Wed, 12 August 2015
Garry Smith, President of American Popcorn Company, dba Jolly Time Popcorn talks about his family business. For over 100 years this company its employees and suppliers have bought us great popcorn. Listen to their business story. IN THE NEWS Why Cash Is Pouring Into Small Companies
The SEC's new fundraising rules for private companies are scarcely three weeks old, but already they're helping entrepreneurs raise the cash they need. New rules for raising money are already having a big impact on some small companies.
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Wed, 12 August 2015
The really hard part about financial projections estimating sales. It is much easier to estimate expenses but it is vital to understand all expenses both fixed and variable and what it teaches you about your potential business. Listen as Dave takes you on a journey through business expenses. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Successfully managing the financial demands of war determines who will win. The American Civil War pitted the manufacturing based northern economy against an agricultural based southern economy. The key to financing was tapping what Dave calls the “non-accredited” investor . Listen as Dave talks about how the war was financed.
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Tue, 7 July 2015
Author James Glenn Reynolds talks about why he wrote his book presenting the theory that history repeats itself. He feels that we are in a time, politically, similar to the 1850’s. Listen and find out why. IN THE NEWS A Radical, New Way to Interview Job Candidates
What happens before an interview can be far more important than what happens during one. Here is a radical, new way to interview candidates.
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Tue, 7 July 2015
Most small business owners do not have the resources to manage their social media outreach. Michael Perry, Founder & CEO of KIT CRM, Incorporated tells Dave and his listeners about how technology can leverage resources to wring profits out of social media. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Our economic system predates the formation of the U.S. The Revolutionary War was a financial event separating the colonies from their colonial master without changing the economic system. Listen as Dave talks about how the war was financed.
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Mon, 29 June 2015
Dr Ivan Misner, Founder/Chairman of BNI® talks about starting and growing a networking organization with over 7,000 chapters in 58 countries. Great story about how Misner practically invented modern business networking. IN THE NEWSSMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM RISES IN MAY, YET NOTHING TO WRITE HOME ABOUT
SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM LEVEL IS FINALLY BACK TO A NORMAL LEVEL. The Index of Small Business Optimism increased 1.4 points to 98.3 in spite of 5 months of lousy growth.
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Mon, 29 June 2015
The most important part of your business plan, projected sales. Using Dave give you solid insight into projecting your first years sales. EMPIRE OF WEALTH The importance of finance played a pivotal role in our Civil War. List to the first of Dave’s two-part series on how the war was financed.
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Mon, 22 June 2015
Mark Babbit, President of a company called Switch & Shift believes that there is a more human way to do business in the “Social Age”. List to his reasoning. IN THE NEWSSmall Firms Aim to Raise Capital More Easily Under New Rules As of Friday, companies can take advantage of provisions that cut some costs, reporting requirements.
Some entrepreneurs and business owners say they’re preparing to raise up to $50 million in capital from investors, without facing the legal costs and financial reporting requirements of going public, taking advantage of new rules that kick in Friday.
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Mon, 22 June 2015
Chris Pobieglo, Business Risk Management Expert talks about some of the technical aspects of your business policies. Listen to this must-have advice! EMPIRE OF WEALTH Our mercantile economic system has produced and distributed more wealth than any other economic system. Credit Mobilier is a blight on the system. Listen as Dave talks about this colossal scandal.
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Fri, 19 June 2015
Meghan Conroy, Founder/CEO of CaptureProof, Inc. talks about how her interest in medicine and photography combined to form her company’s product. She is literally changing how doctors review patient records. IN THE NEWSSEC OKs Equity Crowdfunding, So Anyone Can Invest In Private Companies
Earlier this week, March 27, 2015, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a new set of rules implementing Title IV – Capital Expansion, of the JOBS Act.
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Fri, 19 June 2015
Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert, takes on the IT security issue from a different perspective. Does your business have unsecured devices touching your network? Listen to Mike and fix that problem. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
The tale of two Transcontinental Railroads one built with government funding and one funded by a business. Listen to find out which one was the more successful venture.
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Wed, 10 June 2015
Erik Davidson, Chief Investment Officer, with Wells Fargo, joins Dave to discuss the current investment outlook. Listen and find out what Erik thinks is the key indicator for small business owners to watch. IN THE NEWSSmall Firms Shift Toward Cloud-Based Software
Many business owners increasingly want to access data from mobile devices
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Tue, 9 June 2015
In April Esty, Inc was the second “B” Corporation to launch an IPO. Dave reviews the reasons behind forming a corporation. Taking a close look at an “C”, “S” and now the “B” Corporation. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
On July 4, 1828 the cornerstone for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad was laid. Launching rail travel in the United States. Listen and find out how long it took railroads to make a profit.
