http://www.odeo.com/channels/134428-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business no Insights for starting and running a small business, from the Wall Street Journal and Startup Journal and experts in areas such as management and finance. Insights for starting and running a small business, from the Wall Street Journal and Startup Journal and experts in areas such as management and finance. Insights for starting and running a small business, from the Wall Street Journal and Startup Journal and experts in areas such as management and finance. en-us 40 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25535862-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The main changes that small business owners have made this year; how a sneaker company has created a small business opportunity for those interested in design; and the quick and easy way to make a mobile-phone app for your small business. The main changes that small business owners have made this year; how a sneaker company has created a small business opportunity for those interested in design; and the quick and easy way to make a mobile-phone app for your small business. The main changes that small business owners have made this year; how a sneaker company has created a small business opportunity for those interested in design; and the quick and easy way to make a mobile-phone app for your small business. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-14,25535862 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25503999-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How one owner saved his small business in this economy; tips on persuading lenders to trust you when you have no entrepreneurial track record; and how some small businesses are taking care of clients and workers this holiday season when there's little money to do it. How one owner saved his small business in this economy; tips on persuading lenders to trust you when you have no entrepreneurial track record; and how some small businesses are taking care of clients and workers this holiday season when there's little money to do it. How one owner saved his small business in this economy; tips on persuading lenders to trust you when you have no entrepreneurial track record; and how some small businesses are taking care of clients and workers this holiday season when there's little money to do it. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-07,25503999 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25466273-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Why small businesses could be in line for another credit crunch; the main reason some jewelry stores are optimistic about the Christmas shopping season; and the unique promotion run for job seekers at a Michigan business. Why small businesses could be in line for another credit crunch; the main reason some jewelry stores are optimistic about the Christmas shopping season; and the unique promotion run for job seekers at a Michigan business. Why small businesses could be in line for another credit crunch; the main reason some jewelry stores are optimistic about the Christmas shopping season; and the unique promotion run for job seekers at a Michigan business. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-30,25466273 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25466274-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The newest small-business assistance program, an unusual sales presentation, creative ways to whittle down the list of job applicants for your small business, and tips on how to get rid of a small business employee. The newest small-business assistance program, an unusual sales presentation, creative ways to whittle down the list of job applicants for your small business, and tips on how to get rid of a small business employee. The newest small-business assistance program, an unusual sales presentation, creative ways to whittle down the list of job applicants for your small business, and tips on how to get rid of a small business employee. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-23,25466274 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25466277-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business What older business owners can learn from today's young entrepreneurs. Also, how to end a relationship with aggressive customers who always want concessions; and 3 ways to make sure you get paid. What older business owners can learn from today's young entrepreneurs. Also, how to end a relationship with aggressive customers who always want concessions; and 3 ways to make sure you get paid. What older business owners can learn from today's young entrepreneurs. Also, how to end a relationship with aggressive customers who always want concessions; and 3 ways to make sure you get paid. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-16,25466277 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25425720-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business A new type of sales call...find out what it is...and how much it might cost. Also, the risky strategy being used by some restaurant owners in this down economy, and how small businesses are reacting to the health-care legislation that has passed the House of Representatives. A new type of sales call...find out what it is...and how much it might cost. Also, the risky strategy being used by some restaurant owners in this down economy, and how small businesses are reacting to the health-care legislation that has passed the House of Representatives. A new type of sales call...find out what it is...and how much it might cost. Also, the risky strategy being used by some restaurant owners in this down economy, and how small businesses are reacting to the health-care legislation that has passed the House of Representatives. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25425720 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25393785-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The ultimate question for small business owners; the competition that could make you a small business owner with no money down; and how to get the conversation flowing in a room full of strangers at a networking event. The ultimate question for small business owners; the competition that could make you a small business owner with no money down; and how to get the conversation flowing in a room full of strangers at a networking event. The ultimate question for small business owners; the competition that could make you a small business owner with no money down; and how to get the conversation flowing in a room full of strangers at a networking event. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-02,25393785 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25377014-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Last week we gave you examples of elevator speeches, the 30-seconds you have to explain your small business. More on that today; also, the three best ways to build your small business credit; and how to get free small business advice. Last week we gave you examples of elevator speeches, the 30-seconds you have to explain your small business. More on that today; also, the three best ways to build your small business credit; and how to get free small business advice. Last week we gave you examples of elevator speeches, the 30-seconds you have to explain your small business. More on that today; also, the three best ways to build your small business credit; and how to get free small business advice. