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August 15, 2014

Employee handbook basics. Today on Business Next

Michael Burns of the American Society of Employers has great advice on what needs to go in your employee handbook. Listen Friday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 …

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August 14, 2014

Scheduled smartphone breaks during the day?

By Joe DeSantis, courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASENo one would argue that smartphone technology has profoundly changed our lives, including our lives in the workplace. HR departments struggle to develop policies that balance the …

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August 13, 2014

Entrepreneurial success lessons from a member of SBAM’s Leadership Council. Today on Business Next!

Michael Rogers conducts a Leadership Council profile of Jeff Micallef, owner of MIPRO Enterprises. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. Downloadable podcast version available …

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August 11, 2014

Top tech tips, today on Business Next.

Tech expert Tony Merlo talks about seven mobile technology skills you need to master for small business success. Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. …

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August 8, 2014

Entrepreneurial success lessons from a MI 50 winner. Today on Business Next.

Profile of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch winner Joe Hessling, CEO of 365 Retail Markets. Listen Friday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. Downloadable podcast version …

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August 7, 2014

ACA reporting for individual and employer mandates

Courtesy of Section 125 Plan, FSA, HSA, and HRA AdministrationTwo key items within ACA – the Individual Mandate and the Employer Mandate – require information from employers who offer health coverage to their employees. This information will tell the …

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August 7, 2014

New SBAM survey finds small business owners continue to boost hiring

Nearly a third of small business owners in a recent Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) “Barometer” survey said they hired more workers in the past six months. That’s up from three years ago when …

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August 7, 2014

Watch now for new analysis of Tuesday’s primary election results

From the State Capitol in Lansing, the latest expert analysis of what happened in the Aug. 5 primary vote, including the smashing victory of Proposal 1 and statewide wins for SBAM-endorsed candidates. Features former state …

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August 6, 2014

ERISA Compliance at Renewal

How many of your customers' group health plans will renew between now and the end of this year?  25%, 40%, 50% or more?  We know that you and your staff will be scrambling to make …

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August 6, 2014

SBAM Members Receive FREE SPD At Renewal

Nearly every employer, regardless of their size, is subject to ERISA if they offer an employer-provided group benefit including health, dental, vision, accidental death & dismemberment, disability, or group term life insurance; medical flexible spending …

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August 6, 2014

Make more money from your business passion. Advice today on Business Next!

Michael Rogers talks with Michigan-based business author Rachelle Smith about how to monetize your small business passion. Listen Wednesday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 a.m.) at www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com. Downloadable …

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August 6, 2014

Small business pleased with approval of Proposal 1

For more information contact Michael Rogers, Small Business Association of Michigan Vice President Communications, 517-267-2209, mike.rogers@sbam.org Aug. 5, 2014, Lansing -- In a major victory for the prosperity of the small business community, Michigan voters …

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August 6, 2014

A unified approach to mobile security

By Anne Heraghty, courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner VeracityThere is plenty of talk currently about mobile payments and the appeal of doing business transactions with mobile phones. Not only is this payments trend convenient for …

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August 5, 2014

Get a virtual HD tour of your small business! New service for SBAM members

A new member service from SBAM gives Michigan small businesses the ability to expand market reach and improve online visibility with a premium-quality, 360º virtual tour of their business powered by Google’s Street View technology. …

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August 4, 2014

Lessons from a century of legendary restaurant success. Today on Business Next.

Entrepreneurial customer service success tips from restaurant legend Hans Schuler, chairman and CEO of Schuler’s Restaurant and Pub in Marshall. Listen Monday at 10-11 a.m. ET (replay at 4 p.m., 10 p.m. and 4 …

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August 1, 2014

Energizing communities to support entrepreneurs. Details today on Business Next

Learn how the Center for Rural Entrepreneurship is helping to promote innovation and small business growth in local communities. Michael Rogers talks with Don Macke, co-director of the Center. Listen Friday at 10-11 a.m. …

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July 31, 2014

Sustainable manufacturing seminar Sept. 17 – Leading the way to prevention, profit, and the future

During Pollution Prevention Week 2014, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, in partnership with the U.S. EPA, the Michigan Manufacturing Association and several Michigan organizations, will provide a one-day seminar highlighting sustainable Manufacturing in Michigan. …

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July 30, 2014

Proposal 1 helps Michigan’s local small businesses, saving $507M in tax and compliance costs

53,000 Michigan small businesses get $76M tax cut and save about $1200 each in tax and accounting costs this year.Michigan’s local small businesses are already on their way to saving $507 million in tax and …

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