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Mon, 1 June 2015
This is a rebroadcast of our previous interview with Susan Bennett a voice-over artist. Get the business story behind the voice business. A rebroadcast of interview with new “NEWS” item by Dave. 7 Things the Best Leaders Never Fail to Do
Want to rise to the top? Take this advice distilled from 24 women who've done it. How does a seemingly ordinary woman become a super-successful business leader?
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Mon, 1 June 2015
Greg Wolf, Executive Director of the World Trade Center Anchorage talks about potential overseas markets for small business. Maybe a great way to expand your business. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Who invented the railroad locomotive? Listen and find out what Matthias Baldwin contributed to the process.
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Thu, 28 May 2015
Andrew Foust a Vice President with Wells Fargo specializes in small business issues. Listen as Andrew talks about some really great tools and a new contest. SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM RISES, BUT FUTURE SALES CLOUD OUTLOOK
9 OF 10 Components in NFIB’S Economic Trends Report Increased in April After All Fell in March. The NFIB Small Business Optimism Survey rose 1.7 points from March to 96.9, a decent month-over-month reading but overall still below the historical average.
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Thu, 28 May 2015
Dave starts the business planning process with the Market Analysis. Listen and find out how and most importantly why. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
History must be looked at in the context of its time. The industrialists of the past need to be viewed in the context of their time. Listen as Dave talks about the context.
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Thu, 21 May 2015
Geoff Burch, author and small business expert returns to Getting Down to Business® to help celebrate its sixth anniversary. Geoff talks about honesty and business. Listen because it not what you think! IN THE NEWS Women Started Smaller Percentage of U.S. Businesses in 2014
Just 36.8% of new U.S. businesses were opened by women last year. The share of new businesses started by women fell last year .
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Thu, 21 May 2015
Dave is joined with Russell Ball, Founder/CEO of ACB Solutions our first programs guest is joined by Chris Pobieglo, President Business Insurance Associates along with Michael Ferris, President of Alaska Enterprise Solutions. Great roundtable discussion about the economy from the unique perspective of three small business owners.
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Thu, 14 May 2015
Chris Gay, MD, talks about how quality medical training provides his businesses customers with exceptional service. Dr Gay shares his unique business perspective. Great business start-up story. IN THE NEWS 7 Habits of Remarkably Successful Startup Entrepreneurs
All successful entrepreneurs may be different from one another--but not in certain key ways. On the surface, successful entrepreneurs seem to be the same as everyone else. Great information!
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Thu, 14 May 2015
Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert in his monthly Connect Key segment provides great easy ways for make your office green. Listen to his great tips! EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Transportation makes our economic system successful. Dave talks about the reason and significant of the Erie Canal.
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Wed, 6 May 2015
Sam Silverstien is an experienced entrepreneur who concluded that accountability is the basis for a successful organizational structure. Listen to his impassioned presentation. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Wednesday, April 19, 1775 the battles of Lexington and Concord opened the Revolutionary War. It took four days for the news to reach New York City and reached London 5 ½ weeks later. Listen as Dave talks about the beginning of electrical communication.
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Tue, 5 May 2015
Lavie Sak and Sergey Feingold share their business startup story including their experience with a Kickstarter campaign. IN THE NEWS 8 of the Biggest Business Mistakes in History
Your worst mistakes probably don't come close to these gigantic goof-ups.
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Tue, 5 May 2015
Describing the concept of your business requires more than a company name. Listen as David describes how to develop a business risk management manual. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
In the 1850’s Cornelius Vanderbilt entered the railroad business eventually moving completely out of the water transportation business.
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Fri, 24 April 2015
Successfully syndicating a cartoon strip take work and talent. Robb Armstrong is writing a book list as he describes the process adding his own brand of inspiration. IN THE NEWS OPTIMISM READING FELL WELL BELOW THE LONG TERM AVERAGE
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Survey for March fell 2.8 points to 95.2 the lowest reading since June of 2014. “It is no surprise that optimism is muted and owners’ expectations about the future are less than exuberant.
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Fri, 24 April 2015
Write it down is the advice from Chris Pobieglo, Risk Management Expert, listen as he describes how to develop a business risk management manual. Every small business owner needs to listen to Chris’s message. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
The Civil War influenced the development of the railroad industry. Cornelius Vanderbilt moved from water transportation to railroads at this time. The railroad business had the same impact on society in its days as the internet today.
