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Jim Blasingame
America began with freedom, liberty was made manifest, entrepreneurship flourished, and the world is the better for it. Thank you, Founders. » More
Jim Blasingame
As the CEO of your business, if your enterprise is to survive and flourish you have to deal with each alligator that pops up. So remember, a well-nourished spirit = starved alligators = a greater c... » More
Jim Blasingame
Parental love is a paradox, simultaneously delivering the expectation of a safe harbor with the consequences of discipline. A mother’s love, both gentle and fierce, is observed in almost all animal... » More
Jim Blasingame
In a society that has any hope for the future, debate, and compromise must be the coins of the realm. But when even the most vociferous debaters can’t agree on an absolute, that puts us beyond ideo... » More
Jim Blasingame
No question, cloud computing is an example of technology increasing business efficiencies and leverage. And for small businesses, it’s been a godsend. But like all high-tech tools, there’s an assoc... » More
Jim Blasingame
If you want to be more successful, network for referrals –receiving and giving – early and often. It will make business easier and life simpler. And remember the motto of Ivan Misner, founder of BN... » More
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From “too big to fail” to the uniquely American independent community banks, the U.S. banking system has evolved to successfully fill up the vessel we call the marketplace. But not all banks are a ... » More
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As the CEO of your small business, being surprised and unprepared for the next disruption is unacceptable. Strengthen your business so it has the maximum opportunity to withstand business interrupt... » More
Jim Blasingame
Every business, including small ones, has assignments that can only be performed by the CEO. Here are tips on how to focus on the 21st-century CEO's Big Four Factors: Bricks, Clicks, People, and Ca... » More
Jim Blasingame
If you want to be close to success, you first must have customers, vendors, and employees longing to be close to you. The good news is these are all things small business owners do better than anyone. » More