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Michigan’s Minimum Wage Laws Explained

All small business owners know that the key to success is planning. A solid SMB strategy means projecting labor needs and labor costs ahead of time, so you have a clear budget and know when you’ll need to pull in more revenue to cover your expenses. One major factor in controlling labor costs is properlyContinueContinue reading “Michigan’s Minimum Wage Laws Explained”

4 Signs That Your Employees Are Unhappy at Work

Various factors can lead to feelings of unhappiness in the workplace, including workload, pay, or overall company culture. A team member may also experience personal hardship that negatively affects their work life. Explore some signs that your employees are unhappy at work and learn how you can quickly address any issues.Voicing ConcernsOne of the mostContinueContinue reading “4 Signs That Your Employees Are Unhappy at Work”

Drive results with emotions. Yes, even anger

What separates leaders who are inspiring and motivating from those who aren’t? The most powerful characteristic is the ability to use emotions effectively. That’s what the 360-degree feedback data from over 200,000 participants said about their leaders in my research with my co-authors for our book, The Inspiring Leader. In my work with executives sinceContinueContinue reading “Drive results with emotions. Yes, even anger”

10 Best Punch Clocks for Small Businesses

For a small business, resources are often scarce. You’re often pressed to do more with less when it comes to your budget and the time your team has. Minutes count when you’re chasing efficiency, but you can’t begin to unpack how to save time (and money) if you don’t know precisely how you’re currently spendingContinueContinue reading “10 Best Punch Clocks for Small Businesses”

Payroll Taxes by State (2024/25)

Working out if you’re paying the right taxes for your employees can lead to a lot of stress and anxiety. It’s the sort of thing you’ve got to get right or you risk the wrath of everyone from your team members to the IRS! On top of this, local law can vary massively from stateContinueContinue reading “Payroll Taxes by State (2024/25)”