Friday - February 01, 2013
Are you setting goals you can achieve? Marsha Egan joins Jim Blasingame to recommends the SMART way to set and accomplish goals, by revealing the tools that make up this acronym.
What are the tools to conducting a successful disciplinary meeting? Marsha Egan joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the importance of redeeming an employee who needs to be corrected, and finding a way to make sure they listen.
Do you network with your customers? Andrea Nierenberg joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the many reasons why you should be practicing professional networking skills with existing customers.
It's not easy making the transition from a military environment back to Main Street. Andrea Nierenberg joins Jim Blasingame to talk about some of the issues facing military veterans when they return and plug back into civilian life.
You can't be a successful networker if you don't listen. Andrea Nierenberg joins Jim Blasingame to talk about four things you need to know to become a better listener and therefore a better networker.
Can Mark Zuckerberg teach us anything? Ekaterina Walter joins Jim Blasingame to reveal three of the 5 business secrets she thinks we can all learn from Facebook's founder, Mark Zuckerberg.
Here are two more things we can learn from Facebook's founder. Ekaterina Walter joins Jim Blasingame to reveal two more of the 5 business secrets we can learn from Facebook's founder, Mark Zuckerberg.
What? Obamacare is going to hurt unions? Grace-Marie Turner joins Jim Blasingame to explain why the details of Obamacare is likely to cost unions millions of members.
Will low income worked be victims of Obamacare? Grace-Marie Turner joins Jim Blasingame to explain the reasons why the details of Obamacare may actually hurt low income workers in hours worked as well as higher health care costs.
Could you have to pay more for health care insurance under Obamacare? Grace-Marie Turner joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that, under Obamacare, your heallh insurance costs could go up significantly.
Monday - February 04, 2013
What is a "mean girl?" Katherine Crowley joins Jim Blasingame to talk about what a "mean girl" is, why they behave in a small and petty way, and why there are no "mean boys."
How does a male manager deal with "mean girls" who are employees? Katherine Crowley joins Jim Blasingame with suggestions to help male small business owners deal with female employees who don't get along, including "mean girls."
How much are you investing in cloud and mobile technology? Pat Sigmon joins Jim Blasingame to reveal why every small business must be investing in and using cloud-based and mobile computing technologies.
How much cloud computing does your business use? Pat Sigmon joins Jim Blasingame to encourage small businesses to find ways to have parallel capability in the cloud, if not as a primary system, as a back-up for emergencies.
How small businesses can do all kinds of data mining for their customers. Pat Sigmon joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how small businesses can use high tech and low tech data mining to stay relevant with customer expectations.
Small businesses are optimistic about themselves, but not the economy. Mike Effle joins Jim Blasingame with a recent Vendio survey that reveals small business owners are optimistic about their businesses, but concerned about government policies.
Is your small business ready for mobile customers? Mike Effle joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the expectations of customers who want to reach you on their smart phones, and how to meet those expectations.
Would we have fewer wars if presidents had to lead the attack? Gerald Celente joins Jim Blasingame to propose a new rule for peace: Make world leaders lead their armies into battle.
What if our next war had to be approved by the voters? Gerald Celente joins Jim Blasingame to propose that our next war should go to the voters before we fight, and be paid for by those who voted for it.
Does the Golden Rule work for foreign policy decisions? Gerald Celente joins Jim Blasingame to propose that nations shouldn't be surprised when they're attacked by people they had attacked.
Wednesday - February 06, 2013
What drives you to do what you do? Steve Gaffney joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that money and stuff and not the prime drivers of our motivation, but rather the desire for growth, freedom and accomplishment.
How much garbage are you holding on to? Steve Gaffney joins Jim Blasingame to encourage you to get rid of the emotional garbage you're harboring for someone or something else, and focus on things you can do something about.
Is the federal government on a witch hunt against Standard & Poor's? Rick Newman joins Jim Blasingame to explain why the rating agency, Standard & Poor's is being sued by the government for their role in the 2008 financial crisis.
After a negative growth quarter, could there be good news in the economy? Rick Newman joins Jim Blasingame to report on some of the hopeful, if not positive elements beginning to become evident in the U.S. economy.
