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NFIB praises legislative progress on tipped wages and seeks changes to sick time act

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Michigan has expressed approval following the passage of Senate Bill 8 concerning tipped wages.

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

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Mark Tisdel questions corporate income tax increase proposal

House Finance Committee Chair Mark Tisdel has expressed concerns about the proposal to raise the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) to fund a roads plan, an idea supported by Governor Gretchen Whitmer and House Speaker Matt Hall.

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

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Michigan Senate passes bill increasing tipped wage

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

The Michigan Senate has passed a bill that will increase the tipped wage for service industry workers to 50% of the minimum wage by 2031.

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Small Business Briefing covers Earned Sick Time Act, minimum wage changes

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 17, 2025

Brian Calley and Sarah Miller provided important updates on the Earned Sick Time Act during the recent Small Business Briefing.

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IT expert highlights importance of layered security and backups for small businesses

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 15, 2025

Michael Rogers, in this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, converses with Blaine Tillander, owner of Granite Networks and a member of SBAM’s Leadership Council.

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The role of managers in effective team communication during onboarding

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 15, 2025

Managers have a vital role in helping employees develop their careers and acting as communicators between departments and teams.

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Bipartisan deal reached in Michigan on minimum wage; discussions on sick time continue

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

As the deadline for the implementation of Michigan's minimum wage and Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) approaches on February 21, a bipartisan agreement has been reached regarding minimum wage, while discussions on ESTA continue.

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Implementing effective business systems can boost productivity

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

Entrepreneurs and small business owners often face overwhelming to-do lists, with tasks ranging from client work to bookkeeping.

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Court ruling mandates pay for non-exempt employee travel time

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

Non-exempt employees who travel for work must be compensated for their travel time, according to a recent decision by the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals.

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H-1B visa rules updated: Key changes for specialty occupations and exemptions

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has implemented a final rule updating the eligibility requirements for H-1B visas, aiming to provide employers with more flexibility in hiring skilled foreign workers.

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SBAM offers free expert guidance for small business owners

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) is offering a valuable service to its members called "Ask an Expert."

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AI revolutionizes small business efficiency with ontologies

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 12, 2025

Small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly under pressure to operate efficiently and make data-driven decisions.

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Tips for leading with positive energy during high-pressure situations

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 12, 2025

Every business encounters times of high demand, marked by tight deadlines and constant requests.

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Whitmer proposes budget focusing on health services and infrastructure

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Budget Director Jen Flood presented an $83.5 billion budget proposal for the upcoming year, allocating nearly all of the projected surplus from this year's budget and extra revenue expected for Fiscal Year 2026.

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Michigan businesses push for quick action on earned sick time law changes

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

NFIB Michigan State Director Amanda Fisher appeared before the Michigan Senate Regulatory Affairs Committee to discuss SB 15.

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Branding expert highlights importance of core identity over visuals for small businesses

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

In the world of small business, branding is often misunderstood as merely a visual endeavor.

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Whitmer unveils $3 billion road funding plan with new corporate taxes

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has introduced a $3 billion road funding proposal aimed at addressing Michigan's infrastructure needs.

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Small Business Briefing discusses Michigan road funding and tariffs

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

In a recent edition of the Small Business Briefing, hosts Brian Calley and Kelli Saunders addressed several pressing issues impacting Michigan.

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Michigan employers face increased immigration enforcement under new executive orders

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

On January 20, 2025, President Trump issued several executive orders on his first day in office to advance his immigration agenda.

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Workplace learning needs urgent update amid rising employee concerns

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 9, 2025

Employees are increasingly concerned about the obsolescence of their job skills, as revealed by the TalentLMS Annual L&D Benchmark Report.