Best Paychex Inc Podcasts (2024)

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Small Business Employment Watch, Other Sources: Jobs Available, Qualified Candidates Are Not 7:13

3d ago7:13

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The Paychex Small Business Employment Watch reports that employers keep adding jobs, although the pace is slowing. A report by the National Federation of Independent Businesses shows employers have solid hiring plans but nearly 40% failed to fill open positions – with 85% saying they had no qualified applicants. Another report says businesses are f…

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New Final OT Rule: What Businesses Must Know about Compliance 16:25

11d ago16:25

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With the U.S. DOL's New Overtime Rule taking effect July 1, FLSA-covered employers across the country are subject to the rule's updated salary thresholds for Executive, Administrative, and Professional white-collar exemptions and HCE employees. The DOL is, however, temporarily restrained from enforcing the rule against the state of Texas, as an emp…

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Education Missing on Job Postings, Taxing Unrealized Gains, and the Best and Worst Business States 8:57

17d ago8:57

8:57

A study from job posting platform Indeed shows that 70% of postings in U.S. this past year did not include years of experience and education. Gene Marks shares insights on this trend, including that on-the-job training seems to be the preference. This episode also looks at the potential of an increased tax on small businesses based on a Supreme Cou…

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Strategic Succession Planning: Secure Your Family's Business Future 36:58

19d ago36:58

36:58

American Crane in Pennsylvania is a perfect example of succession planning done right. President and CEO Karen Norheim shares the ins and outs of how the company she co-owns with her sister maneuvered from her late father to his daughters, and how they are now supporting and fostering the third generation. In her conversation with Gene Marks on Pay…

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CA Offers PFL Grants, Sales of Small Businesses Up, and NY to Outlaw Restaurant Reservation Bots 8:06

25d ago8:06

8:06

Some employers in California can get some financial help to cover the expenses of having workers out on Paid Family Leave under a new grant program that offers up to $2,000 per employee. Gene Marks shares details, as well as spotlights the recent increase of the sales of small businesses – noting that it is an excellent way for the next generation …

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Recruitment Innovation: Dice.com Leverages Job Postings for Tech Hires 29:19

27d ago29:19

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What should an effective recruitment site have to draw interest from the top technology professionals? Gene Marks has a conversation with Art Zeile, CEO of the established recruiting platform Dice to find out more. Zeile shares insights on including culture and other aspects of your company to create a better picture for potential candidates, as we…

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DOL’s Overtime Rule, Increase in Job Growth, Capital Loan Program, and Businesses Not Offering 401(k) Plans 10:43

1M ago10:43

10:43

Gene Marks delves into various key topics in this episode. He starts by discussing the impact of the Department of Labor's new overtime rule, effective from July 1. The rule not only adjusts financial thresholds for overtime pay eligibility but also emphasizes fair compensation across industries, urging businesses to align with these new norms. Vie…

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Redefining Small Business Operations in the Digital Age 33:24

1M ago33:24

33:24

With technology evolving at lightning speed, small businesses are increasingly looking towards artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to streamline operations and foster growth. Irana Wasti, chief product officer at BILL, joins this episode of the Paychex THRIVE podcast to shed light on this trend. She highlights the transformative potential t…

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AI: Principles of Well-Being for Policies, a Google Rollback, Level the Business Playing Field 9:01

1M ago9:01

9:01

Artificial intelligence is everywhere, so much so that the U.S. Department of Labor issued principles for developers and employers on worker well-being. Basically, as Gene Marks explains, this is a roadmap to create policies that offer protection and benefits in the deployment of AI at work. Why? Well, look at Google rolling back some features afte…

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CA CPA Spotlight: CalCPA CEO Says Learn from Tech, Change, and the Next Generation 29:35

1M ago29:35

29:35

CalpCPA President and CEO Denise Froemming discusses the dynamic shift of the accounting profession and inroads being made to attract the next generation of savvy workers, including how to align the image of what a CPA could be more closely with the values of Gen Z. She shares with host Gene Marks on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, the reason f…

