Bill Dunkelberg, NFIB reports the Index of Small Business Optimism made a substantial gain in November to just above the 42-year average. » More

Small business advocate, Jim Blasingame, talks three critical disciplines to help entrepreneurs prepare for the 21st century. » More

Jim Blasingame, the small business advocate, gives five tips for you to start this month working on the New Year. » More

Reasons why small business falls under the radar with the president. What small business owners can do to get involved with politics. » More

Leading sales trainer, researcher and CEO of Hoffeld Group, David Hoffeld, has the answer. Blending cutting-edge research in social psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics, The Science o... » More

A reflection on what it means to be truly thankful. » More

How one person, choosing to do good, can make a difference in the lives of many: a reflection on cause and effect for Thanksgiving. » More

Can you operate a business that you have the entrepreneurial vision to create? Here are five areas that are critical to your operating success. » More

The fourth quarter of 2016 looks to be weaker as prospects for a “civil” relationship between the Democrats and the Republicans fade regardless of who wins the election. » More

The last quarter of the year is packed with activities for a small business owner, including year-end planning and budgeting for next year. One more task is deciding on health coverage: selecting t... » More