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You of entrepreneurism, that you're inspiring other entrepreneurs? >> absolutely. i was inspired. i have a core group of other entrepreneurs who i basically is part of my board, if you would. and we likewise have inspired others to get into business and help grow their business. >> david, we were talking about that. you clearly sound like you have this kind of community. >> absolutely. i think it's important to train people, to groom them so they can grow, so that other businesses can grow and flourish in any city of america. i'm proud to say one of our small business owners that we're sort of...

Could be used for something in addition to your primary business. four, for seasonal businesses, consider ways to extend your business into the off-season. and number five, consider a refresh. if you're in a slow period, take the opportunity to look at your store design and your marketing materials. each year, the national urban league focuses on the status of america's urban and underserved communities in the state of black america report. this year's theme is about rebuilding jobs and putting urban america back to work. in their effort to help those struggling in this economy, the national...

help. that's why we're proud to present "your business" on msnbc. hi there, everyone. i'm j.j. ramburg. welcome to your business where we give you tips and advice to help your business grow. my mother started a business in her 40s. one of the reasons it was such a big success is she was a brilliant salesperson. she believed in her product and that came out when she was pitching it to people. it's that passion for your product or service that you want your sales team to have. today we meet the owner of one tech start-up who has discovered a way to recruit people who love her company...

Cincinnati. thanks for joining us, lonnie. mark, you've seen a lot of success in terms of the number of african-americans starting small businesses recently. tell me a little bit about that. >> the number of african-americans who have embraced the spirit of entrepreneurship is really increasing. i think david and lonnie are great examples of people who have really made a commitment to building small businesses. the national urban league through nine entrepreneurship centers around the nation provide support and assistance to the small business us, because we realize by helping small businesses...

Addition to your primary business. four, for seasonal businesses, consider way toeksz tend your business into the off season, and number five, consider a refresh. if you're in a slow period, take the opportunity to look at your store design and your marketing materials. >> each year the national urban league focuses on the status of america's urban and underserved communities in the state of black america report. this year's theme is about rebuilding jobs and putting urban america back to work. in their effort to help those struggling in this economy, the national urban league has provided a n...