Monday - December 01, 2008
What will it take to get small business owners to embrace more sophisticated best management practices? Mike Kramer joins Jim Blasingame to talk about a competition that should help do this.
What is the best way to deal with fear in your small business during uncertain times? Peter Meyer talks with Jim Blasingame about to some of the ways to prevent fear from becoming a performance thief.
Why is diversity in a small business a best practice? Gene Griessman talks with Jim Blasingame about the many facets and benefits of employing a diverse team of employees.
What are the hard decisions a small business must take during a challenging economy? Eva Rosenberg talks with Jim Blasingame about some of the specific steps that should be taken without delay.
Tuesday - December 02, 2008
What are the keys to success online for small business? Mitchel Rothschild joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why it's critical for a small business to have a web presence and furthermore, to maximize the potential regarding search engine optimization.
As the economic recovery evolves, how the banking industry, and therefore, small businesses be impacted? Richard DeKaser talks with Jim Blasingame about this, plus Richard's outlook for the economy.
People are valuing time more than money, and Chantal Boxer and her husband leverage this phenomenon in their new business, as she explains to Jim Blasingame. This is a great American small business story.
Who are the proposed cabinet appointees by president-elect Obama and what are their qualifications? Governor Pete du Pont talks with Jim Blasingame about the this and other topics.
Wednesday - December 03, 2008
Ladies, what if you could get a short but smart small business tip for achievement or motivation every day? Mary Cantando talks with Jim Blasingame about her new Woman's Advantage calendar that does just that.
How does a small business owner help their managers be more effective? Rick Maurer talks about this with Jim Blasingame, including hiring tips and project management fundamentals.
Think you only have one brain? Well, Judith Glaser explains how humans actually have five brains, and she discusses all of them with Jim Blasingame, host of The Small Business Advocate Show.
Is virtual world technology in your small business' future? Jorian Clark says it is, and she and Jim Blasingame talk about what this technology is, how you can use it, and how your competitors will be using it.
Thursday - December 04, 2008
Small business owners must become more knowledgeable about intellectual property practices and laws.David Dawsey talks about this with Jim Blasingame, this time with emphasis on copyrights.
Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the following issues from the recent Kiplinger Letter: Organized labor, the economy, video-conferencing, the auto industry, supertrees, tax rates, and food shortages.
One of the growing sectors of the small business landscape is specialty foods -- people making sauces, desserts, salsas, etc. Stephen Hall joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how this growing sector, including a number of tips and best practices.
Friday - December 05, 2008
Unions are dinosaurs waiting to become extinct,according to Jim Blasingame, and he talks about why he thinks that, as well as proposed legislation that could hurt a small business' ability to defend itself against union organizing.
How does a small business owner maximize employee engagement? Joyce Weiss and Jim Blasingame talk about employee engagment tips and best practices.
How are small businesses managing the downturn in the economy? Rob Levin joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the current economic situation and how small businesses can survive it.
How will businesses use social networking to their advantage? Maia Sisk talks with Jim Blasingame about the business angle for social networking, including cloud computing and software as a service.
Monday - December 08, 2008
It's time for small business to assume an active leadership role in the way our marketplace is governed and executed. Brian Moran joins Jim Blasingame live in NYC at the Small Business Leadership Summit to talk about this.
Small business owners spend billions of dollars annually defending against frivolous lawsuits. Marie Gryphon talks with Jim Blasingame about how a "loser pays" system would change this for the better.
What is NYC doing to help its small businesses, especially in this challenging economy? Small Business Commissioner Robert Walsh joins Jim Blasingame live in NYC to talk about the city's partnership with its small businesses.
Jerry Silberman joins Jim Blasingame live at the Small Business Leadership Summit in NYC to to talk about the economic impact on small businesses and his ideas on what you have to do to survive.
Tuesday - December 09, 2008
What does marketing have to do with democracy? John Quelch talks with Jim Blasingame about why 21st century marketing should be more about customer relationships than what you want to sell.
With so much negative energy in the economy, is there anything to be positive about? Rieva Lesonsky joins Jim Blasingame to talk about some of the things small business owners have to be upbeat about.
How can small businesses maximize their capital and minimize their cash flow problems? Tom Markel talks with Jim Blasingame about how to look for cash and capital under every rock.
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Small business owners talk to themselves everyday. Jim Blasingame takes a few minutes to discuss how you should be talking to yourself so that it's positive and productive.
Wednesday - December 10, 2008
The are some fundamental things small business owners can do to improve their survival changes in a slow economy, and Gene Marks talks about some of them with Jim Blasingame.
What do small business owners need to know about the financial crisis?
