July 10, 2009

Prez Obama checking out women's....

sandals... He is obviously looking at the sandals, right? ;-D

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July 08, 2009

For the folks that don't know what can turn your partner

Looking to find out what turns your man or woman on, check the #turnon twitter trending topic: http://twitter.com/#search?q=%23turnon

NOTE: Parental guidance suggested for some tweets :) Some will have you laughing...

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June 06, 2009

I know you've already read this, but - How Twitter Will Change the Way We Live - TIME

How Twitter Will Change the Way We Live - TIME

I found the conclusion most interesting and inspiring:

This is what I ultimately find most inspiring about the Twitter phenomenon. We are living through the worst economic crisis in generations, with apocalyptic headlines threatening the end of capitalism as we know it, and yet in the middle of this chaos, the engineers at Twitter headquarters are scrambling to keep the servers up, application developers are releasing their latest builds, and ordinary users are figuring out all the ingenious ways to put these tools to use. There's a kind of resilience here that is worth savoring. The weather reports keep announcing that the sky is falling, but here we are — millions of us — sitting around trying to invent new ways to talk to one another.

Enjoy!


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May 24, 2009

Because of Facebook, I just learned about Intentional Software and monkeys programming from a Near Infinity blog, a company run a by a friend on FB

It's always interesting to find out what you find as you connect with old colleagues.

For example, I reconnected with Chris D'Agostino, CEO of near infinity, on Facebook and revisited his company website and was happy to see that his company is doing well. I also found Scott Leberknight's blog and came across the Thinking Matters post where he talks about programmers, programming and thinking. Below is an extract:

Aside from the fact that Oracle's Java Problem contains all kinds of factual and other errors (see the comments on the post) this sentence caught my eye in particular when referring to Java being "quite hard to work with" - "Then, as now, you needed to be a highly trained programmer to make heads or tails of the language."
Thinking Matters - Blogs at Near Infinity

Scott also refers to Intentional Software (which is essentially language software to design DomainSpecificLanguages). While at Martin Fowler's site, I also learned LayProgrammers (if you do any work with on spreadsheets, especially with formulas, then yes, you are a LayProgrammer) and the UnforgivenContract (which is essentially a NDA with strong penalties).

So what's my point? My point is that it is sometimes it is beneficial to delve deeper when you are social networking.  You'll never know what you discover.

BTW, I also learned about programming monkeys that cost 69 cents an hour. If you hire one, let me know so that I can get a referral fee. :)

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May 19, 2009

lessons learned: Spent time in Psychiatric Hospital. Constantly sabotage myself?

I had the pleasure (or should I say displeasure, ouch!) of reading the below message through LinkedIn from a contact (I XXXed out the name to protect the innocent or guilty):

I also wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that while I have spent some extended time at a Psychiatric Hospital in Texas, I have fully recovered and hopefully will not suffer from another relapse.

The previous jobs listed on my profile are all imaginary - I did work at some of those companies but I exagerrated my responsibilities and titles. Again, I have no experience at all in running my own company, and I know I am destined to fail. I constantly sabotage myself!

The truth is, I spent most of my time at my previous jobs surfing the internet for prostitutes who make "office calls" during lunch time, chatting online with Transvestites, and seeking out other avenues for which to cheat on my girlfriend, xxx, who has no idea what a true psychopath and liar I am.

Happy holidays!

At first pass, it seems like this message was sent by a disgruntled ex who found out that the guy was cheating on her. What do you think?

So what are the lessons learned?

  • First & foremost, don't cheat on your girlfriend and
  • secondly, make sure you don't leave your social networking (or any other) passwords saved on your partners computer.
  • Add any others?
BTW, can we call this activity "social ex flaming" ?
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April 15, 2009

What to do when you know your breath stinks and you need to speak with another person

Admit it. It's happened to you before. (Otherwise why would you be reading this post! :)

First of all (you may be asking yourself), how do I know I have rancid breath?

