Payroll Professional Confidence Index: Elevating Payroll's Role in the C-Suite w/ Pete Tiliakos

Welcome to Episode 148! Dive into a deep conversation with Pete Tiliakos, a renowned expert in payroll and HR technology. This episode covers strategies on engaging executives with payroll data, explores the impact of AI on the industry, and discusses the importance of ROI in payroll operations. Pete introduces the Payroll Professional Confidence Index and its role in changing the narrative around payroll's significance. Additional topics include the Paychex and Paycor merger and financial fitness tips. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion aimed at transforming the payroll landscape! 00:00 Introduction: Connecting with Executives 00:10 Casual Catch-Up: Personal Updates 02:02 Financial Fitness Challenge 04:46 Guest Introduction: Pete Tiliakos 06:12 Industry News and Updates 10:18 Time TrakGO Ad 12:43 Discussion: Payroll Professional Confidence Index 14:49 Maximizing ROI in Payroll 15:44 Year Two: Progress and Participation 16:12 Insights from Last Year's Results 17:13 Defining ROI and the Five Pillars of Modern Payroll 21:51 Encouraging Young Talent in Payroll 25:50 Impact of AI on Payroll 28:40 Final Thoughts and Call to Action http://payrollinfluences.com (Company) Pete Tiliakos - Take the 2025 PPCI survey today!!! http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hr-payroll-2-0/id1643933833 - Pete & Julie always have great things to say! https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/itsaboutpayroll?selected=DIRED8848986882 - Tune in to our IAP episodes here! Links & Resources for Payroll New Update https://www.rippling.com/blog/payroll-mistakes  https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250227135815/en/Paychex-Announces-Expiration-of-HSR-Waiting-Period-for-Paychex%E2%80%99s-Acquisition-of-Paycor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices