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Lifers vs. Job Hoppers: Why Retaining Long-Term Employees is a Smart Business Move

In today’s workforce, employees typically fall into two categories: lifers and job hoppers.

Michael Cole, featured on the Small Business Weekly podcast

December 20, 2024

Fast-growing Legal Firm Zeros in on Helping Small Businesses Succeed

On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with with Michael Cole, a member of the Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes law firm.

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December 20, 2024

ASE Releases Results to the 2025 Starting Salaries for Co-op Students and Recent College Graduates Survey

ASE, one of the nation’s oldest and largest employer associations, has released the 2025 Starting Salaries for Co-op Students and Recent College Graduates Survey this week.

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December 20, 2024

New Year’s Resolutions vs. Workplace Goals: Striking the Right Balance

As one year ends and another begins, people worldwide embrace the tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions.

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December 19, 2024

Performance Improvement Plans: Tools for Growth or the Firing Squad?

Right or wrong, Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) are gaining traction – not necessarily as a pathway for employee growth but as a strategic tool for reducing headcount.

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December 18, 2024

SECURE 2.0 Updates to Think About for 2025

As 2025 approaches, we want to share important reminders about key changes from the SECURE 2.0 legislation that have taken effect or will take effect soon.

December 18, 2024

Update on SBAM’s CTA Lawsuit

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has been challenged in several lawsuits across the United States, including here in Michigan by us at the Small Business Association of Michigan. Recently, a […]

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December 17, 2024

Mediation: Resolving Business Disputes Effectively and Efficiently

Disputes are inevitable—but they don’t have to be completely disruptive. That was the focus of the recent webinar, entitled “What is ADR and How Can It Help Your Business Resolve […]

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December 17, 2024

Obituary of 10 Big Bills that Didn’t Survive Lame Duck

Friday night, the House ended a high-intensity lame duck week at 10:44 p.m. Because of the Legislature's five-day rule, this week was essentially the last week for the Senate and House to move their bills …

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December 17, 2024

UI Benefit Increase Headed to Governor

Senate bills that raise the weekly financial benefits one can receive from unemployment and increase the amount of time a person is eligible for the benefits passed the House on Tuesday, making the governor's signature …

December 16, 2024

The Small Business Briefing – December 16, 2024

Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.

December 16, 2024

What Small Business Owners Need to Know: Lame Duck Update

The 2024 election set the stage for an action-packed “lame duck” session in Lansing. Democrats lost control of the House of Representatives, ending their full control of state government.

December 16, 2024

Hybrid Work: What’s Working and What’s Next

Find out why the hybrid work model is thriving; the benefits it brings, from increased employee engagement to improved work-life balance.

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December 16, 2024

How Indigenous businesses are building stronger communities

Across Michigan, Indigenous-owned businesses are leaving their mark—helping build infrastructure, protect natural resources and create opportunities for their communities.

Two people discussing a document at a table, with a gavel nearby. Signifying a small business owner working with a lawyer.

December 16, 2024

Navigating Legal Challenges: Proactive Steps for Small Business Success

By Karolina Powalka, Attorney Mavacy Launching a small business is like piloting a spaceship through an asteroid field of legal complexities. Let’s crunch some numbers: SBA data shows a 50% […]