Bill Conerly talks with Blasingame about how this new environment will impact how they get credit in the future.
What are some things to think about regarding giving all year, not just during the holidays? Kevin Ashley joins Jim Blasingame to talk about charitable gifts at Christmas time.
Now is a good time to have a team meeting to let employees voice their concerns about the economy. Jim Blasingame talks about how to relieve employee fears that are likely unfounded.
Thursday - December 11, 2008
When should a small business think about a social media strategy and what should that look like? Jeff Zbar and Jim Blasingame talk about how to think about social media and how to develop a strategy.
Just how bad is the economy for small businesses and how long is this going to last? Sam Norwood and Jim Blasingame talk about the monthly Tatum Report of Economic Conditions.
Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the economy, government and other events as covered in this week's <i>Kiplinger Letter</i>
Friday - December 12, 2008
How do you know how far to go with customer demands? Mark Mayberry and Jim Blasingame talk about customer service levels that can push your operating envelope.
How can a small business prepare for the next economic expansion?Bob Kustka joins Jim Blasingame with advice on how to look beyond the current economic turmoil and prepare for prosperity.
Is it time for small business owners to get mad? Jim Blasingame says it is, and he talks about why he thinks a little entrepreneurial anger can be a good thing right now.
Cash is KING! Profit is important, but Cash is KING! Phil Holland joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why in the next 12 months, the most important operating thought in your mind is Cash is King!
Monday - December 15, 2008
How is the global economy doing? Tom Travis joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how the economies are doing in the countries he has traveled to lately. They also talk about trade agreements and their importance right now.
It's not enough for a small business to just have a website; it must be optimized so customers can find you on search engines. Jim Baldwin joins Jim Blasingame to explain how to get your website optimized.
One-to-one marketing for small business should be incorporated into your marketing strategy, according to Carolyn Rhinebarger, as she talks with Jim Blasingame and offer some tips and best practices.
What if global warming actually turned into global freezing? Dr. David Deming joins Jim Blasingame to present a clear case that global warming should no longer be an issue.
Tuesday - December 16, 2008
The best way to beat the competition is to not worry about them and spend more time thinking about your customers. Jim Champy talks with Jim Blasingame about how to make sure you're the competitor every9one is watching.
How is the recession impacting small businesses? Dr. Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame to talk about this month's NFIB report of small business conditions, plus the Fed's decisions on interest rates.
How does a small business owner where to invest in the stock market? Gene Marcial joins Jim Blasingame to introduce effective, investment strategies as well as to discuss some of the financial scandals.
Who should control the Internet: governments or the private sector and how will this affect small business? Steve DelBianco talks with Jim Blasingame about the future of Internet governance being debated around the world.
Wednesday - December 17, 2008
Small businesses can't afford to go dark on their prospects and customers just because the economy is slow. Bob Bly and Jim Blasingame discuss how to maintain your marketing momentum through email marketing.
How can a small business benefit from thinking like a heretic? Art Kleiner joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to foster heretical thinking in your organization.
What will it take for your small business to survive the current economic crisis? Jim Blasingame talks about the Small Business Survival Attitude and the fundamentals that the Attitude are made up of.
What can small business owners learn from the failure of others? Norm Brodsky talks with Jim
Blasingame about some of his failures, what he learned and the benefits that resulted from them.
Thursday - December 18, 2008
What should small business owners do with their investment money? Fnancial expert, Duncan Richardson, joins Jim Blasingame to offer options and opportunities in these uncertain economic times, including the recommendation to use a financial planning expert.
What will the Obama administration policies mean for small business? Don Lambro, joins Jim Blasingame to talk about these nominations and other current political events that impact small business owners.
Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to discuss current economic and political events including the global recession, trade prospects, commercial real estate, tax issues, Wi-Fi on airplanes and other current issues.
Friday - December 19, 2008
What will the impact of the slow economy have on small businesses and what can they do to help the recovery? Ray Keating joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the the economy and implications of the government getting involved in the financial sector.
Small businesses have limitations that are solved by strategic alliances. Dave Morse joins Jim Blasingame to discuss how his company leveraged their business model with strategic alliances.
How do small businesses negotiate with big businesses during a recession? Peter Johnston joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to make the best deal whether your buying or selling.
How will small business leadership have a positive impact on economic recovery? Gary Harpst and Jim Blasingame discuss this issue, plus the challenges of sustaining growth.
Monday - December 22, 2008
Value-added service is now expected. The next level is imaginative service, which is going to be the key to success for small business. John Patterson and Chip Bell join Jim Blasingame to explain how to perform imaginative services and grow loyal customers.
