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June 17, 2025
June 16, 2025
Sales Excellence
In today’s fiercely competitive market, small businesses (SMBs) face a daunting challenge – how to scale sales effectively while competing with larger, resource-rich companies.
June 13, 2025
There’s No Pits in this Cherry Industry Success Story
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Bob Sutherland, president of Cherry Republic, a company recognized as one of Michigan's great small business success stories.
June 13, 2025
Leadership Burnout and Its Cost to Business
Burnout can be an individual issue. It can also be a sign of a systemic failure of leadership organization-wide.
June 12, 2025
Rewired: How AI and Data are Reshaping Your Business
The World Economic Forum has made a bold statement: we are in the midst of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and this revolution is more challenging than any before it.
June 10, 2025
Camilleri Pushes For New Fines, Fees & Caps For Hazardous Waste Facilities In MI
When it comes to dropping hazardous waste in one of Michigan's landfills, Sen. Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton) wants fees increased from $10 per ton to $25 beginning in 2026, as well as from 0.5 cents per …
June 10, 2025
Income Tax Surcharge for Schools Being Filed with Board of Canvassers
The Michigan Education Justice Coalition (MEJC) says it has filed petition language for a ballot proposal that would create...
June 10, 2025
Connecting with Your Elected Officials – The Difference Maker
Over the last few months, small business owners in Michigan have engaged in the political process at higher levels than we’ve seen since the pandemic.
June 9, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – June 9, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
June 8, 2025
Unlock the Full Potential of Your Membership with Savings
Running a successful business comes with a considerable amount of costs. SBAM is here to help you manage expenses like employee training, shipping and office equipment.
June 7, 2025
The Mental Health Benefits of Being Socially Connected
You know when you leave a social gathering feeling totally refreshed and completely fulfilled? We’re all familiar with that warm, fuzzy feeling.
June 6, 2025
Award-Winning Woman-Owned Small Business Owner on Client Relationships
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Lorri Rishar, the CEO of Edge Partnerships, recently recognized by Michigan Celebrate Small Business as a woman-owned Small Business of the Year.
June 6, 2025
Why are SBAM Member Companies Joining the SBAM Pooled Employer Plan (PEP)?
Small businesses across Michigan are discovering the advantages of joining the SBAM Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) for their retirement plan needs.
June 2, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – June 2, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
May 30, 2025
Licensed Psychologist Offers Unique Therapeutic Service for High-Achieving Individuals Like Business Owners
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Dr. Lena Agree, licensed psychologist and VIP member of the Small Business Association of Michigan.
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 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.
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