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Strategies for Today's Markets: Adapting to the New Investment Landscape 32:39

1M ago32:39

32:39

On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, Gene is joined by investment guru Lyn Alden, founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy. They delve into the complex world of the stock market and examine the tactics needed to make successful investments. From using the traditional 60/40 portfolio model to selecting individual stocks to evaluating cryptocurrency, L…

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OSHA Walkaround Rule Challenged, Secret PTO, and a Proposed Six-Day Workweek 8:40

2M ago8:40

8:40

Some small businesses have brought a lawsuit against OSHA and its Walkaround Rule, objecting to an inspection policy that they call an overstep onto private property and something that doesn’t advance worker safety. Gene Marks tackles the subject, as well as a new trend called secret PTO by employees and what he calls the foolishness of a proposed …

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NY CPA Spotlight: Innovation and Recruitment Mark the Future of Accounting Profession 29:57

2M ago29:57

29:57

Calvin Harris has one of the most geographically and economically diverse state accounting professional societies to oversee as CEO of the New York State Society of CPAs. He brings his diverse experiences to the role, emphasizing building relationships and partnerships while stressing key factors such as harnessing and leveraging AI to reinvent the…

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Matt Egan on the Latest Market Trends: Interest Rates, Inflation, and Meme Stocks 33:02

2M ago33:02

33:02

With the Dow soaring to a record-breaking 40,000 and the market doubling from its COVID lows just four years ago, the current financial climate is buzzing with potential. Gene is joined by CNN Business Reporter Matt Egan to discuss this and other hot market topics on this week’s episode of Paychex THRIVE. Matt shares the impact a steady rise in the…

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Prenatal Paid Leave in N.Y., a Shift in Job Openings, and Visa Looks to Fewer Credit Cards 8:13

2M ago8:13

8:13

New York has done what no other state in America has, but what will offering 20 hours of prenatal paid leave to employees – on top of other leave time they are entitled to under the law – mean to employers? Gene Marks has a few thoughts on the topic, including that this might become a national trend. Job openings are down one-third since 2022, but …

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Florida CPA Spotlight: How Will Specialization and AI Shape Accounting Profession? 43:30

2M ago43:30

43:30

CEO Shelly Weir discovered that her notions of what CPAs were like differed from who they actually are when she came to the Florida Institute of CPAs. Putting aside the “number crunchers” concept, she has leaned into their strategic and critical thinking skills and their people-person approach to help revamp educational efforts to the next generati…

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Worker Classification 101: What Business Owners Need to Know 30:14

2M ago30:14

30:14

This week on Paychex THRIVE, class is in session with Shefali Milczarek-Desai, a distinguished scholar and associate professor of law at the University of Arizona. She joins Gene to explore the complex subject of worker classifications as understanding its intricacies is more than a compliance exercise — it's an operational necessity. Shefali provi…

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NJ CPA Spotlight: Raising Awareness, Building Talent Pipeline to Unlock Potential of Next Generation of CPAs 34:36

2M ago34:36

34:36

Aiysha “AJ” Johnson, CEO and Executive Director of the New Jersey Society of CPAs, says raising awareness at an earlier point in the education process is key to creating a successful pipeline in the accounting profession. The validation of that choice comes when individuals realize the many avenues a CPA can take to help any business in any industr…

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Changes to SBA Loan Process, Pet Bereavement Leave, and Gen Z Eyes the Trades 8:23

2M ago8:23

8:23

A revamp of the lending structure has some people praising a more streamlined process to get an SBA loan, while others are mad at the additional complexities involved. Regardless, Gene Marks says SBA loans are still a great way to go for small businesses seeking funding. A study finds that pet bereavement leave has many advantages – recruitment, th…

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AI Policy and R&D Tax Credits: Empowering Businesses 33:35

2M ago33:35

33:35

On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Indiana) joins host Gene Marks to discuss the role of lawmakers in fostering AI innovation, its security, and risk mitigation. Senator Young dives into the bipartisan AI policy work he’s currently conducting in the Senate; sharing how this collaborative approach and thoughtful legislatio…

