In January’s economic news summary, I assert that we are in a “Milk Toast Economy.” I include many key economic indicators with historical graphs to prove my point. Here’s how I start:

My mother would always give me milk toast when recovering from a bout of stomach flu.  This temporary, bland remedy was meant as a transition to a better diet.  Yet after ten straight quarters of economic recovery, we are still eating “milk toast,” economically speaking.  The post-recession economic recovery from the 1982-1983 recession, after ten quarters, showed 13.4% growth in Gross Domestic Product.  Ten quarters into our current post-recession recovery that rate is a tepid 6.2%– less than half of our previous recovery.  Why do you think we are still eating “milk toast?”  Overall grade for January: D

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National Federation of Independent Business’s Optimism Index made a small but notable gain, settling at 93.8 for December.  Business optimism increased four times since September, ending 2011 on an up note.  Read the complete article here.

mepainter

Charles Lindemuth, painter, illustrator, innovator and entrepreneur visits Getting Down to Business® and talks about how he makes a living as a fine arts painter.  Moving from canvas and brush to a digital art form was a natural step for Charles. Listen as he talks about that process and some of his creations such as “mepainter.”

Business Risk Management

Chis Pobieglo, business insurance expert with Business Insurance Associates, is joined by his business partner and wife Angie to talk about the “Risk of Serving.”  That’s right, the local board you voluntary serve can cause you financial distress.  Find out more as Chris and Angie talk about Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance.

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Me, Painter

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Employee theft is certainly a sensitive issue. But it’s also a necessary one for all businesses to address… before it happens. In this month’s article, Mitigating the Risk of Employee Theft, I paint a grim but realistic picture:

“For small business owners, employee theft can be a fatal blow and put an end to their business.  For larger corporations, it can have an equally undesirable outcome.  In Alaska alone, we saw several prolific cases of embezzlement and employee theft this year, each case involving employees who embezzled corporate funds.”

But there are ways to mitigate this risk. Read my article to learn more.

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In my first article in my computer back-up series, I encouraged businesses to take their back-up strategy seriously. In this month’s article, Computer Back-Ups: The Avoidable Business Risk, Part 2, I continue:

“Now that your backup procedures are second nature, what steps are you taking to verify that the data is recoverable and usable?  Creating a backup of your data is only the halfway mark.  There are other steps that must to be followed to ensure that, in the event of a catastrophe, you do not lose data.”

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Dave discusses the latest “Optimism Index” which was up 1.8 point in November, settling at a still weak 92.0, according to the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB).  Read the complete article.

The Journey of Publishing

Kelly Fisher– attorney, author and publisher– visits Dave on this program.  Listen as Kelly discusses how he came to write his new book A Clueless Man’s Guide to Relationships.  The story doesn’t end there.  The easy part was writing the book; creating a great end product and introducing it to the world takes more effort.  Kelly takes us through his journey.

Business Risk Management

Listen as Chris Poblieglo, insurance expert, talks about Fidelity Bonds.  Find out much, much more about this potential business risk and a solution.  Visit Business Insurance Associates’ website - a must link for business risk management information.

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The Clueless Man

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In my December Getting Down to Business eNewsletter article, “Economic News: Revised Downward,” I start:

Economically, are you better off today than a year ago?  The numbers tell the story.  Gross domestic product for Q3 2010, a weak 2.5%, continued to slide into a 2.3% Q4 2010 rate.  The slide continues: Q1 2011 was revised down to an abysmal 0.4%, clawing its way back to a meager 1.3% in Q2 2011.  The final estimate for Q3 2011, 1.8%, was another significant downward revision. The first estimate was 2.5%.  An accurate description for 2011 is “Revised Downward.”

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December’s Getting Down to Business® eNewsletter wraps up the year with some great articles – including marketing planning for 2012 from Amanda Cullen and economic news from David Weatherholt. Christopher Pobieglo advises on the sensitive subject of employee theft, while Tim White continues his series on computer back-ups.

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Even with 14 million people unemployed, 40% of small businesses complain about the dearth of qualified workers. Listen as Dave talks about a pressing problem for employers.  Read complete article at the Wall Street Journal.

Credit & Business Lending

Dave’s guest is Bill Cessnun, VP Commercial Loan Officer with Northrim Bank– a Alaskan community bank.  Listen as Bill talks about making a credit decision during the business lending process.  Bill provides great information to Dave and his listeners.