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-26,25377014 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25311695-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How to do a big deal for your small business; the owner fighting the government over the name of his hot dog stand; and more ideas on how a small business can land government contracts. How to do a big deal for your small business; the owner fighting the government over the name of his hot dog stand; and more ideas on how a small business can land government contracts. How to do a big deal for your small business; the owner fighting the government over the name of his hot dog stand; and more ideas on how a small business can land government contracts. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-19,25311695 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25272264-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Some of the best one-liners that small businesses use during their elevator speeches; how one start-up sees a future in reminding seniors to take their meds; and where to go to find government contracts. Some of the best one-liners that small businesses use during their elevator speeches; how one start-up sees a future in reminding seniors to take their meds; and where to go to find government contracts. Some of the best one-liners that small businesses use during their elevator speeches; how one start-up sees a future in reminding seniors to take their meds; and where to go to find government contracts. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-12,25272264 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25236390-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How to grow your small business quickly. We'll have an example of how one guy did it; also, some new small business websites you may not have heard of, including a couple geared toward loans; and the debate over outsourcing your social media needs. How to grow your small business quickly. We'll have an example of how one guy did it; also, some new small business websites you may not have heard of, including a couple geared toward loans; and the debate over outsourcing your social media needs. How to grow your small business quickly. We'll have an example of how one guy did it; also, some new small business websites you may not have heard of, including a couple geared toward loans; and the debate over outsourcing your social media needs. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-05,25236390 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25199497-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business What to do if you need a chief financial officer, but can't afford one; ideas for using Twitter and blogs; and 5 questions to ask yourself before starting your own business. What to do if you need a chief financial officer, but can't afford one; ideas for using Twitter and blogs; and 5 questions to ask yourself before starting your own business. What to do if you need a chief financial officer, but can't afford one; ideas for using Twitter and blogs; and 5 questions to ask yourself before starting your own business. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-28,25199497 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25159792-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business What small business owners say they've learned from the current recession; big IRS fines for small businesses who thought they set up legit pension and benefit plans...and what could happen in the days ahead; and how to use Twitter for your small business public-relations problem. What small business owners say they've learned from the current recession; big IRS fines for small businesses who thought they set up legit pension and benefit plans...and what could happen in the days ahead; and how to use Twitter for your small business public-relations problem. What small business owners say they've learned from the current recession; big IRS fines for small businesses who thought they set up legit pension and benefit plans...and what could happen in the days ahead; and how to use Twitter for your small business public-relations problem. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-21,25159792 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25085870-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How small business owners are protecting profit margins in this economy; the hot new profession that's very green; entrepreneurs develop scores of new automotive websites; and how to hire hourly workers. How small business owners are protecting profit margins in this economy; the hot new profession that's very green; entrepreneurs develop scores of new automotive websites; and how to hire hourly workers. How small business owners are protecting profit margins in this economy; the hot new profession that's very green; entrepreneurs develop scores of new automotive websites; and how to hire hourly workers. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-07,25085870 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25050329-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The city that entrepreneurs are suddenly taking a liking to; how paying more of your employees health-care may improve your business...an example from one company; and the seven most over-rated small business opportunities. The city that entrepreneurs are suddenly taking a liking to; how paying more of your employees health-care may improve your business...an example from one company; and the seven most over-rated small business opportunities. The city that entrepreneurs are suddenly taking a liking to; how paying more of your employees health-care may improve your business...an example from one company; and the seven most over-rated small business opportunities. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-31,25050329 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25013108-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How to invest in yourself as a small business owner; how to land government contracts; how to get Wal-Mart as a customer for your small business product; and investing in the California pot business. How to invest in yourself as a small business owner; how to land government contracts; how to get Wal-Mart as a customer for your small business product; and investing in the California pot business. How to invest in yourself as a small business owner; how to land government contracts; how to get Wal-Mart as a customer for your small business product; and investing in the California pot business. