SMB Matters is a quick-hit micro-podcast providing top-of-mind commentary from TriNet experts on the latest trends and topics impacting small and medium-size businesses.
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The PeopleForce Podcast takes a fresh look at the entrepreneurial journey on the path to success. Host Michael Mendenhall, TriNet SVP/CMO/CCO, interviews dynamic business leaders as they share their insights on how they got there, plus their viewpoint on today’s business trends.
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At Tech IT Out, we’re on a mission to demystify the ever-evolving world of information technology. But we’re not stopping there—we’re adding a dash of humor and practical insights to the mix. Because let’s face it: tech talk doesn’t have to be dull or intimidating. 🎧 Who’s It For? Whether you’re an IT professional, a small business owner, or simply a tech enthusiast, this podcast is for you. We’re here to empower our listeners by providing the knowledge and tools they need to confidently nav ...
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Why Employee Engagement Is Good for Business
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Ira Gottlieb, Divisional Vice President of Communications at TriNet shares some tips on how to communicate with your employees to ensure they’re engaged with your mission and vision, and why it matters.By TriNet
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In this episode, Jimmy and Brendan delve into cloud services and how they revolutionize storage, backups, and data protection for businesses of all sizes. Get in touch asktrinet@teamtrinet.com 248-946-5885 - leave a voicemail or send a text - be sure to mention Tech IT Out Team Trinet - Business First #IT #CloudStorage #OneDrive #JustTheTipOfTheWee…
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Growing a Business on People’s Cravings for Sweet Heat
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Michael chats with Mike Kurtz, founder of Mike’s Hot Honey, who tells his story about growing his product from a one-person operation, personally bottling each product by hand, to a $30 million business that is expanding to Canada, the Middle East, east Asia and Brazil.
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John Burcu, a Tax Credit Manager at TriNet Clarus R+D talks about the importance of backing up your eligibility for a federal research and development tax credit with the right documentation.By TriNet
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Jimmy and Brendan discuss some of the most practical ways companies and individuals can enhance their relationship with cyber security and protect themselves from cyber threats. Listen as we discuss CS best practices from Security Awareness courses to identifying phishing email attempts! Get in touch asktrinet@teamtrinet.com 248-946-5885 - leave a …
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Navigating Political Discussions in the Workplace
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With 2024 being Presidential election year, workplaces may have employees who are politically active or outspoken. Mike Kraft, Managing Counsel, Business Conduct and Ethics at TriNet discusses tools that employers can use to ensure that this political season will not negatively impact their workplace.…
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Welcome to Tech IT Out! In this episode, we explore the essential IT considerations for remote work, covering minimum requirements for a productive home office setup and expert insights on maintaining a secure digital workspace. Gain practical tips on crafting complex passwords and enhancing your cybersecurity, whether you're a seasoned remote work…
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Building an Ice Cream Empire with a Beat-up Truck and a Few Good Friends
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Michael sits down with Ben Van Leeuwen, co-founder and CEO of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, who shares his journey from driving an ice cream truck to growing a million-dollar ice cream business. His recipe is simple: make a delicious product with quality ingredients, top it with excellent service, but most important is a healthy dose of perseverance.…
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R&D Tax Credits for Any Industry: Find Out if Your Business Qualifies
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Essie Baird, Sr. Partner Account Executive for TriNet Clarus R+D talks about industries that you might not think of that could save thousands of dollars annually in taxes by way of the federal research and development tax credit.By TriNet
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Dafni LeFlore, Director of Enterprise Risk Management at TriNet discusses how businesses can help preserve Black History and can create a more inclusive and thriving entrepreneurial landscape.By TriNet
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Jordan Peck, CPA and Senior Tax Credit Analyst at TriNet Clarus R+D, discusses the top three myths that might be holding businesses back from claiming federal R&D tax credits.By TriNet
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Tom Rose, Senior Vice President of Customer Success and Operations at TriNet on the important preparations businesses should take for the start of 2024.By TriNet
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Benefits 101: Considerations for Choosing the Right Plan
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Wendy Hoskinson, Director of Benefits Communications for TriNet discusses why smart consumerism of healthcare from A to Z can lead to healthier, more engaged workforce.By TriNet
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Tom Rose, Senior Vice President of Customer Success and Operations at TriNet highlights some of the things SMBs should consider as we near the end of 2023, including preparing for accurate payroll taxes and Form W-2s.By TriNet
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Understanding the Secure 2.0 Act and Retirement Benefits
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Catherine Martini, Lead Compliance Consultant at TriNet shares some significant developments that are affecting the retirement landscape.By TriNet
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Understanding the Essentials of Enterprise Risk Management
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Jennifer Wendel, Executive Director of Risk Management at TriNet talks about the importance of Enterprise Risk Management, which focuses on identifying, assessing, and managing risks across an organization.
