Herb Woerpel is a writer and content strategist at OnTheClock with 17+ years of experience in journalism and business communications. He specializes in workforce management, employee time tracking, and payroll compliance — translating complex labor regulations and HR processes into clear, practical guidance for small business owners and managers.
Before joining OnTheClock, Herb served as Senior Editor of ACHR News and Editor in Chief of Engineered Systems Magazine, two of the most respected trade publications in the mechanical contracting and HVAC industry. Leading editorial operations at both outlets gave him a deep understanding of how field-based, hourly, and contractor workforces actually operate, which directly informs how he writes about time tracking and payroll.
At OnTheClock, Herb works alongside HR professionals, payroll administrators, and business owners daily, giving him firsthand insight into the compliance challenges and operational realities that small businesses navigate every week.
Before joining OnTheClock, Herb served as Senior Editor of ACHR News and Editor in Chief of Engineered Systems Magazine, two of the most respected trade publications in the mechanical contracting and HVAC industry. Leading editorial operations at both outlets gave him a deep understanding of how field-based, hourly, and contractor workforces actually operate, which directly informs how he writes about time tracking and payroll.
At OnTheClock, Herb works alongside HR professionals, payroll administrators, and business owners daily, giving him firsthand insight into the compliance challenges and operational realities that small businesses navigate every week.
Blog Post by Herb Woerpel
Herb WoerpelJan 5, 2025 7:00:00 PM
Master Your 2026 Tax Filing: A Small Business Guide
The arrival of 2026 serves as a blistering reminder that tax season is right around the ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelJan 3, 2025 3:00:00 PM
California Payroll Tax Laws in 2026: Everything Employers Need to Know
Start ReadingHerb WoerpelDec 29, 2024 7:00:00 PM
Payroll KPIs: The Secret to Operational Excellence
Start ReadingHerb WoerpelDec 22, 2024 7:00:00 PM
When Is the Best Time to Switch Payroll Providers?
If you're struggling with outdated, complex, or inefficient payroll software, perhaps ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelDec 14, 2024 7:00:00 PM
OnTheClock Payroll Combines Time Tracking and Payroll in One Platform
Imagine tracking employees’ time and payroll in one place, with every second already ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelDec 8, 2024 7:00:00 PM
In-House vs. Outsourced Payroll: Which is Right for Your Business?
Start ReadingHerb WoerpelDec 1, 2024 7:00:00 PM
Payroll Compliance: How to Stay Ahead of Legal Requirements (+Checklist)
Managing payroll is one of the most important (and potentially complex) tasks a business ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelNov 23, 2024 7:00:00 PM
From Deadlines to Deductions: A Payroll Tax Survival Manual
Love them or hate them, payroll taxes are a mandatory responsibility for employers and ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelNov 14, 2024 7:00:00 PM
HR or Finance: Who Should Handle Payroll?
Key Takeaways: Does HR Do Payroll or Finance ✔HR excels at managing employee data, ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelNov 14, 2024 7:00:00 PM
Optimize Operations with Integrated Payroll and Time Tracking
For many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), managing time tracking and payroll can ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelNov 10, 2024 7:00:00 PM
Switching Payroll Providers: When to Change and How to Make the Transition
If you feel like your existing payroll solution isn’t meeting your needs, you’re not ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelNov 3, 2024 7:00:00 PM
Illinois Labor Law Changes in 2026: Is Your Business Ready?
Start ReadingHerb WoerpelOct 27, 2024 8:00:00 PM
Payroll Specialists: The Unsung Heroes of Employee Compensation
A great philosopher once said, “I’ve got my mind on my money, and my money on my mind.”
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelOct 20, 2024 8:00:00 PM
What Is Accrued Payroll?
When running a business, it’s imperative that employees are paid for the work they ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelOct 13, 2024 8:00:00 PM
Understanding the Difference Between Payroll Taxes and Income Taxes
“In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.”
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelOct 6, 2024 8:00:00 PM
What Is Payroll? Key Concepts Every Employer Should Understand
Start ReadingHerb WoerpelSep 26, 2024 8:00:00 PM
Flexibility On Demand – A Deep Dive Into Per Diem Work
Imagine only showing up to work when your skills are in demand — just like Batman ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelSep 23, 2024 8:00:00 PM
No More Paper Trails – How Digital Time Tracking Transformed Three Companies' Bottom Lines
Efficiency is everything when running a business. This is especially true given the ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelSep 8, 2024 8:00:00 PM
What Is Double Time Pay, and Are Employers Required to Pay it?
Key Takeaways: What Is Double Overtime ✔Double time pay means getting paid twice your ...
Start Reading
Herb WoerpelSep 2, 2024 8:00:00 PM
Why Evening Shifts Matter: Exploring the Impact and Benefits
Start ReadingHerb WoerpelAug 19, 2024 8:00:00 PM
How many hours is considered full time?
Key Takeaways: How many hours is considered full time? ✔Full-time status typically means ...
Start Reading