When customers are empowered, businesses are disrupted and barbells are likely. » More

Networking is the professional version of the gregariousness of humans – we just like doing it. Done right, networking is a commitment to what’s best for the person on the other side of the handsha... » More

Quality service can create a hit to cash flow so quickly it’ll take your breath away: “OMG! Get out there and fix this!” Lots of drama. A quality process is commitment to profitability, requiring d... » More

<p>A lot has been written about fake news&nbsp;and the problems associated with it. Many pundits have suggested ways to combat the problem ...</["p"]> » More

With 9 of the top 10 small business concerns associated with the government, members of all three parties -- Democrats, Republicans and Trumpicans -- now know where to start to help small businesses. » More

Small businesses will receive four letters from their corporate customers – two that have been sent and two that will be. Set yourself up for success by taking action now. » More

Bill Dunkelberg, Chief Economist of the NFIB, reports in December 2016, small business optimism rocketed to its highest level since 2004, with high numbers expecting better business conditions. » More

Jim makes his predictions for 2017. Pay attention -- he's been making annual predictions for 16 years and his overall record is 73%! » More

Jim Blasingame offers evidence to defend himself as a self-described scrooge, why this is the case, and what we all should do to extend the holiday spirit of giving year-round. » More

Jim Blasingame reflects on his 2016 predictions. » More