Why are there no business people around President Obama? Rick Newman joins Jim Blasingame to report on the fact that Obama only surrounds himself with political types and no business people, plus the failure of the Jobs Council.
Phil Mickelson was right to speak out about high taxes. Jim Blasingame to commend pro golfer, Phil Mickelson for the courage to speak out about excessive income tax rates, regardless of how much money he makes.
The trust level for so many U.S. institutions is at record lows. Jim Blasingame talks about recent surveys showing Americans are losing faith in our institutions, and offers a suggestion for how to restore this most critical concept of trust.
The business capital landscape is shifting dramatically. Tom Markel joins Jim Blasingame to report on how the traditional capital market scenario for funding growth is shifting and being replaced with a more democratic model.
Crowdfunding is good for start-ups, but is it good business. Tom Markel joins Jim Blasingame to discuss and debate the issues and elements around crowdfunding and other new capital formation methods.
Are you a prospect for the crowdfunding capitalization model? Tom Markel joins Jim Blasingame to explain how his organization, iBank.com, is prepared to help anyone who wants to use the crowdfunding method of raising capital.
Thursday - February 07, 2013
How should a franchise buyer think about the franchise restrictions? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the restrictions imposed by franchisers on those who buy a franchise, and why they should be seen as benefits.
What is the funding landscape for franchising? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to report on the continued lack of financing for franchising and to comment on the potential for crowdfunding for a franchise acquisition.
What are the advantages of Windows 8 operating system? Shelly Palmer joins Jim Blasingame to report that Windows 8 operating system primarily offers advantages only if you're using touch screen devices.
Is Microsoft loaning money to Dell or making an investment? Shelly Palmer joins Jim Blasingame to sort out the part Microsoft is playing in the privatization of Dell, and what this says about the post-PC world.
How does the new Blackberry 10 stack up to competitors? Shelly Palmer joins Jim Blasingame to say the new Blackberry 10 phone is great - if it had been released two years ago, otherwise, it doesn't compare well with the competition.
Is it time for your small business to start an employee wellness program? Lee Dukes joins Jim Blasingame to report on a survey of businesses that have wellness programs, including the return on investment they received from these programs.
Are you talking with employees about wellness? Lee Dukes joins Jim Blasingame to report on how his company helps small businesses work with employees on wellness programs, including medical screening.
President Obama won't accept immigration reform unless he gets all the credit. Tamar Jacoby joins Jim Blasingame to remind us that the last time President Obama had a chance to work with Republicans on immigration he blindsided them.
What's the next step in the immigration debate? Tamar Jacoby joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that legalization vs citizenship seems to be the two big immigration debate points that will play out in the next two years.
Will there be immigration reform in the next four years? Tamar Jacoby joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the future of immigration, including border security, legalization, citizenship and whether we will have reform legislation this term.
Friday - February 08, 2013
Is last year's baggage holding you back? Vicky Oliver join Jim Blasingame to propose that you can't maximize the opportunities of the New Year if you don't stop ruminating about last year's mistakes.
Could a new chair help you with productivity? Vicky Oliver join Jim Blasingame to recommend an office makeover, or just move things around in order to get your New Year off to a productive start.
How is the 2013 economy looking? Sam Norwood joins Jim Blasingame to report on the Tatum Survey, which shows managers are becoming more optimistic about 2013 economic prospects.
Early reports of sales are up for 2013. Sam Norwood joins Jim Blasingame to with the Tatum Survey that reveals sales projections are up, along with capital expenditures for early 2013.
Is hiring picking up by employers? Sam Norwood joins Jim Blasingame to with the Tatum Survey that shows a greater interest in increased hiring, but also with a concern about not finding qualified candidates.
Your small business could be at risk from hackers. Scott Aurnou joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that 70% of cyber attacks happen to small businesses and encourage you to install security systems in your smartphones.
Have you ever done a mobile jailbreak? Scott Aurnou joins Jim Blasingame to report that your smartphone's security capability will be compromised if you break into the default settings and change them.
Do you pull on the wrong end of a problem's string? Peter Meyer joins Jim Blasingame to explain his String Theory method of problem solving and relationship building by focusing on where to start.
