Jim Blasingame compares the courage and commitment of Olympians and small business owners. » More

Jim Blasingame reveals why 21st century small businesses have reasons and resources to expand opportunities beyond local markets, including international trade, and specifically exporting. » More

Small business expert Jim Blasingame reveals the three most important stakeholders small business owners want to be close to, plus tips to keep them close. » More

Jim Blasingame explains the difference between a sale from which you collect payment immediately, and a sale/loan when you extend credit terms to your customer. » More

Jim Blasingame offers six easy -- and no-cost -- steps anyone can do to grow their small business through referrals. » More

Jim Blasingame offers tips to fostering productive and innovative brainstorming sessions with your team. » More

This is Jim's traditional Independence Day article on similarities between the courage of America's founding fathers and the American dream of entrepreneurship. » More

Jim Blasingame writes an open letter to President Obama disagreeing with the President's statements that the US economy is not only doing well, but Americans are better off than when he took office. » More

Being a father is a tough role with a long-term ROI. Jim Blasingame compares a father's love with the primal force of a mother's love. » More

Jim Blasingame offers tips to help your small business compete with both Big Box and online competitors. » More