November 22: Next time, a couple down to their final $18,000 decides to risk it all. Find out why their business is now booming. (MSNBC)

Nov. 22: Entrepreneurs are looking every which way these days to try to find funding for their businesses. Some are getting more creative then others. Meet one business owner who decided to get his customers involved. (MSNBC)

Nov. 22: You say you can't afford year-end bonuses for your employees? Barbara Kurka, the senior vice-president of human resources for the Katz Media Group, has some creative ways to reward your staff this holiday season. (MSNBC)

Nov. 22: There's an IPhone application for just about everything these days, including some to help you run your small business. Dan Ackerman, senior editor at CNET.com, tells us about some of the best mobile phone programs to keep your company up and running even when you're not in the office.  (MSNBC)

Nov. 22: Kimberly Weisul, editor of BusinessWeek SmallBiz, and Jerry Silberman, founder and CEO of Corporate Turnaroud, answer viewer questions about putting your product to federal or local officials and trying to decide whether or not it's time to close one of your two businesses. (MSNBC)

Nov. 22: A group of small business owners met in Washington this week to talk to Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner, SBA Administrator Karen Mills and congressional leaders about helping entrepreneurs stay afloat. Kevin Galvin, owner of Connecticut Commercial Maintenance, attended the meeting and tells us what was discussed. (MSNBC)

Nov. 19: James Barrood, Executive Director of the Rothman Institute of Entrepreneurial Studies at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and Harleen Kahlon, General Manager of the personal finance division at TheStreet.com provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

Nov. 15: Jennifer Hill, vice-president of Astia, and Lawrence Gelburd, instructor at the Wharton School, answer viewer questions about evaluating the effectiveness of your marketing strategy and how to get rid of a board member who may not be giving you the best advice. (MSNBC)

Nov. 22: Next week, find out how one entrepreneur is getting loyal customers to buy into his business. His "comfort dollars" are helping add some cushion to his balance sheet. (MSNBC)

Nov. 15: Are you a leading company or a company that leads? Simon Sinek, author of the new book "Start with Why," says some entrepreneurs may be surprised to find out there's a difference.  (MSNBC)

November 15: She's an entrepreneur whose influence extends into many aspects of daily life. From food to furniture and TV too, B. Smith shares her tips for making any business a success. (MSNBC)

Nov. 15: Imagine losing your job and weeks later launching a business of your own. Meet one man who turned a professional setback into his own checkered flag. (MSNBC)

November 11: Jason Fried, co-founder and President of 37signals, a Chicago-based business that creates software applications for small businesses, discusses when a small business should offer freebies and when they should be charging a fee for their services.  (MSNBC)

Nov. 15: Next week, he's worked for some of NASCAR's biggest names, but now one entrepreneur has a team of his own. Find out how he's running his business and doing it all on a budget. (MSNBC)

Nov. 8: Moms and dads, listen up! There's a new product on the market to help keep your baby's car seat clean. Katie Danziger of Nomie Baby finds out if our panel goes "ga ga" over her pitch. (MSNBC)

Nov. 8: A new documentary is out about the lives of students from low-income areas who are learning what it takes to be an entrepreneur. The unique, school-based program allows students to pitch business plans and more! Mary Mazzio, director & producer of "Ten9Eight," and Rahfeal Gordon, one of the students featured in the film, talk about the movie and the impact the program is having on young people's lives. (MSNBC)

Nov. 8: Colleen DeBaise, small business editor at the Wall Street Journal, and Michael Goldberg, managing partner with Bridge Investment Fund and adjunct professor of banking and finance at Case Western Reserve University, answer viewer questions about the best way to make cuts and how to keep a happy home life while running a business. (MSNBC)

Nov. 8: If certain state and federal lawmakers have their way, some business owners could be forced to pay their employees for sick days. With concerns about swine flu, entrepreneurs are examining their books to see if they can handle such payments. Karen Harned, the executive director of the NFIB Small Business Legal Center, and Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Association, talk about the consequences of the proposed mandate. (MSNBC)