You already have what you need to solve a problem. Peter Meyer joins Jim Blasingame to propose his String Theory of problem solving, which holds that starting at the right place is more important than more information.
When the bad news could actually be the good news. Peter Meyer joins Jim Blasingame to explain his String Theory of problem solving, which indicates that when a challenge looks the most difficult you may actually be the closest to a solution.
Monday - February 11, 2013
What was at the heart of Lincoln's feeling about slavery? Gene Griessman joins Jim Blasingame to celebrate Lincoln's birthday and reveal what was at the heart of his anti-slavery conviction, plus his income tax plan.
All decisions have elements of good and bad in them.. Gene Griessman joins Jim Blasingame to celebrate Lincoln's birthday and talk about his thoughts about how to make difficult decisions, especially where human lives are at stake.
Dr. Ben Carson proposed a Biblically based tax policy. Barbara Weltman joins Jim Blasingame to talk about Dr. Benjamin Carson, Sr.'s outspoken criticism of the U.S. tax system and propose a Biblically based 10% flat tax.
Could a flat tax become reality in the U.S.? Barbara Weltman joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the impediments to a flat tax having a chance of replacing our current income tax regime, plus last minute SEP planning.
Don't forget a SEP retirement plan. Barbara Weltman joins Jim Blasingame to remind that you can still create a SEP plan for 2012, plus new rules for home-based office deductions.
After 13 years in prison, he turned his life around. Weldon Long joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how he turned his life around after 13 years in prison on drug charges to a successful entrepreneur, award-winning author and now role model.
This ex-con says everything you need to be successful you already have. Weldon Long joins Jim Blasingame to offer simple steps to success, including revealing that ho you think determines whether you will success or fail, more than anything else.
2013 is the 100th anniversary of the 16th amendment. The Burt Folsom joins Jim Blasingame to mark the 100th anniversary of the 16th amendment, which gave rise to the current income tax regime in the U.S.
FDR's expansion of the income tax rates proved high taxes are unproductive. Burt Folsom joins Jim Blasingame to show that FDR's increasing income tax rates made productive people stop producing.
Has the U.S. already crossed the point where we've become an enttitlement nation? Burt Folsom joins Jim Blasingame to debate whether the current level of Americans taking from government has changed our society into an entitlement nation.
Wednesday - February 13, 2013
How much should culture influence hiring decisions? Bev Flaxington joins Jim Blasingame to offer several tips on better hiring, including the CEO perspective on employees and company culture.
Are you enabling the silos in your business? Bev Flaxington joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how hiring strategies by the CEO of a small business will prevent the creation of departmental silos and promote productivity.
Black entrepreneurs are black every day, not just in February. Olalah Njenga joins Jim Blasingame to share what she thinks about being a black entrepreneur, especially during Black History Month.
What will a minimum wage increase do to black Americans? Olalah Njenga joins Jim Blasingame to discuss some of Obama's State of the Union proposals, including the minimum wage increase, which will hurt black workers disproportionately.
Do women need the Payckeck Fairness law? Olalah Njenga joins Jim Blasingame to say that she supports the Paycheck Fairness law, as long as it calculates fair pay that takes all factors into consideration.
Should your next computer be powered by Windows 8? Jay Paulus joins Jim Blasingame with details of the Windows 8 operating system, including whether you want it on a non-touch screen device, plus it's faster, more secure and more efficient.
Windows 8 has the best of Windows 7, and a bunch more new stuff. Jay Paulus joins Jim Blasingame to report on some of the exciting things that are part of the new Windows 8 operating system, especially when using the Cloud.
What? Obama is focusing on economic growth? Chuck Kadlec joins Jim Blasingame to congratulate President Obama on saying that he was ready to focus on economic growth as a way to solve our fiscal challenges.
Minimum wage is another progressive nugget that will be bad for economic recovery. Chuck Kadlec joins Jim Blasingame to review the progressive proposals in Obama's State of the Union speech that will hurt the economy and the people they claim to help.
America needs economic growth to solve our fiscal problems. Chuck Kadlec joins Jim Blasingame in support of Senator Rubio's rebuttal of Obama's State of the Union address, which focused on free market growth practices.
