Getting Down to Business®

Getting Down to Business® 2 with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 8-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult. Have question call the program at 907-522-1020.

IN THE NEWSFirst HourSMALL-BUSINESS OWNER CONFIDENCE IMPROVES A BITBut is no Sign of a Surge in confidenceDave has been reporting the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) "Optimism Index" since 2009. While small business optimism increased it still remains low. Listen as Dave’s summarizes the last survey. Let us know what you think, email us @ [email protected]

Second Houra startup for when the startup money runs outSome startups are in it for the chance to become the next Apple or Google, while others wouldn’t mind getting acquired by either of those companies. Dave reports on a new startup that specializes in helping startups get bought up by the big names in Silicon Valley and beyond. Exitround is Jacob Mullins new company. Let us know what you think, email us @ [email protected]

DAVE’S THOUGHTSDave has experience putting on sporting events. While serving as a volunteer with the Alaska State Handball Associations Board of Directors Dave helped bring World Professional Handball Tournaments to Alaska. As the founder of the Alaska Wild Indoor Football team Dave lived the sports entertainment business for two seasons. Listen as Dave talks about just some of the many moving parts involved in event promotion. Have questions or comments let Dave know what you think, email him @ [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICGarry Lodoen has a sports event management company. Listen as Garry tells his business story to Dave. AlaskaFit Productions is the driving force behind the annual fall Alaska fitness Expo. His story covers more than just body building an interesting business story. Find out more by visiting AlaskaFitProductions.com.

Business Risk ManagementChris Pobieglo, Business Risk Management expert visits with Dave in this program. Listen as Chris talks about the nuts & bolts of a comprehensive small business risk management program. Visit their website for more information BusinessInsuranceAssociates.com.

Getting Down to Business® 2 with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 8-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSFirst HourECONOMIC NEWS SUMMARY FEBRUARY 2013Rock climbers enjoy living on the edge, hanging precariously above the jagged bottom far below. Their adrenaline rush may be cool for an athletic hobby, but when it comes to economics “on the edge” is not good. Listen as Dave reviews the latest economic grade from the “Getting Down to Business® eNewsletter”. Let us know what you think, email us @ [email protected]

Second HourOFFERING PERKS THAT LURE TOP TALENTSmall businesses compete for employees often with larger companies who can offer a wider array of benefits. Listen as Dave summarizes this news item with ideas on how to level the field when hiring employees. Let us know what you think, email us @ [email protected]

DAVE’S THOUGHTSListen as Dave shares his vision on Alaska’s economic outlook. Alaska is at an economic crossroads with reduced Federal Spending hitting us hard. This economic downturn can be reversed by stepped up mineral extraction. Let Dave know what you think, email him @ [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICPracticing Law has not changed significantly in hundreds of years. The internet makes it possible to significantly change the old law practice business model. Listen as local attorney Andrew Mitton, who calls himself “Alaska’s Small Business Attorney”, describes his practice called Vellum, LLC. Vellum is a hybrid between a total online service and the traditional law firm. Andrew has a great business story. Find out more by visiting Vellumllc.com.

GO IT ALONE SEGMENTGeoff Burch, Small Business Author and Expert, is traveling in the Middle East and not able to visit us today. Visit his website for more information GeoffBurch.com.

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSSmall-business owner confidence barely budgesThe New Year Begins with Low Expectation for the Future GrowthListen as Dave summarizes the results of the monthly “NFIB Small Business Optimism”. While the title contains “Optimism” the index could accurately substitute the “Pessimism” in its title. Let us know what you think, email us @ [email protected]

PROGRAM TOPICMany in Alaska needing Cancer treatment must travel outside for critical care. USMD in partnership with Alaska Urological Center are building a world-class, state-of-the-art facility in the new 188 Northern Lights building right here in Anchorage. Listen as Dave gets the story from Charles Bradford, VP of Development with USMD and Dr. William Clark with Alaska Urological Institute. This is another really interesting business story. Find out more @ USMD or AKUrology.com

MARKETING MATTERSAdrienne Wilkerson, Marketing expert compares face-to-face networking with online networking. Listen as Adrienne points out the pros and cons of both and much more. Find out more visit Beacon Media + Marketing

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSeconomic updateListen as Russell Ball provides some economic stats and a very interesting survey. This Reuters/University of Michigan survey reveals what percentage of consumers thinks the government is doing a good job. What your guess be, 20, 30 or 40 percent? Let us know what you think email us @ [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICIn the extremely crowed distillery business learn why Jeremy Loyer and his partners/investors developed Truuli Peak vodka. This is a fantastic business startup story. Find out more @ BareDistiller.com.

BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENTChris Pobieglo, Risk Management Expert, does it again. Listen as he discusses calculating the total cost of risk. This is must know information for every business owner. Find out more by visiting BusinessInsuranceAssociates.com.