0Nov. 8: Some entrepreneurs have found that landing an SBA loan isn't easy, especially not in these economic times. One Salt Lake City business owner beat those odds though. He landed a loan and his dream of being his own boss became a reality. (MSNBC)

Nov. 8: Next week, meet one entrepreneur who went from employee to business owner. He was able to buy his own nursing home after landing an SBA loan. (MSNBC)

Nov. 1: Just how important of a role do community banks play in the economy? Paul Merski, senior vice president and chief economist for the Independent Community Banks of America, joins panelists Norm Brodsky and Susan Steinbrecher to talk about these regional entities and why they may be a better source of funding. (MSNBC)

Nov. 1: Susan Steinbrecher, founder and CEO of management consulting firm Steinbrecher and Associates, and Norm Brodsky, Inc. magazine columnist, answer viewer questions about maintaining employee morale in an economic downturn and trying to get past gatekeepers to market your business. (MSNBC)

Nov. 1: Easing the credit crunch for small business owners was still at the top of the White House priority list this week. President Obama met with entrepreneurs to find how what they think of his proposals. SBA Administrator Karen Mills talks about the government's plans for SBA loans, giving community banks access to more funding and healthcare. (MSNBC)

Nov. 1: Community banks could benefit from the Obama administration's proposal to help small businesses by giving them access to additional funding. For some entrepreneurs, having a long-standing relationship with their community bank has been a matter of survival. (MSNBC)

October 28: Rod Kurtz, senior editor for Inc. Magazine, and Divya Gugnani, CEO of Behind the Burner, provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

Nov. 1: Next week, community banks could soon be getting help through a new Obama Administration proposal. Find out how two businesses are surviving thanks to funding from their local bank. (MSNBC)

October 25: Your votes have been counted! The winner of the Shine A Light Inspirational Business Contest is now official! See how one entrepreneur and his employees are changing lives everyday through technology. (MSNBC)

October 25: Robert Walsh, the commissioner of the New York City Department of Small Business Services, and Harleen Kahlon, a general manager at TheSteet.com, answer viewer questions about how to handle late payments in the economic downturn and whether to ask for money from one angel investor or appeal to many of them. (MSNBC)

October 25: President Obama has announced a new plan designed to make it easier for small business owners to access funding for their businesses. Robert Walsh, the commissioner of the New York City Department of Small Business Services, and Harleen Kahlon, a general manager at TheStreet.com, discuss whether or not the plan will provide some much-needed relief. (MSNBC)

October 25:  Two entrepreneurs are giving their college-age employees a few life lessons outside the classroom. Find out how they're helping "College Hunks Hauling Junk" become the next generation of leaders. (MSNBC)

October 21: If you're spending time and money creating marketing materials, you want to be sure that they're effective. Joy Gendusa, CEO of PostcardMania, a direct mail marketing company is here to provide some design tips.  (MSNBC)

October 25: Next week, meet two entrepreneurs who want to empower and educate their employees. These "College Hunks Hauling Junk" are learning some valuable real-life lessons along the way. (MSNBC)

October 18: One entrepreneur wants our panelists to see the light! Watch as Russell Smith tries to convince them that the future is bright for his GlareZapper. (MSNBC)

October 18: It's a lesson in marketing to the masses! We introduce you to one entrepreneur as she attempts to turn her creation into the next "As Seen on TV" infomercial success.  (MSNBC)

October 18: The credit crunch is still a major obstacle for many small business owners. George Cloutier, CEO of American Management Services and author of the new book "Profits Aren't Everything, They're the Only Thing," and Todd McCracken, president of the National Small Business Association, tell us if there's any relief on the way. (MSNBC)

October 18: Divya Gugnani, a former venture capitalist and CEO of the website Behind the Burner, and Allan Grafman, the CEO of All Media Ventures, answer viewer questions about the best address to use for your business and whether or not to work with family especially when a relative wants to invest. (MSNBC)

October 14: Kimberly Weisul, editor of BusinessWeek Small Biz Magazine, and Susan Steinbrecher, founder and CEO of the management consulting firm Steinbrecher and Associates, provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

October 18: Next week, meet the creator of the "Clever Clip" and find out what it's like to try to turn her product into the next infomercial phenomenon. (MSNBC)

