
Designed for those who crave the inside scoop on everything from people to policy to profits, each THRIVE episode transforms complex business and HR topics into clear, actionable advice. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or an aspiring leader, this podcast is your go-to source for cutting through the noise and gaining a competitive advantage.
Episodes

Friday May 01, 2020
Andy Gargana Breaks Down the Employee Retention Tax Credit
Friday May 01, 2020
Friday May 01, 2020
Part of the Coronavirus Aid, Response, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the Employee Retention Tax Credit is available to qualified employers who are still paying employees during the current coronavirus pandemic. It allows the employer to take a refundable tax credit for up to 50% of up to $10,000 in wages paid for each employee. In the first of this two-part episode of the Paychex Business Series, Paychex Compliance Analyst Andy Gargana shares with Gene Marks what you need to know about the Employee Retention Tax Credit, including what it is, business eligibility, revenue qualifications, and more.
For more information regarding COVID-19 and your business, including workplace health, business continuity, payroll processes, health insurance, financial assistance, new legislation, and more, visit our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
When the coronavirus pandemic hit, business owners all over the country had to make some very difficult decisions including deciding to stay open or close; whether to keep employees, furlough them, or lay them off; and how to cover costs such as rent and utilities. Listen in as Gene Marks talks with Julie Wineinger, Owner of Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop about her experience over the past few weeks as a small business owner during the coronavirus pandemic. In Part 1 of this four-part series, Julie talks about her decision to close the doors of her sweet shop, how she handled employee layoffs, what she did to help those employees navigate the unemployment process, and more.
For more information regarding COVID-19 and your business, including workplace health, business continuity, payroll processes, health insurance, financial assistance, new legislation, and more, visit our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Monday Apr 27, 2020
COVID-19: Federal Loans During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
During this coronavirus pandemic, there are several federal loans available for small- and mid-sized business owners to help them during these unprecedented times. Founder of Team Turse, Matt Turse, shares his experience with the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Hear from him as he shares some tips with Gene Marks about applying to and receiving these loans to help his business during these uncertain times.
For more information regarding COVID-19 and your business, including workplace health, business continuity, payroll processes, health insurance, financial assistance, new legislation, and more, visit our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Everything you need to know about the Paycheck Protection Program
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
The Paycheck Protection Program – part of the Coronavirus Aid, Response, and Economic Security (CARES) Act – was designed to get cash out quickly to small- and mid-sized businesses that are struggling during the current coronavirus pandemic, and incent them to maintain or rehire employees and keep their wages high. Listen in as Gene Marks talks with Mike Trabold, Director of Compliance at Paychex, and learn about the specific features of the Paycheck Protection Program, including business eligibility, loan forgiveness, and more.
For more information regarding COVID-19 and your business, including workplace health, business continuity, payroll processes, health insurance, financial assistance, new legislation, and more, visit our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
COVID-19: Deferral of Employer Payroll Taxes
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
One of the provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, is the ability of employers to defer the employer portion of social security tax. Join Gene Marks and Bill Goselin, Compliance Analyst at Paychex, as they discuss what that means for employers, limitations, restrictions, and the impact of the Paycheck Protection Program.
For more information regarding COVID-19 and your business, including workplace health, business continuity, payroll processes, health insurance, financial assistance, new legislation, and more, visit our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
COVID-19: The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
The Family First Coronavirus Act (FFCRA) – enacted to help businesses deal with the coronavirus pandemic. Join Gene Marks and Tammy Tyler, Manager of Employment Law Compliance at Paychex as they discuss the paid leave portion of this act and how it affects your business and your employees.
For more information regarding COVID-19 and your business, including workplace health, business continuity, payroll processes, health insurance, financial assistance, new legislation, and more, visit our Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Monday Apr 13, 2020
COVID-19: The Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Monday Apr 13, 2020
Monday Apr 13, 2020
In this podcast, Gene Marks tells you what you need to know about the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. Find out what it is, who’s eligible, and what’s available. Listen in as he discusses what’s being offered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Visit our Covid-19 Help Center for more information on coronavirus and your business.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.