What are the most important survival practices a small business should focus on. Paul Casey and Jim Blasingame talk about the top 10 best practices, as recommended by small business owners.
Don't be a small business caveman. During tough economic times you must stay connected, and Beverley Williams joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how her small business network leveraged each other.
Is happiness connected to generosity? As a philanthropy professional, Dr. Steve McSwain explains why he believes this connection in this interview with Jim Blasingame.
Tuesday - December 23, 2008
How much more emotional endurance do small business owners need today? Suzanne Mulvehill talks with Jim Blasingame about the emotional side of success during a challenging economy.
How will you deliver and receive information and communications in the future? Leslie Ferry joins Jim Blaingame to talk about the convergence of telecom technology, including voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP).
Does your small business have generational silos?
Mike Muetzel talks with Jim Blasingame about how small business managers minimize the natural tendencies for the generations to segregate themselves, creating less engagement and productivity.
Sometimes recognition includes recognizing that employees have concerns. Chester Elton joins Jim Blasingame to discuss how to make sure your small business recognizes performance as well as those concerns.
Wednesday - December 24, 2008
Small business owners should become cavemen during a recession. Networking expert Liz Lynch joins Jim Blasingame to talk about overcoming your reluctance to network and offers a number of networking tips.
What do you really know about Christmas? Ken Davis joins Jim Blasingame to explain where Christmas traditions began and to dispel some myths about the holiday. They also cover Hanukkah, too.
What if your marketing plan was laid out for you in advance? Ilise Benun joins Jim Blasingame to lay out the eight most important steps in your new marketing plan.
Is capitalism dead? Bob McTeer joins Jim Blasingame to explain why he thinks capitalism is not dead, but is in danger as a result of the unprecedented government intervention.
Thursday - December 25, 2008
As he has done since 1997, Jim Blasingame broadcasts live on Christmas day. In this segment he begins by defending his reputation as a scrooge and wraps up by recognizing, thanking and praising our men and women who are standing a post, away from home, on Christmas day.
Broadcasting live on Christmas day, as he has done since 1997, Jim Blasingame and his Jewish friend, Andrew Sherman, celebrate what we all have in common, the power of tolerance and maintaining balance in our lives.
As he has done since 1997, Jim Blasingame broadcasts live on Christmas day, beginning with his thoughts on find a faith community and wrapping up with a reminder and a salute to our military men and women who are standing a post away from home on this day.
Broadcasting live on Christmas day, as he has done since 1997, Jim Blasingame shares words of inspiration and wisdom from his friend, the late John O'Donohue, including the Anam Cara poem.
Friday - December 26, 2008
Should your small business care what's happening on Twitter? Jeff Zbar and Jim Blasingame talk about some of the things to think about with regard to the social networking application, Twitter.
What are the top 10 myths perpetrated on small business by the media in 2008? Julia Seymour joins Jim Blasingame to dispel some of the media myths of 2008 and how they impact our small businesses.
During a tough economic period, how do we keep employees engaged and committed to excellence? Michael Stallard joins Jim Blasingame to give some new ideas on how to talk to our teams so they think positively and work productively.
If the government has been so complicit in creating much of our economic crisis, why do we think they can help solve it? Jim Blasingame details many of the problems government has caused and why he thinks its intervention will ultimately be a problem.
Monday - December 29, 2008
What should the new administration do about the millions of illegal immigrants? Tamar Jacoby joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the real impact illegals have on the economy and some ideas on how the new administration might deal with them.
What are some things you can do to impact your tax bill this year? Barbara Weltman and Jim Blasingame discuss tax planning for both the current tax year and the next one.
What does a small business do to leverage the value of its brands during a recession? Tom Asacker joins Jim Blasingame to give some tips on small business branding in a challenging economic period.
In the long-term, will government intervention be good or bad for free market capitalism? Jim Blasingame explains why he things government bail-outs are a blessing that could turn into a curse, in time.
Tuesday - December 30, 2008
For many small businesses, 2009 is going to be a challenging year. What are you going to do about it?
Colleen Rickenbacher talks with Jim Blasingame how to plan for success, even in a recession.
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.
What does a small business have to do to survive a recession? Ruth King and Jim Blasingame discuss staying focused, with a realistic attitude about how to define success, and especially, doing a good job of managing cash.
For the past several years, Jim Blasingame has made annual predictions. But unlike many prognosticators, Jim returns at the end of the year to compare his predictions to reality. Listen as Jim reveals his 2008 predictions and his score.
Wednesday - December 31, 2008
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 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.
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.
Setting sales goals are critical for small business success, according to Don Cooper, as he and Jim Blasingame discuss the importance of having a structured sales goal setting process, including specific tips and best practices.