October 11: One entrepreneur is hoping our panel doesn’t give him the shaft. Watch as Bill Scott tries to convince them that his home elevator business is only going in one direction - up! (MSNBC)

October 11: There may be more government contracts available to small businesses than some entrepreneurs realize. Joseph Jordan with the Small Business Administration talks about how small business owners can get in the system to potentially land a federal deal. (MSNBC)

October 11: Jerry Silberman, founder and CEO of Corporate Turnaround and co-author of "Small Business Survival Book," and Phil Town, an investor and author of the book "Rule #1," answer viewer questions about how often to send newsletters to customers and how to make the perfect customer service call. (MSNBC)

October 11: A designer makes some stylish clothes out of discarded umbrellas, but her business has hit some stormy times. She gives clients new looks all the time, but now, she's getting a makeover of her own! (MSNBC)

October 7: Jeffrey Allen, founder of PlacementLaw.com, and author of "Instant Interviews: 101 Ways to Get the Best Job of Your Life," provides tips on how businesses can hire and downsize at the same time.  (MSNBC)

October 4:  Next week, she makes designer clothes from used material like umbrellas, but she’s having trouble taking her business to the next level.  Our panel of experts will do their makeover magic and get this business on its feet. (MSNBC)

October 4:  NBC Universal and American Express have joined together to “Shine A Light” on America’s small businesses.  America has nominated it’s most inspirational small businesses and now its down to three finalists: Happy Baby, Sacred Wind Communications and Beacon Paint & Hardware.  We want you to choose the winner!  Go to NBC.com/shinealight.  There you can read all about the final 3 businesses.  The winner will be receiving a $100,000 in grant money and marketing support.   (MSNBC)

Over the last 20 years, Colin Angle has turned his passion for robotics into a multi-faceted business.  Angle is the co-founder and CEO of I-Robot, manufacturers of a variety of robots, including the Roomba, that can do everything from vacuum your living room floor to assist soldiers around the world in dangerous military operations.  We sat down with Colin to find out how he turned his idea from a thesis project at MIT into a business with more than 300 million in sales last year.   (MSNBC)

October 4: Ari Weinzweig, Co-Founder of the Zingerman’s Community of Businesses in Ann Arbor, Michigan and Rod Kurtz, Senior Editor at Inc. Magazine answer viewer questions about places to save money when your overhead is already low and hiring a Chief Marketing Officer that fits well within a unique company culture. (MSNBC)

October 4: Jack Stack, author and contributing editor to Inc. Magazine and the father of open book management, and Norm Brodsky, Inc. Magazine columnist and co-author of "The Knack," discuss the pros and cons of open book management.  (MSNBC)

October 4: One controversial topic up for discussion at the event is open book management. Open book management is a management style which encourages sharing the company's financials with the entire staff. Some entrepreneurs frown upon it, but the owners of this architectural firm have found this management style has changed their business for the better.  (MSNBC)

October 4: Secretary of Commerce, Gary Locke came to the Inc. 500 conference to announce the new Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.  He talks with us about leveraging the power of the government to help America’s small businesses. (MSNBC)

September 30: Steven Little, speaker, consultant and author of "Duck and Recover: The Embattled Business Owner's Guide to Survival and Growth," provides tips on how to create an advisory board to tackle the tough issues that business owners face.  (MSNBC)

September 30: Jennifer Hill, Vice President of Astia, a group dedicated to helping female entrepreneurs, and Craig Leshen, founder and President of Outsourced Ad Ops, provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

September 20: To survive in this difficult economy, small business owners have to be prepared to adapt their business model and use every resource at their disposal. Today we meet two entrepreneurs who did just that. They found the answer to bringing in new business was lying right on the floor of their woodshop. (MSNBC)

September 20: Dealing with the legal issues surrounding a company can be a headache. Most of us don’t have legal degrees and frankly aren’t that familiar with the terms and the costs and benefits of the different legal decisions we make. And that’s where lawyers come in. Michael Chasalow, Director of the USC Small Business Clinic talks to us about some common legal blunders that can easily be avoided. (MSNBC)

