FAQ — Health Insurance Exchange Notice
A specific provision of the Affordable Care Act that impacts ALL employers - regardless of size - takes effect October 1, 2013. The law states that all employers must provide each employee (both full-time and …
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August 19, 2013
August 15, 2013
Get ACA compliant with new member service
A specific provision of the Affordable Care Act that impacts ALL employers - regardless of size - takes effect October 1, 2013. The law states that all employers must provide each employee (both full-time and …
August 14, 2013
Reduce the chance employees will stress you out on social media
Employees' use of social media can create a lot of headaches for employers, or worse. It doesn't have to be that way. While you can't block every social media post that can potentially give your …
August 14, 2013
New service helps small employers comply with Oct. 1 Health Insurance Exchange notice requirements
A new service launched today by the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) will help small employers comply with important Health Insurance Exchange notification requirements. Details on the new service can be found at http://tinyurl.com/SBAMACA.The …
August 14, 2013
How your company can profit from disruptive innovation. Today on Business Next!
Tune in today at 10am (repeats at 3pm and 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.Michael Rogers talks with Bruce Kasanoff, author of SMART CUSTOMERS, STUPID COMPANIES: Why Only Intelligent Firms Will Thrive, and How to …
August 14, 2013
Recognition motivates employees
Employees respond positively to positive recognition. Assuming that statement is true, a question follows: Does positive recognition to employees have to cost a lot of money?Debra Sikanas, an expert in the field of employee recognition, …
August 13, 2013
Just for fun — Summertime biz quiz
By Steven StraussIt is time for the 4th annual Summertime Biz Quiz. This year, it's the TV edition!1. Who was the first winner ever of “The Apprentice”?A. Jeff GiloolyB. Bill RancicC. Dennis RodmanD. Jill Eickenberry2. …
August 12, 2013
The Detroit BizGrid, business moving and office real estate – all today on Business Next!
Tune in today at 10am (repeats at 3pm and 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.Bonnie Fahoome, director of operations for InsYght, talks about the Detroit "BizGrid", David Corrigan, President and COO of Corrigan Moving Systems, …
August 9, 2013
New options for using solar energy to save money at your small business. Details today on Business Next.
Tune in at 10am (repeats at 3pm and 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.Mark Clevey, manager of renewable energy programs for the MEDC Michigan Energy Office, talks about new options for small business energy savings …
August 8, 2013
Can you legally discriminate on the basis of gender?
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Anthony Kaylin Maybe, but likely not—at least not in the matchmaking business.Starting with the fictional Dolly (“Hello Dolly”) Levi up to today’s Patti Stanger (Millionaire Matchmaker) and Melissa …
August 7, 2013
Yes, you can handle difficult people! Learn how on today’s Business Next.
Tune in today at 3pm (repeat at 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.Sales trainer and business coach Greg Coyne of Gerry Weinberg & Associates, Inc./Sandler Training, talks about dealing with difficult people, and how to …
August 6, 2013
Exit interview is a must
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRWhether an employee quits or is fired, there are several issues you need to understand. Read on to learn how to protect your company and how to conduct a …
August 2, 2013
Understand when disability discrimination occurs
According to federal statistics, there are an increasing number of employers being charged with discriminating against disabled employees and job applicants. In fact, the number of cases filed during 2012 was the highest since the …
August 2, 2013
Lessons of small business success from Michigan’s booming craft beer industry. Today on Business Next
Tune in today at 10am (repeats at 3pm and 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.July was Michigan Craft Beer Month. Michael Rogers talks with John Niedermaier, founder and brewmaster of Terra Firma Brewery in Traverse …
August 1, 2013
Can a company officer be personally liable for wage and hour violations?
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Michael J. BurnsTypically an organization takes the hit for violations under wage and hour law. But on rare occasions a court may hold that the “employer” is an …
August 1, 2013
Protecting point-of-sale equipment vital to safeguarding data
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner Midwest Transaction Group/Veracity.Question: I have heard a lot in the news lately about data breaches at businesses just like mine. How can I help protect myself and my customers?Answer: …
July 31, 2013
Do a better job sharing your unique story of small business success. Advice today on Business Next
Tune in to Business Next today at 10am (repeats at 3pm and 8pm) on the Michigan Business Network.How do you share the unique story of your small business to news reporters, in social media outlets …
July 30, 2013
Keeping payroll records is a daunting task
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEPaying employees involves more than just issuing checks. You also need to keep accurate records on each employee for a specific amount of time. These records must include details, …
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