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Archive for July, 2006



Sometimes Writing then Deleting Does the Job

Published on July 8, 2006

I recently heard some news about a former employee that really ticked me off.  I sat down and started to pound out a blog post ripping into the guy.  Last night I realized that just the act of writing the post actually made me feel better.  I didn’t need to publish the post - sitting [...]


eBay Bans Google Checkout

Published on July 7, 2006

From the “I could have seen this one coming from a mile away” files, eBay has banned Google Checkout.  If you haven’t noticed eBay, Amazon and Microsoft are conducting the equivalent of WWIII against Google.  Its so fun to watch…


Declining Population and the Death of Western Civilization

Published on July 6, 2006

Check out this article by the AP on declining birth rates in the civilized world. This amounts to nothing short of a death sentence especially for Japan and Europe.
The only way Europe can support its massive social programs for its aging population is to “import” workers from third world (read: Muslim) countries. Do you think [...]


Free Legal Services for Start Ups

Published on July 5, 2006

I was just made aware that Ballard Spahr is offering up to $5,000 in free legal services for qualified start ups.  This is a great service to take advantage of as getting your initial legal documentation in place can be expensive and something akin to navigating a mine field.  I have heard that Wilson Sonsini [...]


iPod Loosing Market Share - Apple Blames Quality Problems on Users

Published on July 3, 2006

Being in the first position in any market is difficult to maintain and Apple is no exception with the iPod.  YouGov’s brand awareness index shows a steady drop in Apple’s brand popularity.  Furthermore, Apple has delayed the launch of several new iPod products, which has caused their stock to drop.  Customers are now more vocal [...]




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