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Becoming a Trailblazing CEO, Debunking Corporate Myths and Inspiring the Next Generation
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Michael talks with Jane Miller, author and CEO of Rudi’s Bakery, on her rise from running a billion-dollar business to growing a purpose-driven startup. She shares 30+ years of wisdom bringing brands to life, building first-class teams and being true to oneself.By TriNet
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Expect the Unexpected: Preparing for a Crisis Before it Happens
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TriNet’s Crisis Communications Director Lundyn LaFleur provides key tips to consider to help protect your company's brand, reputation and workforce during a crisis.By TriNet
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Ethics Economy: Why Ethics and Culture are Key to Driving Business Success
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TriNet’s Chief Compliance Officer Doug Riegelhuth on how businesses with highly advanced ethics and compliance cultures are getting ahead.By TriNet
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SMB Matters with Daniel Harris: Recognizing and Celebrating Black-Owned Businesses
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Daniel Harris, Director & Senior Counsel of Government Relations at TriNet talks about the distinct needs and value of Black-owned businesses in America.By TriNet
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An Immigrant’s Mission to Lead Social Change through Financial Self-Sufficiency
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Michael chats with José Quiñonez, CEO of the nonprofit organization, Mission Asset Fund, on what motivated him to take on his cause, the struggles he faced and the successes he has seen in leading social change by building financial self-sufficiency.By TriNet
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Michael sits down with the co-founders of JOAN Creative—Lisa Clunie, Chief Executive Officer, and Jaime Robinson, Chief Creative Officer, to discuss diversity, the role of data and AI in the creative process and how they named their agency after powerful women in history, art and music.
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The Poetic Design of Getting Babies to Sleep Safely and Saving Lives
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Michael sits down with Dr. Harvey Karp, Co-Founder and CEO of Happiest Baby to discuss his work enhancing child well-being with innovative techniques to help fussy babies sleep better. Dr. Karp is the inventor of SNOO, the world's first smart sleeper for infants that aids in sleep, and most importantly, helps prevent sudden infant death syndrome.…
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SCOTUS Affirmative Action Decision and the Future of DEI
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Annmarie Liermann, Senior Counsel for Employment at TriNet talks about Supreme Court affirmative action decision and how it may relate to running a business.By TriNet
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How a Curious Harvard Student Turned Brain Surgeon Became an Inventor of Life-Saving Neurosurgery Technologies
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Dr. John Adler, Jr., CEO and founder of Zap Surgical Systems joins Michael to discuss his pathway to revolutionizing image-guided radiation therapy. Dr. Adler, world-renowned for inventing the first and only fully robotic radiotherapy device, shares how technology-based neurosurgery treatment is paving the way for the future of brain surgery.…
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Five Steps to Recognizing and Addressing Mental Health in the Workplace
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Rachel Sufczynski, Senior Benefits Communications Specialist for TriNet talks about simple strategies that can positively impact the mental health of you and your employees.By TriNet
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Inspiring Others to Be Unabashed and Unafraid
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Michael chats with Dr. Brook Parker-Bello, Founder and CEO of More Too Life about her foundation and how she got involved in preventing sexual violence and human trafficking. Dr. Bello discusses how her acting career and life experiences led her to inspire people to be unabashed in being their authentic selves and to be unafraid to speak loudly if …
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Dive Into Data and Drive Your Business Forward
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Jay Venkat, Chief Digital and Innovation Officer for TriNet, breaks down five ways that data and analytics can be a huge enabler for small and medium-size businesses to gain a competitive advantage.By TriNet
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Navigating the Metaverse: The ABCs of AI and ChatGPT
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TriNet’s Chief Technology Officer Jeff Hayward discusses how new and existing technologies can help drive business value and productivity.By TriNet
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Cyber Security Insight: Protecting Your Business from Digital Disaster