Thursday - February 14, 2013
Will small business owners send their employees to Obamacare state exchanges? Paul Howard joins Jim Blasingame to report on the new Obamacare realities, including how small businesses will use state exchanges to augment employee heath care coverage.
Will Obamacare allow you to keep your current health insurance? Paul Howard joins Jim Blasingame to report on the roll-out of Obamacare, and to say that small business owners should be able to keep their current insurance, but it will cost more.
Don't be intimidated by big companies when going after a high-value employee candidate. John Dini joins Jim Blasingame to say that the current employment environment in business businesses is making a small business job look better every day.
You can lure a big business employee away easier than you think. John Dini joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the things a good employee want - more than money - that big business can't provide, but small businesses can.
A small business's ability to be flexible with employees is a great advantage. John Dini joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that one of the ways to lure big business employees away is to stress your ability to be flexible around family.
Small business owners don't agree with what the president is focusing on. Jim Blasingame reports on recent survey results that indicate the president is focusing on climate change when small business owners think he should focus on economic issues.
Are we headed for a double dip recession? Jim Blasingame reports on the results of a recent poll of small business owners that shows 94% fear a likelihood of another recession, while Obama proposes things that will make that fear a reality.
It's dangerous to preach the gospel in private in Iran. Dave Anderson joins Jim Blasingame to report on the travails of Saeed Abedini, an American who has been sentences to eight years in an Iranian prison for preaching Christianity in homes in Iran.
Do American's have so much self-esteem that it's difficult to hire productive employees? Dave Anderson joins Jim Blasingame to lament the negative impact of our societies sense of entitlement and narcissism on a business's ability to hire productive employees.
Can you screen for prospective employees who don't feel entitled? Dave Anderson joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how to conduct an interview with a prospective employee and determine if they will assume a productive position in your organization.
Friday - February 15, 2013
Is sleep deprivation hurting your performance? Dr. George Zgourides joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the concept of "quality rest" and why we should strive to achieve what he calls "sleep hygiene" in order to be healthier and more productive.
Sleep deprivation is having an increasing impact employee performance. Dr. George Zgourides joins Jim Blasingame to explain that chronic exhaustion is a critical issue in the US and how to reduce this productivity-stealing condition in your employees.
Small business optimism is still languishing in a deficit. Dr. Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame with his NFIB Index that indicates small business owners are only slightly more optimistic than last month, but still below expansion levels.
Small businesses are still in a maintenance growth mode. Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame with his NFIB Optimism Index that shows small businesses are still not hiring, investing, or able to raise prices.
Will 2013 economy be any better than 2012? Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame with his NFIB Optimism Index and his prediction that the 2013 economy will continue the moribund 2% growth of the past four years..
How often do you contemplate dignity as a component of interpersonal relationships? Donna Hicks joins Jim Blasingame to encourage increasing our awareness of the dignity of others as a way to decrease tension and increase productivity.
Resolve conflict by recognizing the dignity of others. Donna Hicks joins Jim Blasingame to explain how to diffuse and minimize conflicts by being aware of the dignity in others and find a way to empathize with that emotion.
How 3D printing is accelerating innovations. Joel Barker joins Jim Blasingame to report on the latest versions of 3-D printers and how a lowered barrier to entry can help inventors and entrepreneurs take an innovation to market sooner.
Your own digestive bacteria could cause plaque to break look in arteries. Joel Barker joins Jim Blasingame to report on medicine that could prevent digestive bacteria from causing arterial plaque from breaking loose.
What if a pill could cause your body to regenerate a lost part? Joel Barker joins Jim Blasingame to report on a new medicine that could cause our body to regenerate lost hearing elements in our ears.
Monday - February 18, 2013
Did you seek happiness when you started your small business? Kita Szpak joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why you became a small business owner and how much that decision included seeking happiness.
Are you able to separate your life from your business? Kita Szpak joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the challenges of separating your personal life from your business when it's necessary.
Will Obama's legacy be one of substance? John Harrison joins Jim Blasingame to celebrate President's Day by offering his concerns that Barack Obama's legacy may be no more signficant than that he is America's first black president.
