Payroll & HR News and Blogs

Keep your employees covered from hired to retired with free training and tools that keep you in the know.

payroll

The 6 Biggest Payroll Mistakes Restaurants Make

Fix these common mistakes like a pro by evaluating your payroll partner to see where they can help you worry less and achieve more.

2025 Employment Law Highlights

A number of significant laws take effect in 2025 that will impact workplaces across the country. Here's 5 your HR team should review.

A Guide for Employers Leaving a PEO

A successful transition away from a PEO can position your business for long-term growth and operational success. Let’s look at some factors employers should review when considering a transition.

January 2025 State & Local Minimum and Tipped Wage Rates

A single resource that contains all 2025 state and local, minimum and tipped wage rates. ACCESS AND DOWNLOAD THE PDF

OSHA Posting & Reporting Requirements for Employers

OSHA mandates that all employers who are required to maintain the OSHA 300 Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses post a summary of the previous year’s log between February 1st and April 30th each year.

Is It Time to Review How You Performance Review?

Companies are increasingly interested in upgrading their performance review process. Let's review best practices and tools to optimize the process.

A Decision-Makers Guide to Finding An HCM Partner

How should you go about evaluating your systems and interviewing providers? Jenny Holm, PHR, answers the important questions.

What the Workforce Wants: Tips to Engage and Retain Your Top Talent

Employers must take a comprehensive approach or risk losing their most valuable assets: their people.

Top 5 Benefits of External HR Support

Have you ever needed an extra set of hands to support human resources (HR)? Finding a partner for HR support is a smart move.

Coastal Payroll Among 2024 Best Places to Work

Coastal Payroll is honored to be named one of San Diego's Best Places to Work for the 11th year, showing our commitment to a great work culture!

Coastal Payroll Makes 2024 Inc. 5000 List

Coastal Payroll has been ranked for the 10th consecutive year on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.

HR Reporting Using An Executive Dashboard

Access high-level summaries of key workforce data to make informed decisions and drive company goals with insights tailored to your business.

Steps to Writing Your Killer Job Ad

The truth is, most people don't understand how integral the job ad is or just how powerful it can be when engaging qualified job seekers.

4 Benefits of Onboarding Technology

Support human connections while boosting ROI with increased efficiency and effectiveness. A guide to making an exceptional first impression.

Jonathan Gallagher Among CEO of the Year Finalists

Jonathan Gallagher, CEO and co-founder of Coastal Payroll is among the 2024 finalists for San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year.

5 Tips for Aligning Company and Employee Goals

Employees with clear, defined goals are more motivated, engaged, and connected to their jobs, leading to better performance and satisfaction.

Certified Payroll Doesn't Have to Be Difficult

Learn all about certified payroll in this comprehensive guide, covering essential details and tips to help you stay compliant and informed.

3 Reasons Predictive People Analytics is a Must-Have

HR teams can predict workforce changes, make informed decisions, and add data-driven value for better organizational planning and success.

Evaluating Time & Attendance Technology

To keep your employees engaged and your business running smoothly, the right time and attendance technology can make a difference.

Evaluating Giving & Volunteering in Your Business

5 essential questions to ask yourself when starting a giving and volunteering program. Plus, get our FREE EBOOK!

Craig Coleman Awarded CFO of the Year

Coastal Payroll's Co-Founder and President, Craig Coleman, was honored by San Diego Business Journal as CFO of the Year for 2024.

Hiring Software Buyer's Guide Checklist

This guide will help you weed through the clutter to find the Applicant Tracking System that is right for you.

12 Reasons a Learning Management System is Critical for Your Team

An LMS can save a significant amount of time for HR and management while improving the employee experience.

Craig Coleman Among CFO of the Year Finalists

Craig Coleman, President and Co-Founder of Coastal Payroll, is among the 2024 finalists for San Diego Business Journal CFO of the Year.

Uncovering the Significant HR Trends of 2024 - Maximize Your Next Best Step

isolved’s 2024 HR Trends report surveyed 1,100 full-time employees based in the United States.

Coastal Payroll Trivia

January 4, 2024, is National Trivia Day! Join us for some fun and test your knowledge with Coastal Payroll Trivia.

Coastal Payroll Now Offers API Integration with Ease

Coastal Payroll partners with Ease to launch API Integration starting October 1, 2023, joining just nine in the payroll space.

