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Logging Into UKG: A Chicago Users Group Production

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A podcast geared towards passionate HCM admins by HCM admins. We are simply four creative mid-western hooligans who love what we do with the tools we are given (UKG Pro). Come join us (during non-working hours of course!) as we love discussing, inspiring, problem-solving, and assisting all those within the UKG Community, in order to maximize your HCM system to its abilities. From beginners to those more advanced system admins, we invite you to come listen, maybe laugh, but more importantly, learn more about your UKG environment. Hosts: Andy Bohacek, Cheryl Cole, Jaronika Dancy, & Dalton Long

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11/3/2023

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May 26, 2026

Career Payroll: From Cash to Direct Deposit with Stephen Bevan

We sat down with Stephen Bevan, Sr. Director of Global Payroll, for a practical conversation rooted in what he calls “career payroll”—nearly 30 years of experience running payroll for global organizations across 30+ countries. Stephen walked through how payroll evolved during his career—from cash payments to direct deposit, and from manual processes to modern, electronic operations. He shared tips and tricks on how to go global, build payroll shared services, and scale and optimize payroll over time, along with candid takes on payroll systems and implementation approaches. We also discussed how COVID accelerated modernization, pushing organizations to move faster toward electronic payroll and digital processes.

May 11, 2026

Admin Under Pressure: Stress, Boundaries, and the Reset

No guests this time—just the hosts having a real conversation about work-related stress. We talk about how stress shows up even for the “cool, calm” admins, why everything starts to feel like a five-alarm fire, and how to separate what’s urgent from what’s important without burning out. We also get honest about common triggers—after-hours pressure, feeling devalued or talked around, constant firefighting, high personal standards, and the anxiety of taking time off and coming back to an email flood. Then we share what actually helps: setting boundaries, communicating timelines and priorities, addressing issues directly (or using a mediator when needed), getting outside and moving your body, choosing fun on purpose, and finding the right outlet so stress doesn’t spill onto everyone around you.

March 13, 2026

Inside UKG UX Research: Bri Keenan & Margaret Davey

In this episode, we sit down with Bri Keenan, Lead UX Researcher, and Margaret Davey, Senior UX Researcher, from the UKG UX Research & Analytics Team for a candid look at how UX research shows up in the real world—especially at Aspire. We talk about the impact of the Aspire UX Research Room and why its Expo Hall placement boosted visibility but made deeper conversations harder, plus how the team debriefed afterward to evaluate what worked and what didn’t.Bri and Margaret also break down how UX research spans the full product lifecycle—from early discovery to usability validation to post-release adoption insights—while sharing how frontline realities (financial pressure, scheduling challenges, transportation, childcare) are influencing UKG focus areas. We also touch on how AI is being explored with a practical goal: reducing tedious work and surfacing issues earlier. Finally, they share clear guidance on how customers can participate in UX research through their UKG representative.

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What is Logging Into UKG: A Chicago Users Group Production?: A podcast geared towards passionate HCM admins by HCM admins. We are simply four creative mid-western hooligans who love what we do with the tools we are given (UKG Pro). Come join us (during non-working hours of course!) as we love discussing, inspiring, problem-solving, and assisting all those within the UKG Community, in order to maximize your HCM system to its abilities. From beginners to those more advanced system admins, we invite you to come listen, maybe laugh, but more importantly, learn more about your UKG environment.

Hosts: Andy Bohacek, Cheryl Cole, Jaronika Dancy, & Dalton Long
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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