Episode 176

How to Make Payroll Fun and Future-Focused | Sarah Chasney

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Sarah Chasney is Making Payroll Fun, Impactful, and Future-Focused

Payroll is no longer just a back-office function – it’s becoming a strategic powerhouse, thanks to leaders like Sarah Chasney. In this episode, Sarah shares her inspiring journey from fashion to payroll and discusses how she’s transforming the way payroll teams operate by making it fun, impactful, and future-focused.


From empowering her team to embracing new technologies and driving strategic initiatives, Sarah reveals the secrets to turning payroll into a dynamic, innovative, and essential part of any organization. She explains how payroll can go beyond the transactional to enhance the employee experience and support broader business objectives.


Key Takeaways:

  • How to Make Payroll Fun and Engaging for Your Team
  • Why Payroll Is No Longer Just a Transactional Function
  • Sarah’s Approach to Building High-Performing Payroll Teams
  • The Role of Technology in Shaping the Future of Payroll
  • How Payroll Can Impact Employee Well-being and Organizational Success
  • The Power of Mentorship and Coaching in Payroll Leadership


If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on how to make payroll a strategic, impactful, and enjoyable part of your organization, this episode is for you!


Tune in now and discover how Sarah Chasney is leading the charge to revolutionize the payroll profession!


Subscribe for more insights on payroll innovation, leadership, and employee experience!


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(00:00) Sarah Chasney on Payroll Innovation

(03:05) What Payroll Means to Sarah Chasney

(06:00) Sarah's Unconventional Journey in Payroll

(11:26) Modernizing Payroll

(14:04) Turning Around Struggling Teams

(18:03) Electronic Pay and Sustainability Goals

(20:09) How to Engage and Inspire Your Payroll Team

(23:06) Empowering Team Members for Growth

(26:16) How to Build The Right Connections

(30:41) The Importance of Networking in Payroll 

(33:33) Earned Wage Access

(35:16) Payroll’s Role in Employee Well-being

(37:15) Payroll as a Strategic Function

(43:47) Technology, AI, and the Future of Payroll

(46:18) Why Sarah is Excited About the Future of Payroll

(50:11) How to Make Payroll Fun

(53:20) Sarah’s Vision for Improving the Payroll Industry

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About your host

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Nick Day

Nick Day is a globally recognised thought leader in the payroll and HR industry, with over 20 years of experience as the founder and CEO of JGA Recruitment.

As an ILM 7 qualified Executive Coach and Mentor, Nick has dedicated his career to guiding CHROs, entrepreneurs, and payroll industry leaders worldwide.
Nick received the PAYO Global Vision Award in 2024 and was also voted one of Thinkers360’s "Top Voices EMEA" the same year.

In 2023, Thinkers360 ranked Nick as the #1 Global "Thought Leader in Payroll” and #9 Global "Thought Leader in HR.” That same year, he received the Recruitment Leaders Leader Award (RDLC) and the Personality of the Year title at the Reward Strategy Leadership Awards.

Nick's deep knowledge of the payroll industry and his coaching expertise make him a sought-after speaker and mentor for payroll and HR leaders. His presentations are known for their interactive elements, real-world applications, and actionable takeaways, ensuring attendees leave with a clear path to enhance their leadership capabilities.

Nick Day has a rich history of delivering impactful presentations, keynote speeches and workshops at various industry conferences and events. His engaging speaking style and practical insights have earned him recognition as a leading voice in payroll leadership.