The Age of The Customer®

Advice, information and training in the field of economics, business operations and business management.

THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® is a fundamental belief system originating with Jim Blasingame.

THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® is a line of products and services offered by Jim including a series of books, written articles and publications, and educational materials; advisory services; and consulting/training all in the field of Economics, Business Operations and Business Management.

THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® brand of written publications has been painstakingly developed by Jim Blasingame outlining his beliefs regarding the new economy. Jim is currently working on a series of THE AGE OF THE CUSTOMER® brand books summarizing his research, writings, interviews, teaching, and coaching in the fields of small business economics and business operations. Please browse the following publications to learn more about Jim's unique way of looking at the marketplace.

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Jim Blasingame compares the courage and commitment of Olympians and small business owners. » More
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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
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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
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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
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Jim Blasingame offers six easy -- and no-cost -- steps anyone can do to grow their small business through referrals. » More
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Jim Blasingame offers tips to fostering productive and innovative brainstorming sessions with your team. » More
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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
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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
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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
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Jim Blasingame offers tips to help your small business compete with both Big Box and online competitors. » More