There are three management disciplines that have a heightened level of importance for success in the 21st century. Jim Blasingame joins you to discuss these disciplines. » More

Taxpayers, including small business owners and investors, are wondering what exactly is going to happen on the tax front. Ray Keating provides the details. » More

Small businesses may be saying their business plan everyday and not even realizing it. Jim Blasingame tells us how we can get that plan to paper and how to use it. » More

If you've never asked a banker for a long, you've got some homework to do first. Jim Blasingame gives us some tips on how to get a bank loan. » More

In the post-financial-crisis world, small business owners view commercial financing in a completely different light and factoring has re-emerged as a means to get working capital finance. » More

If your small business needs capital but you’ve been discouraged from seeking financing by the media coverage of the supposed credit crunch, don’t be dismayed. There may be options available to you... » More

Here are some financing alternatives in today’s tough credit environment, such as asset-based lending. Tracy Eden gives the details. » More

Does your banker speak small business, and does your small business speak banker? Jim Blasingame explains why you both should speak each other's language. » More

Here is a recap of Jim Blasingame's 2008 Small Business Advocate Crystal Ball Predictions, what actually happened and his score. » More

Is your small business ready to bring in outside capital? Marsha Firestone offers some insight on what Angels and Venture Capitalists seek, and she tells small businesses who should be on your mana... » More