Go it Alone

Alice in Wonderland meets a Cheshire Cat at the beginning of her journey.  Listen as Geoff Burch explains how “measuring success” ties in to Alice’s journey. Intrigued? Listen to the show!

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Through a Banker’s Eyes

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November affirmed that the US economy is no longer in a recession, but it can be hard to tell. My grade for last month was still a D, though. To find out why and view key economic graphs, Read the article: The 800-Pound Gorilla.

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November’s Getting Down to Business® eNewsletter brings the latest economic news, marketing tips and technology advice. Our panel of authors are David Weatherholt, with his “800-Pound Gorilla” and “Go With the Flow articles, Tim White with “Computer Back-Ups: The Avoidable Business Risk” and Amanda Cullen who answers “Should I be on Twitter?”

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The House is expected to vote on legislation that would allow privately held businesses to raise money from nonaccredited investors in exchange for equity stakes.  Listen as Dave discusses the pros & cons of using Crowd Funding sites to sell common stock in small businesses.  Read complete article on the Wall Street Journal.

How Has Technology Changed Real Estate?

Ken Jelinek, Associate Broker with Remax Properties, Inc. joins Dave today.  Listen as Ken discusses the impact that social medial and technology have on the business of buying and sell real estate.  Back in the 1980s, new listings were actually printed in books, and it took weeks to get a property listed.

Marketing Matters

This month, we’re talking marketing copy. Listen as Amanda Cullen, President of Zoo in a Jungle Marketing give us 5 easy tips for writing great marketing copy.

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Technology & the Realtor

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Listen as Dave talks about how an economic powerhouse “shackled” by federal regulators and rouge environmental group’s squeezes out some growth.  The first estimate of GDP beat all expectations coming in at 2.5%.  Read the complete economic news article here.

What is Alternative Business Lending?

Business lending is a business, and all lenders expect to make a profit on their loans.  Listen as Steven Bush, Commercial Loan Officer at Alaska Growth Capital. Find out why they are called an alternative business lender as Steven tells us about their history, goals, and how to start the loan process.

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Alternative Business Lending

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Small-business optimism gained 0.8 points in September, according to the National Federation of Independent Business’ (NFIB’s) latest Index, ending a six-month decline. Read complete article here.

2011 Summer Tourism Update

Listen as Julie Saupe, CEO and President of Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) returns for her 5^th visit to Getting Down to Business®.  Julie covers a lot of ground including the just completed 2011 Summer Visitor Season.

Business Risk Management

Listen as Chris Pobieglo, President of Business Insurance Associates, Inc and business insurance expert, explains surety bonding.  Today he discusses bonding for the construction industry.  Listen and learn a lot.

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Hospitality in Anchorage

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This economic news summary, “Economic News: Shackled“, grows slightly political as Dave Weatherholt is still discouraged about the state of our economy:

“Why is an economic powerhouse “Shackled?”  Maybe it’s just that I live in one of the most beautiful and resource-blessed states that makes me keenly aware of the impact of twisted environmental regulations.  Our economic resources are caught between federal regulators and rouge environmental groups, hobbling our resource development.  There is something completely dysfunctional about a system where a company can literarily spend millions of dollars studying an issue, placing facts on the table which can simply be blown away by environmental groups who make baseless, unsupportable claims and have no skin in the game.  The mistaken belief that economic development comes at the expense of the environment severely “shackles” our economy and inhibits growth.  Instead of limping along economically, the U.S. economy could ignite the world. Overall grade for October: D- (September was also D-)”

The remainder of the article shows key economic indicators showing why Dave is so sour on the economy.

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Welcome to the first issue of the Getting Down to Business® eNewsletter.

We’re pleased to announce our new contributors whose articles you won’t want to miss this month. Christopher S. Pobieglo, CRIS and President of Business Insurance Associates, Inc., provides expert advice concerning business risk management. Tim White is Chief Technology Officer of ACB Solutions and brings us Tech Talk each month.

And, as always, David Weatherholt gives his take on recent economic news with his nine key indicators. Amanda Cullen is back with Marketing Matters.

Don’t miss these great business articles! Read the newsletter here: Getting Down to Business® eNewsletter.

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People used to working in an office stocked with technology may find that starting as a solo enterprise can be painful.  Listen as Dave discusses a useful reality of going it alone.  Or read complete article: “Spending Wisely on Technology.”