A black small business owners talks about what Black History Month means to him. John Harrison joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how Black History Month has meant different things to him during the stages of his life.
A financial planning update from one of our CFPs. John Harrison joins Jim Blasingame to talk about changes to the 529 education plans, plus whether tax free municipal bonds are still good investment options.
The rules of prospecting have changed. Jim Blasingame reveals how prospecting rules have changed in the Age of the Customer, what those rules are and how to successfully practice them.
Lincoln was a profile in stick-to-itiveness. Jim Blasingame reveals the many instances of failure and setback in Abraham Lincoln's life and how he overcame them to become one of history's great men.
Have selling rules changed? Ramon Ray joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how meeting and doing business with prospects in social media communities, like Facebook, are different from the traditional rules.
Are you trying to sell prospects in social media sites when you should be connecting with them? Ramon Ray joins Jim Blasingame to encourage patience when connecting with prospects in social media sites like Facebook, and find a way to be relevant to them.
Don't forget, face-to-face is the original social media. Ramon Ray joins Jim Blasingame to explain how to connect your social media networking strategy to your face-to-face activity.
Tuesday - February 19, 2013
What causes an entrepreneur to lose confidence? John Bradberry joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to deal with the natural tendency to lose confidence in yourself when your business doesn't perform or when other factors create challenges.
Here are tips on how to regain entrepreneurial confidence. John Bradberry joins Jim Blasingame to several examples of why entrepreneurs sometimes lose their confidence, and offer tips on how to get it back.
Are you having difficulty making decisions? John Bradberry joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the dangers of the inability to make decisions, and offer suggestions on how to simplify the process and focus your decision practices.
Washington dysfunction is impacting another sector negatively. Chad Moutray joins Jim Blasingame to report on the recent manufacturing survey that shows this sector is pulling back largely due to political dysfunction in Washington.
Manufacturing jobs are being repatriated back to the U.S. Chad Moutray joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that the onshoring of manufacturing jobs is a real and increasing trend due to global economic and political reasons, on The Small Business Advocate Show.
What do you say when someone is rude to you? Marie Dubuque joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why people are rude and how we should behave when someone is insulting or rude.
Do Boomer managers have to raise their Gen Y employees? Marie Dubuque joins Jim Blasingame to talk about some of the issues older managers are reporting when they employ members of Generation Y.
There are classic reasons why a small business gets upside-down with debt. Ellen Rohr joins Jim Blasingame to reveal why small businesses get into debt problems, including not focusing on profit drivers, like charging enough.
How much should you let employees in on company debt structure? Ellen Rohr joins Jim Blasingame to offers tips on how to open up portions of your financials so your team can help with debt reduction.
What do you do when employees have debt challenges? Ellen Rohr joins Jim Blasingame to suggest best practices when employees come to you with personal debt issues, including recommending books and counseling services.
Thursday - February 21, 2013
What has happened to investing since 2008? Bruce Helmer joins Jim Blasingame to talk about some of the issues that are part of investing practices since the 2008 financial crisis, and how to make appropriate adjustments.
Should real estate be a bigger part of your investment portfolio? Bruce Helmer joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the new normal for investing since 2008, including an increase in real estate in your portfolio.
If change is necessary, could your team pull it off? Rick Maurer joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how to discover whether your organization is too complacent to successfully implement change.
As managers are we in the way of change? Rick Maurer joins Jim Blasingame to propose questions to ask ourselves about how much we oppose change and to discover how much we could grow if we were less resistant to change.
What do you do when the need for change is evident? Rick Maurer joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the dangers of believing the hand writing on the wall about your need to make changes is a forgery.
What is your negotiating style? Tom Anastasi joins Jim Blasingame to reveal different negotiating styles, how to identify the one you use and when to use different ones to your advantage.
Is collaboration a good component in negotiations? Tom Anastasi joins Jim Blasingame to recommend using a collaborative approach in some negotiating circumstances.
Can you recognize trust when you see it happening? Arky Ciancutti joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how to quantify trust as more than just the right thing to do, but as a best business practice that you can leverage.
