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November 26, 2013

Gearing up for next year’s tax season

The IRS has announced that there will be a one or two week delay in the start of the 2014 tax season (for 2013 returns), due to the recent 16-day government shutdown. This article explains …

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November 26, 2013

Fraud doesn’t take a holiday: Beware of card testing

If your business or non-profit organization accepts payments from a payment gateway or eCommerce site, you may be exposed to a new form of merchant account fraud called card testing. Unfortunately, there is no fail-safe …

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November 25, 2013

Learn why entrepreneurship is sweeping the world! Today on Business Next

On today’s program, USA Today business writer (and featured SBAM columnist) Steven Strauss talks about his new book “Planet Entrepreneur.” And, a profile of SBAM Leadership Council member Denny Duchene.Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET …

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November 23, 2013

The Blues will continue effort to transition small groups and individuals to reform compliant plans instead of continuing non-compliant plans

Article courtesy of Blue Cross Blue Shield of MichiganThe Blues will continue effort to transition small groups and individuals to reform compliant plans instead of continuing non-compliant plans.Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue …

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November 23, 2013

Governor’s office allowing health insurers to reinstate canceled policies

By Scott Lyon, Senior Vice PresidentEdited to add: Since the below article was initially published, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network issued a statement that the Blues will continue the effort …

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November 22, 2013

This week’s small business legislative update, and what you need to know about marketing in 2014. Today on Business Next.

Hear this week’s small business legislative update with SBAM’s Director of Government Relations Dave Jessup. Also, Nicole Meloche, president of Organik Consulting, discusses key things you need to know when planning your 2014 marketing budget.Listen …

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November 22, 2013

BIGGBY co-founder: “The environment for business in Michigan has improved dramatically”

Article and video courtesy of the Office of the GovernorLast year, Michigan's small businesses reportedly created more than 14,300 jobs in our state, and they remain an important part of our state's comeback. So what …

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November 21, 2013

Year-end tax planning strategies for small businesses

Set aside some time in the midst of the upcoming holiday bustle to examine the tax situation of your business. With a few maneuvers, you can reduce the amount of money your business owes for …

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November 21, 2013

The holidays are upon us! What is your holiday schedule in 2014?

Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Kevin Marrs   October and November bring two clear signs that the holidays are upon us: The wind blows a little colder (and, as we have seen this week, …

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November 20, 2013

Use negotiation skills to improve your odds of small business success. Advice today on Business Next.

Sales trainer and business coach Greg Coyne of Gerry Weinberg & Associates Sandler Training discusses how to become a better negotiator.Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 3 p.m., 8 p.m. and 1 a.m.) …

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November 19, 2013

Hiring secret: Hire with your head

Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHREmployers, managers, and supervisors are pre-programmed to make hiring mistakes, said Lou Adler, author of "Hire With Your Head." The natural tendency is to decide on a candidate in …

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November 18, 2013

How small business owners can cope with information overload. Tips today on Business Next

Learn how to thrive and survive online. Advice from author and nationally-known social media expert Howard Reingold, keynote speaker at the recent Michigan Broadband Conference in East Lansing. Listen Monday 3-4 p.m. (replay at 8 …

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November 15, 2013

President’s message on Affordable Care Act impacts individual and small group plans

At the Small Business Association of Michigan, we have promised to keep you up to date and informed on news regarding the Affordable Care Act and its impact on your business and your employees.  Yesterday, …

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November 15, 2013

Lt. Gov. Calley says get ready for high tech job growth in Michigan. Today on Business Next.

Today on Business Next, excerpts of the keynote address delivered by Lt. Gov. Brian Calley at the Michigan Broadband Conference. He talks about the bright potential for high tech job growth in the state. Also …

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November 15, 2013

Participate in the 2014 Michigan Economic Outlook Survey

The Small Business Association of Michigan, in cooperation with chambers and associations throughout the state, is again participating in the 2014 Michigan Economic Outlook Survey. This is a statewide effort that will help us better …

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November 13, 2013

Using internships to keep Michigan talent in Michigan

Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Regina Bell, Guest ContributorHuman capital is a precious natural resource that companies, cities, and entire regions fiercely compete for. Business Leaders for Michigan has forecasted that the state’s …

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November 13, 2013

What does the iPad Air and other new tech gadgets mean to your small business? Advice today on Business Next.

Tech expert Tony Merlo, owner of SmarterPhones.net, has an update on the iPad Air, the Galaxy Gear watch, Chromebooks and augmented reality.Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 3 p.m., 8 p.m. and 1 …

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November 12, 2013

What’s luck got to do with it?

By Steven StraussQuestion: It seems to me that there are just some things that are out of our control in business. A client may leave for no reason, or a good reason, and I would …

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