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Courtesy SBAM Approved Partner ASE FMLA poster updated: The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released a newly-updated Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) poster, which is available here. Per the applicable […]
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May 17, 2023
May 16, 2023
Budgets Clearing Both Chambers; GOP Voting ‘No’ En Bloc
Article courtesy MIRS News for SBAM’s Lansing Watchdog e-newsletter The Senate and House were setting up Wednesday their respective spending priorities in preparation for target negotiations with each other and […]
May 15, 2023
Top state leaders unite to accelerate public education improvements for Michigan students
LANSING, Mich. – Launch Michigan, the bipartisan partnership between top state business, education, labor and philanthropic leaders that began as a coalition, today announced its transition to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit […]
May 15, 2023
The Small Business Briefing – May 15, 2023
On this episode of the Small Business Briefing, hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller talked about: Potential Legal Challenges to the Income Tax Rollback, Changes to Talking/Texting While Driving, Independent Contractors and Data Monday.
May 13, 2023
6 Ways to Prevent Burnout at Work
Most everyone knows what the “hustle” is. It’s been a part of work culture since the early 19th century, when the word was first used to mean “gumption” or “hard work.”
May 13, 2023
Offering Paid Volunteer Time Off
Volunteer time off (VTO) is a form of paid leave that gives employees their regular compensation for hours spent in service to an approved charitable or community organization.
May 12, 2023
I-9’s Completed Remotely (Virtually) During COVID Will Now Require In-Person Updating
Last week the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced effective July 31, 2023, remote verification of I-9 documentation will no longer be allowed.
May 12, 2023
How One Negative Employee Can Sour the Bunch
It just takes one bad apple…so the saying goes. One negative employee can have a significant impact on the work environment and the morale of other employees. Here are some ways in which a negative …
May 11, 2023
The Small Business Briefing – May 11, 2023
On today's Small Business Briefing, hosts Brian Calley and Kelli Saunders talked: Inflation, how the end of the Federal Public Health Emergency affects insurance and testing, Michigan roads and infrastructure update and more!
May 11, 2023
How to Build External Recruitment Pipelines
With unemployment still at the lowest levels and demand high, employers have to think outside the box to fill open jobs at their organizations. For many, competing for talent is simply opening up the wallet, …
May 11, 2023
Prosthetics and Orthotics Firm Thrives in Their Niche Market
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Chris and Kim Casteel, co-owners of Anew Life Prosthetics and Orthotics in Detroit, and members of the Small Business Association of Michigan's Leadership Council.
May 9, 2023
Teens Should be Able to Find a Job this Summer in Michigan
Teenagers shouldn't have trouble finding a job this summer, particularly working in hospitality, retail, entertainment or recreation in summer tourist areas, according to Department of Technology, Management and Budget estimates.
May 9, 2023
Nesbitt Wants Debt Paid Down; No ‘Partisan Spending Spree’
Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-Lawton) said Thursday he wants "real negotiations" when Democrats want to start talking with Republicans on getting votes to immediately pass a Fiscal Year 2024 spending plan.
May 9, 2023
What Would Your Employee Do If Served a Subpoena?
“It won’t happen to us,” is a common thought when businesses consider planning for a search warrant or subpoena request. And truthfully, clients have told us that it wasn’t top of mind until it landed …
May 9, 2023
Real Life HR: Struggling to Fill Schedules
It’s great that you are considering offering more flexibility to your employees. This is one way to increase retention and give your employees some control over their time at work.
May 8, 2023
The Small Business Briefing – May 8, 2023
Welcome to SBAM's Small Business Briefing! Here's what hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller discussed today: Budget week at the Capitol, economic development incentives and #DataMonday.
May 8, 2023
Proposed Legislative Proposals Prove Problematic for Small Business
Updated August 2, 2023 There are several pieces of proposed legislation that, if enacted, will be harmful to Michigan’s small businesses. House Bill 4390 – Independent Contractor Limitations In perhaps […]
May 8, 2023
Required Payroll Taxes for Employers
As an employer, you face the important task of withholding payroll taxes for employees and paying them to the government. It can get complex, so you need to have a formal process.
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