WJR Business Beat

Jeff Dupee, CEO and co-founder at clean.io, a digital engagement company focused on preventing fraud. Says clean.io this week will launch coupon detective free software tool that shows e-commerce merchants just how much money they're losing from third party sources and allows them to take action to prevent it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

Unemployment rates are near record lows almost every month. And the reason for that some people think is labor hoarding, which is companies are hanging onto their employees during this tough economic stretch because they believe it will be more profitable for the company in the long run. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

There are many rules of thumb that guide product pricing, however, it is a real art today given the pressures from inflation that are in play. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

69% of small businesses say they have suffered some kind of breach already, which has bypassed their email security solution according to the 2022 SMB Cyber Security Landscape Report. Taking action to spend more to protect businesses is just another cost factor that is making being a business owner today tough. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information a...

Skimpflation, refers to consumers now proactively skimping on services, subscriptions, and purchases they otherwise would've made without issue. Retailers and businesses in general are going to bear the brunt of these cuts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ted Valley, co-founder of Midwest House and a Michigan Tech Week Coalition said, "Building a successful tech company can be a great thing for a few people. Building a vibrant tech community can be a game changer for a whole region. Tech Week will be a foundational piece for a growing community that will be open to our entire state." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz...

85% of Gen Z consumers, 86% of millennials, 79% of Gen X and Baby Boomers all are more likely to complete a purchase these days when they have an incentive to do so. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The internet, when used in the positive ways as it was intended is an amazing resource. In the wrong hands, it opens the door to nefarious deeds such as breaching your private information and or even ruining your reputation by posting false information about. A new company based in Detroit is addressing the problem and making great headway toward major success. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

Announcing a grant program that is intended to support improvements to small towns in America. T-Mobile has partnered with Smart Growth America and Main Street America, looking for elected leaders, town managers, employees, or nonprofit leaders to submit the details for their project request on behalf of the small towns to be eligible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adsw...

Focus on retaining, engaging, and selling more to your existing customers is just fundamentally critical. 80% of your future profits will come from just 20% of your customers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The looming recession has become the perfect test market for brand loyalty. Bottom line, focus on engaging and retaining your existing customers. Focus on delivering a supreme level of customer service and experience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Finding good deals, bargain hunting, even coupon clipping is back in vogue. Consumers are now using digital price comparison in coupon tracking tools to drive their purchase decisions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gen Z's spending power is on the rise. A Bloomberg report from last year, commands 360 billion in disposable income. They get their purchase influences through social media, and tend to have to feel a strong affiliation with the brand in order to buy from that brand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

When it comes to searching for products online, Amazon, Google and eBay have become the top three tools for consumers to start their purchase journeys. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Black Girl Ventures is dedicated to supporting talented, innovative black and brown founders by creating an environment where they can build their businesses and grow them into becoming successful and impactful enterprises. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retail experts are now saying that this year's holiday buying season for consumers will be focused on doing their shopping online as a first choice, rather than supplementing with online purchases. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

20 million US workers working from home means more lunch at home, with 62% of the food dollar now spent on options purchased at the grocery store. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Where to start with AI? A chat bot for your website that will greet guests, provide standardized customer service guidance, and even gather valuable data that you can use to close sales and grow your business Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Consumer sentiment remains strong about the upcoming holidays and the gift buying season focusing on the best deals and promotions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Forty-six Michigan colleges ranked among the best higher institutions across various categories on the annual U.S. News and World Report rankings. Rankings focused on academic quality, graduation and retention rates, as well as graduate indebtedness and social mobility. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

On this Business Beat, Jeff talks with Lauren Winans about the forward momentum of companies adopting a four-day workweek. Is it a win-win? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan ranks No. 1 in searches for "sell my car," a potential harbinger of tough times continuing, Jeff says in this Business Beat.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff has good news to report on the Business Beat, with funding for female-led startups on the upswing, at least in certain areas of the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Sloan talks with Paul W. Smith about the allure of finding a deal with a new study showing consumers aren't afraid of being viewed as cheapskates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 this Business Beat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.