When Growth Creates Friction
Every growing small business eventually encounters friction—not from the market, but from within.
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May 29, 2026
May 28, 2026
The Hiring Paradox Facing Recent College Graduates and How Smart Employers Are Responding
Recent college graduates are entering one of the most contradictory job markets in recent memory.
May 28, 2026
Michigan Avoids New Graduated Income Tax… for Now
Last summer, we alerted you about a proposed constitutional amendment being circulated by a group called Invest in MI Kids.
May 26, 2026
Whitsett Returns For First Time Since August, Gives GOP Property Tax Vote
After nearly eight hours of session, lawmakers, staff members and reporters stared at the House voting board...
May 26, 2026
Duggan Ends Independent Campaign For Governor
Independent gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan ended his campaign Thursday, 56 days before the filing deadline...
May 26, 2026
Small Business Policy Wins in a Busy Legislative Week
As spring comes to a close, Michigan’s legislature is nearing its peak productivity as budget negotiations begin in earnest.
May 26, 2026
Employee Assistance Program & Burnout Prevention
Employee well-being is no longer just a benefits conversation – it is a business priority.
May 25, 2026
Trust Drives Growth: Why Succession Confidence Matters in Family Businesses
Family businesses are built on long-term thinking. But when leadership transitions approach, uncertainty can slow more than decision-making...
May 24, 2026
Workplace Gift Giving: Balancing Appreciation and Professionalism
Giving gifts in the workplace can be a meaningful way to strengthen relationships, recognize achievements, and build morale.
May 24, 2026
Creating Unique and Successful Sales Growth Strategies
Creating intentional, differentiated sales strategies is key to driving sustainable business growth in today’s competitive landscape.
May 23, 2026
EEOC Enforcement Trends on Pregnancy Accommodations
Recent enforcement activity by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is sending a clear message to employers...
May 22, 2026
Can a PIP Lead to a Discriminatory Practice Claim?
Under the Supreme Court’s Muldrew doctrine, any term or condition that could impact or affect the employment opportunities of an employee...
May 22, 2026
How Small Businesses Keep Losing Money on Shipping (and Don’t Even See It)
For many small businesses, shipping and delivery expenses don’t show up as a single big line item. Instead, they leak out slowly through higher fees, failed deliveries, returns, wasted labor, […]
May 21, 2026
Should You Post Pay Ranges? Candidate Preferences May Increasingly Drive the Decision
The question of whether or not to include salary ranges on public job postings is age-old, with well-reasoned arguments both for and against.
May 20, 2026
How to Maintain Balance Between Mental and Physical Health
More and more we are hearing high-profile people talk about protecting their mental health.
May 20, 2026
AI Was Supposed to Make Work Easier. Why Are Employees Exhausted?
Artificial intelligence was supposed to simplify work.
May 19, 2026
Poll: Duggan Pulls From Republicans; Rogers Beats El-Sayed, Ties McMorrow, Stevens
A Glengariff Group poll released Tuesday found that Democrat Jocelyn Benson is consolidating her base...
May 19, 2026
MEA Deadlocks On Gubernatorial Pick . . . For Now
The Michigan Education Association (MEA) hit the pause button on making an endorsement in the gubernatorial race...
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