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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Investors and job creators of all shapes and sizes are all dressed up, looking for a place to go. We’re thinking economic expansion, but unfortunately, what happens next is not up to us. » More
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When customers are empowered, businesses are disrupted and barbells are likely. » More
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Networking is the professional version of the gregariousness of humans – we just like doing it. Done right, networking is a commitment to what’s best for the person on the other side of the handsha... » More
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Quality service can create a hit to cash flow so quickly it’ll take your breath away: “OMG! Get out there and fix this!” Lots of drama. A quality process is commitment to profitability, requiring d... » More
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With 9 of the top 10 small business concerns associated with the government, members of all three parties -- Democrats, Republicans and Trumpicans -- now know where to start to help small businesses. » More
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Small businesses will receive four letters from their corporate customers – two that have been sent and two that will be. Set yourself up for success by taking action now. » More
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Jim makes his predictions for 2017. Pay attention -- he's been making annual predictions for 16 years and his overall record is 73%! » More
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Jim Blasingame offers evidence to defend himself as a self-described scrooge, why this is the case, and what we all should do to extend the holiday spirit of giving year-round. » More
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Jim Blasingame, the small business advocate, gives five tips for you to start this month working on the New Year. » More
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Can you operate a business that you have the entrepreneurial vision to create? Here are five areas that are critical to your operating success. » More