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Communication across generations – Part 3: A good coach can help if you are willing to learn
Published on April 15, 2016
Taking advantage of a mentor or coach in the workplace from a different generation can benefit you. -
Tipping your servers: abolish the practice or embrace it?
Published on April 14, 2016
Questions about servers and tipping are answered to assist in determining one’s attitude about the controversy. -
Communication across generations – Part 2: Different generations have different values
Published on April 1, 2016
What values do generations hold? How can we make them work for us in the workplace? Understanding the values can play to your advantage. -
Cottage Food Law classes teach regulations and marketing
Published on April 1, 2016
The two hour workshop not only covers the regulations around producing under Michigan’s Cottage Food Law but covers items related to food safety and business aspects such as marketing your product. -
Video conferencing: Wave of the future or another invasive technology
Published on April 1, 2016
How live video is playing an increasing role in everyday lives. -
Placemaking for tourism - How to attract new visitors and talent to your region
Published on March 23, 2016
A two-part webinar highlighting placemaking as an economic development strategy, detailing Michigan's tourism economy and providing strategies to enhance tourist experiences through placemaking. -
Worker-owner cooperative transition, seller and buyer comfort: Part 2
Published on March 22, 2016
The combination of the changing workforce and the need for business owners to retire create a great opportunity for mutual benefit. Setting a fair price is also important to both. -
Five questions every “want to be” entrepreneur should be asking
Published on March 22, 2016
If you have been thinking about starting a business there are five questions you should be asking yourself first. The answers will help you determine whether you are ready to move forward with your idea or not. -
MSU Product Center Start-up to Watch awardees: Where are they now?
Published on March 16, 2016
Successful MSU Product Center client, Herkner’s Cherry Topping, has gone from start-up to succession in six short years. -
Worker-owner cooperative as a business transition alternative: Part 1
Published on March 16, 2016
The combination of a changing workforce and the need for business owners to retire creates a great opportunity for mutual benefit.