Does office layout affect productivity?
Many studies have shown that the environment employees work in does have an effect on their productivity. From wall colors, to furniture, to technology, to office layout…it all makes a difference.
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April 3, 2017
April 3, 2017
Anti-trust concerns in hiring and compensation
On the list of wrongful employment practice issues, the risk of engaging in illegal anti-trust practices is pretty far down there.
March 30, 2017
How computer coding schools can help you fill tomorrow’s job openings
Today on the SBAM Shorts audio report.
March 30, 2017
Study suggests telecommuting employees may have lower wage growth
According to Global Workplace Analytics, a San Diego-based consulting firm that specializes in flexible-workplace strategies, 20-25% of U.S. employees are estimated to telecommute at least once per year.
March 28, 2017
Maturen Giving ‘Dark Stores’ Another Try; Brandenburg Calls It ‘Money Grab’
Rep. Dave MATUREN (R-Brady Twp.) announced Tuesday he's giving his "dark stores" legislation another try this session after a Senate committee sat on a similar bill last session and appears poised to do it again this term.
March 28, 2017
Key House R’s Looking Into DTMB Funding Following Critical Audit
An exasperated Rep. Joe GRAVES (R-Linden) suggested Thursday the project management section of the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) deserve a "hair cut" after officials failed to convince him they were making significant progress on …
March 28, 2017
How Gorsuch Might Impact MI Cases Petitioning For Supreme Court Hearings
As U.S. Supreme Court nominee Neil GORSUCH undergoes his third day of confirmation hearings, three prominent suits that originated in Michigan are petitioning the nation's highest court to have their cases heard.
March 28, 2017
How to be a small business advocate
If you care about something, you advocate for it. I care about small business, so I use every opportunity to spread the word. To advocate means, “to speak or write in favor of; to support …
March 28, 2017
Five key technologies to implement in your small business
Learn how to improve your business online messaging.
March 28, 2017
Profile of a Detroit cool place to work
Michael Rogers, communications officer for the Small Business Association of Michigan, interviews Jordan Acker of Goodman Acker PC, named a Cool Place to Work in Michigan by Crain’s Detroit Business.
March 24, 2017
Michigan’s thirteenth annual small business awards program announces 2017 winners
Nearly 60 businesses will be honored May 4th during National Small Business Week; honorees recognized for role in growing Michigan’s economy and creating jobs.
March 24, 2017
How to handle a multi-generational workforce
Business coach and consultant Tom Borg shares his tips.
March 22, 2017
When may an employer inquire about an employee’s medical condition?
When strange behavior or certain performance issues are very subtle, should an employer inquire about a medical condition?
March 21, 2017
Is The Sick Leave Issue Of The Minimum Wage Caliber?
The last two times the Democrats pressed hard for a minimum wage hike, legislative Republicans ended up passing an increase rather than risk a ballot proposal that they viewed would have been tougher on their …
March 21, 2017
Finance Committee Starts Tax Cut Testimony
The Senate Finance Committee began taking testimony Thursday on what the state might do to dramatically change course and attract more people and businesses.
March 21, 2017
How to be a better delegator
Today on the SBAM Shorts audio report coach and trainer Tom Borg shares tips and advice.
March 16, 2017
A rise in pay equity claims will hit employers hard in the future
Although Equal Pay Act (EPA) EEOC charges are small in number, the trend is growing. Over the past three years, the number of charges filed rose from 938 to 1,075 or 15%.
March 15, 2017
Do you know what to do if ICE comes knocking on your door?
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has indicated that it will triple its I-9 audits this year.
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