The Small Business Briefing – April 27, 2023
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April 27, 2023
April 27, 2023
SBAM’s Budget Recommendations
SBAM, along with a coalition of business groups*, has issued the following recommendation related to the state budget and allocation of existing American Rescue Plan Act funds. Michigan has yet […]
April 27, 2023
The Key to a Century of Detroit Coney Dog Success
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Grace Keros, owner of 106-year-old American Coney Island in Detroit. She's an Elite member of the Small Business Association of Michigan and also part of the …
April 26, 2023
ChatGPT and the Future of HR: Do We Ring the Bell or Sound the Buzzer?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way Human Resources (HR) operates. As the HR landscape becomes more complex, HR practitioners need powerful tools to manage and support employees effectively.
April 24, 2023
The Small Business Briefing – April 24, 2023
There are several pieces of legislation being introduced that will prove to be problematic for small businesses. In this episode of The Small Business Briefing, Brian Calley shares important insight on predictive scheduling, pay transparency, …
April 24, 2023
Senate Dems Hold Up Bargain; Pass Aggregate Tax Exemption Bill
Michigan's aggregate industry would be exempt from the state's sales and use tax while purchasing processing machinery and equipment under legislation approved in the Senate 33-4.
April 24, 2023
N.C., Florida try to lure Michigan businesses, workers after RTW repeal
A billboard along Interstate 496 in Lansing promotes the virtues of Florida with a warped version of Michigan’s motto: “If you seek a pleasant peninsula, move to Florida.”
April 23, 2023
Organizations Look for Creative Solutions for Employee Engagement and Burnout
Nearly 60% of organizations have increased their efforts to boost employee engagement since early 2020. However, a new report from ATD, Employee Engagement and Burnout: Maintaining Morale in Changing Times, shows that there continues to be …
April 22, 2023
Pay Transparency May Come to Michigan
The stated intent of pay transparency is to address unequal pay. If an employer publishes or provides pay data up front in the hiring process, it allows employees and candidates to better understand and negotiate …
April 21, 2023
Cyber Data Breaches are Serious; Learn How to Protect Yourself
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Paul Murphy, president of 360 Risk Management Inc. He's a member of the Small Business Association of Michigan's Leadership Council.
April 21, 2023
Work Wives and Husbands – Are They Acceptable?
Have you ever had a work wife or work husband? Not everyone agrees that these close work relationships are acceptable. A new poll by Redfield & Wilton Strategies shows that opinions on work spouses vary …
April 20, 2023
The Small Business Briefing – April 20, 2023
On today's Small Business Briefing hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller cover SBAM's survey results, legislative updates, and welcome Keith Huckaby of RiskAssure to tell us more about their RiskAware product that helps reduce small business cyber risk.
April 20, 2023
Survey shows small businesses confident in Michigan banking system
Inflation remains top concern among small businesses LANSING – Despite recent national banking concerns, small businesses have confidence in their financial institutions, according to a new survey released by the […]
April 20, 2023
Compensation and Other Factors that Affect Employee Retention
Employee compensation is a critical factor in employee retention. When employees feel that they are being fairly compensated for their work, they are more likely to stay with their current employer. However, compensation is not …
April 19, 2023
Three Reasons Small-Business Owners Need Cyber Insurance
Like it or not, cyberattacks are now an expected part of running a business. It’s no longer a matter of if a breach will occur but when. To this end, it’s critical for businesses of all sizes to be …
April 18, 2023
Debate Over Independent Contractors Gets Testy
Businesses would be fined for classifying their workers as “independent contractors” as a way of getting around paying benefits under a piece of a 16-bill package addressing so-called “payroll fraud” and “wage theft” under legislation …
April 18, 2023
Gotion Funding Left Behind . . . For Now
Gotion Inc. – a battery parts manufacturer with a questioned connection to the Chinese Communist Party – did not receive the blessing of the Senate Appropriations Committee Wednesday to receive state funding for a proposed …
April 17, 2023
The Small Business Briefing – April 17, 2023
Watch Now! On today’s Small Business Briefing hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller discuss: Health care mask requirements ending Home sales State revenues Legislative updates Thank you to our sponsor […]
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