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Hourly Earnings Growth Increases, Credit Card Usage Up, Employees Prefer Small Businesses 9:25

2M ago9:25

9:25

A nearly two-year trend in deceleration of hourly earnings growth ends as the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch shows a 3.34% increase in April. Gene Marks highlights other data from the report that business can use. One thing businesses are using more of is credit cards, and Marks says that if done properly, that’s OK, especially with high i…

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Texas CPA Spotlight: AI’s Impact, Expanding Role of CPAs, and Diversity in the Accounting Profession 31:50

2M ago31:50

31:50

Jodi Ann Ray, CEO of the Texas Society of CPAs, talks about the efforts of TXCPA to create a better pipeline in the accounting profession that faces gaps with an upcoming retirement wave, including leveraging AI and other technology to drive growth and expand the advisory role of CPAs. She also acknowledges the need for more diversity and inclusion…

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The Potential for Employee-Owned Businesses in the AI Era 35:43

2M ago35:43

35:43

On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, distinguished labor economist and Harvard professor Dr. Richard Freeman joins host Gene Marks to navigate the future of work in an era of rapid technological advancement. With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and significant shifts in labor economics, the debate around employee ownership becomes more relev…

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Some Non-Competes Invalidated, Final OT Rule, and Net Neutrality is Back 8:08

2M ago8:08

8:08

Federal agencies got on a roll last week by announcing three new regulations that will change how businesses deal with protecting proprietary information, handling overtime and the classifying of exempt and non-exempt employees, and the use of broadband services. Gene Marks shares some thoughts on each of these pocketbook issues and how businesses …

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PA CPA Spotlight: Accounting Firm Challenges – Modernization, Talent Gap, and More 31:12

3M ago31:12

31:12

Jennifer Cryder, CEO of the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs (PICPA), spells out some of the challenges facing CPAs and their firms, largely around hot having clients understand the value of a CPA’s advisory role and sometimes a CPA not grasping the idea that they are advisers. The accounting profession, like almost all industry sectors, faces issues…

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A Future Fueled by AI: Major Shifts in the Labor Market 33:32

3M ago33:32

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Quickly evolving technology such as artificial intelligence coupled with changing labor dynamics have altered the workplace. Labor economist and MIT professor David Autor delve into these two critical areas in his conversation with Gene Marks on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, to help the audience understand the shifting trends impacting busine…

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Starters Buying Businesses, Tipping is Tiring, and What is the Best State to Open a Business? 9:29

3M ago9:29

9:29

Looking to start a business? The trend is to buy a business rather than start from scratch, and a recent report shows small-business acquisitions up 10% from the previous year and 3% in the last quarter. Some experts say new borrowers are accepting high interest rates as normal. And if you’re opening a business, another survey found Ohio has all th…

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Texas Restaurant Association CEO Dishes on Membership Value, Tipping, and Childcare Initiative 35:42

3M ago35:42

35:42

President and CEO Emily Williams Knight helped guide the Texas Restaurant Association and its tens of thousands of members through the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to advocate for legislation that will help restaurants thrive. She shares stories about the industry association’s efforts on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, to educate and benefi…

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Small Business Confidence Lags, Prep for New OT Rule, and West is Best for Women Owners 9:16

3M ago9:16

9:16

Who wouldn’t take an 88.5 on a test? It’s passing. Sadly, the National Federation of Independent Small Businesses Optimism survey isn’t a test – and 88.5 is not great. In fact, it is the 27th straight month that the survey has shown less than optimistic results. Gene Marks takes a look at what might be causing the steady dip, plus he talks about ho…

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WNBA Drafted a Business Pioneer and Advocate for Women Leaders 34:21

3M ago34:21

34:21

Cathy Engelbert has shattered a few glass ceilings in her career – first woman CEO of Deloitte and first WNBA commissioner – while still battling the gender imbalance in leadership roles. She shares her journey with Gene Marks on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, starting with her formative years, her decision to be a working mother while strikin…

