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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.

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7 Key Reasons Why Small Businesses Need HR

For some employers, HR may sound like something only larger companies need. But the reality is, once you hire employees, you’re managing responsibilities around compliance, payroll, workplace policies, employee relations, hiring, retention, and more. And if those responsibilities aren’t handled carefully, they can create real risk for the business. [01:35] What HR Really Means for Small Employers…

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Turning Resilience into a Business Strategy

Introducing Grit & Wisdom, a new mini-series from HR{preneur} by ADP®, where small businesses are invited to share their experiences of the grit it takes to succeed and the wisdom gained along the way. In this episode, hear from Tamara Fisher, founder of Right Way Permit Services, Inc., about how resilience is often less about having all the answers and more about refusing to give in when…

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State-Mandated Retirement Plans: What Small Business Employers Need to Know

In this episode of HR{preneur}, we break down state-mandated retirement plans, including who they impact, what’s required, and how to choose between state programs and your own plan. We’ll also cover key compliance risks, and how to turn retirement benefits into a strategic advantage. Whether you’re navigating new rules or refining your benefits strategy, this episode can help you move forward…

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Personnel files: Best practices to help you manage risk and compliance

Maintaining personnel files may seem straightforward, but a misstep can create compliance gaps and risk for small businesses. Join us as we cover some best practices for managing employee records and review common pitfalls to avoid. [00:43] Personnel file maintenance: An essential HR practice [02:18] What should and should not be stored in personnel files [04:41] Employee access and state‑specific…

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7 keys to reducing absenteeism & tardiness this summer

When employees miss work or arrive late consistently with little notice, it can lead to burnout, declining morale and productivity, and even safety concerns. At the same time, employers have to balance those business needs with legal requirements and the fact that employees may need time off when unforeseen circumstances arise. Join us as we discuss ideas for reducing absenteeism and tardiness…

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How to run effective small business meetings

A well-run meeting can help you make key decisions, find answers to work challenges, and share important information with employees. However, poorly executed meetings can quickly become unproductive. Here are some strategies to help small businesses maximize business meeting productivity: [00:57] What is a strategic meeting? [02:16] How to determine stakeholders and attendees [04:40] How to craft…

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Memorial Day pay and time off requirement myths...busted

Memorial Day is an annual federal holiday held on the last Monday in May to honor military personnel who died in service to the country. Oftentimes, an employer may have questions surrounding this holiday. To help you manage your responsibilities, listen in as we cover some facts and myths about Memorial Day. [00:46] Pay requirements [01:36] Exempt and nonexempt differences [02:14] Pay premiums…

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The fundamentals of furloughs

Furloughing employees can help cut costs during times of decreased business activity. However, an employer should carefully evaluate the decision and consider its impact on pay, benefits, morale, and other factors. Here are the fundamentals of employee furloughs. [00:51] What is a furlough? [01:50] Planning a furlough [02:31] Notice requirements [03:14] Pay requirements [06:59] Benefits and…

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3 lesser-known HR trends you should know

New employment laws and regulations continue to add employer requirements and employee protections for 2026 and beyond. To help you comply with your responsibilities, join us as we cover three lesser-known HR trends that you should be aware of. [00:53] Evolving laws [01:30] Veterans’ services and benefits posters [03:56] Restrictions on credit history [06:58] Stay-or-pay laws This content is based…

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Understanding unemployment programs and tax rates for small businesses

Part of running a small business is understanding federal and state unemployment programs and the factors that can impact unemployment taxes. To help you learn more, join us as we cover key items small business owners should know about unemployment programs and unemployment tax rates. [00:45] Unemployment Insurance [02:07] Unemployment eligibility requirements [07:22] Federal Unemployment Tax Act…

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