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August 3, 2024
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.
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
Getting the Most from the Small Business Support Hub Grant Program
Discover how the SBAM Foundation’s SBSH Grant Program can be a game-changer for your business. Specifically crafted to support first- and second-stage businesses hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic, this […]
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
Small Business Association of Michigan: Today’s Supreme Court ruling will reduce future small business growth, puts Michigan’s entrepreneurial climate at risk
Calley: Lawmakers must move swiftly or risk irreversible harm to Michigan’s economy Brian Calley, President & CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan, issued the following statement after the […]
July 31, 2024
Mental health resources for small businesses
Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Michigan (BCBSM) provides small business employers and their employees various resources to help them get the help they need. The complex issues surrounding mental health, […]
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
Navigating Legal Challenges: Proactive Steps for Small Business Success
Launching a small business is like piloting a spaceship through an asteroid field of legal complexities. Let’s crunch some numbers: Small Business Administration data shows a 50% annual legal issue […]
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.
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