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November 3, 2025
November 2, 2025
Why a PEP Can Be a Better Option for Retirement Planning
When it comes to retirement planning, small businesses often face a challenge: offering a competitive 401(k) plan without...
November 1, 2025
Are You Quietly Adding Responsibilities Without Support?
Quiet promotions – where employees take on more responsibility without a pay raise – are becoming increasingly common as companies manage tighter budgets.
October 31, 2025
What is an Interactive Process for ADA Purposes?
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the interactive process for accommodations requires an ongoing dialogue between employer and employee to identify appropriate accommodations.
October 31, 2025
Recruiters Aren’t Vendors – They’re Strategic Partners. How to Help Them Win for You.
The conversation about hiring has changed dramatically in the past decade. Once upon a time, recruiters were viewed as service providers – people who processed resumes and filled open seats.
October 30, 2025
Keep an Eye on Different State’s Personnel File Laws
With a lot of focus recently on different state laws pertaining to paid time off, don’t forget that states also have their own laws on personnel file management.
October 30, 2025
Napping at Work? It’s Common in Japan.
In Japan, the practice of Inemuri, sleeping while present, is not a sign of laziness but rather a cultural nuance that reflects dedication and hard work.
October 29, 2025
Understanding the Emerging Personality Type in the Workplace: The Otrovert
I’ve long identified as an introvert. I recharge in quiet reflection and carefully consider my decisions before acting. Yet leading a dynamic organization often requires stepping into the shoes of an extrovert such as speaking …
October 29, 2025
The Importance of Expanding Your Knowledge and Growth Potential While Remaining True to Your Core Values
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Heather Isch, President & Owner of LKF Marketing in Kalamazoo and a member of the SBAM board of directors.
October 28, 2025
Senate OKs Special Spending Disclosure, Hall Not Satisfied
The Senate October 21 passed SB 596, legislation requiring lawmakers' special spending requests to be detailed and uploaded online for the public to review at least 10 days before budget agreements are voted on by both …
October 28, 2025
MSF Tells Gotion That It Looks Like The Deal Is Off
The Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) alerted Gotion last month that it was defaulting on its obligations to move forward on its planned electric vehicle battery plant near Big Rapids and that it expects repayment of …
October 28, 2025
The Numbers Are In: Which Gubernatorial Candidate Leads the Field in Fundraising
Monday marked the most recent filing deadline for statewide candidates in Michigan, meaning voters have new insight into the candidates vying for their votes next November.
October 27, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – October 27, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
October 24, 2025
Updates on Pay Transparency
Massachusetts, California and the state of Washington have new pay transparency requirements that employers need to be aware of.
October 23, 2025
Will Human Quotas be the Next Frontier in Workforce Diversity?
Artificial intelligence is woven into nearly every part of work life. But as AI becomes more capable, a new question is surfacing in HR circles: how much work should still be done by people?
October 23, 2025
No One Wants to Lead: How HR Can Respond to the Rise of “Conscious Unbossing”
A new trend is reshaping workplace dynamics: fewer workers want to be managers, and HR needs to take notice and plan for the rise of “conscious unbossing.”
October 22, 2025
Childcare Affordability Causing a She-Cession?
Childcare costs are placing a significant burden on U.S. families, and data now shows that these affordability pressures are affecting the nation’s labor force.
October 22, 2025
Compliance with PUMP Act Accommodation for Outside Workers
Since the federal PUMP Act went into effect in mid-2023, employers with more than 15 employees are required to provide nursing mothers with a private space to express milk at work.
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