How does tax policy impact the exploration, development and innovation of energy supply today and for the future? Gilbert Metcalf discusses this with Jim Blasingame and how it will impact our businesses.

How do you blend planning for the future while dealing with a clear and presently dangerous economy?Tim Berry and Jim Blasingame discuss how to prepare for survival while planning for the future.

John Berlau and Jim Blasingame talk about how Obama's choice for Treasury Secretary looks to small business owners.

Is your business struggling? Herb Kay joins Jim Blasingame to talk about some of the ugly reality of the current economic environment and they also offer survival tips and best practices.

Do you know who your most ideal customer prospect is? Chad and Jeff Koser talk with Jim Blasingame about these customer, which they call "Zebras," how to find them efficiently and stay focused on them.

The top 10 Small Business survival steps to take in 2009, as explained by Jim Blasingame. Jim talks about cash management, bank relationships, and several other critical steps that will contribute to your survival in 2009.

Can small business teams get stronger, even in a recession? Even when there have been lay-offs? Kristin Arnold joins Jim Blasingame to explain how to maintain high-functioning teams, even in a down economy and even if there has been employee reductions.

What are the first steps President Obama will take with regard to health care reform? Grace-Marie Turner joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the SCHIP program and why it's the "down payment" toward universal healthcare by the government.

Can you survive in 2009 by connecting with customers instead of just marketing to them? Charlie Fewell joins Jim Blasingame to talk about making sure customers know we appreciate their business and that our employees are trained to do the same thing.

What is one of the primary reasons small businesses fail? They don't ask questions when they don't know something, and Nora Klaver talks with Jim Blasingame about why this this kind of attitude could cause a business to fail.