10 ways to improve profits in the coming year 10 ways to improve profits in the coming year Thursday, January 3, 2019 For most companies, increasing revenue and profit margins is a goal. Yet, there’s strong competition in most sectors. Here’s a look at ways you can boost your profit margins without having to invest heavily. Read more
Calley named President of Small Business Association of Michigan Calley named President of Small Business Association of Michigan Wednesday, January 2, 2019 Outgoing Lt. Governor to lead organization’s communications and government affairs teams. Read more
The office flu – what causes it and how to avoid it The office flu – what causes it and how to avoid it Wednesday, December 26, 2018 Every year, workplaces throughout the U.S. become incubators for the flu virus, with employees and employers likely fueling the flames, according to a new survey from Staples Business Advantage. Read more
Timely year-end tax actions Timely year-end tax actions Thursday, December 20, 2018 The alteration in the standard deduction and how taxpayers have been accustomed to using it may be the single most important factor for tax planning into 2019. Read more
When holiday gifts and parties are deductible or taxable When holiday gifts and parties are deductible or taxable Tuesday, December 18, 2018 The holiday season is a great time for businesses to show their appreciation for employees and customers by giving them gifts or hosting holiday parties. Read more
Gov Signs Paid Sick Leave, Minimum Wage Changes Gov Signs Paid Sick Leave, Minimum Wage Changes Tuesday, December 18, 2018 Gov. Rick Snyder Friday signed into law changes to the minimum wage and paid sick leave initiatives favored by the GOP Legislature and the business community. Read more
House Agrees To Cap Citizens Petition Signatures By Congressional Districts House Agrees To Cap Citizens Petition Signatures By Congressional Districts Tuesday, December 18, 2018 Signatures for ballot proposals would be capped for each congressional district at 15 percent of the total number of signatures submitted -- and anything beyond that would be thrown out -- under legislation that leapt from committee and was approved by the House, 60-49, Wednesday. Read more
Employees are stressed out Employees are stressed out Monday, December 17, 2018 This time of year many of your employees may experience increased stress levels due to the holidays. But according to a recent survey by Korn Ferry, this stress isn’t the only extra pressure your employees have felt lately Read more
The benefits of big picture project planning The benefits of big picture project planning Monday, December 17, 2018 Understand a client’s business challenges in order to help serve them better. Read more
Important changes for 2019 payroll Important changes for 2019 payroll Thursday, December 13, 2018 Prepare now for the following payroll changes that will take effect on January 1, 2019, and also consider some actions to take before year-end. Read more