Jim Blasingame

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What would be a good title for a small business movie? Jim Blasingame talks about some of the titles that would work for a small business movie, like "In Harm's Way!" and "Against All Odds."
What would happen if any of your key employees were lured away? Jim Blasingame talks about "fear-based loyalty" during high unemployment and why you have to show your key folks how much they're valued before someone else does.
In the 21st century, customers have many connection options. Jim Blasingame talks about the challenges and complexity of finding and keeping customers in The Age of the Customer™.
Are you in danger of becoming irrelevant? Jim Blasingame tells a story about how in one moment, one company practiced The Age of the Customer™ sales strategy and another became irrelevant and never knew it.
What happens when union expectations conflict with reality? Jim Blasingame talks about the conflicts being waged within state governments about how to reconcile 20th century compensation promises with 21st century economic reality.
Have you had the "power of attorney" conversation with your family? Jim Blasingame talks about why you should have a conversation with family about power of attorney before you need it.
A business plan is important, but planning is essential. Jim Blasingame talks about the difference in business plans and business planning, plus specific planning activities that will help you operate your small business more successfully.
It’s okay to fall in love with what you do, but not with how you do it. Jim Blasingame talks about business paradigm shifts of the 21st century and offers insight into why you should lead change, not just manage it.
How do you reach your customers as a wordsmith? Jim Blasingame talks about being authentic through the written word to deliver your voice, your vision, and your values to your customers to differentiate you from the rest.
How should the U.S. resolve deficit spending? Jim Blasingame talks about deficit spending and paying for 20th century commitments in the 21st century and why the United States needs to make the decision to stop borrowing.