The Small Business Briefing – August 21, 2023
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
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August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023
Maximizing Employee Retention Credits: A Comprehensive Guide for Small Businesses in Michigan
Courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner, Occams Advisory In today’s challenging economic landscape, small businesses need every advantage they can get. The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) offers a lifeline, yet many […]
August 18, 2023
DOL Releases Proposed PWFA Pregnancy Protection Regulations
Early last week the Department of Labor (DOL) issued notice of proposed regulations that provide employers guidance on how to comply with the newly enacted Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
August 17, 2023
EEOC Settles First AI Age Discrimination Lawsuit
Age discrimination in China is not new and is not illegal in China. In China, getting older is scary when looking for jobs. There is a wide-spread belief in China about the curse of 35 …
August 16, 2023
Is Your Organization Part of this Shocking Statistic?
Last year, the global employment landscape underwent a notable resurgence. On a worldwide scale, more than 50% of employees indicated varying degrees of intent to seek new employment.
August 15, 2023
IRS Audits On ERC Claims: Everything you Need to Know
Courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner, CLRA Group Some business owners are concerned about the possibility of an IRS audit on their Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims. In this article, we […]
August 15, 2023
What Happens to State Budgets if 4.05% Tax Rate Stays Put?
When asked whether the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 budget would sustain a permanent income tax rollback, the Senate Appropriations Chair Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) said she thinks it will be dealt with "when it comes."
August 15, 2023
6 Years in the Making: Sales, Use Tax Rules Update Pass JCAR
Mostly technical updates to Michigan's general sales and use tax received Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) approval Thursday, after the exhausted updates have taken Treasury officials six years to complete.
August 14, 2023
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August 13, 2023
Take that Vacation! Why Vacation Time is the Ultimate Productivity Hack
Taking a vacation is the ultimate hack to recharge both mind and body, fostering renewed creativity and productivity upon return.
August 12, 2023
Employee Handbooks that Cover Unionized Workers Require Care
It used to be inadvisable to cover unionized workers under the policies of employee handbooks.
August 11, 2023
Big Changes for Companies Working With Independent Contractors
Note: SBAM’s advocacy team is actively engaged on this important issue. You can learn more here. By Frank Mamat and Erik Bradberry A new bill working its way through the […]
August 11, 2023
Severe Weather Safety – What to Include in a Written Emergency Plan
Courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner, Accident Fund September is National Preparedness Month so now is a good time to review your company’s severe weather safety protocol. Severe weather can strike […]
August 11, 2023
Four Ways To Use A Learning Management System, And Why They Matter.
Courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner, Ahola HR & Payroll Solutions When training and onboarding employees, about 9 in 10 employers offer digital learning opportunities.¹ More often than not, this is […]
August 11, 2023
Podcast: Brewing Up Business Success at BIGGBY COFFEE
The Small Business Association of Michigan’s weekly podcast presents a dynamic audio interview from a top-notch expert on entrepreneurial success. Hear great tips and advice on how to be a more effective small business owner. …
August 11, 2023
20 Things We’ve Learned
Welsh & Associates, Inc. recently celebrated 20 years in business, a milestone they feel extremely blessed and thankful to have achieved. The team reflected on their success over those years, and compiled a list of …
August 10, 2023
Remote and Hybrid Work Creates New Challenges
Earlier this month ASE released the results of our 2023 Workplace Flexibility Survey, and to no surprise, a majority of employers offer some form of remote or hybrid work.
August 10, 2023
How to (Actually) Win on Google
If you didn't know alaready, Google owns the internet. As of 2022, Google had around 90 percent of the search engine market share in the U.S. When people look for local businesses and services, Google …
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