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August 12, 2023
August 11, 2023
Podcast: Brewing Up Business Success at BIGGBY COFFEE
The Small Business Association of Michigan’s weekly podcast presents a dynamic audio interview from a top-notch expert on entrepreneurial success. Hear great tips and advice on how to be a more effective small business owner. …
August 11, 2023
20 Things We’ve Learned
Welsh & Associates, Inc. recently celebrated 20 years in business, a milestone they feel extremely blessed and thankful to have achieved. The team reflected on their success over those years, and compiled a list of …
August 10, 2023
Remote and Hybrid Work Creates New Challenges
Earlier this month ASE released the results of our 2023 Workplace Flexibility Survey, and to no surprise, a majority of employers offer some form of remote or hybrid work.
August 10, 2023
How to (Actually) Win on Google
If you didn't know alaready, Google owns the internet. As of 2022, Google had around 90 percent of the search engine market share in the U.S. When people look for local businesses and services, Google …
August 9, 2023
The Secret to Efficient and Cost-Effective Dispute Resolution for Small Businesses
For small business owners, commercial1 disputes are not just a headache but can also have significant financial consequences. One way to resolve commercial conflicts without resorting to litigation is arbitration.
August 9, 2023
Member Profile: The Show Must Always Go On
As one of the best carnival operators in North American, Jamie Skerbeck, CEO/President of Skerbeck Entertainment Group, Inc., should feel a great sense of pride. His family-owned and operated business has been around for 170 …
August 8, 2023
Supremes: No-Fault Reforms Don’t Apply Retroactively
Michigan's 2019 no-fault auto insurance reforms do not apply retroactively, the Michigan Supreme Court held Monday meaning the cost-cutting restraints put in the law do not apply to those catastrophically injured before 2019.
August 8, 2023
‘Open and Obvious Danger’ Rule In Slip-and-Fall Lawsuits Overturned
The Michigan Supreme Court overturned July 28 a more than 20-year standard that property owners were free from liability in slip-and-fall cases if the danger causing the accident was “open and obvious.”
August 8, 2023
Workforce Strategies to be Recession Ready
Companies can prepare now for a recession by optimizing their workforce. Since employees are a company’s greatest asset, successfully navigating economic uncertainty relies on investing in them.
August 7, 2023
The Small Business Briefing – August 7, 2023
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
August 7, 2023
New Bill Aims to Limit Independent Contractor Use
SBAM prioritizes alerting our membership to legislation that we see as problematic and could impact the way you run your business.
August 6, 2023
Staying Compliant: The Importance of Employers Keeping Up to Date with the ADA in 2023
It is crucial for employers to remain vigilant and up to date on the ADA's provisions to ensure they provide equal opportunities and accommodations for their employees.
August 5, 2023
Managing Employee Substance Use: Drug Testing, Training, and Liability in a Changing Legal Landscape
Are your employees and managers using marijuana on the job? With more and more locations making marijuana use legal for medical and/or recreational use, it is quite possible.
August 4, 2023
New Report Details the Impact of Poorly Trained Supervisors
Oji Life Lab engaged Harris Research to survey the impact first-time supervisors have on their subordinate employees and the impact that being untrained has on the first-time supervisors themselves.
August 3, 2023
Adjusting Company Goals to the Shape of Today’s Workforce
The Small Business Association of Michigan’s weekly podcast presents a dynamic audio interview from a top-notch expert on entrepreneurial success. Hear great tips and advice on how to be a more effective small business owner. …
August 2, 2023
Employee Monitoring: It Could Backfire on Employers Resulting in Reduced Productivity
A recent survey conducted by Glassdoor revealed that over 40% of U.S. professionals feel less productive when they know their employer is monitoring their work devices.
August 1, 2023
Economists Mixed on Recession Outlook, Labor Market Looks Up
Michigan saw one of the lowest unemployment rates in years, but three economists are not busting out the champagne and still say the high-interest rates and inflation are an issue.
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