PunchBlog
Time tracking, payroll, and field-team operations
Guides and how-tos from the team building Punch — FLSA overtime rules, geofencing, biweekly pay, split shifts, and everything else small field teams actually deal with.
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What's new in Punch 3.1: 7 countries, currency clarity, and Add a shift
Punch covers 7 countries. Punch 3.1 ships currency clarity (CA$, NZ$, HK$, MX$), auto-applied overtime rules by country, and Add a shift on iOS for missed punches.
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Geofence Time Tracking: How Job Site GPS Works for Field Teams
Learn how geofence time tracking works for job sites, why it only applies to punch-in, and how to set up GPS radius fencing for field crews.
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How to Set Up an Employee Timesheet Approval Workflow (Step-by-Step)
Learn how to build a timesheet approval workflow that catches errors before payroll runs. Covers manager review, rejection reasons, mark-as-paid, and audit trails.
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Landscaping Crew Payroll and Overtime: A Complete Guide for Small Operators
Learn how to handle landscaping crew payroll, overtime rules, and time tracking across multiple job sites. Covers FLSA basics, California rules, and weekly approval workflows.
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How to Export Employee Timesheets to QuickBooks (Step-by-Step)
Export approved employee timesheets to QuickBooks Online in minutes. Learn the exact column format, how net hours are calculated, and which QBO import tools accept the file.
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How to Track Restaurant Split Shifts (AM and PM Service)
Track AM and PM restaurant split shifts accurately. Learn how to record both segments, calculate overtime correctly, and approve time across a split-service day.
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How to Track Employee Hours Without Cell Service
Track employee hours in dead zones and areas without cell service. Learn how offline time tracking works, what gets queued, and what still requires a signal.
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The Best Time Tracking App for Small Businesses in 2026
The best time tracking apps for small businesses in 2026 compared. What to look for, what to avoid, and why pricing structure matters more than features.
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How to Pay Employees Biweekly and Still Calculate Overtime Correctly
Paying employees biweekly doesn't change how FLSA overtime works. Learn how to calculate overtime correctly on a biweekly pay schedule with worked examples.
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FLSA Overtime Rules for Small Business Owners (2026 Guide)
Understand FLSA overtime rules for small business owners in 2026. Learn the 40-hour threshold, state law differences, and how to calculate OT correctly.
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How to Track Employee Hours on a Construction Crew (2026 Guide)
Learn the best way to track employee hours on a construction crew. Geofenced punch-in, offline support, and weekly timesheet approval—built for field teams.
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