THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast

In this special episode of the Paychex Business Series podcast, Gene Marks sat down with Paychex President and CEO, Martin Mucci, at the recent Paychex Business Conference 2021 to discuss the business outlook and what it all means for companies like yours. Listen in as they talk about what he’s seeing on the labor front, what the future may hold for supply chain, new ways of attracting employees,...

In this pandemic, small businesses continue to struggle with funding, reliable employment, and lack of technology to compete with larger corporations. As a member of the small business committee, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald recognizes these issues and is sponsoring the Microloan Transparency and Accountability Act to ensure their future. Hear as he speaks with Gene Marks on the importance of SBA...

The conversation of inflation is definitely in the air, but what exactly is driving it, what are the inflation expectations, and what are the predictions for the next few months and years? Gene Marks is talking with Chief Economist of Moody’s Analytics, Mark Zandi, about just that. Listen in as Mark talks about the impact of inflation, interest rates, the national debt and more, on your business,...

As the new ranking member on the Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship, Senator Rand Paul sees firsthand how policies affect the working community. Listen in as he speaks with Gene Marks on the unseen aspects of raising minimum wage, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the PRO Act. While these policies intended for workers sound beneficial, learn why they may actually discourage...

The Women’s Bureau, part of the Department of Labor, is the only federal agency mandated by Congress to work exclusively on issues that affect women in the workplace and represents their needs as wage-earning women in public policy process. Wendy Chun-Hoon is the Director of the Women’s Bureau, and she recently talked with host Gene Marks about what employers need to know. Listen in as she discuss...

Veteran unemployment was a national crisis in 2011. Hiring Our Heroes has helped our Veterans and their spouses, connecting them with businesses of all sizes for free. In this episode, Gene Marks explores with Eric Eversole, President of Hiring Our Heroes, the ins and outs of employing a diverse workforce that is focused on problem solving and teamwork. Learn how Hiring Our Heroes have created opp...

Hear answers to your most asked questions about the COVID Employee Retention Tax Credit with Andy Gargana, Senior Federal Compliance Analyst at Paychex. The Employee Retention Tax Credit has been extended through the end of 2021. This episode will dive into your most asked questions, including how to interpret the new law, eligibility criteria for your business, and how it is calculated even if yo...

Mental health has increasingly become a hot topic, especially as it relates to work and the workplace. According to Dr. Krystal Lewis, a Clinical Psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), happier employees leads to more productivity and a happier workspace. But it doesn’t stop there. Just as important is the mental health of you, the business owner. Listen in as she talks to...

Formerly a businessman himself, Congressman Tim Burchett, the U.S. Representative for Tennessee’s 2nd congressional district, has made it a priority to help business owners in any way that he can. With the introduction of three bills, the Opportunity Zone Extension Act, the Microloan Transparency and Accountability Act, and the Prison to Proprietorship for formerly Incarcerated Act, Congressman Bu...

The past 15 months have been tough on our entire country. From our physical safety to job uncertainty, isolation to financial stress – people have had to carry a lot on their shoulders. But what does that mean for you as a business owner? A lot says Dr. L. Casey Chosewood, from the Centers of Disease Control. Dr. Chosewood says that by focusing on the Total Worker Health of your employees, you can...

Cathleen Swody, Founding Partner and Director of Assessment from Thrive Leadership, talks with Gene Marks about ways employers and employees can improve their mental health with re-entry into the workplace and in a virtual work environment. Hear what she has to say about opening lines of communication, the mental health benefits you can offer to employees, and why business owners should also take...

Energy efficiency has long been a topic of conversation. Couple that with how the current COVID-19 pandemic has brought the importance of air quality within a building, there’s a lot for business owners to think about. Listen in as Gene Marks talks with Wade Conlan, Commissioning and Energy Discipline Manager at Hanson Professional Services, Inc, about creating a safe physical working environment...

