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What do you, or your sales staff do when a prospect says, "You're too high"? Rob Jolles joins Jim Blasingame to reveal several ways to overcome the "your too high" or "I can't afford this" objection.

How has the recession impacted consumer spending? Pam Danziger joins Jim Blasingame to explain how the country's economic situation is affecting the way we manage and spend money today and what our lifestyles will be like after the recession.

What do you know about the business of protecting your business trade names? What about infringing on the marks of others? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how navigate this legal issue successfully, including the four general rules for trademark registration.

Every penny of income earned by American's prior to April 13, 2009 goes to pay only taxes. Unfortunately, citizens of some states, like California and Connecticut, have to work longer, because of their state tax burden. Pete Sepp joins Jim Blasingame to report on this milestone and whether things are getting better or worse. Hint: the news is not good.

The most important thing you need to sell successfully is what's in the head of your prospects and customers. Sam Richter joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how to make sure your sales calls are oriented around what's important to them, rather than what's important to you.

The most pressing public policy issue today is health care reform and Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the details and the likelihood reform will happen in 2009. Of course, Jim offers his take on the real agenda behind healthcare reform. Plus they discuss other issues, such as angel investors, the mortgage industry, etc.

How can a small business grow while still maximizing a tight budget? Jeff Zbar joins Jim Blasingame to talk about all of the powerful tools that are designed to help small businesses that are absolutely free. Don't miss this one.

Does networking work for introverts? Ivan Misner explains to Jim Blasingame that not only does it work, but introverts actually stand the most to gain from networking because they're better at building valuable relationships after contact is made.

Enduring success in small business, as in any other endeavor, requires authenticity. Mike Robbins joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the importance of authenticity in business and how you accomplish it.

The most recent NFIB report of small business activity indicates this sector is still feeling the impact of the recession. Bill Dunkelberg reports on this with Jim Blasingame, plus they discuss the Tax Tea Parties and the general economy.