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July 13, 2016
July 12, 2016
Optimize your workforce
As employers it’s important to consider how we can contribute to economic growth and workforce optimization within our respective organizations. Many of us, in our people-related roles, have opportunities to influence growth through employee acquisition, …
July 11, 2016
Tips and advice for landing the great employees your firm needs
Sheri Welsh, owner of Welsh and Associates of Kalamazoo, is a nationally-known expert in employee. Listen to her tips to help find the best talent.
July 8, 2016
Millions of Android smartphones hit with HummingBad malware
A malicious app called HummingBad has taken hold of about 10 million Android phones around the world, and it collects your personal data, plus makes it act like you’ve clicked on ads that, well, you …
July 8, 2016
Profile of business consultant George Scott
Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with business coach and consultant George Scott, owner of Business Consulting Services
July 8, 2016
Employer Notices From The Health Insurance Exchange
Beginning in late June, some of your customers, considered an Applicable Large Employer (ALE) according to the Affordable Care Act, may have received a notice from the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace/Exchange. This notice is in …
July 7, 2016
The Apple iWatch at one-year and other small business tech topics
Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, interviews Linda Daichendt, executive director of the Mobile Technology Association of Michigan.
July 6, 2016
Complexities of paying a salary to a non-exempt employee part 3
Over the last several weeks, we have issued a series of articles covering the three different methods you can use to pay a non-exempt employee a salary plus overtime: Fixed Salary for a Set Number …
July 6, 2016
The latest State of the State economic survey: the implications for your small business sales and profits
Generally positive results of the latest State of the State survey and what that implies for your small business sales and profits.
July 4, 2016
The explosion of video on social media and other hot tech topics
Hear the latest from tech expert Tony Merlo, owner of SmarterPhones.net.
July 4, 2016
Six things your business has that cybercriminals want
Belief and opinion are the biggest hurdles in implementing effective security that can help prevent an attack by cybercriminals.
July 1, 2016
How to save money on your cellular data plan
Ideas to help you save on your cellular data plan, myths of battery usage and the virtues of fixing rather than replacing your mobile devices.
July 1, 2016
How Consumers Energy can help you grow your business. Today on SBAM Shorts.
Michael Rogers talks with Lisa Gustafson, Executive Director, Business Customer Care for Consumers Energy.
July 1, 2016
5 low-cost marketing research techniques for small businesses
Big companies spend millions of dollars on TV ads, national surveys, and focus groups in order to connect with customers and better understand their needs. For successful businesses, it’s a necessary investment. Doing marketing research …
June 29, 2016
Improve your access to capital through SBA 504 lending
Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, interviews Beth Ann Arroyo, senior loan officer for the Economic Development Foundation (EDF).
June 28, 2016
DPS Bills Signed Into Law With No Hats Or Horns
The executive office confirmed Snyder signed the controversial legislation to allow DPS Transition Manager Steven RHODES to "get on with the business" of turning DPS around.
June 28, 2016
Which 3 House Races Were Added To Top 15 Most Likely To Flip?
This year's unexpected rise of presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald TRUMP and the inaugural year of split-ticket voting for Michigan voters has thrown crystal ball-gazers of the 2016 Michigan House races a couple of curveballs.
June 27, 2016
Making it easier for foreign entrepreneurs to set up shop in the U.S.
An easier process to permit foreign entrepreneurs to set up businesses in the U.S., debunking five common myths about entrepreneurship, tough times for salmon fishing in the Great Lakes and how some states are dealing …
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