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November 20, 2025
November 20, 2025
Comparing Economic Development Bills: Why SBAM Prefers the House’s Version
The Michigan legislature is currently on break and is set to return the first week of December. With only 7 scheduled session days remaining on the 2025 calendar, lawmakers have committed to making economic development …
November 20, 2025
Performance Improvement Plan Considerations
Earlier this month an ASE member asked about whether doing a performance improvement plan (PIP) made sense if an employee was not performing well and respective management did not think a PIP would work. Should …
November 20, 2025
Family-founded Business Thrives in West Michigan’s Culture of Growth and Entrepreneurship
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Evan Mathison, a member of the Small Business Association of Michigan board...
November 19, 2025
Implications of AI in Compensation
Artificial Intelligence is expanding its role in human resources, moving beyond its initial applications in recruitment and hiring to encompass compensation analysis and job description creation.
November 18, 2025
SBAM Pushes for Legal Reform with New Coalition
Last Wednesday, November 12th, SBAM participated in the launch of a new coalition called the Michigan Alliance for Legal Reform.
November 18, 2025
James & Benson Neck and Neck, Duggan 13 Points Behind In Poll
New polling from the Lansing-based firm EPIC-MRA shows a tight race for governor, widespread concern about the impact of tariffs, a close contest for the U.S. Senate, and measured job approval ratings for both Michigan's …
November 18, 2025
Economic Development To Be Main Focus After Break
A business creating new jobs could receive an annual payroll credit of up to 50 percent of their income tax withholding until 2036 under the Real Jobs Tax Credit announced Thursday.
November 18, 2025
Introducing MiUI University
The Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) is transitioning to a new, modern computer system called MiUI that will be used by employers and claimants for all their tax and benefits needs. […]
November 18, 2025
Advice for Future Founders
Starting your own business is exhilarating, but it’s also intimidating. If I could offer one piece of advice to any woma...
November 17, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – November 17, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
November 17, 2025
The Best Talent Might Be 3 Blocks Away – But You’ll Never Find Them on a Job Board
The best talent might be three blocks away, but you'll never find them on a Job Board.
November 16, 2025
Do Your Managers Conduct Quiet Firing?
Many managers try to steer clear of conflict, especially during stressful times like performance reviews.
November 15, 2025
Why Most Workplace Change Fails and How to Fix It
Change is constant, yet implementing it effectively remains a challenge for many organizations.
November 13, 2025
Expanding Veterinary Hospital Focuses on Compassionate Care and Community Involvement
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Dr. Lindsay Ruland, DVM, owner and chief of medicine at Emergency Veterinary Hospital in Ann Arbor.
November 13, 2025
Enrollment Opens Nov. 15 for Nurture Benefits Pilot Supporting Michigan’s Child Care Professionals
MiLEAP and SBAM encourage providers to enroll in affordable health, life and retirement benefits that bring stability, security and career support
November 13, 2025
The Thinking That Sets Great Leaders Apart
In every organization, there are people who approach challenges differently. They don’t just react to problems – they...
November 12, 2025
When High Performance Starts to Work Against You – a Burnout Paradox
Some of the most dedicated people on your team can be the hardest to read. They rarely complain, rarely slow down, and...
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