What percentage of small businesses are investor prospects? Tim Berry joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why such a tiny percentage of small businesses are ever going to be prospects to attract venture capital to grow.

Is the business plan a tool to manage with or to attract investors? Tim Berry joins Jim Blasingame to explain that a business plan is a multi-faceted tool to manage with as well as to be used to attract outside capital, whether from a bank or an investor.

What is the big issue between entrepreneurs and investors? Tim Berry joins Jim Blasingame to explain why the greatest issue an entrepreneur will have with investors is agreeing on an exit strategy.

What is the good, bad and ugly of a business planning contest? Tim Berry and Jim Blasingame talk about some of the reasons why a business planning contest can be beneficial, but also where these events fall short in helping you get ready for the real marketplace.

How do you make your small business attractive to angel investors? Tim Berry joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the concept and specifics of making your small business and your goals conform to the things an angel investor finds attractive.

What are the top 10 reasons small business start-ups fail? Tim Berry joins Jim Blasingame to report on his top 10 list of start-up mistakes, including poor cash management, failure to plan, not developing an effective team, etc.

Can entrepreneurs have it all - professional and personal success? Tim Berry and Jim Blasingame think it's possible and they discuss tips and best practices both have used for balancing work and life.

Is entrepreneurship a skill that can be learned? Tim Berry joins Jim Blasingame to reveal what is and is not being taught in entrepreneurship curricula, and they discuss whether an entrepreneurship education is worthwhile.

How does a small business incorporate online community development into its business plan? Tim Berry joins Jim Blasingame to talk about planning for more connection with customers in concert with marketing goals.

There are dozens of free resources available to help small businesses get started and grow their ventures. Tim Berry and Jim Blasingame reveal and discuss the most prominent ones.