Alaskan Association of Authors

Authors Josie & Mark McKinney are the co-founders of the Alaskan Association of Authors.  Listen as they discuss the reasons for starting their company and the books they have written and published.

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Written in Alaska

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Small companies are getting savvier about using Groupon.  Listen as Dave discusses the good and not so good about using Groupon.  Read the whole article on the Wall Street Journal website.

Anchorage Symphony

Listen as Sherri Burkhart Reddick, Executive Director of the Anchorage Symphony discusses her role in a dual management organization.  Sherri talks about the Symphony’s new 2011-2012 season with some really great shows. You won’t want to miss this local update!

Economics and Alaska

Listen as Dan Robinson, Senior Economist with the McDowell Group, discusses the economies of the performing arts.  His thoughts are not what you would expect.  Listen to his insights and even the softer side of economics.

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The Business of Classical Music

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For the fifth consecutive month, the NFIB’s monthly Small Business Optimism Index fell.  Dropping 0.9 points in July—a larger decline than in each of the previous three months.  Listen as Dave discusses the components of the “Index.”  Read the whole article at NFIB’s site.

The Business of Opera

Torrie Allen is an accomplished opera singer who loves talking about his passion. He clues us in to the upcoming 50^th Anniversary of the Anchorage Opera, starting this November.  You’ll want to listen to Torrie’s fascinating story.

Business Risk Management

Chris Pobieglo, president of Business Insurance Associates, Inc, discusses the nuances of “Commercial Property Coverage.”  Listen as Chris brings his topic to life– trust us!. He makes it very interesting and helpful.

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The Business of Opera

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In an “Atlas Shrugged” moment, Kingwood, Texas bank Main Street Bank gets out of the banking business because of federal banking regulations.  Listen as Dave talks about the frustration of the banks chairman and how they will handle excessive bank regulations. Read the whole article at the Wall Street Journal online.

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts

Listen as Nancy Harbour, Executive Director of the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts talks about the new 2011-2012 season.  Nancy tells a story about a fun topic that has a serious economic impact on Anchorage’s community.  And they’ve got a new website! Visit it at www.myalaska.com.

Go It Alone

Listen as Geoff Burch, author & business expert, talks about effective selling without the high pressure.  Geoff is in rare form and entertaining as always. It’s a delightful (and useful) segment you won’t want to miss!

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Performing Arts New Season

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Bill Dunkelberg, economist says, “Between the deluge of new regulations and a Washington policy agenda that is largely ignorant of Main Street needs, stubbornly low consumer spending, and grave concern among small firms about the federal budget, there is not much to be optimistic about as a small-business owner.”  Listen to the Getting Down to Business analysis.

Starting a restaurant with Crush Wine Bistro & Cellar

Chris Pobieglo sitting in for Dave talks with Anchorage entrepreneur Chad Culley one of the founders of Crush Wine Bistro & Cellar talks about starting a restaurant. Listen as Chad talks about employees, team building, customers, the economy, and what wakes him up at 3:00 am. For more information go to www.crushak.com

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Listen as Geoff Burch, bestselling author in business discusses the “Show Business” element in sales from his latest book Irresistible Persuasion.

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The release of the Gross Domestic for 2nd quarter 2011 was released last Friday.  The second quarter “advance estimate” was an abysmal 1.3%.  Listen as Dave reveals more bad news, the worst news and his grade on the economy.  Read More in “Its’ Not Rocket Science” and listen to Dave’s analysis.

Rep. Chris Tuck on the Alaska State Legislature

The 27^th session of The Alaska State Legislature lasted 90 day, then reconvened for another 71 days in a “Special Session.”  Representative Chris Tuck provided us with updates on both of these sessions.  Listen as he shares his vision for the State of Alaska and find out why he is Dave’s favorite Democrat.  Questions or Comments? Send an email to Rep Tuck at  rep.chris.tuck@legis.state.ak.us or Dave Weatherholt at David@waconsult.com.

Alaska Economics

Thirty four percent of Alaska’s GDP comes from federal spending.  Listen as Senior Economist Dan Robinson of the McDowell Group discusses the “debt ceiling debate” and its potential impact on the Alaska Economy.

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Rep. Chris Tuck Unwrapped

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Read Dave’s economic analysis of the US economy July 2011 – hint, “It’s Not Rocket Science.”