September 20: Jeffrey Carr, is the Executive Director of the Stern Berkley Center for Entrepreneurial Studies, and Gene Marks is the President of The Marks Group and is a small business columnist. They answer viewer questions about staying positive in this weak economy and utilizing social media like Facebook and Twitter. (MSNBC)

September 20: Love to play golf but hate dealing with snooty courses and unavailable tee times? Thomas Speare, President of Heirloom Sports hopes to score a hole in one with his unique backyard golf concept.  (MSNBC)

October 4: Next time, we come to you from the annual Inc. 500 small business conference just outside Washington D.C. We’ll talk to those honored as America’s Top Small Businesses and get advice from successful entrepreneurs. One of the big topics of discussion there will be open book management. We’ll look at one company who is making that concept work for both the owners and their employees. (MSNBC)

September 16: Paul Lewis, a serial entrepreneur who has founded five companies, and Susan Wilson Solovic, founder and CEO of SBTV.com, provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

Sept. 20: Next week, meet a small business owner who has overhauled his business model and gave his company the boost it needed to survive. (MSNBC)

Sept. 30: Small business owners aren't the only ones feeling the pinch in this recession. Their clients are too. Meet one entrepreneur who's wheeling and dealing with his customers so they don't have to "sweat" the small stuff. (MSNBC)

Sept. 13: Susan Wilson-Solovic, the founder and CEO of SBTV.com, and Paul Lewis, a serial entrepreneur who has founded five small businesses, answer viewer questions about protecting confidential information from former employees and how long is too long for a vacation. (MSNBC)

Sept. 13: Many small business owners are keeping a close eye on developments in the fight over health care reform. Senator Mary Landrieu, a Democrat from Louisiana and the chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, talks about a possible plan and how entrepreneurs and their employees could benefit. (MSNBC)

Aug. 30: Dirt and grime got you down? Douglas Krentz thinks he has the ideal product to clean up the problem. (MSNBC)

Sept. 6: "Your Business" viewers get knowledge about marketing questions from a panel of experts including return on investment. (MSNBC)

Sept. 6: Various experts tell "Your Business" cost-effective tips for connecting with customers. (MSNBC)

Sept. 6: An entrepreneur sells "Your Business" on her fashionable line of laptop carrying cases. (MSNBC)

Sept. 6: Meet Schlumpy, an 8-foot ball of plastic shopping bags that Blue Avocado uses to sell it's line of shopping bags. (MSNBC)

July 6: Newsletters and bulk mailings can be a cost-effective way to connect, but only if they're done right. (MSNBC)

Aug. 30: A panel of "Your Business" experts take questions from real-life entrepreneurs. (MSNBC)

Aug. 30: "Your Business" finds inspiration in the tale of one entrepreneur who turned losing her hair in a battle with cancer into a profitable venture. (MSNBC)

Aug. 30: "Your Business" talks with an official with the Main Street Alliance about the potential good, and bad, of reform. (MSNBC)

Aug. 30: "Your Business" meets with a woman who runs a livestock enterprise after taking the reins from her father. (MSNBC)

August 26: Steve Strauss, small business columnist for USA Today, and Scott Reordon, founder and general partner of Dakota Ventures, provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

August 26: Rieva Lesonsky, CEO of SMB Connects, and Michael Port, author of "The Think Big Manifesto: Think You Can't Change Your Life (and the World)? Think Again," test their knowledge in our small biz quiz.   (MSNBC)

August 30: Next week, the challenge of passing a family business onto the next generation. How one woman takes the reins of her father's business. (MSNBC)

August 23: With many retailers closing their doors, some small businesses are "popping up" in otherwise empty spaces. Could a short-term lease be the best move for your bottom line? (MSNBC)

August 23: What's the best way to get trade show participants to remember you and your business? Give away free stuff of course! Richard Fairfield, publisher of ASI, shows you some of the best ways to get the word out. (MSNBC)

August 23: NBC Universal and American Express have joined forces to "Shine a Light" on American small businesses. Find out how you can nominate a business that you treasure. (MSNBC)