Direct download: BUSINESS_RISK_MANAGEMENT_-_ADMINISTRATIVE.mp3
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Tue, 14 April 2015
Great interview with Susan Bennett vocal artist and female voice of Apple’s SIRI Belle Hilmer. Great business story! IN THE NEWS 7 Signs You Will Fail as an Entrepreneur
You don't need the Sharks to pass judgment. Listen and make your own assessment.
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Tue, 14 April 2015
Listen as Michael Ferris our Document Management Expert talks how to identify and calculate your businesses print costs. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
In 1833 Cornelius Vanderbilt was seriously injured in a train wreck. Despite his almost fatal experience he became a dominate figure in the railroad business, internet of its day.
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Tue, 7 April 2015
Belle Hilmer, turned her love of leather and making quality products from a small regional producer to the national stage. Great business story! IN THE NEWS Startups Offer Unusual Reward for Investing Simple Agreement for Future Equity promises benefits later if the firm is able to move forward. When a young Boston entrepreneur sought half-a-million dollars to launch his startup last fall, he turned his back on today’s usual tactics such as selling equity stakes or issuing convertible notes. FINAL THOUGHTS5 Secure Apps for Running a Small Business
88 percent of cloud of mobile applications are unsanctioned or not monitored by IT. Are you making sure your data is secure?
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Tue, 7 April 2015
When Kevin Turkington founded his home healthcare business in 2002 he ran into an unexpected problem. Listen to hear his story of fighting city hall. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Cornelius Vanderbilt moved from a simple steamboat company into an international steamship company. The story about growing a small business.
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Tue, 7 April 2015
Jerry Fritz, Corporate Trainer, returns to talk about developing a successful “WOW” customer service strategy for your small business. IN THE NEWS The High Cost of Saving a Failing Business When small firms file for bankruptcy protection, the cost is often $100,000 to $300,000, and sometimes twice that. For small businesses facing bankruptcy, the path to a fresh start isn’t cheap. FINAL THOUGHTSThe 6 Best Industries You've Never Heard of
Sometimes the key to identifying a market opportunity requires looking where everyone else isn't.
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Tue, 7 April 2015
David Weatherholt has written dozens of business plans designed to obtain funding. He believes “Executive Summary” is the most critical part of your business plan’s ability to secure capital. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Cornelius Vanderbilt started his own steamboat line competing on price against his competitors. The lesson is that every small business must compete on their strength.
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Mon, 23 March 2015
There is life after an IRS audit. The best strategy, remain, take charge and manage the process. David Weatherholt talks about his experience preparing for and meeting with an IRS Auditor. IN THE NEWS SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM RISES DESPITE FALLING SALES TRENDS 3RD HIGHEST READING SINCE 2007 The NFIB Small Business Optimism Survey for February rose 0.1 points to 98.0. A solid result despite some unfavorable conditions.
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Mon, 23 March 2015
Does your small business have international exposure? Chris Pobieglo, Business Risk Management Expert, points out some areas of risk that may be overlooked. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
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Mon, 23 March 2015
Find out how the primer business accelerator started. Duncan Logan, Founder/CEO of Rocket-Space, Incorporated tells their story. IN THE NEWS Cybercriminals Are Misappropriating Businesses’ Web Addresses
As a Result, Customers Can’t Find the Real Companies on the Web. Cybercriminals targeting businesses are stealing more than customer passwords and credit-card numbers some are misappropriating their very Web addresses.
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Mon, 23 March 2015
Since the 1980’s companies have planned on going paperless and thirty years later we are still talking about the elusive paperless office. Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert, reports on progress toward this goal in spite of paper usage increasing by 30%. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
At the age of 16 Cornelius Vanderbilt, the entrepreneur, ferried passengers from Stanton Island to Manhattan for a fee. This humble beginning grew into his transportation empire. Every business does indeed start small.
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Mon, 2 March 2015
John Penton built an international corporation based on driving motorcycles off-road. Listen to this fascinating story from the John himself. IN THE NEWS Toy Maker Gives New Life to Old Bears
Startup designs dolls based on classic literary characters like Babar and Madeline; hitting it big with Paddington
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Mon, 2 March 2015
Don Rosene started his business career as a computer programmer racing off-road motorcycles on the weekend. Listen to Don’s story of following passion and finding a mentor. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Robert Fulton and his partner Robert Livingston successfully combined the steam engine and a ship. Innovation in shipping and also a great example of government involvement in the private sector. Listen as Dave talks about the interstate commerce clause.
