Samantha Bowen

Samantha Bowen is the Director of Global Payroll Operations at Oyster HR. She lives and works in Florida, USA.

How to do payroll yourself: A step-by-step guide for small business owners

Here's what to know before you dive in.

Pay equity explained: What it is and why it’s important

Learn why pay equity matters for your compesation policy

Salary vs. hourly pay: Differences + pros and cons

Discover the pros and cons of salary versus hourly pay.

Global payroll compliance: Key risks and how to avoid them

Understand what global payroll compliance means for you.

How to pay international employees: Global payroll guide

Global payroll can be tricky. We've got you covered!

Average raise percentages in 2025 and how to calculate it

Learn the criteria for a salary increase

Who pays for unemployment? Here's what you need to know

How unemployment insurance works for global employers

Payroll service cost in 2025: A guide

Discover how much payroll services cost

How to complete payroll processing in 6 steps

Learn what payroll processing is.

How to determine salary: A global perspective

Discover how to calculate salaries for global employees.

What’s the best way to pay independent contractors?

It’s time to answer: what’s the best way to pay contractors?

What is supplemental pay? Types and examples

What is supplemental pay and why does it matter? Learn key types like bonuses, commissions, and overtime, and how to use them to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and total compensation.

How to set up a payroll account: A step-by-step guide for employers

Set up a payroll account with confidence.

Payroll reports explained: Types, examples, and uses

Learn how effective payroll reporting supports accuracy

How much do benefits cost per employee? A detailed guide

Explore practical ways to optimize your compensation package

7 best expense management software for small business

Find the best expense management software for small businesses.

What is gross pay vs net pay? A guide for employers

Understand gross pay vs. net pay and what it means for your business

How to calculate different types of bonus pay

Incentivize your employees with different types of bonus pay.

Pay compression: What it is and how to avoid it

Learn the causes, impacts, and prevention methods.

Gross pay vs. net pay: What's the difference?

Learn how to differentiate between the two

What are payroll deductions? Simplifying global payroll

Learn about the different types of payroll deductions.

How to implement a total rewards strategy globally

Top tips on launching a global total rewards strategy.

How to account for PTO in payroll

A guide for factoring PTO into your payroll schedule.

Creating a payroll breakdown

Understanding payroll taxes & your employer responsibility.