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April 29, 2025
April 29, 2025
$60M Innovation Fund Cleared For Takeoff
The $60 million Michigan Innovation Fund (MIF), a program meant to help early-stage startups get capital and provide Michigan entrepreneurs with support services, got the go-ahead Tuesday from the Michigan Strategic Fund.
April 29, 2025
Appeals Judge Hood Named To Supreme Court; Bazzi, Trebilcock, Korobkin Names To COA
Court of Appeals Judge Noah Hood was appointed Wednesday to succeed former Justice Elizabeth Clement on the Michigan Supreme Court.
April 29, 2025
A Guide to Understanding Your Deductible
Many of us don't understand basic health care terms. In fact, only 12% of Americans have proficient health literacy skills, according to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy.
April 28, 2025
[Real Life HR] How Often Should Employees Update Beneficiary Forms?
Question: Is it necessary to have employees update their beneficiary forms? If yes, how often?
April 26, 2025
Navigating the Multigenerational Workforce
With five generations in the current workforce, organizations are experiencing an unprecedented blend of experiences and expectations that present both challenges and opportunities for fostering engaging and productive work environments.
April 25, 2025
How Michigan Employers Could Be Affected by Changes to State Unemployment Law
Changes to Michigan’s unemployment insurance law for those who file for jobless benefits increase the maximum number of weeks of eligibility to 26, the maximum weekly benefit amount to $446, and the dependent allowance to …
April 24, 2025
Rethinking Alcohol in the Workplace: What HR Needs to Know
April is Alcohol Awareness Month — a timely reminder for HR teams to assess the role alcohol plays in workplace culture and operations.
April 23, 2025
Mike Rogers Announces U.S. Senate Run
Former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers announced he is running for the U.S. Senate as a Republican to take the empty seat that would be left by U.S. Sen. Gary Peters (D-Oakland County).
April 22, 2025
CRC Suggests Pitching PA 51, Not Finding More Road Money
Public Act 51 of 1951, the law that divvies up the state's road money, should be repealed and replaced with a “rational formula” that splits up the dollars based on needs and the costs of …
April 22, 2025
Blue Cross Works to Protect Members from Rising Drug Costs
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network have been working to lower drug prices on many different fronts.
April 21, 2025
Good Deeds, Great Returns: The Win-Win of Employee Volunteerism
Employee volunteer programs are no longer just a “nice to have”—they’re a strategic investment with measurable returns.
April 19, 2025
3 Steps to Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is about acknowledging your emotions, understanding them, and choosing how to respond—especially when the pressure is on.
April 17, 2025
Retaining Today’s Workforce: Adapting to the Work to Live Mindset
Today’s younger generations—Millennials and Gen Z in particular—aren’t driven by the same ideals that motivated workers in decades past.
April 16, 2025
Making Health Care More Personal Helps Blue Cross Members
When you see your doctor, the appointment always starts by gathering information: height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, symptoms and medical history. That’s because your health care is deeply personal – and what is best …
April 15, 2025
U.S. Rep James Joins Governor’s Race
U.S. Rep. John James (R-Shelby Township) announced Monday on social media that he is running for Michigan Governor in 2026.
April 15, 2025
MDOT Says It Needs $2.5B Extra Yearly To Have 90% Of State Road Pavement Good
The state's transportation department will need $2.5 billion in extra investment every year for 90 percent of the road pavement it oversees in good or fair condition before Fiscal Year (FY) 2036, says Greg Brunner, …
April 14, 2025
Thriving in the Age of AI: The 3-Bucket Analysis for Future-Proofing Your Role
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the nature of work and challenging traditional roles across every industry. For HR professionals and employees alike, understanding how AI is reshaping talent is critical to staying ahead.
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