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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 WoerpelJan 4, 2024 7:00:00 PM

6 Time Tracking Resolutions for the New Year

Happy New Year! For many, the turn of the calendar serves as a catalyst for change. So, ...
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Herb WoerpelDec 26, 2023 7:00:00 PM

What Is Time Tracking?

The concept of measuring work has always been important. For instance, Hammurabi's Code, ...
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Herb WoerpelDec 16, 2023 3:15:00 PM

13 Benefits of Time Tracking Software in 2026

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Herb WoerpelNov 30, 2023 11:00:00 AM

PTO vs. Sick Time: What Employers and Employees Must Know

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Herb WoerpelNov 29, 2023 1:30:00 PM

How to Calculate Paid Vacation for Hourly Employees

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Herb WoerpelNov 17, 2023 11:45:00 AM

What Is a Pay Stub: A Complete Overview for Employers

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Herb WoerpelOct 27, 2023 5:15:00 PM

How to Do Payroll Yourself in 2026 Like A Pro

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Herb WoerpelOct 19, 2023 8:00:00 PM

Buddy Punching: Why It Happens & How to Prevent It

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Herb WoerpelSep 15, 2023 4:00:00 PM

How to Monitor Employees Working from Home Like a Pro

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Herb WoerpelJul 11, 2023 8:00:00 PM

How to Make a Time Sheet in Excel (with Formulas and Templates)

Key Takeaways: How to Make an Excel Time Sheet ✔Create a weekly Excel time sheet by ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 2, 2023 8:00:00 PM

Paid Time Off: A Complete Guide for Small Business Owners

Paid Time Off: A Complete Guide for Small Business ✔Define a clear PTO policy to avoid ...
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Herb WoerpelJun 22, 2023 1:45:00 PM

What is a time card?

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Herb WoerpelMay 11, 2023 11:00:00 PM

How to Fill Out Time Sheets Like a Pro

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Herb WoerpelMay 5, 2023 11:30:00 AM

Nine Best Practices for Creating Work Schedules (+ work schedule templates)

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Herb WoerpelApr 27, 2023 8:00:00 PM

How To Correct a Payroll Overpayment

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Herb WoerpelApr 26, 2023 8:15:00 AM

Workplace Statistics: 15 Research-Backed Facts

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Herb WoerpelApr 11, 2023 10:15:00 AM

The 15 Best Team Management Apps in 2026

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Herb WoerpelApr 3, 2023 5:30:00 PM

Does PTO Count Toward Overtime?

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Herb WoerpelMar 24, 2023 7:15:00 PM

4/10 Work Schedule: Definition, Pros & Cons (+Examples)

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Herb WoerpelMar 17, 2023 8:45:00 PM

Alternative Work Schedules: A Quick Guide

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Herb WoerpelMar 10, 2023 11:30:00 AM

Compressed Work Schedules: A Quick Guide

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