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Mon, 2 March 2015
Justin Ong visits to talk about low cost online IT management tools. Managing IT for your small business just got easier. IN THE NEWS: SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM FALLS, BUT STILL IN NORMAL ZONE
Readings Drop after 2 Strong Months
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Mon, 2 March 2015
Chris Pobieglo, Business Risk Management Expert, develop “101 Rules” for implementing a comprehensive risk management program for your small businesses. Chris has previously covered half of these rules. Listen as Chris recaps. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
John Jacob Astor was the first multi-millionaire in the U.S.? Using his business acumen, hard work, and our economic system he created a financial empire. Listen as Dave talks about his journey.
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Mon, 2 March 2015
JUMPING INTO ENTREPRENEURSHIP The Starting Point Rebecca Romero dreamed of owning a business. Listen as she talks about how she started the process. IN THE NEWS: How to Start a Small Business in a Few Hours
Starting a business is surprisingly simple--you just need to take the first step.
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Tue, 24 February 2015
The third largest cost of your small business, printing. Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert, provides advice on how to reduce this cost. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
The Indigo Trade was an economic causality of the Revolutionary War. Cotton took its place but required enormous labor to extract the seeds. America ingenuity solved the problem with the cotton gin. Listen as Dave talks about its inventor Eli Whitney.The third largest cost of your small business, printing. Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert, provides advice on how to reduce this cost.
Direct download: CONNECT_KEY_-_MANAGED_PRINT_SERVICES.mp3
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Wed, 11 February 2015
Good customer service is not enough. Listen as Jerry Fritz, Corporate Trainer, talks about how to move from “Good” to “WOW!” customer service. IN THE NEWS: Financial Self-Reliance Can Come Back to Haunt Entrepreneurs if They Suddenly Need Investors More entrepreneurs in recent years have tried to bootstrap their companies, starting with very little capital and deliberately avoiding outside investors. But as the economy improves, many of those relying solely on their personal finances—and business earnings to finance young companies are coming to grips with the downside of that strategy. FINAL THOUGHTS
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Wed, 11 February 2015
Most small business owners do not have the resources to manage their social media outreach. Michael Perry, Founder & CEO of KIT CRM, Incorporated tells Dave and his listeners about how technology can leverage resources to wring profits out of social media. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Our economic system predates the formation of the U.S. The Revolutionary War was a financial event separating the colonies from their colonial master without changing the economic system. Listen as Dave talks about how the war was financed.
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Wed, 4 February 2015
Greg Wolf, Executive Director of the World Trade Center Anchorage, visits with Dave. World trade make up 10% of Alaska’s gross domestic product. Greg provides an update on 2014 while looking forward to 2015. Does world trade affect your local economy? IN THE NEWS: SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM PERKS UP IN DECEMBER BEST READING SINCE OCTOBER 2006
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Survey rose 2.3 points to 100.4 in December, its highest level since October of 2006, with positive gains in eight of 10 indices.
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Wed, 4 February 2015
The detail to the “Art & Start “of business planning is what Dave talks about in this podcast. He gives the listener a clear method for estimating sales and starts estimating expenses. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
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Wed, 4 February 2015
Author James Glenn Reynolds talks about why he wrote his book presenting his theory based on history repeating itself. We are at time similar to the 1850’s. Find out why. IN THE NEWS:
What happens before an interview can be far more important than what happens during one. Here is a radical, new way to interview candidates.
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Wed, 4 February 2015
Do you what to start a business and want to test that idea before investing time and money? Yes what you are considering it is “Art” and Dave talks about a low cost way to “Start” the process. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
James Watt created SteamPower 3.1 adding to Thomas Savery patented steam engine (SteamPower 1.1) and Thomas Newconen’s SteamPower 2.1. James was the first contributor to steam power not name “Thomas”.
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Thu, 29 January 2015
Nolan Klouda & Samuel Callen with the University of Alaska Center for Economic Development join Dave to discuss manufacturing in Alaska. Nolan & Samuel discuss their recent study and its results. IN THE NEWS: Sellers Need Amazon, but at What Cost? Aware That E-Commerce Platform Is Also a Rival, Firms Aim to Lessen Dependence;
In a Way, It’s a Deal with the Devil’. Some small-business owners are coming to grips with the reality that Amazon.com Inc. is not just a partner—it is a rival, too.
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Tue, 20 January 2015
Chris Pobieglo, Risk Management Expert lays out potential risks with you company’s pension plan. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Thomas Savery constructed and patented the first steam engine in 1698. Dave talks about his contribution to the “industrial revolution”.
