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MBA News & Blog

The MBA’s News & Blog is where we share MBA news, insights, updates and practical tips designed to move your business forward.

The latest MBA news & blog articles:

How Microsoft 365 Improves Productivity for Managers and Team Leaders

Leadership today often extends well beyond formal roles and office hours. Many managers and team leaders balance leading employees while also managing busy personal schedules, family responsibilities, and competing priorities. The challenge is rarely a lack of capability. More often, it’s finding systems that support both work and life. A typical morning for me looks like packing lunches, getting everyone

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Employee Benefit Programs Available to MBA Members

With the continued rise in group insurance costs, many employers are looking for ways to provide valuable benefits while managing expenses. The MBA is committed to helping members do just that through exclusive access to discounted employee benefit programs from trusted insurance and service providers. Thanks to long-standing partnerships with industry-leading carriers, MBA members can take advantage of competitive rates

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Pre-Employment Background Checks: Why They Matter Before You Hire

Hiring the right employee takes more than reviewing a resume and conducting an interview. Pre-employment background checks give employers valuable information that can help verify an applicant’s qualifications, reduce hiring risks, and support a safer workplace. While no screening process can predict future behavior, taking reasonable steps before extending a job offer can help protect your employees, customers, and business.

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What Employers Should Do When an Employee Abandons Their Job

An employee who suddenly stops reporting to work can leave employers scrambling. Missed shifts, increased workloads for other employees, and unanswered questions often create immediate operational challenges. Beyond the disruption, employers must also determine whether the absence is truly job abandonment or if legal protections may apply. Having a clear process in place can help your organization respond consistently, reduce

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Is Your Employee Handbook Ready for 2026? Policies Every Employer Should Review

Your employee handbook is more than a document employees receive on their first day. It serves as one of the most important tools for communicating expectations, protecting your organization, and supporting compliance. Workplaces continue to evolve, and employment laws and best practices evolve with them. An annual handbook review helps keep your policies current and aligned with the way your

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Women in Leadership Event Sparks Meaningful Conversations in Cranberry

The MBA welcomed members and guests to Cranberry on June 25 for a day focused on leadership, connection and professional growth. The morning featured our Women in Leadership: Mix, Mingle & Mocha event before opening our doors for an afternoon Open House. The event began with keynote speaker Blayre Holmes Davis, Senior Director of Community Relations for the Pittsburgh Steelers,

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