Coastal Payroll Taps Industry Veteran as COO

Coastal Payroll announced today that it has appointed Dinora Sanchez to be its chief operating officer.

What Does It Take to Be One of the Best Places to Work?

Here we are again! We’ve been named one of the Best Places to Work by the San Diego Business Journal.

Fastest Growing, Even in a Pandemic Making the Inc. 5000 List for the Seventh Time

Growing rapidly, even during a pandemic: Proud to make the Inc. 5000 list for the seventh time, highlighting our resilience and continued success!

Fastest Growing, Six Years Running

We are excited to announce that we have been named to the San Diego Business Journal’s 2020 Fastest Growing Private Companies list.

4 Reasons This Is Our Favorite Award

Coastal Payroll has been selected as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in San Diego by the San Diego Business Journal!

What Makes This Inc. 5000 Listing So Special?

We’re just thrilled to let you know Coastal is on the Inc. 5000 list again!

4 Ways Core Values Drove Our Crisis Response

Now more than ever, business is about being there for clients and customers, and not just selling products and services. Coastal Payroll is no exception.

Hear Jonathan on KOGO

Jonathan speaks with Ted of KOGO Daily News to talk about the impact on the local economy and how to wade through the government stimulus opportunities.

Coastal Payroll to Acquire Paystar Payroll As Part of Statewide Expansion

Shared focus on superior customer care will provide expanded services to Coastal and Paystar clients

3 Foundational Principles Led To Acquisition in Northern California

We’re absolutely thrilled to be welcoming the Paystar team to our family and bringing San Diego-grown Coastal culture to the Bay Area.

3 Reasons We’ve Made the Inc. 5000 List, Again!

We’re so proud to announce that we made the Inc. 5000 list, again.

Why This Awesome Event Means the World to Us

Join us for the 4th Annual SpeakUp5K San Diego run on April 14 along the waterfront in iconic Seaport Village in downtown San Diego.

Shelley Addy Joins Coastal Payroll at the Helm of HR Elite

Shelley Addy is joining Coastal Payroll as Chief Human Resources Officer to advance their comprehensive workforce management suite, Coastal HR Elite.

The 6 Biggest Payroll Mistakes Restaurants Make

Fix these common mistakes like a pro by evaluating your payroll partner to see where they can help you worry less and achieve more.

2025 Employment Law Highlights

A number of significant laws take effect in 2025 that will impact workplaces across the country. Here's 5 your HR team should review.

January 2025 State & Local Minimum and Tipped Wage Rates

A single resource that contains all 2025 state and local, minimum and tipped wage rates. ACCESS AND DOWNLOAD THE PDF

OSHA Posting & Reporting Requirements for Employers

OSHA mandates that all employers who are required to maintain the OSHA 300 Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses post a summary of the previous year’s log between February 1st and April 30th each year.

Is It Time to Review How You Performance Review?

Companies are increasingly interested in upgrading their performance review process. Let's review best practices and tools to optimize the process.

A Decision-Makers Guide to Finding An HCM Partner

How should you go about evaluating your systems and interviewing providers? Jenny Holm, PHR, answers the important questions.

What the Workforce Wants: Tips to Engage and Retain Your Top Talent

Employers must take a comprehensive approach or risk losing their most valuable assets: their people.

Top 5 Benefits of External HR Support

Have you ever needed an extra set of hands to support human resources (HR)? Finding a partner for HR support is a smart move.

HR Reporting Using An Executive Dashboard

Access high-level summaries of key workforce data to make informed decisions and drive company goals with insights tailored to your business.

Steps to Writing Your Killer Job Ad

The truth is, most people don't understand how integral the job ad is or just how powerful it can be when engaging qualified job seekers.

4 Benefits of Onboarding Technology

Support human connections while boosting ROI with increased efficiency and effectiveness. A guide to making an exceptional first impression.

5 Tips for Aligning Company and Employee Goals

Employees with clear, defined goals are more motivated, engaged, and connected to their jobs, leading to better performance and satisfaction.

3 Reasons Predictive People Analytics is a Must-Have

HR teams can predict workforce changes, make informed decisions, and add data-driven value for better organizational planning and success.

Evaluating Time & Attendance Technology

To keep your employees engaged and your business running smoothly, the right time and attendance technology can make a difference.