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Fri, 16 January 2015
Jon Snare, Senior VP & Regional Investment Manager with Wells Fargo joins Dave to discuss the investment outlook for this New Year. IN THE NEWS: Plane-Sharing Startup Sues FAA Over Ban on Service A startup that connects private pilots with passengers is challenging the Federal Aviation Administration in federal court over the agency’s effective ban on the flight-sharing service, FINAL THOUGHTS 6 Ways to Develop a More Positive Work Culture in 2015
Here are six ways to develop and maintain a more positive corporate culture in 2015.
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Fri, 16 January 2015
Who can drink only one beer? It’s the same with the “Alaskan Amber Story”. Andy Kline visited Dave earlier in the year sharing the amazing story of making lots of beer on “The Last Frontier”. IN THE NEWS: SoundCloud May Soon Join the Billion-Dollar Startup Club The German startup may be good at raising money, but it still has many pieces to put into place to be a viable competitor in the music-streaming industry. FINAL THOUGHTS 8 Surprising Ways to Make Your First Million Dollars
Easy? No. Quick? No. Counterintuitive? Yes. And effective.
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Thu, 15 January 2015
You may hate the budgeting process but David will convince you of its value and some easy tips on how to prepare. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
First there was man then beast and water powered the world. Steam power change the whole world. Listen as Dave introduces the development of the steam engine. The New England colonies did not have big agriculture as an economic option listen to their economic story.
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Wed, 14 January 2015
If you remember the “motivational power” of Zig Ziglar than Jack Zufelt, will be a breath of fresh air. If you don’t remember Zig, remember that Jack delivers a powerful motivational message. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
Mule, man and water powered the industrial world. New England embraced water building a waterwheel and industry on almost every river. Listen as Dave describes the beginning of the industrial revolution in America.
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Wed, 14 January 2015
Jonathan Gillion visits with Dave talking about his new business start-up. New business model in our sharing economy. IN THE NEWS: More owners plan to make capital expenditures, expect sales to increase FINAL THOUGHTS
Small business owners are often spread thin over the holidays, balancing the competing demands of the busy shopping season and responsibilities to family and friends. And while entrepreneurs may be tempted to let some tasks slide into the New Year.
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Wed, 14 January 2015
Chris Pobieglo, Business Risk Management Expert talks about the risk management side of your employee benefits program. . EMPIRE OF WEALTH The Colony of Maryland started not as a business venture listen and Dave explains.
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Mon, 15 December 2014
VALUE OF A CUSTOMER What is the value, in Dollars, of a new customer? Dave walks you through the process and also offers a simple worksheet available at GDTB.Biz/Archive. IN THE NEWS: Why Mark Cuban Walked Away From the Biggest Deal in 'Shark Tank' History The serial entrepreneur balked at a $25 million valuation for wine-by-the-glass company Zipz. Shark Tank made history on Friday by closing the largest deal in the show's six seasons. FINAL THOUGHTS 10 Books That Will Make You Smarter in 2015
Take time over break to read something that changes how you see the world. Some will make you think. Some will make you feel. All will hold your attention, even after a few mugs of eggnog.
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Mon, 15 December 2014
Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert sites a number of statistics about mobile print yet usage remains low. Listen and find out why. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
The Atlantic trading network was key to expanding the industrial revolution in New England. Find out how water power meet this need.
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Tue, 9 December 2014
SAVILE ROW SOCIETY LAUNCH Lisa Dolan, Founder, used her background in finance to start this personal shopping clothing website. Listeners qualify for 30% off initial purchase use code “SRS30”. IN THE NEWS: How to Pay Employees for Great Ideas Most companies say they want employees to be more innovative, to the point that it’s become a nearly meaningless buzzword. But can you actually pay people to innovate? FINAL THOUGHTS Timberlake's New Company Is Bringing Sexy Back to Your Music The pop star will become co-owner of AfterMaster, a tech company that improves the quality of audio files.
Justin Timberlake wants to make sure you have a 20/20 sound experience when you listen to music.
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Tue, 9 December 2014
holiday sales outlook – 2014 Senior Economist from Wells Fargo & Company Eugenio Aleman, PH.D talks about expected Holiday Sales this year. EMPIRE OF WEALTH
The New England colonies did not have big agriculture as an economic option listen to their economic story.
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Tue, 2 December 2014
HOUR 2 Rada Khadjinova, Segment Host interviews mining expert Steven Borell on the state of mining. IN THE NEWS: 5 Important Things to Know About Net Neutrality
With the FCC still debating net neutrality, here's what you need to know. The Federal Communications Commission is considering whether Internet providers should be allowed to cut deals with online services like Netflix, Amazon or YouTube to move their content faster.
