Listen on the Michigan Business Network.Friday on Business Next, Michael interviews Todd McCracken, president of the National Small Business Association, to get more information and insights about the association’s 2012 mid-year economic survey of small …
By Tom BorgHave you ever noticed how laughter can make for a more productive and healthy business or organization? It seems that when people are able to laugh with each other, they are happier, and …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Michael J. Burns At a recent ASE Roundtable on responding to difficult employees, the discussion turned to employees who know just how far to take absenteeism and avoid …
A number of critical questions will be put to the voters on this November’s ballot. The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) has been carefully evaluating these issues relative to how they will impact small …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Anthony KaylinSalary increases are not likely to top three percent for most employers this year.In times of low inflation such as the present, three percent actually represents real growth. …
From the annual Farmers Market at the Capitol event in downtown Lansing, Michael Rogers talks with small business food industry entrepreneurs Pennie Tomac, owner of Tomac Pumpkin Patch of Chesaning; Suzanne Francis, owner of Country …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner Clark Hill PLC By Kristi R. Gauthier Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("PPACA"), employee contributions to health flexible spending account (health "FSA") plans are limited to $2,500 starting …
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), the only statewide and state-based association that focuses solely on serving the needs of Michigan’s small business community announced today that 17 new members joined in the past …
From the West Michigan Policy Forum in Grand Rapids, Michael Rogers talks with Jeff Connolly, president of West Michigan Operations and Managed Care for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; Rick Baker, president of the …
Guest article courtesy of Michigan First Credit Union President & CEO Michael PoulosIn a difficult lending environment, many small business owners might not realize the great partnership opportunities and resources right under their nose. Local …
Michael has excerpts from a recent webinar on how international students can fill the IT and engineering talent shortage at small businesses. The webinar is sponsored by the Global Talent Retention Initiative of Southeast Michigan. …
SBAM plans to be a strong contributor to the upcoming legislative debate over Gov. Snyder’s proposal to make Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) a nonprofit mutual regulated under the Michigan insurance code. “While …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRThere are many reasons why lawyers encourage employers to establish policies governing employee use of company computers, e-mail systems, the Internet, social media and related technologies. But the fact …
Earlier this morning Governor Snyder and Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan announced an agreement that would transition BCBSM to a non-profit mutual insurance company. The governor and BCBSM expect the transition to be completed prior …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner Clark Hill PLC By Stephanie Hicks Many key provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("PPACA") become effective beginning in 2014. These include, among others, provisions for shared responsibility …
Article courtesy of Steven Strauss, theselfemployed.comCan an idea ever be protected legally?Have you ever dreamed up an idea for a product that you believe will revolutionize the industry within which you work? Ever wondered how …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Joe DeSantis Getting things done by collaborating with coworkers is what defines the successful workplace today, it seems. In fact, workplaces revere teamwork so much that the ability …
Mike Marzano has been named Grassroots Coordinator and Policy Advisor in the Government Relations Department. “This new position reflects SBAM’s commitment to focusing the power of local small businesses across the state in order to …
