The 18th-century Irish philosopher, Edmund Burke said, "All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing." In a post-9-11 world, there is no greater army of good people than ... » More

Jim Blasingame reports on the fact that small businesses represent 98% of all U.S. exporters, and discusses the results of two polls regarding the impact the Trump trade/tariff strategy is having o... » More

Once, small business growth meant expanding across town. But new technologies and demographic shifts have made expanding outside America’s four walls increasingly compelling. » 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

Jim Blasingame explains how barter could help your small business grow. » More

Doug Barry writes about exporting to the fullest potential of your small business. » More

Jim Blasingame writes on exporting at a global level and two government organizations that can help you develop an export strategy and make the most of it. » More

Jim Blasingame writes on how to recognize the potential for your small business to expand to serve the globe. » More

The United States is in a position in which exports must be increased in order to have a globally competitive economy. Doug Barry writes about several resources to help boost your potential to sust... » More

Several times a year, UPS sales people attend a training course from trade specialists from the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service. Doug Barry gives you a little insight on those meetings. » More