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Tue, 2 December 2014
HOUR 1 world trade update – 2014 Greg Wolf, Executive Director of the World Trade Center Anchorage updates listeners on the status of $5 billion annual economic driver. Your business should look into World Trade. EMPIRE OF WEALTH Learn how Dutch West India Company and Tulip Mania changed New Your City.
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Tue, 25 November 2014
RDS VS. TRIMBLE NAVAGATION Ii This story is so compelling we devoted both broadcast hours to it. IN THE NEWS: Amid Crackdown, Some Firms Rethink ESOP Sale Practices Labor Department Scrutiny Leads Business Owners to Reconsider Approach Some business owners are rethinking how—and on what terms—they will sell their firms to employee-stock-ownership plans.
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Tue, 25 November 2014
RDS VS. TRIMBLE NAVAGATION I The attorney’s in this David vs. Goliath case tell the amazing story of a small business fighting to protect its Intellectual Property.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – The Dutch expedition to the new world was an economic venture listen to find out how it did.
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Wed, 19 November 2014
The media when reporting economic data contain some sort of spin. Listen as Dave shares his favorite metrics and how he views them. A real update not spin! IN THE NEWS:More owners plan to make capital expenditures, expect sales to increase The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index crept back to its August level of 96.1 with a gain of 0.8 points.
Led by a modest increase in the net percent of owners who plan to increase capital spending and more who expect higher sales in the next 3 months.
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Wed, 19 November 2014
business risk management – claims management Chris Pobieglo, Risk Management Expert, continues through his “101 Rules” of risk management.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – The American colony of Plymouth, Massachusetts started as a communal economic style listen to their resolution to this flawed economic system.
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Tue, 11 November 2014
Terry Gardiner, Vice President, with this organization researching small business issues. Terry discusses their agenda. IN THE NEWS: Why a Republican Sweep Means More Tough Love for the SBA Control of the Senate is expected to shift to Republicans, and gains are likely in the House. What that means for the Small Business Administration. FINAL THOUGHTS: 5 Things Successful People Do to End Their Days Right
You're probably not at your most energetic toward the end of the day. Here's how the most successful people utilize this time for maximum productivity.
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Tue, 11 November 2014
Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert, discusses copiers the portal to your document management system.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – The American colony of Plymouth, Massachusetts was founded by individuals and not a joint-stock company. They knew about Jamestown but did not make the connection between shared and individual property.
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Tue, 4 November 2014
Time Compression Coach Kelly Roach discusses how a Business Coach gets results. IN THE NEWS: 6 Surprising Things Entrepreneurs Are Afraid to Say in Public Entrepreneurs are seen as bold decisive rebels who change the world. But what are they like behind the scenes?
FINAL THOUGHTS: The Top Ten Most Educated Cities in America
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Tue, 4 November 2014
The JOBS Act falls short of its goal. Dave has been following this topic since the Act was signed in 2012. The SEC is holding up portions of the Act, Dave weighs-in.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – Sir Thomas Dale identifies the problem in Jamestown and puts a solution in place. Listen for the details.
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Tue, 4 November 2014
Marichu Relativo the new Deputy Director for the Alaska SBA office visits Dave. Great review of the SBA programs. Karen Mills, Director of the SBA, visited Dave in June 20110 IN THE NEWS – How a Startup Chose Its First Hires Jeff Raider of Harry’s Discusses Growth, Names—and Shaving. ‘Culture in a company is set by your first 10 to 15 hires,’ says Mr. Raider. HARRY'S FINAL THOUGHTS - 5 Things You Need to Know About Anti-Facebook Social Network Ello New social network explodes almost overnight what is Ello and what do you need to know about it?
Are you ready to give Ello a try? Here's what you need to know:
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Tue, 4 November 2014
Trevor Shoemaker, Business Banking Manager with Wells Fargo, giving us a view of how bankers look at small businesses. Find out why a banker should be part of your management team.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – The Virginia Company established Jamestown, in 1607, as a business venture. It did not provide, in the short-term, any return on their investment.
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Tue, 21 October 2014
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September’s optimism index gave up 0.8 points, falling to 95.3. At 95.3, the Index is now 5 points below the pre-recession average (from 1973 to 2007).
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Tue, 21 October 2014
HOUR 1 BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT – FINANCE (BRM - 101 Rules) Chris Pobieglo, Business Risk Management Expert returns to cover “Risk Financing” section of his Rules.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – The centralized governing style of France and Spain stood in contrast to England’s decentralized approach. This connection is the basis for our free market economic system.
