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yourself if an unusual situation ever crops up again!) Remember that your colleagues’ supportive “it happens to everyone” comments are more than just politeness, they actually mean it (and likely have their own horror stories they’re too embarrassed to share). The Confidence to Be Imperfect In payroll (and life!), it’s not about achieving perfection; it’s about developing the confidence to address imperfection effectively. The next time you encounter an error, remember, it’s not evidence that you don’t belong in payroll; it’s your opportunity to demonstrate why you do. Whether you’re processing your first payroll or your five-hundredth, embracing the inevitability of occasional mistakes liberates you to focus on what truly matters: swift resolution, clear communication, and continuous improvement. And let’s be honest, those
sometimes our greatest mistakes become our most valuable assets. Did you attend Global Payroll Day 2025? If you couldn’t make it live, we highly recommend listening back to the discussions held by the GPA. You can find them all here .
colleagues who claim they’ve never made a significant payroll error are either lying, in denial, or haven’t processed enough payrolls yet to reach their quota of spectacular blunders. Cheesy and all as it is, in the grand ledger of professional growth,
Share Your Story If you have a story, whether it’s a disaster narrowly averted or a triumph no one celebrated, please send it through. A one-liner or a few paragraphs, we’d love to hear from you. And remember, don’t assume others’ stories are more interesting than yours. Every payroll professional has unique experiences worth sharing. If you prefer talking through your experiences, we’re happy to arrange a quick call. When was the last time your payroll team saved the day? We’re waiting to hear your story. Send your stories confidentially to: helen.dooley@crpayrollsolutions.com Let’s shine a light on the people who keep the wheels turning and the payslips rolling. Because payroll is never just numbers - it’s the people behind them who make it work.
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