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August 22, 2016
August 22, 2016
Innovative online lending is changing the industry
An interview with Credibly CEO Glenn Goldman on the depiction of lenders in media and the impact of the industry on the American economy.
August 19, 2016
Consumers Energy Virtual Energy Engineer can save you money
Today on SBAM Shorts you can get quick insight into Consumers Energy's Virtual Energy Engineer program.
August 19, 2016
Hot digital marketing trends to improve your small business sales
A digital marketing expert shares the latest trends to help your small business sales strategy.
August 19, 2016
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan launches Michigan’s first value-based health plan
Blue Cross® Personal Choice PPO offers broad access to care for members at lower costs.
August 17, 2016
Learn how to improve sales at your small business
How can small business owners energize and improve their sales process?
August 15, 2016
Celebrating a new food economy with Local Orbit
Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with Erika Block, the founder of Local Orbit, Ann Arbor, Michigan, the supply chain platform for people who are creating a new, …
August 15, 2016
How to snag more followers for your small business Facebook and Twitter accounts
Tips and tricks for boosting the number of potential customers who follow your small business Facebook and Twitter accounts.
August 13, 2016
Get more “followers” for your business Facebook page
Today on SBAM Shorts we hear from a social media expert about the best ways to get customers to follow you on Facebook.
August 12, 2016
To be or not to be exempt? A review of the Professional Exemption
When it comes to FLSA regs, who are the Professionals?
August 12, 2016
Lawyers are small business owners too!
What are the challenges of being an attorney and a small business owner?
August 12, 2016
New SBAM survey shows small business caution
“We’re not hearing any serious worries expressed yet, but after a couple years of strong economic performance, entrepreneurs seem to be tapping the brakes a bit.”
August 10, 2016
Why should I want to work for you?
An interview question commonly posed to job applicants is, “Why do you want to work here?” In a labor market where qualified talent is in short supply, that question’s point of view could easily be …
August 10, 2016
Profile of MI-50 winner Stewart Industries of Battle Creek
Stewart helps manufacturing companies to improve product quality, line balance issues, off-line processes, and support the overall effectiveness to their current customer base.
August 9, 2016
Who Do The Pundits Think Will Run For Governor?
Even though the next gubernatorial race is two years away, the inside players around town know that the race is already tacitly underway.
August 9, 2016
Primary Shakes Up 15 Most Likely To Flip List
Avid election spectators found relatively few surprises in the results of Tuesday's primary House elections, but the results left behind early indicators of what to expect in November.
August 9, 2016
Banks, Other Incumbents Win; Cook Scott To Return
Incumbent Rep. Brian Banks (D-Harper Woods) hung onto his seat in what became a high-profile 1st district Democratic primary against challenger Pamela Sossi and five other opponents.
August 8, 2016
To be or not to be exempt? A review of the Administrative Exemption
Seriously, what factors qualify “Administrative” employees for the FLSA overtime exemption?
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