We'll be discussing the practical wisdom of a man who was dedicated to empowering people in business, leaving behind a legacy that is timeless.

People cringe at the thought that they might become incapacitated, unable to make their own decisions about their medical care or their finances. But these things do happen, and people can protect themselves by establishing contingency plans as soon as possible.  They can ensure that their wishes will be respected even if they can no longer vocalize their thoughts.

Brad Greene, a guest on this show is an elder law lawyer who can fill us in on the details. He is a partner with BartimoleGreene in Ohio .

You have a wonderful, inventive and useful idea.  You want to patent it.  Great idea!  What is the process?  How long does it take?  What are the positives of getting a patent?  What are the negatives?  We'll ask those questions and more. 

If you are an entrepreneur, an inventor, you'll want to hear more from Leon Cooper.

The power of negotiation...we all can improve on that skill. Tali Raphaely gives some excellent perspectives so you can feel secure in your negotiation skills instead of feeling intimated, making you vulnerable to uncomfortable situations.

How can you meet business, social, and environmental needs and gain competitive advantage in this current world environment? How can we create a game plan for success?  What steps do we take? Can we make a difference with all of the confusion and conflicts currently in place?  We'll find out. Tune in and hear what Eric has to say.