What you you do when you find a mistrust gap in an important relationship? Arky Ciancutti joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how to identify a mistrust gap and how to install a trust bridge across that dysfunctional relationship.
An unprecedented number of institutions have a trust deficit with Americans. Arky Ciancutti joins Jim Blasingame to propose that the best way to recover a positive trust level is for Americans to demand Main Street values from our leaders.
Friday - February 22, 2013
Are you using LinkedIn for prospect research? Kathy Perry joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the new rules of customer expectations, like using LinkedIn as a critical prospect research tool.
It's cool to be a small business geek. Kathy Perry joins Jim Blasingame to reveal some of the things every small business owners should know about becoming at least a little bit of a geek.
Small businesses have a great local advantage. John Stanton joins Jim Blasingame to reveal some of the advantages small businesses have by being small and local, and how to make the most of these characteristics in marketing.
Do you know how many ways your customers need to connect with you? John Stanton joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the power of conducting a customer interaction audit, to see how many ways customers connect with you so you can conduct more precision marketing.
Service is different in Europe from America. John Stanton joins Jim Blasingame to report on how customer service differs from Europe to the U.S., and why the difference matters.
Do you wait for movies to get to cable before you see them? Edward Sylvan joins Jim Blasingame to report on a new normal for movie distribution, which is to release them in theaters and at home simultaneously.
Winning a best picture Oscar is not just about making a good movie. Edward Sylvan joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the political and financial maneuvering that is required to win a best picture Oscar.
Preparing your business for sale requires long-term planning. Gene Siciliano joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that it can take several years to get your business cleaned up to maximize the value to a prospective buyer.
Have you looked at your balance sheet lately? Gene Siciliano joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the role your balance sheet will play in the process of selling your business, and how to clean it up.
Most business sales are not going to come with a big check at closing. Gene Siciliano joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the reality of how most business sales are capitalized and that truth is why you need to get your business ready for sale.
Monday - February 25, 2013
Obama's cabinet candidates are not in jeopardy. Rich Galen joins Jim Blasingame to explain why all of Obama's nominees for his cabinet, including Hagel and Lew, will be confirmed.
Want to leave your employer and start a small business? Jim Blasingame offers some of his thoughts on the best way for an employed person to transition from a job to small business owner, including basic capitalization.
Want to start a business because you don't have a job? Jim Blasingame offers his thoughts on some of the issues involved if you want to start a small business because you don't have a job, including some points on why this might not be a good idea.
Does Main Street have a chance in the Washington-Wall Street chess game? Gary Moore joins Jim Blasingame to talk about whether the relationship between Wall Street banks and Washington comes at the expense of Main Street small businesses.
Are we headed for dangerous inflation? Gary Moore joins Jim Blasingame to reveal that the world is awash in money, but that this doesn't have to mean that we're heading into inflationary times.
Do you have any floating rate loans? Gary Moore joins Jim Blasingame to predict that interest rates are going up and that we should convert any floating rate loans to permanent rate contracts, including real estate mortgages.
How much are you using cloud computing resources? Andy Feit joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the advantages of cloud computing, how it is being used today and what it will look like in the future.
Just how secure is cloud computing anyway? Andy Feit joins Jim Blasingame to report on how far cloud computing has come in creating safe and secure business solutions for small businesses.
Is democracy breaking out in Morocco? Rich Galen joins Jim Blasingame to report on his trip to help the Moroccan monarchy and government embrace democratic principles and how this country avoid the Arab Spring.
Will your small business be hurt by the sequester? Rich Galen joins Jim Blasingame to report that, unless you have customers that are government contractors, you will hardly notice any negatives due to the impending sequester.
Tuesday - February 26, 2013
Do you know how to maximize the SEO potential of your website? Kathryn Sias joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to hire a search engine optimization (SEO) expert, and how to make sure your SEO strategy isn't hurting you with the search engines.
There are three key SEO factors to consider. Kathryn Sias joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how to manage your SEO strategy from the three perspectives of technical, financial and the politics of search engines.
Have you run out of cuts and adjustments to make to grow your business? Stephen Baum joins Jim Blasingame to report on how one small business CEO looked at his business differently and found new growth opportunities he was previously unaware of.
