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An Introduction to Employee Benefits

Michael Spath of Kapnick Insurance discusses employee benefits with expert Ian Burt. Here are highlights from that conversation. Michael: I am Michael Spath. This is Startup Nation Radio, Ask the Expert. I'm filling...

byKapnick Insurance

September 27, 2022

MEDC’s Fred Molnar on What’s Fueling the Success of Michigan Startups

On this episode of “Inside Michigan Business,” host Jeff Sloan talks with Fred Molnar of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) about innovation, technology and entrepreneurship in the state. Tune in to the conversation: ...

byInside Michigan Business

September 19, 2022

WJR Business Beat: U.S. News & World Report Ranking of Top U.S. Colleges (Episode 477)

On this episode of the Business Beat, Jeff reveals the 46 Michigan colleges and universities named in the U.S. News and World Report annual rankings. Tune in below for details: Tune in to News/Talk...

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September 15, 2022

WJR Business Beat: The 4-Day Workweek Picks Up Steam (Episode 476)

On this Business Beat, Jeff talks with Lauren Winans of Next Level Benefits about the forward momentum of companies adopting a four-day workweek. Is it a win-win? Tune in below to learn more: Tune...

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September 14, 2022

WJR Business Beat: Consumers Turn to Selling Cars for Extra Cash (Episode 475)

Michigan ranks No. 1 in searches for "sell my car," a potential harbinger of tough times continuing, Jeff says in this Business Beat. Tune in below for some shocking numbers: Tune in to...

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September 13, 2022

WJR Business Beat: Startups Led by Women Are Getting More VC Money (Episode 474)

Funding for female-led startups is on the upswing, Jeff reports on this Business Beat, at least in certain areas of the country. Tune in below for more good news: Tune in to News/Talk...

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September 12, 2022

Troy Mayor Ethan Baker on Politics and Growing the Business Community

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," host Jeff Sloan talks with Troy Mayor Ethan Baker about politics, his plans for the city and how to foster a growing, thriving business community. Tune in to...

byInside Michigan Business

September 8, 2022

Want a Proven Business Model? Try Coffee Shop Franchising

The beauty of franchising is that you're buying into a proven business model, Jeff says on this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," and coffee shops are a great way to go. Listen to...

byJeff Sloan

September 8, 2022

WJR Business Beat: Innovation Requires Staff to Be in Office (Episode 472)

Employees working from home results in a breakdown in the ability to innovate effectively and stay ahead of the competition, an MIT study shows. Jeff has the details on the impact of remote work in...

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September 8, 2022

WJR Business Beat: Chat Apps Are Central to Productive Hybrid Work (Episode 471)

On this episode of the Business Beat, Jeff shares results of a Preply study showing chat apps keep hybrid coworkers connected, perhaps too much. Tune in below for details: Tune in to News/Talk...

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September 7, 2022

WJR Business Beat: Verizon Unveils Another Round of $10K Grants (Episode 469)

Startups, Jeff Sloan has great news for you on this Business Beat. The Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program is accepting applications for its latest round of $10,000 grants. Tune in below to learn how...

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September 2, 2022

WJR Business Beat: USDA Reconnect Program Addresses Rural Digital Divide (Episode 468)

On this episode of the Business Beat, Jeff talks about the USDA ReConnect program to help connect businesses in rural America to the Internet by providing funding opportunities to bridge the digital divide. Tune in...

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September 1, 2022

WJR Business Beat: In Advertising, Active Attention Is the Key Metric (Episode 467)

On the Business Beat, Jeff shares some marketing advice from an Omnicron Media Group/Amplified Intelligence study indicating impressions aren't the ad metric businesses should be eyeing. Tune in below for more: Tune in to News/Talk...

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August 31, 2022

The Rise of the Side Startup Makes the Most of Remote Work

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Rani Molla about her Vox article on remote workers starting a side startup without quitting their jobs. Story: https://bit.ly/3ToyDQd Listen to the conversation...

byJeff Sloan

August 31, 2022

Mobility Expert Sam Abuelsamid: Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

On this episode of “Inside Michigan Business,” host John Gallagher talks with mobility expert Sam Abuelsamid of Guidehouse Insights about the advantages of and challenges to the electric and autonomous vehicle markets. Tune in to...

byInside Michigan Business

August 30, 2022

WJR Business Beat: The Most Desirable Companies for Engineering Graduates (Episode 465)

On the Business Beat, Jeff shares survey results on where engineering graduates want to work. Where do Michigan companies rank? How strong is the influence of Elon Musk? Tune in below to find out more:...

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August 29, 2022

Need Extra Cash? Pursue a Side Hustle

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan shares ideas on side hustles you can pursue during inflationary times, or any time you need some extra cash. Tune in for the full...

byJeff Sloan

August 29, 2022

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