What are small business owners happy about? Beverly Inman-Ebel joins Jim Blasingame to report on a recent survey of what small business owners are doing about maintaining a positive attitude.

Even during tough economic times, there are still plenty of things to be thankful for, according to Beverly Inman-Ebel, who joins Jim Blasingame to report on what small business owners told her about what they're thankful for.

What are you thankful for in your small business in 2009? Beverly Inman-Ebel joins Jim Blasingame to talk about what she calls "Thankful Thirteenth," where her organization is collecting all the things that aren't so bad about the recession, including tips on how to make things better.

Take charge of your small business by taking action, according to Beverly Inman-Ebel, who joins Jim Blasingame to reveal three action steps that will help you get your business plans in motion.

What can small businesses learn from the culture of Japan? Beverly Inman-Ebel recently returned from a trip to Japan and she tells Jim Blasingame about what she learned there, including their attitude about serving customers.

Beverly Inman-Ebel joins Jim Blasingame to give some advice on how to effectively and proactively communicate with customers during challenging economic times.

We all like serendipity, but did you know you can create your own? Beverley Inman-Ebel talks with Jim Blasingame about creating and growing a business network by being genuine in the beginning and maintaining that behavior as you grow these relationships.

Sure you're talking to your customers, but what are they hearing? Beverly Inman-Ebel talks with Jim Blasingame about how to make sure your messages to customers and employees are landing with a memorable impact.

Could you deliver a speech, if you were asked? Beverly Inman-Ebel and Jim Blasingame provide a few perspectives and valuable tips about delivering a speech for non-professional speakers.

As we anticipate a slower economy, what's the best attitude for small business owners to have? Bev and Jim talk about the importance of not getting so bogged down in bad news that you can't see the opportunities that always present themselves to you, even in -- sometimes especially in -- a slower economy.