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Midwest Tops in Job Growth, Help Wanted in Manufacturing, and CA Disconnects 7:58

3M ago7:58

7:58

If you’re in the Midwest, job prospects have ticked up slightly – the first increase in 2024 – and every region has seen growth in all but one industry, according to the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch. Gene Marks also highlights a study on manufacturing that points to a massive gap in the next decade of qualified and trained workers, espec…

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Economic Growth and Public Policy: Data, Not Debt, is the Solution 36:30

3M ago36:30

36:30

Kent Smetters has experienced public policy on the economy from inside and outside the federal government. The economist and Wharton school professor helps us explore the use of economic modeling in influencing public policy and examines the potential impact of fiscal challenges and tax legislation changes. He joins Gene Marks on Paychex THRIVE, a …

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CA Minimum Wage Hike (sort of), Portal Connects Fund Sources, and Inflation is Bananas 7:09

3M ago7:09

7:09

Fast-food restaurants with a national footprint gain an exemption via the law as California raises its minimum wage. Gene Marks discusses the issues this could cause, but also says the state could be a model for others if its works. He also takes a look at a new Bank of America portal that streamlines the process by connecting access to funding sou…

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Trajectory of the U.S. Economy: Key Influences on Business Decisions 28:26

3M ago28:26

28:26

What’s the economic outlook of the United States and what factors influence it? Columbia professor Brett House takes a deep dive focusing on growth rates, immigration, free trade, tariffs, deficits and much more – and how these impact small businesses as much as large corporations. Gene Marks and Brett discuss NAFTA, foreign markets, and other poli…

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Super-Commuting, Tax Return and Ransom Scams, and Weight-Loss Drug as a Benefit 7:30

4M ago7:30

7:30

Employers who want to retain good employees might have to buy them comfortable cushions for their long commute to work. Seems super-commuting – traveling distances of up to 300 miles one way per day – is becoming popular. Gene Marks offers a few tips on how to manage this trend. He also puts on his CPA hat to warn against scammers grabbing your dat…

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32-Hour Workweek? Small Business Government Work Declines. Insurers Collect Data. 8:27

4M ago8:27

8:27

What would you think about working one less day and 8 fewer hours each week plus be eligible for overtime pay on a daily basis and benefits? It’s been introduced in the U.S. Senate, but Gene Marks shares a similar view as its detractors – it would crush small businesses, who have also seen their contracts with the U.S. government fall by one-third …

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Queen Latifah Champions Women-Owned Businesses, Accountability, and Living in the Moment 27:39

4M ago27:39

27:39

Actor, producer, recording artist, and entrepreneur Queen Latifah shares on this episode of Paychex Thrive, a Business Podcast, what she feels are the biggest challenges facing millions of women-owned businesses. She comments on the disparate funding from venture capitalists that direct less than 5% of all dollars to women-owned businesses and to t…

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Independent Contractor Rule, SBA Lender Match, and Boomer Wealth Transition 9:17

4M ago9:17

9:17

The gig might be up for gig workers. The DOL’s independent contractor worker classification rule went into effect March 11 and businesses using 1099 workers need to reclassify individuals properly – and possibly make them employees – to stay compliant. Gene Marks says it’s going to create some havoc before it’s all sorted out, including potential c…

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Workforce, Culture, and Tipping: Shifting Dynamics in Restaurant and Hospitality Industry 36:09

4M ago36:09

36:09

After nearly a quarter century in the restaurant and hospitality business, Jeanne Cretella has seen major swings, and the President of Landmark Hospitality shares her thoughts with Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, on what works and what doesn’t in the industry. Cretella says restaurants and hospitality should always be about service, and that el…

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Hiring Slows, Hourly Wages Increase, Dynamic Pricing, and a Shoplifting Solution 7:44

4M ago7:44

7:44

As the economy moderates, so too is job growth. Gene Marks offers some insights as to what the data from the latest Paychex Small Business Employment Watch is showing business owners. Fast-food restaurant chain Wendy’s announced the testing of dynamic pricing and customers weren’t happy, so Wendy’s flipped. Is dynamic pricing the future pricing mod…