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Wed, 15 October 2014
Dr Mike Fensteris a board certified Cardiologist and a Chef. Learn surprising medical facts about 'healthy' eating on-the-go.
IN THE NEWS – Smile! Marketing Firms Are Mining Your Selfies
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Wed, 15 October 2014
Michael Ferris, Document Management Expert, has some great easy steps to make your office greener.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH
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Wed, 8 October 2014
HOUR 2 IN THE NEWS – Robots Work Their Way Into Small Factories For as Little $20,000, Machines Handle the Tedious—With No Lunch Breaks; 'Fred, Hand Me That Wrench'. Robots aren't just for the big guys anymore. FINAL THOUGHTS - five Things Small Businesses Need to Know This Fall
Health care, technology, and an evolving Internet: What you and your business need to pay attention to this fall.
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Tue, 7 October 2014
HOUR 1
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – Early exploration of America was by the French and Spanish Monarchies. Find out how the English entered the race late but some denominated the exploration of the New World.
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Wed, 1 October 2014
business is about people – Dave takes the program in a slightly different direction. Kori Novak, PhD with a specialty in Eldercare and Hospice Services. This story takes a compelling turn. IN THE NEWS Publicly Traded Firms Take Advantage of the JOBS Act to Raise Money FINAL THOUGHTS
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Wed, 1 October 2014
MEET THE HOST –As the Getting Down to Business® broadcast expands to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, host David Weatherholt reviews his experience. You will be surprised to find out Dave’s favorite movie.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – The United States economy did not happen simply by accident but result’s from linkage to London merchants. The concept of a joint-stock company played a pivotal part.
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Wed, 24 September 2014
NUTURING LEADS – Aaron Bolshaw, Database Marketer with Act-On provides great tips on how to turn leads in to revenue. IN THE NEWS – NFIB: Small Business Optimism Ticked Higher in August FINAL THOUGHTS - Top Ten Best American Cities to Work in Tech
Silicon Valley in California or Route 128 in Massachusetts come to mind when you think of “tech workers”. You would be surprised to hear what community is number one.
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Wed, 24 September 2014
BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT –Chris Pobieglo, President of Business Insurance Associates, Inc., and Business Risk Management Expert works through his “101 Risk Management Rules”. Risk controls do work Chris explains how.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – The United States economy is greatest generator of wealth in the history due to innovative developments. Listen and find out what they are.
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Tue, 16 September 2014
IN THE NEWS – Franchise Brands With Higher-Than-Average Default Rates Quiznos, Cold Stone Creamery, Planet Beach Franchising and Huntington Learning Centers Inc., ranked among the 10 worst franchise brands. public relations alternative – Joel Andren, CEO/Co-Founder of PressFriendly, Inc. tells his business startup story. Learn how his company wants to change the public relations services. FINAL THOUGHTS - 3 Crucial Lessons from Google's IPO Filing (10 Years Later)
When Google went public, its S-1 filing served as its company culture manifesto in a big way. Here's what you can learn from it.
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Tue, 16 September 2014
CONNECT KEY & SECURITY –Michael Ferris, President of Alaska Enterprise Solutions & Document Management Expert talks about security threats in its various forms and sources.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – Listen and find out about John D Rockefeller’s many philanthropic endeavors.
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Mon, 8 September 2014
HOUR 1: “CLEANUP ON AISLE THREE” –Scott Halliwell, CFP with USAA talks about the 11th Annual Life Insurance Awareness Month and more… EMPIRE OF WEALTH – Listen and find out about one of John D Rockefeller’s most important innovations.
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Wed, 3 September 2014
HOUR 2: Strong Feelings Can Lead Founders to Make Bad Choices at the Worst Times. Here's What to Watch For. life’s a pitch – Soni Dimond, Publicists, talks candidly about public relations and your small business. FINAL THOUGHTS - The Biggest Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make
We Asked Owners about Their Biggest Goofs—and What They Learned From Them. Screwing up is part of starting a business. It can happen to anybody.
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Wed, 3 September 2014
HOUR 1: WORLD TRADE UPDATE –Greg Wolf, Executive Director of the World Trade Center Alaska and Rada Khadjinova, Pacific Rim Institute join Dave. Listen as they discuss the current status of World Trade and economic diversification in Alaska.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – John D Rockefeller and his near monopoly. Standard Oil gradually gained almost complete control of oil refining and marketing in the U.S. How did they do this? Listen to the story.
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Mon, 25 August 2014
HOUR 1: PRIMARY ELECTION ANALYSIS –Anchorage Mayor Dan Sullivan, also Lt. Governor Candidate, joins Dave and Rada Khadjinova to discuss the results of the August 19th Primary Election in Alaska.
