News & Resources

Satisfaction with economy high according to recent Michigan Future Business Index

The latest Michigan Future Business Index (MFBI) data show that more than eight-in-ten small to mid-sized business owners in the state are satisfied with the economy.

July 2, 2018

Small business cooperation and collaboration

A collaborative project unites small businesses to mutually attract customers and boost their local economy.

April 21, 2018

Marketing for small business

If you own or operate a small business, you need cost-effective ways to bring customers to you.

April 13, 2018

Eight questions to help you get a grip on your business and grow

The first step to getting what you want from your business is to get clear about what you want.

February 23, 2018

Recruiting is changing from candidate driven to employer driven searches

The shortage of qualified applicants and baby boomers and their knowledge fund retiring at a rate of about 10,000 per day continues to present recruitment challenges.

January 17, 2018

2018 economic forecast

As of last Friday, the US unemployment rate is a steady 4.1% and is expected to go lower.

November 20, 2017

The importance of keeping your eye on the big picture

Avoid drowning in the details of running your business.

November 6, 2017

Small business success using a dispersed workforce

How one business owner uses a nationally-dispersed workforce to grow.

October 31, 2017

Profit planning for your small business

Even the smallest businesses need to be profitable to survive, and a profit plan is one of the most important tools to guide and manage profitability.

October 23, 2017

What you should know about succession planning and why

Succession planning is a process for identifying and developing new leaders who can replace old leaders when they leave, retire or die.

October 11, 2017

Consumers Energy to spend $250 million with Michigan small businesses

Consumers Energy announced today that it will spend $250 million with small businesses in Michigan over the next two and a half years.

September 13, 2017

Optimism over economic outlook declining among Michigan employers

According to ASE’s recently released Quarterly Economic & Employment Survey – Second Quarter, Michigan employers have grown less optimistic about their future business outlook compared to data collected earlier this year.

August 22, 2017

The business plan

Business plans are not just for start-ups. If you have an existing business, or are updating or refreshing, your plan is even more important.

July 19, 2017

Is agile management the future?

Productivity, collaboration and innovation is a difficult proposition for many employers.

July 6, 2017

Could your business benefit from a Board?

Have you thought about creating a Board for your small business, but aren't sure if it's right for you?

June 29, 2017

How to turn recruiters into business partners

The terms “human resources” and “business partner” have become increasingly enjoined over the years, as organizations have awakened to the value of aligning HR expertise with the strategy and daily operations of the core business.