of 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘺𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘭 📖, Anita helped us analyze where we are today (and how we got here), look into the maturity of this category, and even predict what the future looks like 🔮All in all, a thrilling discussion --don't miss out!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

On this occasion, we sat down with Iggy Svoboda, whose vast experience, combined with great curiosity and undoubted passion for #payroll, gives her a very interesting perspective on the industry and how to take it further (spoiler: #tech has a big role on that 🤓).Check out this episode if you'd like to hear more about:▪️ Why more payroll people should be "payroll technology people"▪️ How does a payroller find herself on a corporate jet? ✈️▪️ Is there a lack of alignment between providers and practitioners in this industry?▪️ What's missing from the market nowadays that would make payroll people's lives easier▪️ What will the future of payroll technology look like?▪️ What's harder: getting the crowd to dance as a DJ or getting payroll right? 🕺...and much, much more!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

For #Halloween🎃, we have asked some #PlugAndPay guests to share their scariest #payroll experiences... and you can bet they have some really bloodcurdling ones😱😱😱Watch our Payroll Horror Stories at your own risk --we take no responsibility for your nightmares 😈**With special thanks to our #horrorguests Nick Day, Rob Falkner, Alisha Marigoni, Jaco van der Merwe, and Iggy Svoboda👻Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

On episode 14 of #PlugAndPay, we touch upon a topic that we deem essential for the future of this industry: #payroll education📚To discuss the current state of payroll #training and its evolution, and assess the resources at hand and the impact of data and technology in the industry (spoiler: it's a great one, and it's here to stay!) and how to prepare professionals to make use of these assets, we have invited an expert on the matter: Tim Kelsey, who has been contributing to the development of payroll professionals' skills for over a decade.Don't miss out!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

It's no secret that at Payzaar we like to talk payroll #processes --and it looks like we've met our match with Katinka Sleyffers😍An experienced Global Payroll Consultant, currently working at Payrollminds, our guest for episode 13 of #PlugAndPay parts from a "process-driven mindset" that allows her to see developments and opportunities for the global #payroll departments she contributes to. We thoroughly enjoyed discussing🔸 How to boost efficiency so that your processes work for you (instead of against you!).🔸 What can be done to ensure smooth collaboration between different departments and stakeholders.🔸 Payroll's position as a goalkeeper 🥅 and why it shouldn't always be so.🔸 Why she sees Payroll as a self-standing department with a lot to say in the business.🔸 How an issue in her payslip drove her to start investigating and, eventually, develop a great passion for this industry.Don't miss out!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

After more than a decade in the industry and thanks to his great passion for payroll, Jaco van der Merwe (AKA The Payroll Pundit) has developed a keen eye for spotting new ways to elevate the role of payroll within the business.In this episode of #PlugAndPay we talk precisely about that: how payroll can generate value for the organization and graduate from its traditional role of a back-office, cost-containment function, finally receiving the recognition it deserves......but we also discussed things such as what he does when he is "all payrolled-out" or which are the biggest satisfactions of his job.Check it out!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Long hours and short deadlines are payroll's bread-and-butter, but is too much being asked of #payroll professionals?There seems to be an increasing number of payroll professionals suffering from burnout --is it due to an increased workload in the post-pandemic environment? Or is it a case of professionals becoming more aware of their mental health needs, and more willing to put their foot down and practice self-care?Does the payroll industry need to start making changes to better protect its own? and if the answer is yes, what would need to change?We couldn't think of a better topic to kick off the second season of #PlugAndPay (and our first-ever live stream!).We'll be trying to answer these questions and many others in a conversation featuring three experts from different branches of the payroll world:→ Annemarie Verwaaijen (Vice President of Global Payroll and Equity at Visa),→ Melanie Pizzey (CEO at the Global Payroll Association (GPA)),→ Callum Dudrenec (Senior Consultant at JGA Recruitment Group).Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

And, just like that, we've reached the end of #PlugAndPay's first season!To close this first stage of our #payroll talk show until September, we have decided to switch gears... with the help of the great Max van der Klis-Busink, who this time plays the host role!🤓After a whole season of watching him ask all the questions --it's time to put Marc-Oliver Fiedler in the spotlight so we can learn more about who he is, why he chose #globalpayroll as an industry, and what inspired him to become an entrepreneur... and to finally find out whether he listens or not to Celine Dion when he needs to focus!How will our host do when it's his turn to provide the answers? Don't miss out on ✨Plug And Pay - The Season Finale Special✨ Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Our guest on this occasion is Ioana Sirbu, Senior Payroll Manager at Tenable.Ioana defines herself as "the kind of professional that looks outside the box and likes to go further than her day-to-day responsibilities", an attitude that has led her to be involved with various #payrolltransformation projects throughout her career.It was particularly interesting to find out which learnings she has taken from all those experiences, including:🔸 Dealing with change when it becomes a full-time job... on top of your full-time job!🔸 Spearheading a transformation project while "still flying the old payroll plane" ✈️🔸 Picking the best vendors and solutions based on your needs -present and future.🔸 Being the best possible payroll leader for your team so that they can be their best selves🦸...and much more!Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/

Episode 7 of #PlugAndPay is out and it's a special one. This time we had a chat with the one and only Gerard Hall, better known as ✨That Payroll Guy✨... face to face during our visit to Las Vegas for #PayCon 2022!Gerard is one of the most recognizable voices in payroll, and over the years he has become a spokesperson for payroll people, spreading the message on the value of payroll and raising awareness and appreciation of the profession.We really enjoyed hearing his perspectives on:🔺 How he became a payroll evangelist.🔺 How the perception of payroll is changing🔺 The superpowers of payroll professionals & how to shine the spotlight on them 🔺 What does the future of payroll look like?...and much more, such as what he'd be doing now if he wasn't a payroll pro – can you guess?Tune in to Plug & Pay every other week on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts, and connect with Payzaar on LinkedIn to get involved with polls and suggest future discussion topics!https://www.linkedin.com/company/15232099/