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TriNet’s Chief Security Officer Timothy Torres talks about the rapid explosion of cyber-attacks on small and medium-sized businesses, and some of the steps that are necessary to protect your business from cybercrime.By TriNet
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Prioritizing Privacy: Safeguarding Your Data
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TriNet’s Chief Privacy Officer Lisa Waggoner on why data privacy is paramount to maintaining a successful business and the importance of protecting the privacy of the information you collect.By TriNet
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Hidden Money: Demystifying the R&D Tax Credit
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Clarus R+D Divisional Vice President of Tax, Monika Diehl discusses the many ways SMBs can save significant money through the use of the R&D tax credit.By TriNet
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Stop-Start-Continue: Key Considerations for Your Business
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TriNet’s Executive Vice President, Business Affairs, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary Samantha Wellington discussing how SMB leaders can stay engaged with employees following unprecedented workplace changes over the last three years.By TriNet
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Being a Buffalo: Using Purpose-Driven Culture to Charge the Storm
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Michael Mendenhall, TriNet's SVP/CMO/CCO, chats with Charley Humbard, Founder and CEO of UP Entertainment on how he built an entertainment company that positively impacts people's lives. Charley discusses the role culture plays, his company’s pandemic shift and what it means to be a buffalo.
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Finding Success at the Intersection of Creativity and Data
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TriNet’s Michael Mendenhall discusses creativity and data with Drew Stein, CEO of Audigent. Drew has successfully founded, built and runs businesses in advertising, production, music, entertainment, branding and technology and he shares with us how people and virtue are key to success.By TriNet
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Shifting Grounds host and #1 New York Times bestselling author, Keith Ferrazzi, discusses the recent mental health awakening with Alexi Robichaux, CEO and Co-Founder of BetterUp, the human transformation company and inventor of virtual coaching. Learn how the new paradigm shift in worker well-being starts with leaders who can respond to burnout mor…
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Shifting Grounds host and #1 New York Times bestselling author, Keith Ferrazzi, explores what it takes for leaders to be purpose-driven with Tori Lyon, CEO of the Jericho Project. Learn the critical lessons of building an employee-led blueprint for change by harnessing your purpose.By TriNet
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Living, Managing and Leading with Agility
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Shifting Grounds host Keith Ferrazzi weighs the implications of agility and transformation with Jorg Heinemann, CEO of EnerVenue. Hear how the ability to think and act quickly plays a key role in driving and democratizing the clean energy revolution and how these lessons apply to other innovative businesses.…
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How Leaders Build a System of Looking Around Corners
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Shifting Grounds host Keith Ferrazzi and guest cohost Kian Gohar, tackle an aspect of business that has alluded many— foresight. Together with Chris Hyams, CEO of Indeed, they examine the importance of looking forward, recognizing opportunities and challenges, and when necessary, pivoting operations.…
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Building Business Resilience Through Commitment to the Team
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Shifting Grounds host Keith Ferrazzi discusses tools for creating high performing teams with David Champion founder and CEO of Maya Health. Keith and David examine how setting the stage for a shared commitment among your team requires empathy, integrity and vulnerability as a starting point.By TriNet
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Reinventing How We Work and Maximizing Remote Collaboration
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Shifting Grounds host Keith Ferrazzi discusses reinventing the way we work and maximizing remote collaboration with Mariano Suarez-Battan cofounder and CEO of MURAL. Keith and Mariano take a deep dive into how the old ways of working have been rooted in industrial-era thinking and how to effectively use radical adaptability in today’s workplace.…
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The New World of Work with Keith Ferrazzi
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TriNet Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer / Chief Communications Officer, Michael Mendenhall interviews Shifting Grounds host Keith Ferrazzi on the new world of work and how to harness collaboration, communication and radical adaptability to achieve transformative outcomes. TriNet USA, Inc. is sponsoring a Shifting Grounds Book Sweep…
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