What is your small business doing to reach prospects over the new media? Gordon Plutsky joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how small businesses should be adding social media tools and applications to the company's overall marketing strategy.

When the economy is off, do you cut back on marketing and advertising? Stephanie Hobbs joins Jim Blasingame with research that shows why marketing is critical to survival, especially in a recession.

How can a small business use e-learning strategy to train employees and build better customer relationships? Anita Rosen joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to develop an e-learning program and strategy.

What's the most important thing to remember when talking to customers - especially in a recession? Mike Stewart says it's discovery as he talks with Jim Blasingame about classic sales practices that are also important survival strategies.

Can small business owners benefit from a business coach, even during a recession? Rich Allen joins Jim Blasingame to explain the value of a business coach and why investing in one could be the difference between survival and, well, you know.

How can a home-based business find success during a recession? Beverley Williams joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why home-based businesses should focus on green products and services as a marketing strategy.

Do you need to give yourself permission to succeed? Noah St. John joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the secret code of success which includes taking your foot off of the brake of your personal and professional life.

Can you actually grow sales in a recession? Joanne Black says yes, and she talks about how with Jim Blasingame, including how to get more referrals and creative ways to help existing customers do more business with you.

How can a small business owner stay positive with so much negative news everywhere? Jane Pollak joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to find success by focusing on the positive aspects of our businesses and our lives.

How can a small business survive in a recesssion while preparing for the next economic expansion?Bob Kustka joins Jim Blasingame with advice on how to practice survival tactics while simultaneously watching for the opportunities that always happen in an economic downturn.