Jim Blasingame tells his annual story of one of the great moments in the annals of serendipity: Squanto, the Mayflower pilgrims, and how the two working together set history on an important path. » More

Jim Blasingame reports on the origins of Veterans Day as it changed from Armistice Day and a poignant and practical way to define a veteran. » More

Mining for gold in the marketplace? You may find it in the unlikeliest of places. It’s in the head of your prospect and, if mined properly, will come right out of their mouth. » More

Need a business loan? To improve your chances of approval, do your homework and arm yourself with the answers to these three questions. » More

Small business expert Jim Blasingame reveals three questions to ask before you approach your lender. » More

Small business expert Jim Blasingame reminds small business owners that the best way to make the world a better place is to advocate for our businesses first. » More

Small business expert Jim Blasingame explains that negotiating is a process of communication and offers three questions you should ask yourself before any negotiation. » More

Small business expert, Jim Blasingame, discusses America's small business segments including how they rank by number of employees, type of business and how they think about growth. » More

Small business expert, Jim Blasingame, remembers the Financial Crisis of 2008 and warns that, regarding another global financial crisis, it's not if, but when. Forewarned is forearmed. Prepare your... » More

Small business expert, Jim Blasingame, reminds you that if you want to connect with customers competitively – and stay connected – you have to produce more written words than ever before. But not j... » More