According to Wikipedia, the term “warning shot (in nautical terms, often called a shot across the bow) is a harmless artillery shot or gunshot intended to call attention and demand some action.” We get them in business too but you’d be surprised how often people aren’t paying attention. What’s less surprising is how often the warning shot is followed by the real thing – something that sinks your business boat. In fact, the echoes of some recent shots can still be heard – real fusillade to follow. Let me give you a few examples: Continue reading
Tag Archives: Publishing
Cooks
One of my favorite magazines will be the subject of today’s Foodie Fun Friday post. As with most of my food posts, there are business lessons contained herein – but also some info on making fine eats! Continue reading
Filed under food, Helpful Hints, Thinking Aloud
Make It Up!
This post isn’t going to make a few of you out there very happy. But if it doesn’t, hopefully it’s because you have a guilty conscience and are going to do better in the future. You see, today’s topic is making stuff up and while I’m a big fan of fiction, I don’t think it has a place when it’s labeled as fact. Continue reading
Filed under digital media, Helpful Hints, Reality checks