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-24,25013108 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24975072-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Tips on protecting your profit margins; how a dentist is marketing himself as his number of patients goes down in this economy; entrepreneurs take a gamble on algae as a biofuel; and how to remain competitive in today's new business landscape. Tips on protecting your profit margins; how a dentist is marketing himself as his number of patients goes down in this economy; entrepreneurs take a gamble on algae as a biofuel; and how to remain competitive in today's new business landscape. Tips on protecting your profit margins; how a dentist is marketing himself as his number of patients goes down in this economy; entrepreneurs take a gamble on algae as a biofuel; and how to remain competitive in today's new business landscape. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-17,24975072 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24942944-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The two types of small business; the consultants in hot demand; lessons that bands can teach you about small business; and internet marketing sensation and wine expert Gary Vaynerchuk on using Twitter. The two types of small business; the consultants in hot demand; lessons that bands can teach you about small business; and internet marketing sensation and wine expert Gary Vaynerchuk on using Twitter. The two types of small business; the consultants in hot demand; lessons that bands can teach you about small business; and internet marketing sensation and wine expert Gary Vaynerchuk on using Twitter. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-11,24942944 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24937061-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The two types of small business; the consultants in hot demand; lessons that bands can teach you about small business; and internet marketing sensation and wine expert Gary Vaynerchuk on using Twitter. The two types of small business; the consultants in hot demand; lessons that bands can teach you about small business; and internet marketing sensation and wine expert Gary Vaynerchuk on using Twitter. The two types of small business; the consultants in hot demand; lessons that bands can teach you about small business; and internet marketing sensation and wine expert Gary Vaynerchuk on using Twitter. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-10,24937061 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24903654-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Tips on making sure your small business gets paid; jumping on board this summer's fashion trends; and seven new rules for small business growth. Tips on making sure your small business gets paid; jumping on board this summer's fashion trends; and seven new rules for small business growth. Tips on making sure your small business gets paid; jumping on board this summer's fashion trends; and seven new rules for small business growth. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-03,24903654 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24869546-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Small business owners are starting to feel a little bit better about the economy; how the White House is trying to get small businesses to support its plan to overhaul the health-care system; and small business lessons from the CIT Group problems. Small business owners are starting to feel a little bit better about the economy; how the White House is trying to get small businesses to support its plan to overhaul the health-care system; and small business lessons from the CIT Group problems. Small business owners are starting to feel a little bit better about the economy; how the White House is trying to get small businesses to support its plan to overhaul the health-care system; and small business lessons from the CIT Group problems. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-27,24869546 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24833690-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business A kindler, gentler mood toward doing business; how the discounts and giveaways at restaurant chains are coming back to bite them; and more examples on how to use Twitter to promote your small business. A kindler, gentler mood toward doing business; how the discounts and giveaways at restaurant chains are coming back to bite them; and more examples on how to use Twitter to promote your small business. A kindler, gentler mood toward doing business; how the discounts and giveaways at restaurant chains are coming back to bite them; and more examples on how to use Twitter to promote your small business. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-20,24833690 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24794628-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Why you shouldn't regret putting certain customers on a retainer for you small business services; how the new Small Business Administration loan program works; and starting your own business in this economy on a shoestring budget. Why you shouldn't regret putting certain customers on a retainer for you small business services; how the new Small Business Administration loan program works; and starting your own business in this economy on a shoestring budget. Why you shouldn't regret putting certain customers on a retainer for you small business services; how the new Small Business Administration loan program works; and starting your own business in this economy on a shoestring budget. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-13,24794628 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24759231-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The types of small businesses that plan to hire, according to a recent networking event; the banks taking part in a new emergency loan program from the Small Business Administration; and tips on keeping debt collectors at bay. The types of small businesses that plan to hire, according to a recent networking event; the banks taking part in a new emergency loan program from the Small Business Administration; and tips on keeping debt collectors at bay. The types of small businesses that plan to hire, according to a recent networking event; the banks taking part in a new emergency loan program from the Small Business Administration; and tips on keeping debt collectors at bay. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-06,24759231 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24759232-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Where venture capitalists are investing these days; the new trends appearing at small businesses; and finding your small business niche in the music industry. Where venture capitalists are investing these days; the new trends appearing at small businesses; and finding your small business niche in the music industry. Where venture capitalists are investing these days; the new trends appearing at small businesses; and finding your small business niche in the music industry. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-29,24759232 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24759233-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business It continues to be a major issue for small business owners: what to do about pricing in this economy. We'll have examples of what some owners are doing. Also, business owners who opt for part-time jobs; and the states pressing businesses for more time off for employees. It continues to be a major issue for small business owners: what to do about pricing in this economy. We'll have examples of what some owners are doing. Also, business owners who opt for part-time jobs; and the states pressing businesses for more time off for employees. It continues to be a major issue for small business owners: what to do about pricing in this economy. We'll have examples of what some owners are doing. Also, business owners who opt for part-time jobs; and the states pressing businesses for more time off for employees. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-22,24759233 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24706905-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Pricing strategies for your small business in this economy; more ideas for using social networks like Facebook and Twitter to benefit your small business; and the short-term loans being rolled out by the Small Business Administration. Pricing strategies for your small business in this economy; more ideas for using social networks like Facebook and Twitter to benefit your small business; and the short-term loans being rolled out by the Small Business Administration. Pricing strategies for your small business in this economy; more ideas for using social networks like Facebook and Twitter to benefit your small business; and the short-term loans being rolled out by the Small Business Administration. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-15,24706905 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24664759-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Going into business for yourself following a layoff; if you're clever, you can raise funding from sources other than banks or venture capital; and tales of how restaurants are thinking outside the box in this slow economy. Going into business for yourself following a layoff; if you're clever, you can raise funding from sources other than banks or venture capital; and tales of how restaurants are thinking outside the box in this slow economy. Going into business for yourself following a layoff; if you're clever, you can raise funding from sources other than banks or venture capital; and tales of how restaurants are thinking outside the box in this slow economy. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-08,24664759 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24636771-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Signs from the small business owners' perspective that the economy is turning the corner; why smaller electronics stores say they're better than the big box ones; and Twitter 101 for small business. Signs from the small business owners' perspective that the economy is turning the corner; why smaller electronics stores say they're better than the big box ones; and Twitter 101 for small business. Signs from the small business owners' perspective that the economy is turning the corner; why smaller electronics stores say they're better than the big box ones; and Twitter 101 for small business. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-01,24636771 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24606184-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business What to do if you've got what you think is a money-making product or service, but fear the idea of being a salesman for it; also, how your small business can survive and thrive in the so-called "new normal" economy; and the new hobby among young scientists. What to do if you've got what you think is a money-making product or service, but fear the idea of being a salesman for it; also, how your small business can survive and thrive in the so-called "new normal" economy; and the new hobby among young scientists. What to do if you've got what you think is a money-making product or service, but fear the idea of being a salesman for it; also, how your small business can survive and thrive in the so-called "new normal" economy; and the new hobby among young scientists. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-25,24606184 Mon, 25 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24576705-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Ideas for how to get your products on Amazon.com; tips for using social media for your small business; and how some people are turning a layoff into a small business opportunity. Ideas for how to get your products on Amazon.com; tips for using social media for your small business; and how some people are turning a layoff into a small business opportunity. Ideas for how to get your products on Amazon.com; tips for using social media for your small business; and how some people are turning a layoff into a small business opportunity. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-18,24576705 Mon, 18 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24558785-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The new businesses starting to emerge in this economy; a new survey finds companies' cost-cutting plans are slowing down in anticipation of an economic recovery; and how small businesses are more and more using infomercials to sell their products. The new businesses starting to emerge in this economy; a new survey finds companies' cost-cutting plans are slowing down in anticipation of an economic recovery; and how small businesses are more and more using infomercials to sell their products. The new businesses starting to emerge in this economy; a new survey finds companies' cost-cutting plans are slowing down in anticipation of an economic recovery; and how small businesses are more and more using infomercials to sell their products. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-11,24558785 Mon, 11 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24535179-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Anecdotal tales of improving business. Find out what some say was the catalyst. Also, potential lessons from a fast-food franchise on handling a public relations nightmare; and swine flu precautions for your small business. Anecdotal tales of improving business. Find out what some say was the catalyst. Also, potential lessons from a fast-food franchise on handling a public relations nightmare; and swine flu precautions for your small business. Anecdotal tales of improving business. Find out what some say was the catalyst. Also, potential lessons from a fast-food franchise on handling a public relations nightmare; and swine flu precautions for your small business. