Tag Archive | "economic crisis"

The Death of Capitalism

Friday, February 20, 2009

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If you dont know about Jim Blasingame, award winning small business advocate, coach, brain trust leader and radio host, you should (see link at end of this post). Jim’s commentary always helps business owners and his questions always push my thinking. He asked me this morning if I were worried about the death of capitalism. […]

You Bet Your Life — Insurance Companies Proposal Voted Down

Friday, January 30, 2009

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Got any idea of how we got into the financial crisis we are in? Understand that extreme leverage (too much debt compared with equity to back it up) is a key contributor to the economic disaster? Remember how much “insurance” was written by AIG without capital reserves? Then you will be pleased that the association […]

We’re Back! And the Outlook Hasn’t Changed.

Monday, January 26, 2009

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We took a hiatus from the blogosphere, but we are back. There is simply too much that demands comment and too much to share from our frequent conversations with business owners and CEOs. It is still not clear to my community that the stimulus package will stimulate any time soon. After our monthly group meeting […]

Survival in Tough Times: Small Business Advo cate

Saturday, December 27, 2008

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For a few years now, Jim Blasingame and I have shared stories, insights and practical suggestions for survival of small business in tough times. He should be your fave for an unlimited supply of helpful ideas for your business. Go to: http://blog.smallbusinessadvocate.com/management-fundamentals/small-business-economic-challenges and also to the home page of smallbusinessadvocate.com Please let me know how […]

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