News & Resources

Year-End Payroll Checklist for Employers

As the year comes to a close, it’s important to review your payroll, HR, and benefits processes to ensure a smooth transition into the new year.

November 7, 2025

Dealing with Religious Accommodations

Religious accommodations are increasingly becoming an issue for HR.

November 7, 2025

Creating a Work Environment that Encourages Employees to Grow and Want to Stay

On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Joe Bamberger, managing partner of Emerge, named this year to the list of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch.

November 6, 2025

Should a Company Have a Severance Policy for Individual Separations?

ASE’s last Michigan Policies and Practices Survey reports that on average over half of Michigan employers (55%) responding do not provide severance pay.

November 6, 2025

Now What? Navigating ESTA End-of-Year Requirements

Michigan HR professionals have been navigating the complexities of the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) since its effective date, February 21, 2025. As the year draws to a close, a new set of administrative and …

November 5, 2025

Turn the AI Skills Gap into an Opportunity for Growth

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of the workplace. However, while 72% of U.S. hiring managers say their company uses AI – up from 66% last fall – 55% admit their company doesn't have the …

November 4, 2025

Nesbitt, Cox Take on James for Passing on Debate

(SPARTA) - Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-Lawton) and former Attorney General Mike Cox took on fellow Republican...

November 4, 2025

Appeals Court: House Must Present 9 Lame Duck Bills to Governor

A Michigan Court of Appeals panel ruled Oct. 27 the nine bills passed during lame duck must be sent to the Governor’s desk.

November 3, 2025

The Small Business Briefing – November 3, 2025

Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.

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November 3, 2025

The Shift’s Over. Now What?

Sometimes, you just need help for one shift. Not a new hire. Not a long onboarding process. Just one extra set of hands – today, for five hours.

November 1, 2025

Are You Quietly Adding Responsibilities Without Support?

Quiet promotions – where employees take on more responsibility without a pay raise – are becoming increasingly common as companies manage tighter budgets.

October 31, 2025

What is an Interactive Process for ADA Purposes?

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the interactive process for accommodations requires an ongoing dialogue between employer and employee to identify appropriate accommodations.

October 31, 2025

Recruiters Aren’t Vendors – They’re Strategic Partners. How to Help Them Win for You.

The conversation about hiring has changed dramatically in the past decade. Once upon a time, recruiters were viewed as service providers – people who processed resumes and filled open seats.

October 30, 2025

Keep an Eye on Different State’s Personnel File Laws

With a lot of focus recently on different state laws pertaining to paid time off, don’t forget that states also have their own laws on personnel file management.

October 30, 2025

Napping at Work? It’s Common in Japan.

In Japan, the practice of Inemuri, sleeping while present, is not a sign of laziness but rather a cultural nuance that reflects dedication and hard work.

October 29, 2025

Understanding the Emerging Personality Type in the Workplace: The Otrovert

I’ve long identified as an introvert. I recharge in quiet reflection and carefully consider my decisions before acting. Yet leading a dynamic organization often requires stepping into the shoes of an extrovert such as speaking …