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Kara Swisher: A Media Maverick's Insights into the Business-Tech Landscape 35:30

4M ago35:30

35:30

Business owners cannot wait until AI is full-proof or they will be out of business, according to longtime technology journalist, author, and business owner Kara Swisher. Businesses need to get comfortable with what AI is doing now and can do for them, and then be adaptable as it changes. Swisher speaks with host Gene Marks on Paychex THRIVE, a Busi…

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Mixed Reviews on Minimum Wage Hikes, Coffee Badging, and Flirting with New Wealth Taxes 8:54

5M ago8:54

8:54

A recent survey finds that while the majority of small business owners are in favor of a minimum wage hike, half of respondents also feel that an increase would negatively impact their businesses. Host Gene Marks understands this paradox and explains why business owners would have these contradictory opinions. Gene also touches on the new workplace…

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How to Navigate Digital Marketing with Google Ads 32:26

5M ago32:26

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Claire Jarrett is a businesswoman, author, and expert on digital marketing, and she says that data tracking is crucial to understanding how to craft your online ads, messaging, and campaigns. Gene Marks chats with Jarrett on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, about keywords, industry tools, consumer behavior, the shift on cookie tracking, and much…

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Credit Card Fee Transparency in NY, PFML May Expand in NJ and PA, and Rainy-Day Funds 9:03

5M ago9:03

9:03

A new law takes effect in New York state that requires businesses to be transparent about credit card surcharges while also capping what businesses can charge patrons who use credit cards. Host Gene Marks says he favors this approach and shares insights on this and a few other news items, including the potential expansion of Paid Family Medical Lea…

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Former Fed Economist Breaks Down the National Debt and the Current State of the U.S. Economy 33:45

5M ago33:45

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In today’s ever-changing business landscape, understanding the economy, national debt, and their impact on your trade is a crucial tool. On this episode of Paychex THRIVE, former Federal Reserve economist, Bloomberg columnist, and founder of Sahm Consulting, Claudia Sahm, offers valuable insights to help listeners navigate the complexities of the U…

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Job Vacancies Unfilled, Super Bowl Impacts Productivity, Might Need Taylor Swift’s Help 8:18

5M ago8:18

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Unless you’re Taylor Swift, working for Taylor Swift, or dating Taylor Swift, your business might not be doing as well in the marketplace. At least that’s what recent numbers show, with job vacancies open but 14% of small-business owners indicating they aren’t hiring over the next three months. Gene Marks takes a look at a recent report, plus share…

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Empire State Development Aims Ever Upward for NY State Businesses 28:33

5M ago28:33

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Businesses in New York state and New York City have tremendous opportunities presented through Empire State Development, the economic development arm of state government that provides support to small businesses and helps implement initiatives. President and CEO Hope Knight chats with host Gene Marks on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, about how…

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Jobs Grow for 34th Straight Month, Tax Credit Extensions Sought, SBA Training Program 9:04

5M ago9:04

9:04

Data from the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch shows job growth continues strong and hourly wage growth is also up. Gene Marks shares insights on how employers can use this data to their advantage. Legislation to extend the research and development tax credit at the expense of the employee retention credit passes one chamber of Congress. The…

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Nothing Seems Impossible for Restaurateur and TV Celebrity Robert Irvine 38:38

5M ago38:38

38:38

TV celebrity of “Restaurant: Impossible” and restaurateur Robert Irvine has a new book out titled, “Overcoming Impossible” that says that it doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from, success is attainable. He shares insights with host Gene Marks about finding and hiring the right people, leading those people, taking calculated risks, and l…

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AI, AI, Oh, Wait! Productivity Gains Not Realized and Humans More Cost Effective 8:17

6M ago8:17

8:17

One recent study shows that full potential productivity gains through the use of generative artificial intelligence might be six to 10 years away. A different study at MIT revealed that in for certain aspects of work, only in a quarter of the jobs – 25 % - did it make financial sense to use AI. The numbers weren’t tipping favorably toward AI, but G…

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