🎙️ Welcome to a special holiday mashup episode of "It's About Payroll"! 🎉In this episode, your hosts dive into a festive mix of payroll hot topics and holiday fun. We break down the real impact of off-cycle payrolls—are they a customer service win or a business headache? We debate whether payroll should stand alone as its own department and if it deserves a seat in the C-suite. Plus, we explore the pros and cons of Earned Wage Access (EWA): is it a true benefit, a bandaid, or a risk for financial fragility?You’ll also get actionable insights for payroll pros, lively debates, and a rapid-fire holiday food edition of "This or That." Whether you’re a payroll nerd, HR leader, or just here for the laughs and gratitude, there’s something for everyone.⏩ Topics Covered:Off-cycle payrolls: pain points & solutionsEarned Wage Access: necessity or overdependence?Should payroll be its own department?Payroll’s place in the C-suiteHoliday food debates & gratitude moments👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more payroll insights and industry conversations!https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/its-about-payroll itsaboutpayroll.io https://youtu.be/fYAbuK7rzo4