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After a short discussion about two fires of historic properties in Washington, D.C., Joan and Jim talk about the impact of the Sarbanes-Oxley law on the economy and whether it will ever be amended or abolished. They move on to talk about some economic indicators, including inflation, plus various tax issues and human resources best practices. They wrap up with thoughts on the Virginia Tech tragedy and what can and should be done.

Does being home-based still a negative for some potential business owners? Beverley talks with Jim about this issue, plus how retiring Baby Boomers will impact home-based business in the future. <br></["br"]>

How's the economy doing these days? Ray joins Jim with a little bit of a dour attitude and some facts to support his demeanor.

Do you know how to prospect in the 21st century marketplace? It's different this century and Paul talks with Jim about how to use his "wercs" method to improve your prospecting success.

What do women-owned businesses need to know to do business with government organizations and government contractors? Janet talks with Jim about this question and offers excellent advice on the topic of women-owned businesses getting certified to do business with the government.

What should small business owners do in the midst of what appears to be a slowing economy? Jim offers some suggestions about how to separate the short-term from the long-term when making management, growth and purchasing decisions.

Is the new Microsoft Vista operating system worth the cost and trouble to upgrade? Alan talks with Jim about this and other current technology issues. <br></["br"]>

Do you know what kind of tax advantages Congress has put into the minimum wage bill to offset the blow to small business' payroll expense? According to Barbara, not much, which she reports in this visit with Jim, plus other small business tax issues.

Are you ready to become a 21st century business owners? This is the question Paul and Jim discuss, especially with regard to businesses that were founded in the 20th century and may be having trouble making the transition. Paul also talks about his "four corners" approach to business ownership.

Did someone actually say you don't need a web site? Tune in to listen to Ramon Ray and Jim Blasingame squash this myth and talk about other technology issues that will help you be competitive in the 21st century.