The U.S. Department of Labor is reversing the Biden-era rule that redefined independent contractor status. The previous rule placed significant emphasis on criteria that often favored classifying workers as employees rather than independent contractors.
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Amina Hedayat Khalil, an Executive and Team Leadership Coach and Consultant and owner of Audere Interpersonal Intelligence.
Small businesses are vital to Michigan's economy, contributing significantly to job creation, innovation and community development.
As economic uncertainty and reduced consumer confidence continues in the U.S., new job growth has remained stagnant in recent months.
The Michigan State Board of Education passed a resolution, 7-1, Tuesday recommending that all K–5 educators in the state be required to complete LETRS training
Less than 21 days away from a possible government shutdown if budget deals aren't reached and implemented, and Senate Appropriations Chair Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) says no major decisions have been made around what a budget agreement will …
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked both excitement and fear as it quickly becomes a standard part of our lives. Some worry it poses risks to society, while others believe it will revolutionize …
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Bruce Osterhaven, President of Big O Smokehouse.
In a time of labor market uncertainty, economic headwinds, and rapid advancements in AI, many employees are choosing to hold onto their current roles not because they are satisfied, but because switching seems too risky.
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB) Awards program, the premier annual program recognizing outstanding small businesses, their employees and communities.
The Great Flattening – the trend of eliminating middle managers to cut costs, reduce bureaucracy, and streamline organizational charts – is rapidly spreading across industries.
The Senate passed bills Thursday looking to speed up carbon capture and storage permitting in Michigan, allowing industries to turn their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions into a liquid-like form, pumping it thousands of feet underground.
House Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Township) said he wants to see a Senate Democratic roads plan. Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) said the focus should be the budget.
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
With an aging workforce and fewer young people entering the trades than in previous generations, the need to attract and inspire new talent for these industries is greater than ever.
On today’s program, Michael Rogers talks with Adrian Hemond, CEO of Grassroots Midwest, a bipartisan, multi-client political and marketing consultancy.
As organizations begin building budgets and priorities for 2026, now is the perfect time to take a step back and evaluate HR’s role. Budgets aren’t just about numbers, they reflect strategy.