ECONOMIC UPDATE

PROGRAM TOPIC Jon Snare returns to discuss the economy with Dave.  Listen as Jon describes where we are at economically and his insights into where we are headed.  Great look into the background of a small business startup.  For more visit www.Wellsfargo.com. EMPIRE OF WEALTH Matthias Baldwin Locomotive Builder (1795-1866) How did a successful jewelry and silverware smith become an impact player in the railroad business?  Baldwin turned a hobby into a major manufacturer of railroad locomotives.  Listen as Dave tells Baldwin’s entrepreneurial story.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB. Biz. IN THE NEWS Small-Business Confidence Sputters, AgainAfter Gains in April and May, Index “Gives Up” in JuneSmall-business optimism remained in tepid territory in June as NFIB’s monthly economic Index dropped just under a point (0.9) and landed at 93.5, effectively ending any hope of a revival in confidence among job creators.  Listen as Dave reviews NFIB’s “Small Business Optimism Index”.  Link to the National Federation of Independent Business’s article visit Getting Down to Business® on Facebook. BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT Chris Pobieglo, risk management expert, discusses “Price vs. Coverage” when looking for business insurance coverage.  For more information visit www.BusinessInsuranceAssociates.com. LISTEN EVERY SATURDAYS Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt show Saturday’s 8-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream:www.foxnewskoan.com In Anchorage, Alaska.  In Spokane, Washington listens to MoneyTalk 1230 AM KSBN from 9-11 am.  Like us on Facebook, join me on LinkedIn or follow us on Twitter at Waconsult.