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Category: Management Fundamentals

Jerry Sarvadi
Talk about an entrepreneurial challenge! What about building a golf course in the hallowed ground of golf -- Scotland -- by an American? Jim has been following Jerry's progress over the past couple of years and now people are playing golf on Jerry's course.
Jo Condrill
Is your business ready for the next disruption, like a storm, fire, etc.? Jo and Jim talk about some of the things you should think about to be prepared for a disaster or interruption, from technology to insurance.
Valerie Sokolosky
What's the difference between good manners and proper etiquette? Valerie joins Jim to talk about this and other thoughts on proper business behavior.
The brainpower of our employees is the most valuable and competitive asset in our small businesses, and Lowell talks with Jim about how to make sure we get the most out of all of this power.
What are the challenges of finding and keeping the best talent? Jim begins this segment by himself and Emmett joins him later to add his perspectives on managing 21st century talent.
Scott Eblin
What are the things small business owners should hold on to and what should they turn lose of? Scott and Jim identify some of these things and talk about how the 21st century has changed the way we manage our businesses.
Ruth King
How does a small business owner of one generation manage employees who are of another generation? Ruth talks with Jim about this issue and reveals how to do this effectively.
Leslie Kossoff
How much different is being a small business in Europe than in the U.S.? Leslie joins Jim from England to discuss these differences.
Chuck Martin
What are your management strengths and weaknesses? Chuck and Jim talk about how to determine these, so you can leverage your strengths and delegate the tasks that you're not good at.
Is being a small business owner a good career move for you? Bill talks with Jim about how to determine if risking your own capital is the best way for you to get a piece of the marketplace excitement, or if you'd be better off being an entrepreneurial employee.

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