Business
Business Language & Human Resources [FUNNY]
Aug 15th
My dad often forwards me emails that contain jokes, riddles, hot chicks, and twists on corporate office life… The following is an example of a funny note that may or may not be real, but supposedly was sent out to employees of a company who apparently had a cussing issue. Business language & what Human Resources has More >
So You Want To Start A Website
(and get rich)?
Jun 21st
If I had a nickel for every time I’ve heard an idea for a business or website… I’d probably have somewhere around $5.75. I’m not sure if that was a joke or the truth.. whatever… Seriously though, there are a couple important philosophies to follow when starting a website or a business: Quick note: Only More >
The 4 Logical Reasons That
Make Software Businesses AWESOME
Mar 28th
I recently learned about this company called Social Solutions. They make their money by selling a software to non profit companies. Learning about their business model made me think about how profitable software companies must be… check out the “thought flow” I had (below). Here are the reasons why software is awesome, written from a More >
I Like Meetup.com
Jan 11th
It’s kind of just like another social media site, complete with profiles, commenting, and event scheduling. The main difference is that Meetup focuses on the niche — both topically and geographically. Users can create “meet up groups” and invite those who are interested in certain topics to join. The creator of the group is then More >
How To: Become A Better Manager
Dec 13th
Business. What do you think of when you hear that word? Money/Accounting/Finance), Systems/Operations, People/HR … Sales/Marketing, meals & entertainment , people in suits, etc… What do you think of when you hear the word “Business“? (comment below) Let’s Talk About People I recently read this book “First, Break All The Rules” by Marcus Buckinham & More >
I Will Always Get Custom Made Clothes & Suits
Jun 10th
Eric Finn Custom Clothiers came by today to do the final fitting of my custom tailored suit.. IT LOOKS AMAZING! Guess I should have taken a picture of it while the suit was on me, but it was chalked up in a couple places to go back to get tailored a little more.. just so More >
Inspiration Is Perishable – Thanks 37Signals
May 25th
Just finished reading the book ReWork by Jason Fried and David Hansson, founders of 37Signals (makers of awesome small business software such as BaseCampHQ) Awesome guys.. pure awesome. I’m a raving fan. What I really like is the short sections that touch on the most important aspects of the chapter they are contained within. For More >
How To: Add 3 Months To Your Year
Apr 1st
Would you like to get 15 months worth of stuff done in only 12 months? Let me explain how I’m planning on adding 3 months of productivity to my year.. Assume you wake up and start working (productively) at 9am.. and like everyone else, your productivity starts to fade when 5pm starts to roll around. More >
Chamber of Commerce & Tech Council Networking WORKS!
Mar 1st
My company (WebMechanix) is part of several different chambers of commerce and tech councils. We joined these organizations for several reasons: To get our name out there Benefit from the resources available to members Make new connections within our community Give back to the community with volunteer and pro-bono work Learn from seminars put on by the More >
What If Everything Was Like A Buiness Transaction?
Feb 18th
Could you imagine!? If not.. think of it this way… Business transactions are based on facts, science, numbers, legalities, etc.. there is rarely too much emotion that goes into a business decision.. Whereas on the other hand, personal decisions usually have more emotion or feelings involved. Here is an example: Say you’re dating a girl.. and More >
