It's About Payroll

It's About Payroll

Payroll Demystified

Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan III are the hosts of It’s About Payroll. Collectively, they have over 4 decades of experience in the payroll industry. This podcast was created with the intent of sharing their knowledge and attracting new talent to the payroll industry.

You can access their LinkedIn profiles.

https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/escobarbrian

https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/william-duncan-477051187

Reviews:
The Untold Story of OysterHR's Payroll Innovation with Matteo Bordin Innovation
It's About PayrollFebruary 09, 2025x
142
00:37:01

The Untold Story of OysterHR's Payroll Innovation with Matteo Bordin Innovation

Ep 142: Innovations in Global Payroll - Interview with Mateo Borden, VP of Product at Oyster In this episode of 'It's About Payroll', hosts engage in a conversation about football, the challenges faced by NFL teams, and current events. This leads into an insightful interview with Mateo Borden, the V...

24 or 26 Paychecks? The Payroll Debate Every Pro Needs to Hear!
It's About PayrollFebruary 09, 2025x
144
00:50:10

24 or 26 Paychecks? The Payroll Debate Every Pro Needs to Hear!

In this week’s episode, Brian and Walt dive into one of the most frequently asked payroll questions: Should you pay employees 24 or 26 times a year? Tune in as they weigh the pros and cons of each pay cycle—from budgeting challenges and cash-flow considerations to employee satisfaction and complianc...

Navigating Hybrid Work and Payroll: Insights and Strategies
It's About PayrollFebruary 02, 2025x
143
00:45:27

Navigating Hybrid Work and Payroll: Insights and Strategies

Welcome to Episode 143! In this episode, we dive deep into hybrid work models and their impact on payroll. We discuss the complexities surrounding time tracking, overtime for hourly employees, compliance issues across different states, and the challenges of ensuring equitable pay. We also introduce ...

Why regular audits matter in Payroll
It's About PayrollJanuary 26, 2025x
139
00:47:50

Why regular audits matter in Payroll

Join us for Episode 139 as we dive into the importance of payroll audits! In this episode, Walt and Brian discuss the various facets of payroll audits, including common and uncommon audit types, cultural sensitivity considerations, the impact of remote work, and cybersecurity risks. They also explor...

AI in Payroll: Dreams, Expectations, and Realities
It's About PayrollJanuary 19, 2025x
141
00:44:17

AI in Payroll: Dreams, Expectations, and Realities

Welcome back to 'It's About Payroll' for episode 141! In this engaging discussion, Walt and Brian delve into the exciting topic of AI in payroll. They discuss what they want from AI, such as voice commands, proactive auditing, and more. They also highlight the importance of improving employee experi...

Under the Table No More: The Payroll Scandal That Rocked New York!
It's About PayrollJanuary 12, 2025x
140
00:32:11

Under the Table No More: The Payroll Scandal That Rocked New York!

In Episode 140, we dive into the intriguing world of payroll crime with a case of negligence in New York. Hosts Brian and Walt discuss the legal ramifications of not withholding taxes, the importance of payroll compliance, and ways to prevent such crimes. Additionally, they share a lighthearted conv...

Shocking Payroll Predictions for the New Year—Are You Prepared?
It's About PayrollDecember 30, 2024x
138
00:35:22

Shocking Payroll Predictions for the New Year—Are You Prepared?

https://www.timetrakgo.com/signmeup?utm_source=SMB24&utm_medium=IAP&utm_id=SBM24 5 HR Predictions for 2025: This article explores key predictions for HR in 2025, including the centrality of growth in engagement strategies and the strategic implementation of AI. Read more here https://www.businesswir...

Year-End Reflections: Season 11 and 2024 Recap
It's About PayrollDecember 22, 2024x
137
00:30:02

Year-End Reflections: Season 11 and 2024 Recap

In episode 137 of 'It's About Payroll', the hosts kick off with some motivational advice to stay consistent. They discuss their highlights from the past year, share insights on tax fraud demographics and the implications of tax season, spotlight the HR solution Homebase, and give a shout-out to Time...

Critical Year-End Payroll Tasks: What You Need to Know NOW
It's About PayrollDecember 15, 2024x
136
00:39:55

Critical Year-End Payroll Tasks: What You Need to Know NOW

In this episode, Esco and Walter continue their journey to the 200th episode by diving into critical year-end payroll tasks for 2024 and discussing the integration of AI in payroll processing. 1. **Introductions and Catch-up:** - Esco and Walter kick off the episode reflecting on their journey and c...

"Unpacking the LEAF Framework with Mark Mears"
It's About PayrollDecember 08, 2024x
135
01:34:49

"Unpacking the LEAF Framework with Mark Mears"

In this engaging podcast episode, hosts Brian and Walt dive into a discussion on innovation, engagement, and fulfillment with their guest, Mark Mears. Mark, a seasoned business leader with over 20 years of experience at top-tier companies, introduces his book 'The Purposeful Growth Revolution: Four ...