THE HR PULSE
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Delta Administrative Services in collaboration with Gotcha Covered HR
As summer winds down and organizations plan for the busy fall season, now is the ideal time to invest in training that strengthens teams, develops leaders, and prepares workplaces for long-term success. Delta Administrative Services in collaboration with Gotcha Covered HR is excited to introduce a full suite of Training, Coaching & Development Solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce.
Training Programs Designed to Strengthen Your Workforce
Whether it’s developing future leaders, building team trust, or tackling complex HR challenges, our training programs provide practical tools and real-world expertise to help organizations thrive. With proven approaches like the DISC model, we tailor every session to your unique goals — from half-day workshops to in-depth leadership development programs. Featured Workshops & Programs:
- Emotional Intelligence in Leadership – Equip leaders with the skills to inspire, motivate, and connect.
- Conflict Resolution for ‘Nice People’ – Learn practical strategies to address conflict with confidence.
- Performance Evaluations as Growth Tools – Transform reviews into opportunities for employee success.
From one-on-one coaching to team workshops and leadership development, our solutions are built to meet organizations where they are and take them where they want to go. Every program is designed to be practical, engaging, and immediately applicable in the workplace.
Celebrating National Payroll Week
September brings two important dates for the workforce: Labor Day on September 1st and National Payroll Week (September 1st–5th). While Labor Day honors the contributions of American workers, Payroll Week shines a light on the professionals who ensure those workers are paid accurately and on time.
Payroll is more than just numbers—it’s about trust, compliance, and financial well-being. Every paycheck represents the hard work of your team and the systems you have in place to support them. When payroll runs smoothly, it reinforces employee confidence and strengthens company culture.
At Delta Administrative Services in collaboration with Gotcha Covered HR, we know how crucial it is to balance compliance, accuracy, and timeliness—especially with evolving wage and hour laws.
That’s why we partner with businesses to streamline payroll processes, reduce liability, and give HR teams more time to focus on people, not paperwork.
As you celebrate your team this Labor Day, consider whether your payroll system is serving them as well as it could. If it’s time for an upgrade, let’s talk about solutions that save you time and minimize risk.
Spotlight: CityBusiness Icon Award Honorees
Congratulations to the 2025 New Orleans CityBusiness Icon Honorees!
We’re proud to celebrate Teresa Lawrence, CEO of Delta Administrative Services, named a 2025 Icon Award honoree. We also applaud Mayra Pineda, CEO & President of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana, and Michelle Clark Payne, Chief Strategy Officer at United Way of Southeast Louisiana—along with many other outstanding leaders.
The Icon Awards recognize business leaders whose innovation and vision have made a lasting impact on our region’s economy and community.
Honorees will be celebrated on November 3 at the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) and featured in the November 15 issue of CityBusiness.
Join Us at Louisiana SHRM
We’re excited to share that Delta Administrative Services will be hosting a booth at the Louisiana SHRM Annual Conference & Legal Summit this September in New Orleans — and Gotcha Covered HR is proud to partner alongside them.
Join us September 18–19 as Delta connects with HR leaders, highlights our most requested training programs, and explores solutions that help organizations build stronger teams, better leaders, and healthier workplace cultures.
If you’ll be attending, we’d love for you to stop by the Delta booth to say hello, connect with our team, and learn more about our training programs. We can’t wait to see you there!
HR in the News: Trends and Updates
AI in the Workplace
AI tools are transforming recruiting, scheduling, and performance management. Without oversight, however, they risk embedding bias and compliance challenges.
Remote Work Compliance
States are tightening wage and tax rules for remote employees. Hybrid and fully remote teams need proactive policy reviews to stay compliant.
HR Tip for Labor Day
Holiday Payroll & Scheduling Checklist
Confirm how holiday pay is calculated for exempt vs. non-exempt employees.
Double-check overtime rules if staff are working extra shifts around the holiday.
Clearly communicate schedules and expectations to avoid last-minute confusion.
A few proactive steps now will ensure a smoother holiday for both your employees and your payroll team.
Need help with compliance audits, policy updates, training programs, or planning your fall benefits rollout? We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Gotcha Covered HR CEO Patricia Pannell and Delta Administrative Services CEO, Teresa Lawrence.