Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to discuss current economic and political events including the global recession, trade prospects, commercial real estate, tax issues, Wi-Fi on airplanes and other current issues.

What should small business owners do with their investment money? Fnancial expert, Duncan Richardson, joins Jim Blasingame to offer options and opportunities in these uncertain economic times, including the recommendation to use a financial planning expert.

How does a small business owner where to invest in the stock market? Gene Marcial joins Jim Blasingame to introduce effective, investment strategies as well as to discuss some of the financial scandals.

Do you know which small business tax deadlines are coming up? Barbara Weltman joins Jim Blasingame to talk about these deadlines and other tax issues, such as retirement issues and capital gains.

After an initial tribute to veterans, Gary Moore talks with Jim Blasingame about some of the issues around the current economic crisis.

How does a business owner combine growing business while doing personal financial planning? Brett Wilder joins Jim Blasingame to explain the four stages of business development and how each stage affects the owner.

You're good at spending money, but how are you at saving? Penelope Tzougros joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why we all have to take more responsibility for our retirement income, plus she talks about some of the instruments to consider.

What's the best way for small business to use money borrowed from a bank? Gene talks with Jim about how small businesses should manage the different kinds of working capital available to them, including bank debt, and blend them together into a successful capitalization plan.

Does your small business have a 401(k) as part of the benefits package? The day before 401K Day (Jim calls it 401(k) Day eve), Stephan talks with Jim about why the 401(k) is one of the best tax-free options for adding value to the relationship you have with your employees. He also explains some of the different kinds of 401(k)s, and just how easy it can be to set up a program.

What do the best small businesses know about retaining employees? Renee joins Jim to talk about what her company has learned about the best employee retention and motivation practices and how these practices convert directly to the bottom line.