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Analyzing Salary and Career Data in the Payroll Industry Report

PayTalk

Release Date: 01/02/2026

Analyzing Salary and Career Data in the Payroll Industry Report show art Analyzing Salary and Career Data in the Payroll Industry Report

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In this episode of PayTalk, we're joined by Steve Hodgson, CPP, CPTD, and PayrollOrg's Director of Learning and Development, who shares insights from PayrollOrg's latest biennial payroll industry report. Steve explores how the payroll profession is evolving, discussing the increasing value of professional certifications, direct deposit adoption challenges, and emerging global payroll trends. We also cover compensation patterns, technology adoption, and career advancement strategies for payroll professionals navigating an ever-changing landscape. Do you have thoughts or questions about the...

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In this episode of PayTalk, we're joined by Steve Hodgson, CPP, CPTD, and PayrollOrg's Director of Learning and Development, who shares insights from PayrollOrg's latest biennial payroll industry report. Steve explores how the payroll profession is evolving, discussing the increasing value of professional certifications, direct deposit adoption challenges, and emerging global payroll trends. We also cover compensation patterns, technology adoption, and career advancement strategies for payroll professionals navigating an ever-changing landscape.

Do you have thoughts or questions about the payroll industry report findings or career development in payroll? We want to hear from you! Join the conversation by reaching out via email at podcasts@payroll.org or sending a message to the PayrollOrg Facebook page.