The decision to sell one's business may come out of want or necessity. There is nothing wrong with moving on, passing the torch to the next generation, wanting to retire or helping the business increase its overall state and national presence. There are certain things...
Depending on the size of one's business, an owner may have employees that work a variety of different hours based on the needs of the company. In Michigan and elsewhere, a business owner will have to choose under which employment status he or she will hire -- full or...
An organization that has been a community staple in western Michigan for the last 62 years has decided to close it doors. The unexpected dissolution of Kandu Industries will likely be considered a great loss to all those whom the organization is currently serving....
A significant amount of work is required if companies are to successfully compete in the business world. Business planning is essential in addressing problems, finding solutions and putting ideas into action. Michigan business owners who feel that their companies are...
Employees get fired all the time and often for good reasons. It is not uncommon, though, for an individual to question the legality of his or her termination. This is particularly true for employees who are let go when the companies they work for are going out of...
Having insurance to protect one's business is of vital importance. No one knows if or when a fire, theft or a number of other disasters may strike. There is another insurance, though, that has become more popular in recent years among business owners, and that is...
Love it or hate it, social media is not going to disappear anytime soon. This simple truth can actually be considered good for businesses in Michigan and elsewhere. The many different social media platforms can be great for marketing. When business planning, owners...
When selling one's company, it is normal to have concerns. Working through the sale of business can be intimidating and stressful, which is understandable. It is only normal for a business owner, whether in Michigan or elsewhere, to want to make sure that he or she is...
Those in Michigan or elsewhere who believe they have been the victims of workplace discrimination may not know the best ways to approach such situations. At the end of the day, discrimination, in any of its forms, should not be tolerated by employees or employers....