Pebble Project

Mike Heatwole, VP of Public Affairs for The Pebble Partnership, joins Dave and Amanda Cullen to discuss The Pebble Partnership.  The Pebble deposit is one of most significant discoveries of copper, gold and molybdenum in the world.  With demand for these commodities at an all time high, the economic impact in the billions of dollars, and the creation of thousands of high-paying jobs in a high unemployment area, why does this project have opposition?  Mike tells the story from the Partnerships side.  Supported by facts and ongoing analysis, Mike also reveals an emotional side to this project. Listen to this fascinating discussion.

We want to hear from you. Send questions or Comments to mikeheatwole@pebblepartnership.com or David@waconsult.com.

Marketing Matters

Listen as Amanda Cullen, President of Zoo in a Jungle Marketing, joins Dave and Mike to discuss marketing The Pebble Project.  Amanda is our small business marketing expert, and she brings her own perspective to the challenges of marketing with headwinds.

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Marketing with Headwinds – Marketing the Pebble Project

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In the eyes of the average small business, the U.S. economy is still in a recession and likely to stay that way through 2012.  A new survey, commissioned by the U.S. Bancorp one of several reports out in recent weeks painting a more dismal picture for American small businesses than previously perceived. Listen for my recap, and read the full article on the Wall Street Journal site.

How to prepare a business loan package

The American reserve banking system evolved from Goldsmiths.  In most early towns, the only vault belonged to the Goldsmith who began holding the valuables and money of others in the community.  Today’s bank lending evolved from these practices.  Andy Riddell, VP at Wells Fargo talks about the bank’s side of the lending process including explaining the 5 C’s of Credit.  Listen to find out the best way prepare a business loan package.

Alaska Economics

The U.S. economy is made up of all the individual state economies.  Listen as Dan Robinson, Senior Economist with the McDowell Group discusses the two common beliefs about the relationship between Alaska’s economy and the U.S. economy.  ”Historical data doesn’t really support either of those beliefs,” according to Dan. Listen for his view.

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Creating a Business Loan Package

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For the third consecutive month, NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index fell.  The drop was slight—0.3 points, with the index settling at 90.9 in May.  The index makes clear that optimism is moving in the wrong direction.  The NFIB Research Foundation has collected Small Business Economic Trends data with quarterly surveys since 1974 and monthly surveys since 1986.  Survey respondents are drawn from NFIB’s membership.

Lessons from the Seattle Economy

The Seattle economy tanked in the early 1970’s due to a severe economic downturn at Boeing. Thousands of people lost their jobs, and an amusing billboard read “Will the last person leaving SEATTLE – Turn out the lights.”  This served as a wakeup call to community leaders and a focus on economic diversity.  The Anchorage Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) is leading the way on a project to make Anchorage the number one place to “Work, Live & Play” by 2025.  Listen as Bill Popp, President and CEO describes the role and steps his organization is taking to make this a reality.

Business Risk Management

Business insurance expert and president of Business Insurance Associates, Chris Pobieglo tells us about the risk to your business when employees travel both domestically and internationally.  As a business owner you really don’t need another risk to consider however, Chris also provides some low cost ways to cover this risk.

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Live, Work & Play

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Two crucial forms of bank lending that remained stubbornly weak are finally showing signs of life, another indicator that the credit crisis is on the mend.  This uptick could help businesses expand and reduce unemployment listen to the summary.  Read the full article: “Uptick in Loans Could Aid Business.”

A Wild Ride

An entrepreneur is a person who wants to change the future.  Change involves more than talk.  The vision must be followed by action.  Following that vision is a great risk.  There is the risk of failure, a damaged reputation, the loss of time and money.  Listen as Dave describes what it took to follow his vision of a professional football team, Alaska Wild, in Anchorage.  Contact Dave  at david@WaConsult.com.

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A Wild Ride

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The Internal Revenue Service is moving aggressively to collect more taxes from small businesses. It is telling companies being audited to turn over exact copies of the electronic records kept in their business-software programs. The IRS wants your QuickBooks files.  Read the full Wall Street Journal article.

Business Planning

Success in anything that works well requires vision, dedication, luck and a great plan.  Join Dave as he talks about the subject he knows well– “business planning.”  A well-written business plan will not guarantee the success of your business start-up, but it will improve the long odds.  Listen, as David Weatherholt, you business authority, reveals the art of writing a business plan.

Economics in Alaska

The “Economics Guy” Dan Robinson, Senior Economist for the McDowell Group, discusses gross domestic product and how it impacts your business.  Dan and Dave also discuss gross domestic product for the state Alaska.  Listen as economic principles become clear and relevant.

