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August 13, 2024
August 12, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – August 12, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
August 12, 2024
Webinar: Implications of New Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave Requirements
Beginning February 21, 2025 all small businesses operating in the State of Michigan will be subject to new minimum wage and paid sick leave requirements. These rules are the result […]
August 11, 2024
The New Focus on Financial Wellness: Why Employers are Reevaluating Workplace Benefits
Find out why financial wellness is becoming a key focus for employers, prioritizing employees' financial well-being.
August 10, 2024
The Power of Strategic Breaks
Boost productivity and well-being by integrating strategic breaks into your workday for physical and mental health.
August 9, 2024
Managing the Complexities of Growing Your Business
On this episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Ryan Jankovic, an EOS Worldwide Professional Implementer.
August 8, 2024
When an Unmarried Partner Wants FMLA for Birth of a Child
An unmarried partner (regardless of whether a man or woman) of a mother giving birth is becoming more and more common these days.
August 6, 2024
Michigan Eyeing $15 Minimum Wage By 2030
Michigan's $10.33-an-hour minimum wage will increase from around $12.25 to $12.30 an hour and tipped workers will see their base wage go up from $3.93 an hour to around $5.90 an hour by Feb. 21, …
August 6, 2024
5 Curious Subplots Going Into Primary Election
By now, we've all resigned ourselves to the reality that there are painfully few competitive big races heading into Tuesday's primary election.
August 6, 2024
Study shows economic impact of shopping locally
The annual Buy Nearby economic study by the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) and Public Sector Consultants (PSC) reveals that shifting 10% of consumer spending to local retailers could boost Michigan’s […]
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
Employee Retention Credit Status Update
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a refundable tax credit for certain eligible businesses and tax-exempt organizations that had employees and were affected during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Small Business Association of […]
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
Small Business Briefing: Understanding New Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Requirements
The Michigan Supreme Court decided on July 31, 2024 that the 2018 Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave law changes were not constitutional. This ruling now means there are three […]
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.
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