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSThe worst CEO’s in 2012 + apple hit by hackers who struck FacebookListen as Chris tells us who were considered the 5 worst CEO’s and Mac computers were attached by hackers. Let us know what you think email [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICWhat might be a Monkey? Listen as Chris talks with Monica Lowman, Graphic Artist who has a company called “Might be a Monkey”. They tell the business story behind her business. Find out more @ MbaMonkey.com.

Tech TalkListen as Russell Ball, President of ACB Solutions and IT Expert talks about data backups, disaster recovery and the Cloud. Do you know the difference between “data backup” and “replication”? Russ take us through the subtle differences. Find out more by visiting ACB Solutions.

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSgaming the numbersListen as Dave suggests that politics has been played with Gross Domestic Product and that our economy may be headed for recession. There is a huge disconnect between the stock market and the U.S. economy. I’d love to hear your thoughts email [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICHow do kids learn about our Alaska’s abundant natural resources? Listen as Beki Toussaint, Education Program Manager at Alaska Resource Education tells us how they train teachers and kids. It sounds like a whole lot of fun! For more information visit AkResource.org

GO IT ALONEGeoff Burch joins Dave in a great discussion about business types. In making end tables you make end tables on your own dime or a taxi driver gets paid only when they work. Listen to Geoff’s simple explanation. Find out more by visiting GeoffBurch.com.

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWShealthcare costs, taxes worry u.s. small business mostWells Fargo/Gallup Small Business survey indicates slight uptick going from -11 to +9. Listen as Dave summarizes the results, 54% of those surveyed said Healthcare costs are their top worry. What is your top worry? I’d love to hear your thoughts email [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICGary E Schlossberg, VP and Senior Economist with Wells Capital Management is cautiously optimistic about the U.S. economy in 2013. Listen as Gary gives us the reasons for his optimism. For more information visit Wellscap.com.

MARKETING MATTERSLearn how to generate dollars from your website. Jennifer Christiansen, marketing expert with Beacon Media + Marketing gives helpful hints for improving your company’s website. For more information visit Beaconmm.com

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSOBAMACARE: WHAT SMALL BUSINESS CAN EXPECT IN 2013 and Preparing for 2014While admitting he doesn’t understand the impact of the health care laws Dave does know it will impact your business. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) produced an On-demand Webinar on Obamacare. Listen today as Dave reviews the “Glossary” of new terms from the new healthcare law. Visit NFIB for access to On-demand Webinar. How do you feel about the Obamacare? I’d love to hear your thoughts email [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICLinda Vollertsen, Founder and President of Terra Bella, Inc. visits Dave. Listen as Linda tells the story behind her 8 year old business. Linda also provides insights into how she maintains the quality look, feel & taste of her business and products. For more information visit TerraBellaCoffee.com.

TECH TALKThe word “audit” brings to my mind a painful process a kin to a modern version of medieval torture chamber. IT expert Russell Ball introduces us to a “network audit” with the disclaimer that it is painless. Listen to find out more. For more information visit AkCb.com.

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSOBAMACARE: WHAT SMALL BUSINESS CAN EXPECT IN 2013Year of Planning and Preparing for 2014While admitting he doesn’t understand the impact of the health care laws Dave does know it will impact your business. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) produced a Webinar on the topic. Listen as Dave gives you some 2013 planning tips. How do you feel about the Obamacare? I’d love to hear your thoughts email [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICJulie Saupe, President and CEO of Visit Anchorage and a frequent guest on Getting Down to Business® visits Dave today. Visit Anchorage just released the preliminary results of the 2012 visitor season. The news is great 2012 eclipsed the last banner year of 2008. Listen for the details and visit Anchorage.net

BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENTChris Pobieglo provides great practical low cost risk management solutions. Get more information from Business Insurance Associates.com

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com. Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com. Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult.

IN THE NEWSSmall-Business Owner Confidence Edges Up, BarelyOne of the lowest optimism readings in survey historyThe December 2012 “Optimism Index” was released this week. Moving up slightly over November the Index is at a recession level reading as pessimism prevails. How are you feeling about the economy? I’d love to hear your thoughts email [email protected].

PROGRAM TOPICLast week we talked with a young entrepreneur with a new business. This week Michael Gordon, President and Founder of Chilkoot Charlie’s a “Rustic Alaskan Saloon” visits with Dave. This iconic Alaskan business has been at the top of its game for over 40 years. Michael provides some real insights into his business success. This is a really great program with a cool story line. Find out more by visiting Koots.com.

GO IT ALONEGeoff Burch is hanging loose in 2013. He joins Dave to discuss his book “Self-Made Me”. Telling it like he sees it, Geoff offers his opinion on business plans. Want more information visit GeoffBurch.com.