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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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.) …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Companies who have fewer than 50 FTE will see a change in the pricing methodology for the employees enrolled in their company sponsored health plan.The first invoice following your 2014 plan and premium renewal will …
As a result of new taxes and fees that will help fund the Affordable Care Act (ACA), you will see an increase in the total premium amount for your employer-sponsored insurance plan on your January …
Author and business coach Tim Kuppler talks about how to build the culture advantage in your small business.Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 3 p.m., 8 p.m. and 1 a.m.) at Michigan Business …