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September 4, 2014
September 4, 2014
The ACA’s impact on COBRA
As one of Michigan’s largest COBRA administrators, we get asked fairly regularly about what impact the Affordable Care Act has on COBRA, if companies still must follow COBRA regulations, and other questions along that line. …
September 4, 2014
The ACA’s impact on COBRA
As one of Michigan’s largest COBRA administrators, we get asked fairly regularly about what impact the Affordable Care Act has on COBRA, if companies still must follow COBRA regulations, and other questions along that line. …
September 3, 2014
New survey finds small businesses optimistic about the future. What’s that mean for your business plans? Details today on Business Next
Michael Rogers gets the scoop on the National Small Business Association’s (NSBA) 2014 mid-year economic report in an interview with NSBA President and CEO Todd McCracken. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 …
September 2, 2014
Wolf hunt protection measure clears final step
Article courtesy of MIRSThe House Wednesday afternoon signed off on a measure that protects the possibility of an Upper Peninsula wolf hunt for the foreseeable future and takes the steam out of two referendums that …
September 2, 2014
Haveman steps down as DCH director after suffering mild stroke
Article courtesy of MIRSJim HAVEMAN, credited as a major force behind implementing Medicaid expansion here in Michigan, announced Thursday his resignation as director of the Department of Community Health (DCH). Haveman, 71, said Thursday he reconsidered …
August 27, 2014
DEQ offers low-interest financing for sustainability projects. Details today on Business Next
Learn about a Department of Environmental Quality project that is helping small businesses save money with a loan program for pollution prevention projects. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 …
August 25, 2014
Pscholka team claim 29 commitments for leader
Article courtesy of MIRSThe number of likely Republican House members next session who have said they will support Rep. Al PSCHOLKA (R-Stevensville) for GOP leader is at 29, according to Pscholka supporter Rep. Lisa Posthumus …
August 25, 2014
Treasury: IBM decision to cost state $1.098B
Article courtesy of MIRS The state of Michigan will lose at least $1.098 billion immediately and likely "billions" more down the road if the state Supreme Court does not put a hold on a …
August 25, 2014
Launching a new firm? Avoid these missteps. Suggestions today on Business Next
Top five mistakes committed by entrepreneurs when launching a company, with Michael Khoury, an attorney with Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C. Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and …
August 25, 2014
Attention non-union employers: Criteria for “protected concerted activity” expands
By Michael J. Burns, courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEEmployers and HR professionals need to understand an old labor concept that is gaining new visibility and relevance in today’s non-union workplace. “Protective Concerted Activity” is …
August 25, 2014
Are your recruiting costs killing you? Try doing it on video
By Kristin Cifolelli, courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEReady for your close up?As we are all aware, social media have forever changed how we source candidates for job openings. It was inevitable that technology would …
August 22, 2014
Network like a superstar! Advice today on Business Next.
Michael Rogers interviews Nancy T. Nguyen, MBA, a trilingual entrepreneur and the author of The Networking Diary. Listen Friday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. Downloadable podcast …
August 21, 2014
Can you discipline or terminate this employee? v.8
By Anthony Kaylin, courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEThe following are cases that were decided (or in process of being decided) before a court or agency, either federal or state, that either affirmed an employee …
August 21, 2014
Affordable Care Act Affordability
When is 9.5% equal to 9.56%? And for that matter when is 8.0% really 8.05%? That sounds to me like something that the Riddler might have said to Batman and Robin a couple of decades …
August 20, 2014
Can you spin your business into a franchise empire? Insights today on Business Next
Attorneys David Steinberg and Jay Welford of Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, located in southeast Michigan, talk about the characteristics of a franchisable business. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 …
August 18, 2014
Use social events this summer to lay the groundwork for future sales. Advice today on Business Next
Michael Rogers talks with sales trainer and business coach Greg Coyne, of Gerry Weinberg & Associates/Sandler Training, about appropriate techniques you can use at summer social events to prime-the-pump for future sales opportunities. Listen Monday …
August 15, 2014
IRS warns against phone scams
Article courtesy of NSBAWe want to make sure you're aware of some widespread telephone scams in which the individuals misrepresent themselves as IRS employees and demand payment.To date, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration …
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