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The Art of Business Planning

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Small-Business Optimism on the Wane: Optimism Index Dips for Second Consecutive Month

The Nation Federation of Independent Business (NIFB) has tracked business optimism since 1976, making this a reliable measurement of business optimism.  The month of April marked a second consecutive month of decline in small business optimism. Listen for Dave’s take on the news.

Council of Alaska Producers

San Francisco, Denver and Seattle have much in common.  Plenty of social amenities, fine dining, shopping, cultural and arts carters, and professional-level sports teams.  They also create lots of jobs with vibrant and diverse economies.  When they were fledgling communities, mining gave them a big economic boost.  Mining can be a game changer for the Alaska Economy.  The Council of Alaska Producers represents large mining companies and tracks their economic impact.  Listen, as Mike Satre, Executive Director of the Council discusses their role in Alaska.

Business Risk Management

The “Insurance Guy” Chris Poblieglo of Business Insurance Associates reveals an often overlooked business risk.  A company’s employees represent a risk to any business.  Managing employment practices and obtaining liability insurance can minimize this business risk.  Listen as Chris gives “advice you can use.”

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Produced in Alaska

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Price of a new suit and gold historically has been the same.  Dave talks about his article on the economy and the impact of rising commodity prices.  Listen to find out Dave’s current grade on the economy.

90 Days and Counting

The 27^th Legislative Session was scheduled to run for 90 days starting January 18^th and officially ended on April 17^th.  Starting on April 18^th, the Alaska State Legislature went into special session and while Representative Tuck was originally scheduled to give a session wrap-up he gave an update.  Listen to Representative Chris Tuck from HD 29 talk about the session and predict the end of the special session.

Marketing Matters

Amanda Cullen, our small business marketing expert, talks about her passion “Word of Mouth Marketing.”  Listen to Amanda’s great tips.

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Legislative Update

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Learn who is up and coming in Alaska in our “On the Move“ feature of Business/News & Views. This month, we feature three Wells Fargo promotions.

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3 Ways to Maintain Positive Cash Flow in a Down Economy

David Weatherholt gives a summary of an article on cash flow– the life blood of a business. Focus on creating annuity revenue is one of the helpful tips.  Listen to learn more.

Real Estate Opportunity

It’s no surprise to anyone that the domestic real estate market is in difficulty.  Winston Churchill said that an optimist “sees opportunity in every difficulty.”  Find out how Dee Thomas and Jeff Greenberg, managing partners in a company called Synergetic Investment Group, LLC, look for opportunity in the real estate market.

Alaska Economics

Dan Robinson, Senior Economist with the McDowell Group, discusses the commercial real estate markets in Alaska.

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Building Wealth Through Real Estate

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Hiring Up, But Optimism Down in March

The Index of Small Business Optimism fell again in March.  This index has been tracked by the National Federation of Independent Business since 1976, making it a great measure of business optimism.  According to the NFIB chief economist, “Today’s recession-level reading is, all in all, a real disappointment.”

Anchorage Tourism Update

Julie Saupe, President, and CEO of the Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau joins Dave to talk about the upcoming visitor season in Anchorage.  Julie also discusses their volunteer program and its role in assisting visitors by matching them to services and tours.

Business Risk Management

The third segment in our series “Workers Compensation Uncovered,” Chris Poblieglo discusses job classifications and how they can affect your bottom line.  Chris also describes three bills now before the Alaska State Legislature: HB-12, 13, and SB-116, and their effect on workers’ compensation in Alaska.

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Anchorage Tourism 2011

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Not all is bad news, as we highlight some of Wells Fargo’s up and coming in Alaska. And harness the power of “Word of Mouth Marketing” from marketing expert Amanda Cullen. Then chill out as you learn to “Listen to the Radio on Your Computer.”

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In the news, learn about the controversial ways one can use to finance a business using a 401(k). Love it or hate it, it’s important information to know.

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The Business Side of the Food Bank

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Later in the show is our “Business Risk Management” segment with Christopher Pobieglo, CRIS and President of Business Insurance Associates, Inc.Chris joins David to talk worker’s comp. He has great advice for Alaskan businesses on how to manage worker’s compensation insurance and claims.

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Stone Horn Ridge

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Alaska Stock has navigated all these changes while remaining faithful to their original vision.  According to Schultz: “Alaska Stock will be the premier source for the best, most unique, and largest selection of Alaskan-theme images.  We will maintain an easily accessible and efficient library of high quality images, and we will promote these images to the worldwide market of commercial photo buyers.  We will continue to modify our product and services meeting or exceeding our clients’ expectations as our clients’ needs change.”

