Guest List -- Sunday, March 22
Posted: Monday, March 16, 2009 4:37 PM by Andrew Littell
Small Biz Newsmakers: The Tax Debate
Will the Obama Administration's proposed tax plan provide a much-needed boost to the economy, or cripple the small business community? We'll hear from tax experts who state their claims for both sides of the discussion.
Misreading Your Customers
Running a Massachusetts restaurant has been a trial-and-error process for owners Chris DiMambro and Keith Dupuis. The pair tried to upscale their establishment in the past year, but it didn't sit too well with their customers. The Main Street Grille was a popular hangout for sports fans and local residents alike, but new menus, fresh flowers, candles and higher prices actually resulted in a loss of business. The restaurant has now returned to its roots and customers are letting Chris and Keith know they're happy with the change. It's a back to basics approach for the business.
Panelists:
--Jon Chait, Partner with Dace Ventures
--Darren Hardy, Publisher and Editorial Director of SUCCESS Magazine
Learning from the Pros: Recession Survival Tips
Rod Kurtz, Senior Editor for Inc. Magazine discusses strategies that CEO's of successful companies such as Intuit, Zappos, and Whole Foods have used to survive these difficult economic times. Find out how the strategies employed for large companies work can work for your business.
