As expected, FinCEN issued a new “interim final rule” for the Corporate Transparency Act on Friday night. The phrase “interim final rule” refers to a rule issued by a government agency that takes effect immediately …
Simple payroll errors are avoidable, but if you don’t pay attention, you could potentially end up facing consequences that cost thousands of dollars in compliance penalties.
Employers should not ask applicants about their immigration status, including whether they are a citizen, naturalized citizen, lawful permanent resident, or refugee.
A new computer system called MiUI is coming at the end of this year to the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) and there are several things employers and third-party administrators (TPAs) can do to make …
An important compliance deadline is coming up related to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA). As a reminder, the Earned Sick Time Act went into effect on February 21, 2025. […]
As leaders, we are constantly faced with opportunities, challenges, and new initiatives vying for our attention. The ability to focus has never been more critical, yet it is often misunderstood.
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Stacy Collick, sales manager for Dollar Bill Printing.
As Millennials and Gen Z professionals reshape the workplace, there is a growing emphasis on employee wellbeing. Today, wellbeing is no longer a secondary benefit but a strategic priority for organizations looking to attract and …
Increasingly, employers are requiring employees to return from remote work. The business benefits cited most often include strengthening the organization’s culture and increasing productivity. CCH HR Insights reports on a recent Express Employment Professional-Harris Poll …
(LIVONIA) – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer took three questions from the press on Wednesday after her pre-K enrollment announcement, with the most significant comments being her preference to not get rid of corporate incentives such as …
The state’s 4.25% income tax rate would be cut to 4.05%, matching the level the state landed on after the one-year rollback spurred by the 2015 gas tax reduction, under legislation that moved out of …
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
Neurodivergent individuals – those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences – bring unique perspectives and strengths that can greatly benefit organizations. However, without proper support and accommodations, they may struggle to thrive.
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Megan Anders, General Manager and VP of Frame Industries, Inc., also known as Chelsea Plank Flooring.
As we celebrate Women's History Month, we are thrilled to announce that Consumers Energy is proudly sponsoring the Women-Owned Small Businesses of the Year. This year, we are honoring ten exceptional businesses that have made significant contributions …
As organizations push for return-to-office (RTO) mandates, a new workplace trend has emerged: task masking. This behavior, where employees appear busy without necessarily being productive, is a growing concern for HR professionals striving to foster genuine …
