How do you grow a local business into a national one, without leaving home? Andrew Field joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how he accomplished this, plus his thoughts on how to help small businesses during this recession.

When the economy is off, do you cut back on marketing and advertising? Stephanie Hobbs joins Jim Blasingame with research that shows why marketing is critical to survival, especially in a recession.

Is the government's approach to stimulating the economy really going to do that and will it be good for small business? Tony Paradiso and Jim Blasingame talk about some of the details and explain why the bill is more pork barrel spending than stimulus.

Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to talk about this week's <i>Kiplinger Letter</i>

Can small business owners benefit from a business coach, even during a recession? Rich Allen joins Jim Blasingame to explain the value of a business coach and why investing in one could be the difference between survival and, well, you know.

How much good will the new government stimulus help, and how much impact can the Fed make? Ray Keating and Jim Blasingame talk about some of the details of the proposed stimulus package and why they think it won't work. They also agree that the Fed has run out of bullets.

How has the credit market improved for small business and what should President Obama do to help? Tom Markel joins Jim Blasingame to talk about both of these issues, including Tom's proposal to the new president.

How can a home-based business find success during a recession? Beverley Williams joins Jim Blasingame to talk about why home-based businesses should focus on green products and services as a marketing strategy.

Can you actually grow sales in a recession? Joanne Black says yes, and she talks about how with Jim Blasingame, including how to get more referrals and creative ways to help existing customers do more business with you.

How can a small business owner stay positive with so much negative news everywhere? Jane Pollak joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to find success by focusing on the positive aspects of our businesses and our lives.