Creators of original stellar protraits(TM); your personal vantage of the stars at a particular date and time. David and Michael talk about how they launched and are building their business providing people pieces of illuminating art.

I speak with Cecelia about her new book Write More, Stress Less and she shares ideas on how to face the many voices that make writing a challenge.

Two decades in the franchise industry having ridden the waves of all the economic events that occurred, i.e. dot-com bust and our current recession, have made Sean McGarry not only knowledgeable but extremely wise as to what works and what does not in the world of franchise. In this interview, he talks about the history of franchise and the current climate of the franchise model. Want to learn more about why and what franchises are available, or are you looking on how to market your own? This interview will provide some excellent insights.

What are the primary reasons for the rise in healthcare costs? Numerous opinions abound but one woman found something tangible that made her realize that the buck might just stop at the billing. In this interview I speak with the founder of MBA Pat Palmer about how she took an idea 15 years ago and turned it into a successful business helping people keep their own medical bills correct and in line.

We'll talk with the Browns about how they've found a niche and built a business delivering humor Jewish style.

We'll visit with Aisha about how she helps her clients and her unique connection in the community that has her cultivating business through relationships at the Des Moines, Iowa Farmer's Market.

Erik shares the story and insights he learned from interviews with businesses in the Amish community from his book "Success Made Simple. An Inside Look Into Why Amish Businesses Thrive."

We'll talk with one of the three founders behind the successful business called Surprise Industries about their unique business and the value of adding the impromptu to life. (please note! show is 45ish minutes long and I had a tech glitch at the beginning where I overlayed the exit audio. Give it a moment and the interview proceeds along spendidly. thanks!)

Mortgage Consultant Tyler Osby talks about the current state of the mortgage lending industry and how he has managed to build his business in a changed economy.

Lori shares partical tips and ideas along the way about organizing some of the problem areas in home and office. In between she relates a story of she took her strengths to create a successful business helping others be their most productive.