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This weekend in America, as we partake of the quiet enjoyment of liberty – amidst the picnics and other gatherings, each one conducted with the unspoken expectation of safety and rights as citizens... » More
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For at least the past decade, Jim has pointed out that America is at war with determined enemies who are illegally invading across our open southern border - not just from those areas south of our ... » More
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The U.S. Constitution was conceived and codified by what surely must be the preeminent of all genius clusters: our Founding Fathers. And for 236 years, their genius continues to transcend time and ... » More
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Even balanced against the amazing benefits, humans continue to be unsettled about the unabating digital disturbances coming at them from all quadrants. » More
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If you want to be more successful, network for referrals –receiving and giving – early and often. It will make business easier and life simpler. And remember the motto of Ivan Misner, founder of BN... » More
Bill Dunkelberg
Bill Dunkelberg, NFIB Chief Economist, reports, "Small busnenss owners are cynical about future economic conditions. Hiring plans fell to their lowest level since May 2020, but strong consumer spen... » More
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From “too big to fail” to the uniquely American independent community banks, the U.S. banking system has evolved to successfully fill up the vessel we call the marketplace. But not all banks are a ... » More
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As the CEO of your small business, being surprised and unprepared for the next disruption is unacceptable. Strengthen your business so it has the maximum opportunity to withstand business interrupt... » More
Jim Blasingame
Every business, including small ones, has assignments that can only be performed by the CEO. Here are tips on how to focus on the 21st-century CEO's Big Four Factors: Bricks, Clicks, People, and Ca... » More
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If you want to be close to success, you first must have customers, vendors, and employees longing to be close to you. The good news is these are all things small business owners do better than anyone. » More