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Sales and entrepreneurial expert Geoff Burch has his segment “Go it Alone” later in the show. And we’d all like to congratulate Geoff for being voted the Business Communicator of 2011 by the U.K.’s Speechwriter’s Guild!

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The House of Barry Matteson

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Amanda Cullen, president of Zoo in Jungle Marketing, joins the show to give advice on how to provide great customer service even when you have to tell a customer, “No.” She makes this tough marketing challenge understandable.

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The Business Side of the Performing Arts

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Later in the show, get an Alaska economics update with Dan Robinson,  Senior Economist with the McDowell Group. Uncertainty abounds, and Dan and Dave discuss how to handle it.

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The Entrepreneur

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Then read David Weatherholt’s Economic Summary, informing us about the “New Normal.” David’s opinion article takes a look at the optimism index and inspires us with our first President’s example. Beat the new economic normal with your marketing plan – Amanda Cullen tells you how.

And if that wasn’t enough, learn how to make your computer run faster by reading our Internet Tips and Tricks article.

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The interview is 21:16, and well worth the time for anyone interested in an inside look at Alaska governing. And if you want more information on the Alaska State Legislature, visit their website!

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Interview with Alaska Representative Chris Tuck

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3. Legislative Update

Chris Pobieglo,CRIS and President of Business Insurance Associates, Inc., joins the show for his regular segment “Risk Management.”   He starts his series on Worker’s Compensation, which aims to help small businesses untangle this difficult issue. Or, as Chris likes to put it –  “Workers’ Compensation Unwrapped!

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Alaska Legislative Update

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Small business marketing expert Amanda Cullen weighs in with how to get customers to call your business. Listen for her easy-to-implement tips and strategies.

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Fire Island Wind

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Dan Robinson, Senior Economist for the McDowell Group joins the show for his segment “Financial Help for Small Business.”  Dan brings expertise to the topic of gold prices, the abundance of precious and semi-precious metals in Alaska- even talking about the modern resurgence of  individuals running a gold mine!

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An Amazing Company

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Dave will take you behind the scenes of a professional sports team to learn what makes the sports industry tick. Learn about great teamwork and struggles, while discovering a few strategies for your own business as well. Details follow:

Date: 2/15/2011
Time: Noon – 1 P.M.
Reservations and questions: (907) 272-2401
Website: Anchorage Chamber
Place: Anchorage Chamber of Commerce
1016 West Sixth Avenue, Suite 303
Anchorage, AK 99501

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Amanda Cullen, president of Zoo in a Jungle Marketing, takes up the conversation with marketing advice for farms and agriculture businesses. She advises farms to keep their marketing “creative and fun,” with tips on how to start.

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Young Entrepreneurs

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Café Del Mundo founder Perry Merkel, who has been roasting coffee since 1975, comes on the show to discuss the coffee business, how he got his start and the business environment in Alaska.

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A Great Cup of Coffee

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Stay tuned for sales and business guru Geoff Burch in his segment for entrepreneurs, “Go it Alone.” As always, Geoff is insightful and entertaining – with a bit of biting wit.

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Alaska Econ 101

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The December Business/News & Views® will help you bring your small business into the new year!

David Weatherholt brings us economic news with the exciting title, “It’s Pedal to the Metal Time” and the continuation of his peerless competitor series, “Be The Best V.” Amanda Cullen asks, “Is your pricing too low?” and answers that is probably is. She gives advice for how to maximize your price potential with value pricing.

This month brings a bonus Views article, “The Sales Process Defined,” and learn some tips to simplify your technology with “Don’t Lose Your Bookmarks.” All this in the December Business/News & Views®!

Read Now:  Business/News & Views® – December 2010

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In the news, David has some small business stats from around the world and why entrepreneurialism is growing globally.

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Business Impact of Title 21

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David brings us bad economic news, his segment being titled, “Few Businesses Sprout, With Even Fewer Jobs.” Learn what this dearth of innovation might mean for your business and customers.

Amanda Cullen of Zoo in a Jungle Marketing brightens the mood by looking towards 2011 and how to cut your marketing budget without reducing its effectiveness. Her four steps will have your marketing budget in tip-top shape for the upcoming year.

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Built In Alaska

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