Are you familiar with the concept of "top grading" your leadership? Stephen Baum joins Jim Blasingame to explain how one small business CEO evaluated his leadership and replaced poor performers with more qualified people in a move called "top grading."
What would it take to get you to take your business to the next level? Stephen Baum joins Jim Blasingame to reveal three questions to ask yourself - and answer - in order to discover what it would take to get the next level of growth.
Could you use one more hour a day? Mike Pugh joins Jim Blasingame with several time management tips and best practices, including how to maximize your people and technology, in order to recover lost time.
There are several new innovations that will help you save time. Mike Pugh joins Jim Blasingame to recommend several cloud-based innovations that are designed to help you recover lost time, a minute or two at a time.
Black History Month means different things to different people. Donald Hunter and Clara Villarosa join Jim Blasingame to celebrate Black History Month and share their perspectives on what this commemoration means to them personally and professionally.
How has President Obama done so far? Donald Hunter and Clara Villarosa join Jim Blasingame to celebrate Black History Month and give Obama a grade based on his performance thus far as president.
Has Obama contributed positively to the economy? Donald Hunter and Clara Villarosa join Jim Blasingame to celebrate Black History Month and report on economic conditions, including whether President Obama has made them better or worse.
Wednesday - February 27, 2013
Do you know how to hire an SEO consultant? Jim Blasingame reveals three major elements of search engine optimization that a prospective SEO consultant should prove they know before you hire them.
An export strategy is a great way to grow your business. Ex-Im Bank president, Fred Hochberg joins Jim Blasingame to report on how small businesses are developing export strategies that help them grow even when the U.S. economy softens.
This is one government agency that really does help small businesses. Fred Hochberg joins Jim Blasingame to explain some of the financial services and support Ex-Im Bank has available to help small businesses create and execute a successful export strategy. .
How do markets outside the U.S. look for small business exporters? Fred Hochberg joins Jim Blasingame to report on some of the opportunities around the globe that small business exporters are taking advantage of right now.
Do you know the difference between a hard trend and a soft trend? Dan Burrus joins Jim Blasingame to reveal several technological innovations that will have an impact on your professional life, whether you're a business owner or employee.
Would you like to know what technologies are coming at you from the future? Dan Burrus joins Jim Blasingame to reveal a number of technologies that are certain to impact your job and business, including intelligent machines that manage each other.
Small businesses are more upbeat about their businesses than they are about hiring prospects. Charley Moore joins Jim Blasingame to report on the Rocket Lawyer 2013 Small Business Index that indicates the attitudes of small businesses.
Generation Y small business owners are more likely to hire. Charley Moore joins Jim Blasingame to report on the Rocket Lawyer Index that indicates 20-something entrepreneurs expect to hire employees this year.
Do you put off contacting a lawyer until it's too late? Charley Moore joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how Rocket Lawyer connect small business owners with a competent lawyer in their area to minimize the hassle or uncertainty of how much it will cost.
Thursday - February 28, 2013
Working calmly active and actively calm. Jim Ballard joins Jim Blasingame to discuss how to work in the flow and stay in the moment by controlling your attention energy.
The journey is a greater part of your life than destination arrival. Jim Ballard joins Jim Blasingame to reveal why valuing all the points of the journey of life and business, more than the ultimate destination or goal.
What is the relationship between search engine optimization and content creation? Jon Wuebben joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how to grow your business by maximizing the relationship between content and SEO (search engine optimization).
What kind of content do search engines like? Jon Wuebben joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to create content that create the best ranking by search engines, plus how often to post content.
Is your Main Street business optimized for local search? Jon Wuebben joins Jim Blasingame to reveal what you have to do to make sure customers find your small business when they do a local search for what you sell.
Supplier diversity policies and laws can be good news for small business. Janet Christy joins Jim Blasingame to explain what supplier diversity policies and laws are and how small businesses can take advantage of them.
Are large contractor diversity programs serving small business? Janet Christy joins Jim Blasingame to report on the challenges of working with diversity program liaisons of large contractors and why they aren't serving small businesses as they well as they could.
