How is branding for small business affected in the "Age of the Customer"? Tom Asacker joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how the value of branding in the "Age of the Customer" is actually evolving in favor of small businesses.

Why shouldn't you put all your investment capital in your small business? Bob Fischer joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why small businesses should diversify their retirement investing, including how to invest so you don't get run over by the Wall Street machine.

How could cloud telephony services put your phone capability on steroids? Irv Shapiro talks to Jim Blasingame about how cloud computing is leveling the playing field for small business, including exciting new telephony applications.

Kiplinger reports on state budget deficits and the economy. Kiplinger's Jim Ostroff joins Jim Blasingame to discuss dire budget issues by most of the states, plus the long-term impact of falling inflation and stubborn unemployment.

Kiplinger reports on foreclosures and energy. Kiplinger's Jim Ostroff joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the continuing challenges of home foreclosures, plus a forecast of lower gas and diesel prices.