Marketing trends to tackle in 2017
Ringing in the New Year, 2017 has a lot to offer in the world of marketing. 2016 was great, don’t get us wrong. It brought us enhanced visuals, real-time social media, and a new world …
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January 12, 2017
January 6, 2017
With the new administration, what HR rules are on the chopping block?
With the election of Donald Trump and the control of both houses of congress by the Republicans, the question has been asked many times – what Obama Administration rules will be on the chopping block?
January 6, 2017
OSHA finishes update of anti-slip and fall rules
The new rule is under Subpart D of OSHA regulations and is referred to informally as the Walking Working Surfaces section. This revised rule is estimated to apply to over 100 million employees.
January 5, 2017
Retention will be key challenge in 2017
As the “war on talent” continues to the point we are all sick of hearing that phrase, it’s important to also focus on the development and retention of your current employees. Be careful not to …
January 4, 2017
Can the winter blues be a disability?
The holidays are over, it’s cold and dark and we have a long way to go until spring. Most of us at some point or another will feel the effects of the winter blues, from …
January 3, 2017
Hiring veterans who can help make your small business successful
CPI Contract Professionals in Waterford is a veteran-owned business that specializes in technical staffing. Hear company president, Jim Cowper, share some insights on how to find and hire veterans.
January 2, 2017
HR trends to expect in 2017
2017 is right around the corner, and the HR industry is ever changing. The war for talent continues to evolve, performance reviews as we know them are disappearing, and just when we figured out the …
January 1, 2017
Michigan’s minimum wage to increase in January
The new year will kick off with a raise for some Michigan workers; at least those making minimum wage.
December 28, 2016
Preparing for a new year in talent acquisition
The current year offered challenges, wins and opportunities for many, but what should talent acquisition teams expect in 2017?
December 28, 2016
New SBAM survey shows small business optimism despite tight labor market
After seeming to tap the brakes in the summer, small business owners’ sales and profits accelerated over the past six months, according to the latest Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Barometer survey.
December 23, 2016
How to recruit military veterans for your workforce
Today on the SBAM Shorts audio report.
December 23, 2016
A unique way to attract and keep good employees
A unique technique Michigan First Credit Union is using to attract and keep good employees: a concierge service.
December 21, 2016
These 13 things lived through lame duck
A few of the more high-profile items didn't survive lame duck, but several pieces of legislation made it through Wednesday night and early Thursday morning.
December 21, 2016
Energy compromise wins big in both chambers, heads to governor’s desk
It took an entire session to do it, but legislation designed to shore up Michigan's electricity market amid declining in-state production passed the House today 79-28 on the back of an 11th-hour deal spearheaded by …
December 21, 2016
Choosing the right IRA plan for your small business
Pros and cons of three key retirement plans
December 19, 2016
Business standard mileage rate decreases to 53.5 cents in 2017
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2017, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be ...
December 19, 2016
Can office layout produce gender bias?
As organizations think about ways to address this issue and to develop and advance women, they should evaluate whether the office floor plan is creating gender bias.
December 19, 2016
My coworker got me sick
Even though employees and employers are aware of prevention techniques and the dangers of coming to work while ill, nearly 80% of employees still admitted that they went to work sick last year.
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