Evaluating Giving & Volunteering in Your Business

5 essential questions to ask yourself when starting a giving and volunteering program. Plus, get our FREE EBOOK!

Hiring Software Buyer's Guide Checklist

This guide will help you weed through the clutter to find the Applicant Tracking System that is right for you.

12 Reasons a Learning Management System is Critical for Your Team

An LMS can save a significant amount of time for HR and management while improving the employee experience.

Uncovering the Significant HR Trends of 2024 - Maximize Your Next Best Step

isolved’s 2024 HR Trends report surveyed 1,100 full-time employees based in the United States.

Hear Jonathan on KOGO

Jonathan speaks with Ted of KOGO Daily News to talk about the impact on the local economy and how to wade through the government stimulus opportunities.

Coastal Payroll Trivia

January 4, 2024, is National Trivia Day! Join us for some fun and test your knowledge with Coastal Payroll Trivia.

Coastal Payroll Now Offers API Integration with Ease

Coastal Payroll partners with Ease to launch API Integration starting October 1, 2023, joining just nine in the payroll space.

Shelley Addy Joins Coastal Payroll at the Helm of HR Elite

Shelley Addy is joining Coastal Payroll as Chief Human Resources Officer to advance their comprehensive workforce management suite, Coastal HR Elite.

Why This Awesome Event Means the World to Us

Join us for the 4th Annual SpeakUp5K San Diego run on April 14 along the waterfront in iconic Seaport Village in downtown San Diego.

Coastal Payroll Taps Industry Veteran as COO

Coastal Payroll announced today that it has appointed Dinora Sanchez to be its chief operating officer.

3 Foundational Principles Led To Acquisition in Northern California

We’re absolutely thrilled to be welcoming the Paystar team to our family and bringing San Diego-grown Coastal culture to the Bay Area.

Coastal Payroll to Acquire Paystar Payroll As Part of Statewide Expansion

Shared focus on superior customer care will provide expanded services to Coastal and Paystar clients

4 Ways Core Values Drove Our Crisis Response

Now more than ever, business is about being there for clients and customers, and not just selling products and services. Coastal Payroll is no exception.

Coastal Payroll Among 2024 Best Places to Work

Coastal Payroll is honored to be named one of San Diego's Best Places to Work for the 11th year, showing our commitment to a great work culture!

Coastal Payroll Makes 2024 Inc. 5000 List

Coastal Payroll has been ranked for the 10th consecutive year on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.

Jonathan Gallagher Among CEO of the Year Finalists

Jonathan Gallagher, CEO and co-founder of Coastal Payroll is among the 2024 finalists for San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year.

Craig Coleman Awarded CFO of the Year

Coastal Payroll's Co-Founder and President, Craig Coleman, was honored by San Diego Business Journal as CFO of the Year for 2024.

Craig Coleman Among CFO of the Year Finalists

Craig Coleman, President and Co-Founder of Coastal Payroll, is among the 2024 finalists for San Diego Business Journal CFO of the Year.

What Does It Take to Be One of the Best Places to Work?

Here we are again! We’ve been named one of the Best Places to Work by the San Diego Business Journal.

Fastest Growing, Even in a Pandemic Making the Inc. 5000 List for the Seventh Time

Growing rapidly, even during a pandemic: Proud to make the Inc. 5000 list for the seventh time, highlighting our resilience and continued success!

Fastest Growing, Six Years Running

We are excited to announce that we have been named to the San Diego Business Journal’s 2020 Fastest Growing Private Companies list.

4 Reasons This Is Our Favorite Award

Coastal Payroll has been selected as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in San Diego by the San Diego Business Journal!

What Makes This Inc. 5000 Listing So Special?

We’re just thrilled to let you know Coastal is on the Inc. 5000 list again!

3 Reasons We’ve Made the Inc. 5000 List, Again!

We’re so proud to announce that we made the Inc. 5000 list, again.

blog-2

Webinars on Demand

Laws may change, but we don't. Get your business questions answered while staying current on the policies that shape your business.

Subscribe to our mailing list!

Join our mailing list to be the first to know of our latest webinars and updates.

A wave installed onto a wall at Coastal Payroll's office

Decorative plant and coffee on table

The coastal Story

Coastal-Payroll_Coastal-Company-Culture_Photo-compressed

people working and taking

Coastal People

Connect with Us

This is the default text value

This is some text inside of a div block.

payroll