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## Michael Baer—guest blogger

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May 20, 2017

# [Take Lessons Learned at Congress Back Home to Make Positive Change](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/bbna-last-blog-post)

I’m not sure if my colleagues at the APA feel the same way I do as they finish the heavy lift that is Congress, but Bloomberg BNA’s humble contribution to the annual event has left us with some clear takeaways after an invigorating, highly enjoyable payroll rockin’ event.

[Michael Baer—guest blogger](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/author/michael-baer-guest-blogger)

May 19, 2017

# [Government Speakers Address Phishing Scheme, Upcoming Economic Census](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/government-speakers-address-phishing-scheme-upcoming-economic-census)

Warning that cyber criminals have “shifted their targets to those of you in the payroll industry,” an IRS official outlined steps the agency is taking to inform and minimize the stealing  and misuse of tax data from employers and employees.

[Michael Baer—guest blogger](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/author/michael-baer-guest-blogger)

May 18, 2017

# [Keeping Up With Global Payroll Coordination, Compliance](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/keeping-up-with-global-payroll-coordination-compliance)

We often hear of the “world’s reaction” to events here in the United States, such as to the results of a presidential election or when the government makes a pronouncement or intervenes in something. It’s kind of the obverse for those doing global payroll, especially from a U.S. base, because they...

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May 16, 2017

# [Morning Pre-Congress Workshops Showcase Diverse Payroll Challenges](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/morning-pre-congress-workshops-showcase-diverse-payroll-challenges)

How can payroll implement major changes to work flows to improve efficiency and yet excel in delivery? Why don’t more payroll professionals have copies of company stock option plans? How can payroll in China be similar to payroll in the United States?

[Michael Baer—guest blogger](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/author/michael-baer-guest-blogger)

May 15, 2017

# [Arrived Alive! Now About Those Expenses](https://blogs.payroll.org/congress-today/arrived-alive-now-about-those-expenses)

Congratulations and welcome! You have safely arrived in Florida for the start of the APA’s 35th Annual Congress!

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