Unemployment Law Changes this Week: More Work Searches, Domestic Violence Protection, Expanded Work Share
Important changes in Michigan unemployment law are coming over the next week that will significantly impact unemployed workers and employers.
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July 16, 2026
July 16, 2026
The PTO Culture Test – The Effect of Asking One Simple Question
Paid time off is one of the most valued employee benefits, yet many employees still hesitate to fully disconnect when they take it.
July 15, 2026
Crying at Work is a Symptom, Not the Problem
Crying at work is more common than many leaders realize and can serve as a visible indicator of deeper workplace stress and burnout.
July 15, 2026
Is AI in HR Becoming a Liability for Your Business?
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how employers manage hiring, employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning. While these tools can improve efficiency, they can also create significant legal, compliance, and […]
July 14, 2026
Whitmer Vetoes Long-Awaited 9 Bills, Says It’s Too Late
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Friday vetoed the nine lame-duck passed bills withheld from her desk for 18 months...
July 14, 2026
El-Sayed, Stevens Avoid Democratic In-Fighting Questions, As They Shred Each Other
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Friday vetoed the nine lame-duck passed bills withheld from her desk for 18 months...
July 13, 2026
The Small Business Briefing – July 13, 2026
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
July 13, 2026
You Don’t Think About Energy Security – Until Everything Gets Pricier
Energy security is the invisible force that keeps daily life running, but reliable energy is at risk.
July 12, 2026
Building Marketing Fandoms and Emotional Connections
Marketing today is about more than promoting products – it’s about creating meaningful connections that turn customers into loyal fans.
July 12, 2026
AI Hiring Tools Can Create Hidden FCRA Risks
Organizations are constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and gain an advantage over the competition.
July 11, 2026
Mid-Year HR Compliance Check-In: How does your organization rate?
As organizations move into the second half of the year, HR leaders have an opportunity to evaluate whether policies, practices, and documentation remain aligned...
July 10, 2026
How Four New Supreme Court Decisions Impact HR
As always, the final days of June bring a wave of decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court on major cases.
July 9, 2026
The Resume Black Hole May Be Hiding Your Next Great Hire
Applicant tracking systems, AI-powered screening tools, automated workflows, and high-volume recruiting processes help employers manage hundreds, sometimes thousands, of applications.
July 8, 2026
Hope is Not a Strategy, but it Should be a Leadership Responsibility
Leaders are often expected to provide confidence during uncertain times.
July 7, 2026
Weighted Funding Formula, Phonics Push Loaded Into School Bus
Legislators took another step toward a weighted school funding system that directs more money to poor, special education and English-as-a-second language students...
July 7, 2026
Austere Omnibus Budget Rolls Through The Night After Long, Complex Journey
The era of free-flowing COVID-19 money is officially over as a blurred-eyed House and Senate Friday passed a $75 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget...
July 7, 2026
Small Business Association of Michigan Bolsters Board of Directors with New Chair, Addition of Three Small Business Owners
The Small Business Association of Michigan has named three additional small business owners to lead the organization as part of its Board of Directors...
July 6, 2026
The Small Business Briefing – July 6, 2026
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
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