The Small Business Briefing – October 20, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
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October 20, 2025
October 18, 2025
Award-Winning Small Business has Great Advice on Inclusion and Accessibility for the Neurodiverse in Your Workplace
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Reena Naami, Owner and Founding CEO of the Spark Center for Autism, honored this year as a member of the prestigious Michigan 50 Companies to Watch.
October 17, 2025
Can You Add a Tobacco Surcharge?
Can you add a tobacco surcharge to healthcare premiums? The answer is yes. However, since tobacco surcharges were instituted by various employers, they have been under attack by employees, particularly through class action lawsuits.
October 16, 2025
Stay Interviews Are Out. Real Conversations Are In.
Most organizations conduct interviews when someone is coming in or going out, but what about the time in between? That’s where stay interviews come in.
October 15, 2025
Michigan Approves State Tax Breaks on Tips, Overtime, and Social Security
Governor Whitmer signed a new law this week that will allow Michigan tipped workers to take a deduction for tip income and the broader group of non-exempt and hourly workers to deduct overtime pay from …
October 15, 2025
Embracing the AI Era
Artificial intelligence isn’t just the next technological wave; it’s a transformation that will touch every role, every industry, and every employee.
October 14, 2025
What Small Businesses Need to Know: Going PRO’s Future
The Going PRO Talent Fund provides competitive, performance-based grants directly to employers to fund training for both current and new employees.
October 14, 2025
Governor Signs $81B Budget Behind Closed Doors
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Tuesday signed an $81 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 budget behind the locked doors of her ceremonial office with the four legislative leaders who crafted the final deal.
October 14, 2025
Payroll Tax Cuts For New Jobs May Become Michigan’s Next Big Business Incentive Tool
House Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Township) said Tuesday he's open to working with the Governor on something that's been a part of her economic development wishlist since early 2024: the "HIRE Michigan" program. The plan …
October 13, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – October 13, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
October 11, 2025
Fast Growing Sunfield Center Honored as One of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Blaine Schultz, owner of Cooper Consulting.
October 10, 2025
Fall Team Building
The change of seasons offers a unique opportunity to engage employees, strengthen connections, and infuse some fun into the workplace.
October 9, 2025
10 HR Buzzwords That Are Shaping the Modern Workplace
As the workplace evolves, so does the language we use to describe it. Some HR terms capture trends, some reflect challenges, and some are just plain fun to talk about.
October 8, 2025
Restoring the Roar: Leadership Lessons from the Detroit Lions’ Coach Playbook
Running an NFL team can mirror running an organization, complete with boardroom pressure, talent management, culture, customer needs, and results.
October 7, 2025
Hall: Earmark Transparency Shutdown Government; Anthony: GOP Inserted Chaos Into Process
So, why exactly did the state government operate for four hours Wednesday morning without a budget? Not surprisingly, it depends on who you ask.
October 7, 2025
A Lot Of People Jumping On Board Late School Bus
A $21.3 billion School Aid Fund budget that increases the per-pupil allowance 4.6 percent to $10,050 per pupil, retains the free breakfast and lunch and increases by 25% funding for “at-risk” school districts and English …
October 7, 2025
Quiet Cracking: Prevent this Trend from Impacting Your Business
“Quiet Cracking” is a phenomenon where employees experience persistent job dissatisfaction, leading to feelings of...
October 6, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – October 6, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
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