Just because we're technically out of the recession, doesn't mean that small businesses aren't going to have maintain tight management practices. Bill Conerly talks about this with Jim Blasingame, including how the next expansion will look different from the last one.

How does the valuation process work when buying or selling a small business. Andrew Sherman talks to Jim Blasingame about the uptick in mergers and acquisitions, whether now is a good time to buy or to sell, and how a buyer will evaluate a prospective business to buy.

Beginning with a reflection on the late Ted Kennedy, Joan Pryde and Jim Blasingame talk about the impact of cyber-crime and how to not become a victim. They also talk about consumer behavior, an increase in anti-trust scrutiny, "cash for clunkers" and regional wireless broadband.

What is the state of the economy for small businesses? SBA Chief Economist, Chad Moutray, joins Jim Blasingame to examine the current state of the economy for the small business sector, including sales, availability of credit and other issues.

Do you know how to prioritize who to pay when cash is tight? Jerry Silberman joins Jim Blasingame to discuss how to get the help you need when creditors are calling and you need help managing the cash flow that you have. Don't wait until it's too late to get help.

What will cause the next economic expansion? Michael Cox joins Jim Blasingame to discuss what caused the last economic expansion and predict what factors will produce the next one. They also talk about investment opportunities in the coming expansion, including what small businesses should plan for.

How does a small business stay in front of prospects and customers when the economy is slow and the budget is tight? Paula Lovell talks with Jim Blasingame about some low-cost, no-cost marketing tools, tips and best practices that will help you stay competitive.

What are your management peers saying about the economy? Bill Soward joins Jim Blasingame to report on the most recent survey of business managers concerning the recession and possibility of economic recovery.

Is there a conflict between Wall Street and Main Street? If so, did it contribute to the current financial crisis? Gary Moore thinks that there is a conflict and he talks with Jim Blasingame about it, including how he thinks investing will change as a result of this conflict.

How has the travel industry and travel agency services evolved over the past dozen years. Gary Murphy talks with Jim Blasingame about these topics and says that even thought travel is currently off, travel agents are making a comeback.