Friday at last, and with it some food-related thinking. There’s a new study out from the Harris folks which, in their words says that
Amateur chef shows abound and huge numbers watch, thinking – “Wow that looks easy. I could probably do that as well.” But how many Americans actually watch these programs? And just who are there favorite TV chefs?
I think the results give us a business thought as well. But then again, don’t I always find those thoughts in weird places? Continue reading
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Ah, the wonders of snail mail. Seems to me that the only stuff that arrives in the non-electronic mailbox these days is magazines, bills, and junk. Oh sure, the occasional birthday or holiday card at the appropriate times of the year, but mostly it’s crap or bills.
That’s why it was pretty obvious that since the official looking “Refinance Notice” from the US Fannie Mae Relief Program wasn’t a bill, it was probably junk, at least to my eyes. The problem is that neither you or I, who wouldn’t be fooled by this, are there to explain it to the folks who won’t know any better. So let’s ask a business question. Continue reading
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By the middle of the week I think we’re all a little stressed so I thought I’d head for something a little more esoteric today. Do you have any pets? Dogs? Cats? We have one of each although over the years there have been hamsters, guinea pigs, frogs, fish, and I can’t remember what else. But let’s not get crazy – let’s stick with the dog/cat thing.
Do you talk to them? More importantly, do they talk to you? Do you guys understand one another? See? Esoteric! But there is a point. Continue reading
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