Amended Earned Sick Time Act Update
This article has been updated on March 17, 2025 (updates in bold) in accordance with newly released FAQs by the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Governor Whitmer signed HB […]
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May 19, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – May 19, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
May 19, 2025
What is Floor Time, the Viral Mental Health Trend?
You may have seen people lying on the floor in a viral social media trend. They aren’t scrolling on their phones, watching TV or engaged in any other activity.
May 17, 2025
2025 Compensation Insights: Modest Raises and Graduates’ Job Market Challenges
Smaller raises expected in 2025 as graduates enter the job market with unrealistic expectations
May 16, 2025
Why Postpartum Benefits Matter More Than Ever
Postpartum recovery is a deeply personal journey, but support can make a big difference. Care and resources following childbirth improve a mother's long-term outcomes.
May 16, 2025
How a Furniture Store Supports their Local Community and Local Entrepreneurs
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Ehab Awad, Chief Operating Officer for Best Furniture Outlet in Lansing, an SBAM Elite Member.
May 15, 2025
The Unbossing Generation: Why Gen Z is Hesitant to Lead and How We Can Change That
A new trend is emerging in workplaces nationwide: unbossing. Gen Z is showing less interest in traditional leadership roles. At first glance, this might seem like a red flag for the future of business, but …
May 14, 2025
Why Pass/Fail Background Check Policies Are a Legal Risk for Employers
The trend for ban-the-box laws continues to grow, so it is surprising that some employers still have pass/fail policies and processes for background checks that eliminate applicants from consideration without any individualized assessment.
May 13, 2025
RICE Generators Preserved Under House Passed Bill
Yoopers might have a different accent than us trolls who live under the bridge, but the difference in energy needs between the two peninsulas would be closer to reconciliation under bills preserving the Reciprocating Internal …
May 13, 2025
Senate Approps’ Budgets Feature New $372.5M Infrastructure Fund, Tariff Grants & More
Increasing public schools' foundation allowances to $10,008 per-pupil, a new $372.5 million "Community Infrastructure Fund" for local governments and $100 million in "economic relief" grants directly related to the White House's tariff policies were moved …
May 12, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – May 12, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
May 11, 2025
Too Many Choices Give You Anxiety? Here’s What to Do.
You’ve likely heard of FOMO, or fear of missing out. But FOBO, or fear of a better option, is making a resurgence on social media.
May 10, 2025
The Power of Cognitive Diversity in the Workplace
In the relentless pursuit of higher productivity, better retention, and stronger collaboration, many organizations invest heavily in tools, training, and strategy. But amid these efforts, a critical truth often goes unaddressed: people think differently — …
May 9, 2025
IRS Releases 2026 HSA Plan Limits and Plan Designs
Starting in 2007, the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 (TRHCA) requires that the IRS release the upcoming year’s new HSA limits prior to June 1st. Stay updated with the latest limits and …
May 9, 2025
Selling or Buying a Business – Advice on Getting the Most Out of Your Investment
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Kalyan Rachakonda, owner of Transworld Business Advisors of Sterling Heights.
May 9, 2025
Mental Health Conditions in the Workplace
May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. The 2025 theme is “Turn Awareness into Action,” encouraging individuals and communities to translate understanding into meaningful steps toward change.
May 8, 2025
Update: Independent Contractor Classification Regulatory and Legislative Activity
Last week the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced (5/1 Field Assistance Bulletin) it will stop enforcing its Biden-era regulations on determining what an independent contractor (IC) is and go back to a standard set …
May 7, 2025
AI in Recruitment is on the Rise – Will Job Seekers Adopt?
Much is being written and discussed lately about the adoption of AI in the recruitment process. One industry expert recently speculated that recruiters are one of two positions (attorneys being the second) that may be …
May 6, 2025
Whitmer is Not Done Trying to Partner with Trump White House
Bringing new fighter jets to Macomb County will not be the last time the Governor negotiates with the Trump White House.
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