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August 6, 2024
August 6, 2024
SBAM’s Pooled Employer Plan Offers a Robust Solution for Your Employee Retirement Needs
Finding the right retirement plan to attract and retain employees is challenging for small business owners. And to compete with bigger companies and corporations, small businesses have to offer a robust employee benefit package.
August 5, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – August 5, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
August 5, 2024
Likable Bosses Improve Employee Retention
Clear and realistic expectations from a leader are vital. This includes setting achievable job requirements, behavioral standards, and maintaining a sustainable workload to prevent burnout.
August 3, 2024
The Importance of Upskilling and Reskilling in Learning and Development
Learning and development (L&D) teams have traditionally aimed to equip workers with the skills needed for their current jobs and future career advancement.
August 2, 2024
Baby Reindeer Protections in the Workplace
Various state laws have emerged to protect employees who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, as well as those who are supporting family members who are victims.
August 2, 2024
Employee Benefits Remain a Key to Attracting and Retaining Good Employees
On this episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Shannon Enders, founder of Lakeshore Employee Benefits in Norton Shores.
August 2, 2024
The Business Case for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: It’s for All Size Businesses!
Often, when small business owners hear about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs, the first thing that comes to mind is, “I’m not a large enough company to benefit from this type of initiative.”
August 1, 2024
Growth and Small Business Culture
As a business grows, it becomes increasingly complex. Business functions that one or two people once managed now require additional staff.
July 31, 2024
Survey Says… No to Unemployment Insurance Weeks and Benefits Expansion
If you ask Michigan small business owners what keeps them up at night, you are likely to get some variation of the same response —trying to find qualified people to hire.
July 30, 2024
Top 10 House Primaries to Face Incumbents
A common theme this campaign cycle is the lack of yard signs or mailers in normally competitive areas of the state.
July 30, 2024
Gov. Signs 2025 Budget, About $330M Left On Balance Sheet
(DETROIT) – Around $330 million in General Fund revenue was left on Michigan's balance sheet Wednesday as the Governor finished signing the next state budget.
July 30, 2024
The SBAM Foundation is Pleased to Present the Small Business Support Hub Grant Program
The SBAM Small Business Support Hub (SBSH) Grant Program is designed to provide support for established first and second stage businesses that have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
July 29, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – July 29, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
July 29, 2024
Empowering Managers to Foster Authentic Dialogue and Trust: A DEI Strategy
Managers who cultivate authentic dialogue and demonstrate vulnerability are laying the foundation for a healthy and productive workplace culture, which is essential for advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
July 28, 2024
How AI is Shaping Gen Z’s Workplace Skills and Interactions
A new TalentLMS report sheds light on the profound impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the workplace skills and interactions of Generation Z.
July 27, 2024
5 Tips for Attracting, Engaging and Retaining Gen Z
Gen Z is a generation like no other, and in order to maintain your business, you’ll need to think about how you can accommodate the up-and-coming workforce.
July 26, 2024
West Michigan Business Leader and Constultant Takes Reins of SBAM’s Volunteer Board
On this episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Erick Stewart, owner of LAGNIAPPE Strategic Consulting in Battle Creek.
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