Commentary by Jim Blasingame

How did the Big 3 automakers get into such a bind and what should be done about it? Jim Blasingame explains this perfect storm that the Big 3 are experiencing and what he thinks the next steps should be.

Jim Blasingame, reflects on capitalism as we have known it, today's capitalism which is currently under siege and the capitalism in our future.

The Small Business Advocate Show was launched 11 years ago on this day. Jim Blasingame reflects on the evolution of the small business landscape since his first broadcast November 17, 1997.

What will an Obama administration mean for trade and the cost of energy? Jim Blasingame talks about his thoughts on what small businesses can expect from President Obama on these issues.

Only once every four years does Jim Blasingame take political sides, but even then, it's based on his opinion for which presidential candidate would be best for small business based on issues such as taxes, tort reform, health care, unionism, etc. Listen as Jim talks about who he will vote for and why.

How do you respond to challenges? Jim Blasingame tells a story about a leader who thinks fast and learns from challenges- like many of you small business owners. »More

Surrender isn't always your only option. »More

A business cannot flourish as a democracy. »More

On the economy and survival... »More

Here are the Small Business Advocate Crystal Ball Predictions for 2008. »More