How does a small business establish an effective fee and pricing structure in a recession? Kate Kelly joins Jim Blasingame with tips on setting profitable fees and pricing when there is downward economic pressure.

What should small business owners be thinking about in 2009? Cliff Ennico and Jim Blasingame to talk about the importance of humility and discipline in 2009.

How you make contact with your prospects and customers is critical. Ruth Sherman joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why, especially in a slow economy, we should be connecting with customers and prospects the old fashioned way - face-to-face.

The world was introduced to the dramatic influence of paradigm shifts by futurist, Joel Barker, more than two decades ago. Now Barker joins Jim Blasingame to discuss shifts he sees taking place before us, and where the oportunity and danger will be found.

How does the European economy compare to the U.S.? Leslie Kossoff joins Jim Blasingame with a report on the EU economic challenges, plus some important advice on surviving the 2009 economic challenges.

Focusing on what he calls "positive reality," Jim Blasingame talks about what he thinks is in store for small businesses in 2009 - the good, the bad and the ugly.

Should a small business focus on public relations even in a recession? Bill Glynn joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to survive the recession, including the need to have a public relations strategy.

What are customers looking for in this recession? Kim Castle talks with Jim Blasingame about how to strengthen your brand by being real and honest, and letting customers that you understand the challenges they're facing.

How much can small businesses learn from introverts in a recession? Pat Weber and Jim Blasingame discuss their thoughts on surviving the recession, including some of the characteristics of introverts.

What if someone told you that giving stuff away could help build your brand? Well, that's exactly what Karen Post told Jim Blasingame as they talked about some of the strategies you can use around free stuff.