It's administrative professionals' day, those very important members of so many organizations. This day is also for the new kids on the block, virtual assistants. Check out what Gayle has to say to Jim Blasingame about employing a virtual assistant.

There are many ways to cut costs and find operating efficiencies besides cutting jobs. Bill Harrison joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how the economic recovery is progressing, plus tips and best practices for cutting costs.

Regular and open conversation between management and staff is one of the most important success steps for any small business. Bob Kustka joins Jim Blasingame with advice and tips on how to accomplish this level of successful interaction.

Are there entrepreneurial opportunities can to be found in the current economic environment?Barry Griswell and Bob Jennings say yes, and they join Jim Blasingame to discuss how to use the adversity paradox to your advantage when planning your small business future.

Everyone thinks honesty is the best policy, but it's not always the easiest policy. Steven Gaffney and Jim Blasingame talk about some of the problems created when honesty is under pressure, plus a few tips on how to create a culture of honesty in your business.

The most pressing public policy issue today is health care reform and Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the details and the likelihood reform will happen in 2009. Of course, Jim offers his take on the real agenda behind healthcare reform. Plus they discuss other issues, such as angel investors, the mortgage industry, etc.

Enduring success in small business, as in any other endeavor, requires authenticity. Mike Robbins joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the importance of authenticity in business and how you accomplish it.

Enduring success in small business, as in any other endeavor, requires authenticity. Mike Robbins joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the importance of authenticity in business and how you accomplish it.

The most recent NFIB report of small business activity indicates this sector is still feeling the impact of the recession. Bill Dunkelberg reports on this with Jim Blasingame, plus they discuss the Tax Tea Parties and the general economy.

How is the economy looking and when should small businesses expect the recovery to begin? Bill Brandt talks with Jim Blasingame about some of the key issues small business owners are facing in the economy, plus a Bill's thoughts on how President Obama is responding to them.