August 23: James Barrood, of the Rothman Institute of Entrepreneurial Studies, and Harleen Kahlon, of TheStreet.com, answer viewer questions about some of the best ways to find funding during the recession. (MSNBC)

August 16: Phil Town, an investment advisor and author of "Rule #1," and Lawrence Gelburd, instructor at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, answer viewer questions about taking your business to the next level and using search engines to your advantage. (MSNBC)

August 16: What's the best phone to fit your small business needs? Sascha Segan, managing editor for mobile at PC Magazine, shares a few of his favorites. (MSNBC)

August 16: A reputation for perfection has translated into major success for a man who had no intention of even starting a business. 45 years later, Vic Firth is on a roll! (MSNBC)

August 23: Next week, the newest trend in retail is "popping up" around the country. Creating a little buzz for your business on a budget! (MSNBC)

August 12: Erica Duignan-Minnihan, CEO of Minnihan Consulting, and John Jantsch, author of "Duct Tape Marketing: The World's Most Practical Small Business Marketing Guide," provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

August 9: Having a great idea is key to starting a business, but how do you protect the idea once you get started? Meet two entrepreneurs who have taken on pirates and are beating them at their own game.  (MSNBC)

August 16: Next week, drum roll please! How one entrepreneur is "drumming up" business built on a reputation for perfection.  (MSNBC)

August 9: Dylan Lauren is hitting a sweet spot with children and adults alike after starting the world's largest candy store. The daughter of legendary fashion designer Ralph Lauren talks about leadership, following your gut and branding your business.  (MSNBC)

August 9: In the need of some barbecue sauce to spice up your summer? Jim Barbour, the CEO of FunniBonz Barbeque Sauce, believes he has the perfect product to make mouths water.  (MSNBC)

August 9: Divya Gugnani, the CEO of Behind the Burner, and Rod Kurtz, senior editor for Inc. Magazine, answer viewer questions about the best way to find good employees and the truth about trademarks.  (MSNBC)

Aug. 2: It's clear a company's name is important, but just how important is it? For one company, a name change has meant a major upswing in sales and attitude.  (MSNBC)

August 2: As the debate over health care reform continues on Capitol Hill, Congressman Sam Graves, a Republican from Missouri and ranking member on the House Small Business Committee, talks about the possible effect on small businesses.  (MSNBC)

August 2: Jennifer Hill, vice-president of Astia, and Craig Leshen, the president and founder of Outsourced Ad Ops, answer viewer questions about the validity of verbal agreements and whether or not to launch new products in a recession.  (MSNBC)

August 2: Many women agree that it's hard to find a bathing suit that looks good, but Aerin Kwait-Taubin, the founder of Aerin Rose Swimwear, may have a solution with her fitted swimsuit line. Let's hit the beach!  (MSNBC)

August 2: One of the best ways to inspire your team and promote growth is through the often dreaded employee review. Kim Zoller, the president and founder of Image Dynamics, has some tips on making every review effective.  (MSNBC)

Aug. 9: Next week, most entrepreneurs would sue if a pirate ripped off their intellectual property, but one small business has figured out how to beat pirates at their own game.  (MSNBC)

July 29: Matthew Weiss, President of the New York chapter of The Entrepreneurs' Organization, and Kimberly Weisul, editor of BusinessWeek SmallBiz, provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

July 29: Matthew Weiss, President of the New York chapter of The Entrepreneurs' Organization, and Kimberly Weisul, editor of BusinessWeek SmallBiz, provide their secrets to entrepreneurial success.  (MSNBC)

July 19: Many entrepreneurs have come up with creative ways to ensure their survival. The owners of one Pennsylvania dry cleaner turned to their customers and offered them deals they simply couldn't refuse.  (MSNBC)

July 19: Barbara Weltman, the writer of the email newsletter "Big Ideas for Small Business" and Steven Little, author of the book "Duck and Recover" answer viewer questions about job-sharing and the best way to find a manufacturer to produce your product.  (MSNBC)

July 19: Strong leadership is critical to the success of any business. Robert Kaplan with the Harvard Business School has some tips to help you lead your company to growth.  (MSNBC)