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-04,24535179 Mon, 04 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24509030-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business More ways small business owners are tweaking their business models in this economy. Also, Apple makes an aggressive push into the small business world, and why Susan Boyle represents a lesson for small business owners. More ways small business owners are tweaking their business models in this economy. Also, Apple makes an aggressive push into the small business world, and why Susan Boyle represents a lesson for small business owners. More ways small business owners are tweaking their business models in this economy. Also, Apple makes an aggressive push into the small business world, and why Susan Boyle represents a lesson for small business owners. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-27,24509030 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24473445-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The latest snapshot of the types of businesses doing well in this economy, and those that are not. Also, the latest telecom company reaching out to small business owners; and the best and worst states when it comes to small business taxes. The latest snapshot of the types of businesses doing well in this economy, and those that are not. Also, the latest telecom company reaching out to small business owners; and the best and worst states when it comes to small business taxes. The latest snapshot of the types of businesses doing well in this economy, and those that are not. Also, the latest telecom company reaching out to small business owners; and the best and worst states when it comes to small business taxes. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-20,24473445 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24441708-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The biggest problem that most small business owners face is apparently NOT sales...at least directly. Also, small businesses get a voice on a popular review site; and how small retailers are trying to get men to shop more like women. Hear their marketing campaign. The biggest problem that most small business owners face is apparently NOT sales...at least directly. Also, small businesses get a voice on a popular review site; and how small retailers are trying to get men to shop more like women. Hear their marketing campaign. The biggest problem that most small business owners face is apparently NOT sales...at least directly. Also, small businesses get a voice on a popular review site; and how small retailers are trying to get men to shop more like women. Hear their marketing campaign. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-13,24441708 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24414291-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business-April-6-2009 The marketing tools that have small business owners fired up; where small business owners and entrepreneurs are turning for loans instead of banks; and the blogs that aim to help franchise owners...and those looking to buy one. The marketing tools that have small business owners fired up; where small business owners and entrepreneurs are turning for loans instead of banks; and the blogs that aim to help franchise owners...and those looking to buy one. The marketing tools that have small business owners fired up; where small business owners and entrepreneurs are turning for loans instead of banks; and the blogs that aim to help franchise owners...and those looking to buy one. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-06,24414291 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24383521-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business-March-30-2009 How small businesses are dying to hear some encouragement and good news; also, some last-minute tax tips ahead of the filing deadline; and using an ancient payment system if your cash flow is tight. How small businesses are dying to hear some encouragement and good news; also, some last-minute tax tips ahead of the filing deadline; and using an ancient payment system if your cash flow is tight. How small businesses are dying to hear some encouragement and good news; also, some last-minute tax tips ahead of the filing deadline; and using an ancient payment system if your cash flow is tight. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-30,24383521 Mon, 30 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24345934-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Ideas for branching out your small business to generate more revenue in this economy; if you're afraid of a layoff, things to consider if you choose to pursue a small business dream; and where small business owners cut to save the most money. Ideas for branching out your small business to generate more revenue in this economy; if you're afraid of a layoff, things to consider if you choose to pursue a small business dream; and where small business owners cut to save the most money. Ideas for branching out your small business to generate more revenue in this economy; if you're afraid of a layoff, things to consider if you choose to pursue a small business dream; and where small business owners cut to save the most money. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-23,24345934 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24311583-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The Top 10 list of the main points from a small business owners breakfast; how to make better use of Twitter for your small business or as an entrepreneur; and how summer camps are trying to survive as families cut their budgets. The Top 10 list of the main points from a small business owners breakfast; how to make better use of Twitter for your small business or as an entrepreneur; and how summer camps are trying to survive as families cut their budgets. The Top 10 list of the main points from a small business owners breakfast; how to make better use of Twitter for your small business or as an entrepreneur; and how summer camps are trying to survive as families cut their budgets. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-16,24311583 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24278099-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The important traits that make up a successful small business owner; got a sweet-sounding voice or even one that's intimidating? Find out the small businesses that need you; and the entrepreneurs who think the time has come for humans to fly by themselves. The important traits that make up a successful small business owner; got a sweet-sounding voice or even one that's intimidating? Find out the small businesses that need you; and the entrepreneurs who think the time has come for humans to fly by themselves. The important traits that make up a successful small business owner; got a sweet-sounding voice or even one that's intimidating? Find out the small businesses that need you; and the entrepreneurs who think the time has come for humans to fly by themselves. