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After years of languishing, the U.S. has signed three new trade agreements. Doug Barry joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why it's good news that the U.S. has new Free Trade Agreements with Panama, Columbia, and South Korea.

What will the 2012 U.S. economy look like? Richard DeKaser joins Jim Blasingame to say that the U.S. economy is getting stronger and will continue to grow, but will be impacted by E.U. policy decisions.

Will impending fiscal decisions by the European Union impact U.S. businesses? Richard DeKaser joins Jim Blasingame to report that major shifts in European Union policy will have a direct impact on economic growth in the U.S. and therefore, on small businesses.

Is extending the payroll tax holiday a good thing? Richard DeKaser joins Jim Blasingame to report that if the payroll tax holiday is not extended it could cut GDP growth by as much as 1% in 2012.

The marketplace is moving forward at warp speed – are you keeping up? Mary Cantando joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the perils of not updating your website and not utilizing social media.

Mary Cantando joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the futility of unfocused networking, plus demonstrating your values through volunteerism.

Sam Norwood joins Jim Blasingame to report on hiring and the shortage of skilled prospects, plus the absence of a national structural unemployment debate.

This month’s Tatum Survey of Business Conditions indicates the economy may be improving. Sam Norwood joins Jim Blasingame to report an increase in order backlogs and capital spending, which may indicate improved capital availability.

Tatum reports all green arrows point upward. Sam Norwood joins Jim Blasingame to report this month’s Tatum Survey indicates cautious optimism in higher orders and spending, irrespective of the holiday season.

Are you meeting customer expectations? Jim Donovan joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why customers expect you to have an online plan, including social media, video, and local search.