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April 19, 2025
3 Steps to Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is about acknowledging your emotions, understanding them, and choosing how to respond—especially when the pressure is on.
April 18, 2025
A Process-Driven Approach to Marketing Success
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Lisa Smith and Angelique Duphene of Inverve Marketing, recently recognized by Michigan Celebrates Small Business as a Woman-Owned Business of the Year.
April 17, 2025
Retaining Today’s Workforce: Adapting to the Work to Live Mindset
Today’s younger generations—Millennials and Gen Z in particular—aren’t driven by the same ideals that motivated workers in decades past.
April 16, 2025
Making Health Care More Personal Helps Blue Cross Members
When you see your doctor, the appointment always starts by gathering information: height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, symptoms and medical history. That’s because your health care is deeply personal – and what is best …
April 15, 2025
Retirement’s Impact on Small Businesses
COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS: HOW RETIREMENT PLANS CAN MAKE A BIG IMPACT ON SMALL BUSINESSES Retirement plans are an essential business strategy for attracting talent, controlling costs, and securing employees’ financial future. […]
April 15, 2025
U.S. Rep James Joins Governor’s Race
U.S. Rep. John James (R-Shelby Township) announced Monday on social media that he is running for Michigan Governor in 2026.
April 15, 2025
MDOT Says It Needs $2.5B Extra Yearly To Have 90% Of State Road Pavement Good
The state's transportation department will need $2.5 billion in extra investment every year for 90 percent of the road pavement it oversees in good or fair condition before Fiscal Year (FY) 2036, says Greg Brunner, …
April 14, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – April 14, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
April 14, 2025
Thriving in the Age of AI: The 3-Bucket Analysis for Future-Proofing Your Role
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the nature of work and challenging traditional roles across every industry. For HR professionals and employees alike, understanding how AI is reshaping talent is critical to staying ahead.
April 13, 2025
Pickleball Pioneers Power Their Way to Growth and Success
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Christy Howden, the CEO and co-founder of very successful and growing Wolverine Pickleball in Ann Arbor.
April 12, 2025
Spring Cleaning: Employment Driving Checks
Do you have employees who drives for work purposes? Are you aware of everyone who does so for your company?
April 11, 2025
Are You Ready? Michigan to Enforce New Energy Code for Commercial Buildings
The State of Michigan has officially approved and filed the new energy code that will go into enforcement on April 22, 2025. This code impacts all commercial construction. If you need to pull a commercial …
April 10, 2025
Resource Updates for Michigan Employers
New Veteran poster and I-9 form requirements and updates for Michigan employers.
April 9, 2025
10 Ways Blue Cross is Helping Members Lower Health Care Costs
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is managing health care costs while improving the quality of health care members receive.
April 8, 2025
McMorrow Launches U.S. Senate Bid To Replace Peters In 2026
Sen. Mallory McMorrow (D-Royal Oak) officially launched her U.S. Senate campaign for 2026, becoming the first major party candidate to announce with a clear ability to raise money and to appear on the ballot next year.
April 8, 2025
Dems Doing Well In Post-Trump Special Elections, What Does It Mean For SD-35?
Democrats in special elections this year are performing stronger than past Vice President Kamala Harris did in November.
April 7, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – April 7, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
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