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The OnTheClock Workforce Management Blog

Time Tracking, Scheduling, & Payroll Insights for Small Businesses

Welcome to the OnTheClock Blog, your go to resource for smarter time tracking, employee scheduling, payroll, and workforce management. This blog exists to help small and mid sized businesses simplify operations, stay compliant, and run more efficiently without adding unnecessary complexity.

Inside, you’ll find practical guides, expert insights, and real world tips on managing employees, tracking hours accurately, improving productivity, reducing payroll errors, and choosing the right tools for your business. Whether you’re an owner, manager, or HR leader, our posts are designed to help you make confident decisions, save time, and focus on growing your business.

Herb WoerpelApr 11, 2024 8:00:00 PM

The Daytime Dominator: Why First Shift Reigns Supreme

As dawn breaks and the world rises, businesses set their gears in motion with the opening ...
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Herb WoerpelApr 4, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Crack the Payroll Code: Your Essential Guide to Gross Pay and Tax Deductions

What Is Gross Pay? What you see isn’t always what you get.
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Herb WorpelMar 28, 2024 8:00:00 PM

From Buddy Punching to Extended Breaks: How to Combat Workplace Time Theft

Would you allow customers to openly steal from your business? Of course you wouldn’t. ...
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Herb WoerpelMar 21, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Payment in Arrears: What Does It Mean and How It Affects Your Business?

In the simplest of terms, employers hire employees to perform a job. Once that job has ...
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Herb WoerpelMar 14, 2024 8:00:00 PM

No Call, No Show: How to Handle Them and Create Your Own Policy

As a business owner, you’re constantly juggling a number of tasks. From Monday to Friday ...
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Herb WoerpelFeb 20, 2024 7:00:00 PM

What Is a Rotating Shift?

A rotating shift is a work schedule where employees alternate between different periods ...
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Herb WoerpelFeb 15, 2024 7:00:00 PM

What Is a Bundy Clock, and Is This Traditional Punch Clock Still Relevant Today?

The origins of time tracking systems date back to the late 1800s, marked by the ...
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Herb WoerpelFeb 8, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Punch Rounding: The Seven-Minute Rule Explained

Key Takeaways: The Seven-Minute Rule ✔The seven-minute rule allows rounding punches to ...
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Herb WoerpelFeb 1, 2024 7:00:00 PM

The Top 12 Time Tracking Software Apps for Small Businesses in 2025

Time tracking is an effective way to optimize a small business’s efficiency, ...
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OTC TeamJan 26, 2024 10:30:00 AM

How To Write a Time Tracking Policy

Key Takeaways: How to Write a Time Tracking Policy ✔Define clear time tracking rules to ...
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Herb WoerpelJan 25, 2024 7:00:00 PM

How Many Hours Do You Work in a Year?

Key Takeaways: ✔A full-time American work year includes up to 2,080 hours, based on 40 ...
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Herb WoerpelJan 18, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Decoding Efficiency: Understanding How Time Tracking Software Works

For small businesses, minutes are not just units of time; they’re golden opportunities ...
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Herb WoerpelJan 11, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Selecting the Best Type of Time Clock for Your Business

Humans have been tracking time for more than 3,500 years. In 1500 B.C., natives in Egypt, ...
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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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OTC TeamDec 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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OTC TeamDec 16, 2023 3:15:00 PM

13 Benefits of Time Tracking Software in 2024

Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or part of a larger team, ...
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OTC TeamDec 8, 2023 10:15:00 AM

Employee Time Tracking: The Complete Guide

In today's fast-paced work environment, mastering employee time tracking is crucial. ...
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OTC TeamNov 30, 2023 11:00:00 AM

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

Key Takeaways: PTO vs. Sick Time ✔Use PTO when you need time off for vacations, holidays, ...
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OTC TeamNov 29, 2023 1:30:00 PM

How to Calculate Paid Vacation for Hourly Employees

Calculating paid vacation for hourly employees is an important part of managing your ...
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OTC TeamNov 17, 2023 11:45:00 AM

What Is a Pay Stub: A Complete Overview for Employers

As an employer, understanding pay stubs is crucial in managing your business effectively. ...
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OTC TeamOct 27, 2023 5:15:00 PM

How to Do Payroll Yourself in 2024 Like A Pro

Navigating the complexities of payroll can often seem like a daunting task, especially ...
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