The Payroll Playbook - Mastering US Taxation and Compliance

Whether you're a business owner hiring your first employee, an HR professional navigating compliance, or a manager tired of payroll mistakes, this is your playbook.
The Payroll Playbook is your step-by-step guide to mastering U.S. payroll systems, taxes, filings, and employee classifications without drowning in IRS jargon.
Inside, you'll learn how to:
✅ Accurately classify employees vs. contractors
✅ Withhold and remit federal, state, and local payroll taxes
✅ Avoid common penalties and audit triggers
✅ File Forms W-2, 1099, 941, and 940 with confidence
✅ Navigate payroll in multi-state and remote teams
✅ Claim powerful credits like ERC and WOTC
✅ Use payroll software that saves time and stress
With real-world scenarios, payroll calculators, year-end checklists, and audit-proofing tips, this book is the missing manual every leader needs to confidently run payroll in 2025 and beyond.
Written in plain English, not accounting-speak, perfect for non-financial professionals.