EMPIRE OF WEALTH – John D Rockefeller created more millionaires than paupers, listen for the story.
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Mon, 25 August 2014
HOUR 2: Breweries Cite Cheaper Shipping, Improved Mobility and Better Seal than Bottles By the time he reached his late 30s, Pete Rickert Jr. was fed up with supervising construction sites "I got tired of yelling at grown men all day to do their job right," says Mr. Rickert. Then he read about the trend toward packaging craft beer in cans rather than bottles or jugs because most craft brewers can't easily afford their own canning lines.
wearable technology resource – Interview with Redg Snodgrass, CEO/Founder of Wearable World, Inc. an incubator/accelerator for wearable technology startups.
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Tue, 19 August 2014
HOUR 2: IN THE NEWS –Small Business Optimism Ticks Up Slightly
FINAL THOUGHTS -Why Apple Trains Employees to Work Like Picasso
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Tue, 19 August 2014
HOUR 1: EMPIRE OF WEALTH – A look at the life of John D Rockefeller covered his business expansion strategy.
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Tue, 12 August 2014
Michael Perry, CEO/Founder of KIT CRM, Inc reveals the story behind his startup and where it is headed.
Final Thoughts -Phrases Every Leader Should Overuse CEOs must motivate the rest of the team, establish a company culture, and find a way to keep everyone together. What could they be?
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Tue, 12 August 2014
Why would a successful Nurse Practioner enter politics? Listen to Cathy Giessel’s story.
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Thu, 7 August 2014
HOUR 1: BUSINESS PLAN – WHY? Listen to Dave’s suprising answer to this question. Empire of Wealth –John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate, philanthropist. Find out the fate of the South Improvement Company. HOUR 2: In the News -Who's Really to Blame for Slow Bank Loans? Unprepared borrowers are a primary culprit: Ask any small-business owner to name his or her biggest gripe about obtaining a bank loan, and you will likely hear that it's the tortoise pace at which banks review and approve loan applications.
BUSINESS PLAN – BASICS – In a rare prgram Dave is not only the host but also the special guest. Listen as he talks about what a successful business plan should contain.
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Tue, 29 July 2014
HOUR 1 Empire of Wealth –John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate, philanthropist. Find out why the South Improvement Company was formed. Why did Rockefeller enter the oil business, listen and find out. HOUR 2
Exitround Revisited – Jacob Mullins CEO & Founder of Exitround checks back to update us on the first year of this startup. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.
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Tue, 22 July 2014
HOUR 1 Empire of Wealth –John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate, philanthropist. Why did Rockefeller enter the oil business, listen and find out. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. HOUR 2
Building in Alaska – The Pobieglo brothers, Michael & Chris, discuss the unique nature of building in Alaska. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.
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Tue, 15 July 2014
HOUR 1 Empire of Wealth –John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate, philanthropist. What year did Rockefeller start in the oil business? Listen to this podcast and get the answer. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. HOUR 2 After a promising 3 month run, June’s Optimism Index fell 1.6 points to 95.0. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.
How to Create Wealth in Any Economy – Philip Spillane financial investment expert and author talks about his book. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.
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Tue, 8 July 2014
HOUR 1 Empire of Wealth –John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate, philanthropist. Listen and find out about his first business venture. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. HOUR 2
JumpStart Cartoonist – Robb Armstrong talks about his mentor listen to find out who it was. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.
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Tue, 1 July 2014
HOUR 1 Empire of Wealth –John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate, philanthropist whose father was a “snake oil salesman”. John had a passion and set of skills that formed the basis for his business philosophy. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. HOUR 2
Empire of Wealth Basics - When did the United States become an economic powerhouse? It actually began long before the Declaration of Independence. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.
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Wed, 25 June 2014
HOUR 1 Empire of Wealth – John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate and philanthropist. Listen to this podcast and find out what challenges he face in his early life. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. HOUR 2
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Tue, 17 June 2014
HOUR 1 Empire of Wealth – Andrew Carnegie from 1901 to his death in 1919 devoted his time, skills and energy to the process of giving his money away. Find out his favorite projects . Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. HOUR 2 In The News SMALL BUSINESS SENTIMENT: IMPROVES A BIT BUT IS NO SIGN OF A SURGE
Special Guest - Craig Reynolds, Principal, Consulting Actuary works for an international company headquartered in Seattle visits with Dave. Did you ever wonder what an actuarial firms does? Listen to Craig. Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.
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