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Herb Woerpel

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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.

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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 ...
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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 ...
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Herb WoerpelNov 3, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Illinois Labor Law Changes in 2026: Is Your Business Ready?

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Herb 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.”
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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 ...
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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.”
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Herb WoerpelOct 6, 2024 8:00:00 PM

What Is Payroll? Key Concepts Every Employer Should Understand

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Herb 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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 2, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Why Evening Shifts Matter: Exploring the Impact and Benefits

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Herb 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 ...
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Herb WoerpelAug 11, 2024 8:00:00 PM

What Happens to Your Vacation Pay After Termination: A State-By-State Guide

Key Takeaways: Which states require vacation payout upon termination ✔Federal law doesn’t ...
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Herb WoerpelAug 4, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Annual Income: Essential Tips for Financial Stability

Approximately 34% of all Americans have $0 in savings, 66% of millennials have no ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 25, 2024 8:00:00 PM

What Is a Time Sheet? The Benefits of Going Digital

Is managing your team's time a constant challenge? Are you unsure if employees are ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 18, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Can an Employer Legally Reduce Your Pay?

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Herb WoerpelJul 13, 2024 8:00:00 PM

How Do I Calculate My Salary Per Hour?

Key Takeaways: How Do I Calculate My Salary Per Hour? ✔Calculate your hourly wage by ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 4, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Attendance Is the Gateway to Professional Success

“Showing up is half the battle.”
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Herb WoerpelJun 30, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Overtime Tax Rates and the Realities of Overtime Pay

The cost of living in America is soaring, and the effects are being felt by everyone.
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Herb WoerpelJun 27, 2024 8:15:00 AM

Mandatory Overtime: What It Is, and How to avoid it

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Herb WoerpelJun 21, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Part-Time vs. Full-Time Employment: Laws, Trends, and Benefits

When differentiating full- and part-time employees, the most obvious discrepancy is the ...
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