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W ell, as ready as anyone in payroll ever feels in December. “Right then, Christmas bonuses,” she muttered. “Let’s dance.” Her phone buzzed. A message from the payroll professionals’ group, a lifeline of solidarity she’d joined six months ago. People from all over the world, all going through the same December madness.

The Workshop Springs to Life Three streets away, Priya gathered her payroll team for their weekly stand-up. She’d decorated the meeting room with fairy lights and a banner that read: “DECEMBER: WE’VE GOT THIS.” “Morning!” she announced brightly. “Status update, how are we feeling?” Marcus, the newest team member,

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