When you hear PayPal, you may instantly think e-commerce. But according to Peggy Alford, Executive Vice President of Global Sales for PayPal, the company is helping businesses of all kind – both online and offline – to create a seamless commerce journey. Listen in as she talks with host, Gene Marks, about changing consumer expectations, how PayPal is helping businesses go global, and more. Resourc...

When it comes to infectious diseases and infection prevention, Saskia Popescu, is an expert. As an Assistant Professor in the Biodefense Program at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University, Saskia knows the incredible impact that infectious disease can have on society – whether it be on a pandemic, or on a smaller scale. On this episode, Saskia is talking with host Gene...

As America starts reopening and vaccinations start ramping up, Paychex Small Business Employment Watch shows a significant increase in job growth in March, the highest rate seen in eight years. Curious about what this all could mean for employment in the small business sector? Gene Marks speaks with Frank Fiorille, VP of Risk, Compliance, and Data Analytics from Paychex, to dive into the current t...

Goldman Sachs saw the large impact that the small business community has on the U.S. economy and on our communities, and decided to launch the 10,000 Small Businesses program, a philanthropic initiative that provides education, capital, and support services. Eleven years since it’s launch, the program has just over 10,000 graduates. Listen in as Joe Wall, Managing Director of Government Affairs at...

What started out as a “side job” for Kat and Jethro Gilligan Toth, quickly turned into a focus for both. Their “Box of Oddities” podcast, has reached nearly 10 million views in just 2 years. Listen in as Kat and Jethro talk with host Gene Marks about how they came up with the idea, what they’ve done to market their podcast, how they are using social media, the importance of networking, and tips fo...

Historically, black-owned businesses have faced a unique set of social, financial and policy challenges that have created disparities that are difficult to overcome. That’s why the Philadelphia 76ers along side of David Gould, Chief Diversity and Impact Officer, have made a commitment leveraging their organization to help these businesses succeed. Listen in as David talks with Gene Marks about the...

With the signing of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 by President Biden on March 11, 2021, there have been some changes and additions to tax credits that business owners should know. On the third episode of this three-part series, Andy Gargana, Senior Federal Compliance Analyst at Paychex, is talking with Gene Marks about everything you need to know when it comes to tax credits under the third...

On March 11, 2021 President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 into law. This $1.9 trillion stimulus bill includes modifications and changes to the Paycheck Protection Program and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). Listen in to part two of this three part series as Gene Marks talks with Paychex Compliance Analyst, Connor Mykins, about the expansion of these two programs and w...

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the $1.9 trillion stimulus bill, also known as the America Rescue Plan Act. In this first episode of a three part series, host Gene Marks is talking with Senior Manager of Government Relations for Paychex, Thad Inge, about everything you need to know. Hear about the updates to the Paycheck Protection Program, the Economic Injury Disaster Loans, th...

If you are a small business owner, a 401(k) plan is within your reach. Your business is never too small to offer a 401(k).  With costs for starting a 401(k) for you and your employees at an all-time low, now is the time to give it another consideration. Gene Marks sits down with Daniel Notto and Meghan Jacobson from J.P. Morgan to simplify federal incentives, which can help make a 401(k) obtainabl...

Andrew Zimmern started off working in the restaurant industry when he was 14 years old. Today, he is one of the most knowledgeable personalities in the food world. Andrew has spent his career learning everything he could about the restaurant business and industry – from the kitchen and operations all the way to marketing and policy. Now, he’s talking with Gene Marks about the state of the industry...

When Ron “Boss” Everline decided to open a gym, he never realized what an impact he could make on individuals’ lives. That’s when he realized that training people was his calling in life. Now, 11 years later, Ron’s company Just Train, has over 1 million followers on Instagram. Listen in as he talks about, why he chose Instagram over other social media platforms, how he’s used it to help authentica...

With COVID-19 changing consumer buying behavior, small businesses have had to pivot quickly to meet customers where they are. For small business owners, how do you know if you are making the right decision when considering offering online payments or upgrading your payment technology? In this episode, Gene Marks tackles these tough questions with Leslie Pearce, Senior VP of Inside Sales at Fiserv....