The Age of The Customer®

Advice, information and training in the field of economics, business operations and business management.

THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® is a fundamental belief system originating with Jim Blasingame.

THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® is a line of products and services offered by Jim including a series of books, written articles and publications, and educational materials; advisory services; and consulting/training all in the field of Economics, Business Operations and Business Management.

THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® brand of written publications has been painstakingly developed by Jim Blasingame outlining his beliefs regarding the new economy. Jim is currently working on a series of THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® brand books summarizing his research, writings, interviews, teaching, and coaching in the fields of small business economics and business operations. Please browse the following publications to learn more about Jim's unique way of looking at the marketplace.

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A report on the likelihood of each of the two main party candidates, Clinton and Trump, to offer policies that address the big concerns of small business owners. » More
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The marketplace increasingly has more opportunities for small businesses that fill and serve niches. » More
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Jim explains the basics of the new federal Overtime Rules requirements that will take effect December 1, 2016. » More
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Establishing trust as a best practice in your small business will not only create customers for life, but also increase your bottom line. » More
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Jim reflects on the life and legacy of Arnold Palmer, both on and off the golf course. » More
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With the resources and technology available today, teleworking may be a solution for some of your employee dilemmas. » More
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Jim poses four questions small business owners should ask themselves about how they value of their intellectual property - and the future of their business. » More
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Commentary on the future of the Internet as the U.S. prepares to transfer governance of ICANN to a global, multi-stakeholder community. » More
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Jim makes the case fora national Small Business Day to honor those who represent over 98% of all U.S. businesses and produce over half of the U.S. $17 trillion GDP, AND sign the fronts of paychecks. » More
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Jim shares an interview he did recently with Alignable.com podcaster Alan Belniak on the challenges of operating a small business in the 21st century. » More