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March 5, 2024
March 4, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – March 4, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
March 4, 2024
Small Businesses Impacted by Lack of Snow May Be Eligible for Federal Funding
As Michigan continues to face record high winter temperatures, Governor Gretchen Whitmer urged Michigan small businesses impacted by lack of snow to apply for federal funding from the Small Business […]
March 4, 2024
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Be the Face of Your Business
In a smaller organization, the owner is often the "face" of the business. But while it is flattering to be in demand, being the face of the business is also dangerous.
March 3, 2024
The Value of Doodling
When we are working, we are actively engaged in “doing” so we are paying attention to what it is that we are doing.
March 2, 2024
Mastering Difficult Conversations
Effective leadership hinges on the ability to navigate difficult conversations with grace and proficiency.
March 1, 2024
Beware! No Company Is Too Small to Be a Victim of Cyber Attacks
On this episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Dave Kelly, Co-Founder and CTO of SensCy, based in Ann Arbor.
February 29, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – February 29, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
February 28, 2024
Virtual Primary Care
Blue Cross PPO members now have access to a new option for primary care. If you are not yet enrolled through SBAM, here’s how to obtain a quote or request […]
February 28, 2024
SBAM recognizes six legislators for 100 percent pro-small business voting record in 2023
Small business owners thank lawmakers for working to ease tax burdens, support antidiscrimination in the workplace, and promote broad economic growth A group of small business owners gathered in Lansing […]
February 28, 2024
McFall Proposes Private Sector Retirement Program
Rep. Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) has proposed an automatically deducted retirement savings program for private-sector employees, which he said will allow employees to save for retirement even if their employer doesn't offer a program.
February 28, 2024
McDonald Rivet Needs More Infant-to-3 Care to Support Budget
Raising child care provider rates to higher levels than what's in the governor's proposed budget, along with creating operational grants for private child care providers serving infants through 3 years of age, must be in …
February 26, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – February 26, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
February 26, 2024
Unhappy Workers Cost $1.9 Trillion in Lost Productivity
Disgruntled employees cost U.S. companies an estimated $1.9 trillion in lost productivity last year, according to research from Gallup that puts a price tag on workplace unhappiness.
February 25, 2024
Sound Advice on Selling Your Business – or Buying Another One!
On this episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jessica Starks, President & CEO of Transworld Business Advisors of Grand Rapids and Lansing.
February 24, 2024
Lie Detection 101 – How to Spot Lies During the Interview Process
Wouldn’t it be great if you could use a lie detector on all job candidates? Well, we live in the real world, where that's not acceptable or viable. So how do you tell when a …
February 23, 2024
Making Everyone a Recruiter
In the quest for talent, organizations are rethinking their recruitment strategies. Gone are the days when hiring was solely the responsibility of HR departments or hiring teams.
February 22, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – February 22, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
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