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-09,24278099 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24248237-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The advice for small business owners from a couple of months ago is outdated. Find out how it's changed. Also, a look at the gambles that a menswear company is taking to survive this economy...and small businesses bash the economic stimulus plan. The advice for small business owners from a couple of months ago is outdated. Find out how it's changed. Also, a look at the gambles that a menswear company is taking to survive this economy...and small businesses bash the economic stimulus plan. The advice for small business owners from a couple of months ago is outdated. Find out how it's changed. Also, a look at the gambles that a menswear company is taking to survive this economy...and small businesses bash the economic stimulus plan. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-02,24248237 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24161595-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How small businesses are getting even tougher as the economy gets weaker...Is it worth it for small businesses to create a website for mobile devices? We'll have some guidance. And the names of three advertising outlets for your small business... How small businesses are getting even tougher as the economy gets weaker...Is it worth it for small businesses to create a website for mobile devices? We'll have some guidance. And the names of three advertising outlets for your small business... How small businesses are getting even tougher as the economy gets weaker...Is it worth it for small businesses to create a website for mobile devices? We'll have some guidance. And the names of three advertising outlets for your small business... tag:odeo.com,2009-02-23,24161595 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24110847-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business Tips on how to improve your skills as a networker; what the economic-stimulus package means for small businesses; and how small businesses are fighting the government in New York over alcohol. Tips on how to improve your skills as a networker; what the economic-stimulus package means for small businesses; and how small businesses are fighting the government in New York over alcohol. Tips on how to improve your skills as a networker; what the economic-stimulus package means for small businesses; and how small businesses are fighting the government in New York over alcohol. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-16,24110847 Mon, 16 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24049600-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business If you're a small business owner who's weathered the recession so far, where do you go from here? Also, the trickle down pain from the big car makers; and how to find out if the name you want for your new business has already been taken... If you're a small business owner who's weathered the recession so far, where do you go from here? Also, the trickle down pain from the big car makers; and how to find out if the name you want for your new business has already been taken... If you're a small business owner who's weathered the recession so far, where do you go from here? Also, the trickle down pain from the big car makers; and how to find out if the name you want for your new business has already been taken... tag:odeo.com,2009-02-09,24049600 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24015021-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business What small business owners are saying following the first networking night of the year; additional ways to secure funding for you small business idea; and the basics of starting your own bank...because the success rates are so high. What small business owners are saying following the first networking night of the year; additional ways to secure funding for you small business idea; and the basics of starting your own bank...because the success rates are so high. What small business owners are saying following the first networking night of the year; additional ways to secure funding for you small business idea; and the basics of starting your own bank...because the success rates are so high. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-02,24015021 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23947640-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business A new way to start a business; advice to follow now that some customers are later and later paying invoices; and a marketing lesson for the small business owner through Super Bowl advertising. A new way to start a business; advice to follow now that some customers are later and later paying invoices; and a marketing lesson for the small business owner through Super Bowl advertising. A new way to start a business; advice to follow now that some customers are later and later paying invoices; and a marketing lesson for the small business owner through Super Bowl advertising. tag:odeo.com,2009-01-26,23947640 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23901915-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How to buy a struggling competitor in this economy; disappointing news for business owners in the economic stimulus-package talks in Washington; and solving the tax dilemma this time of year. How to buy a struggling competitor in this economy; disappointing news for business owners in the economic stimulus-package talks in Washington; and solving the tax dilemma this time of year. How to buy a struggling competitor in this economy; disappointing news for business owners in the economic stimulus-package talks in Washington; and solving the tax dilemma this time of year. tag:odeo.com,2009-01-19,23901915 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23861653-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business How to buy, sell, or start a business in this economy; how to grow your business without the pain of cold-calling; and three new buzz-words circulating among small business owners. How to buy, sell, or start a business in this economy; how to grow your business without the pain of cold-calling; and three new buzz-words circulating among small business owners. How to buy, sell, or start a business in this economy; how to grow your business without the pain of cold-calling; and three new buzz-words circulating among small business owners. tag:odeo.com,2009-01-12,23861653 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23835001-The-Wall-Street-Journal-on-Small-Business The new buzzword for small business owners; a look at some franchisers salaries...since the focus is usually on what can be made as a franchisee; and a free website that helps you identify the best locations for your small business. The new buzzword for small business owners; a look at some franchisers salaries...since the focus is usually on what can be made as a franchisee; and a free website that helps you identify the best locations for your small business. The new buzzword for small business owners; a look at some franchisers salaries...since the focus is usually on what can be made as a franchisee; and a free website that helps you identify the best locations for your small business. tag:odeo.com,2009-01-05,23835001 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Wall Street Journal on Small Business News