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Virtual reality technology continues to advance

How is virtual reality technology making inroads in education?

April 29, 2016

Getting the most out of your small business storage facilities

At some point, most small business owners will feel the pinch between running out of space at their current location, and not necessarily having the proper resources to expand their footprint by renting more space, …

April 29, 2016

Save money by not being a cellular data hog

How can you use your mobile devices more efficiently and avoid racking up data charges?

April 28, 2016

Section 504 funding: a tool to improve your access to capital

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks to Beth Arroyo, senior loan officer of the Economic Development Foundation.

April 27, 2016

Here’s how to reduce your odds of a business tax audit

Top suggestions for avoiding a business tax audit, five essential hires to consider when you start a small business, and five key small business trends to watch in 2016.

April 25, 2016

The best way to be a self-promoter without also being a jerk

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, interviews business author, Bruce Kasanoff, about his book, How to Self-Promote without Being a Jerk.

April 22, 2016

How to dress for business casual success

Small Business Association of Michigan Vice President Communications Michael Rogers talks with nationally-known small business advocate Chris Holman about business casual dress codes and dressing appropriately for your small business culture.

April 22, 2016

Are you a startup? 9 things to know before you start a small business

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with noted small business advocate, Chris Holman.

April 21, 2016

New tips to manage your business Facebook page

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks to social media expert Kate Snyder of Piper and Gold Public Relations in Lansing about the new Facebook Live video feature and …

April 20, 2016

The role of bonding and rapport in successful sales

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with sales trainer and coach, Greg Coyne, of Gerry Weinberg and Associates Sandler Training.

April 18, 2016

Hot tips for crafting your company’s social media strategy

As social media evolves, we continue to bring you new updates from experts in the field.

April 15, 2016

An ounce of prevention can prevent gallons of water damage in your building

Today on the SBAM Shorts audio report, Small Business Association of Michigan Vice President Communications Michael Rogers talks with Chris Buck of McCardle Restoration (a Michigan 50 Companies to Watch for 2016) to get tips …

April 15, 2016

Hats off to a great Upper Peninsula small business leader

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), profiles Gina Thorsen, president of Stormy Kromer.

April 14, 2016

How to use low cost video to promote your small business

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with Brian Town, CEO/Owner of Michigan Creative in Lansing.

April 13, 2016

Entrepreneurs less positive about the country’s economic outlook

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), talks with Todd McCracken, president of the National Small Business Association (SBAM’s national affiliate), about the National Small Business Association’s 2015 Year-End …

April 11, 2016

Michigan has jobs – but where are the skilled workers?

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), interviews nationally-known small business advocate, Chris Holman, to learn more about Michigan’s dilemma of having plenty of openings for skilled workers, but …

April 8, 2016

News about mobile phone trends for small businesses

Michael Rogers, vice president communications for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with Tony Merlo, owner of SmarterPhones.net, about recent developments in mobile phone technology.

April 6, 2016

Altruism as a way to boost your career

Business writer and prolific LinkedIn poster, Bruce Kasanoff, talks about his book, Givers Deliver -- Grow Your Career by Helping Others