HR Imperial 2.0 Meets It's About Payroll: A Deep Dive into Payroll Evolution and Innovations

Welcome to an exciting episode of HR Imperial 2.0! Hosts Pete Tiliakos and Julie Fernandez are joined by Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II from 'It's About Payroll.' In this special swapcast episode, they discuss the evolution of payroll, the impact of AI and automation, challenges faced by payroll professionals, and the importance of advocating for the payroll industry. This engaging dialogue covers personal stories, industry trends, and expert insights, making it a must-watch for anyone in HR or payroll.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
01:48 Meet the Hosts and Guests
02:06 The Journey to Video Podcasting
02:33 First Impressions and Networking
02:52 Consistency and Growth in Podcasting
04:48 Origin Stories: How It All Began
06:36 Choosing and Staying in Payroll
08:51 The Evolution of Payroll Roles
11:36 Challenges and Innovations in Payroll
20:07 Community and Networking in Payroll
31:01 Payroll Networking and Conferences
31:36 Changes in Payroll Technology
34:17 Automation and AI in Payroll
36:11 Leadership and Influence in Payroll
38:30 The Future of Payroll
43:17 Fun Q&A Session
53:19 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off