  • You just ate a tuna and onion sandwich
  • People are running away from you or making funny faces when you speak with them (like what happened to SpongeBob)
  • Someone just told you that your breath is kickin (and not in a good way)
  • You lick the back of your hand, let the saliva dry, smell it and almost pass out
Now that you know that you have bad breath, here's what you can do (depending on your timeline):
  • you have an hour to spare before speaking with someone:
    1. move to the nearest store or your house (whichever is closest)
    2. if at the store, buy a toothbrush and toothpaste and the strongest Listerine (or the store brand which is normally cheaper) you can find
    3. if you have time, floss (really, you should be doing this every time you brush, but you know how that goes...)
    4. brush your teeth thoroughly for at least 60 seconds. (make sure you brush your tongue, too.) check to make sure you have brushed your teeth well by touching your teeth with your tongue. if you don't feel your teeth completely smooth, brush again.
    5. rinse and gargle at least 3 times with fresh water each time
    6. get a mouthful of Listerine and rinse and gargle for at least 60 seconds. you'll probably be in tears because of the listerine after 60 secs, but it will be worth it.
    7. finally, ask a trusted family member or friend, if available, if your breath still stinks. if no one is available, do the quick lick-the-back-of-the-hand check
    8. if you still smell, start over with step 3. repeat, as necessary.
  • you have less than 15 minutes to spare and can't break to go anywhere. you can do any or all of these steps, but please do at least one:
    • ideally, delay the meeting until you can brush your teeth
    • you know there's always a gum or mint person in the office, ask for piece (nicely, of course. beg if you have to). HINT: make sure to check the boss' secretary
    • depending on how picky you are, you can do this: there's normally a (smart) person that brings their toothbrush and toothpaste, ask the person to borrow the toothbrush...just joking...  see if they can give you some toothpaste and brush your teeth with your finger
    • ask a trusted colleague how bad your breath smells. try to get a rough idea of how far your stank breath is traveling as you talk. ask your colleague to take small steps away from you until s/he no longer smells you. try to stay at least that much away from the person you need to speak with.
  • the person is on her way to speak with you and you only have 30 seconds to react
    • tell him the truth and say that you ate a foul smelling sandwich for lunch and ask if he has any mints. he will appreciate your honesty.
    • try to stay as far away from her as possible so that your dragon breath doesn't reach her.
    • talk away from him (not towards him). this may seem rude, but may be necessary.
    • if you must speak face to face, speak as little as possible. (now would be a good time to practice your listening skills.)
    • don't use too many words that begin with the letter H.
    • cover your mouth a little. (though this may give them the impression that their breath stinks...)
    • practice your hiding skills.
    • run!

I hope you find this helpful! (Feel free to add any tips of your own.)

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April 06, 2009

Speak Out Against Proposed MD Internet Retail Tax

Just got this in a commission junction email and thought it would be of interest.

ATTENTION AFFILIATES:

Commission Junction recently received word that Maryland's version of the "Affiliate Tax" bill was introduced without warning only days ago, and it may be enacted later today or early Tuesday. Unfortunately, Maryland affiliates have had almost no time to react, so your voice needs to be heard within hours, if possible.

Here is a link to information on the bill: http://mlis.state.md.us/2009rs/billfile/sb1071.htm

Although Commission Junction is not in a position to provide you with legal and tax advice regarding the bill and the action to take, if you oppose this bill, you may wish to contact Speaker Busch at michael.busch@house.state.md.us AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Click here to access a template with suggested language you may choose to complete and modify accordingly and send to Assembly Member Busch stating your opposition to the proposed bill.

Together we can speak up and hopefully make a difference!

Thanks in advance for your help,

Kerri Pollard
General Manager
Commission Junction

Here's the text of the document:

The Honorable MICHAEL ERIN BUSCH
Speaker of House of Delegates
State House, H-101
Annapolis, MD 21401 - 1991
Subject: OPPOSITION to S.B. 1071, as introduced in the Maryland Senate on March 28, 2009

Dear Assembly Member Busch:
I am a small business owner with a website, and I am in strong opposition to S.B. 1071, which could require retailers that advertise and receive direct or indirect referrals from banner ads and click-throughs on websites, such as mine, to collect sales tax in Maryland.

I am opposed to this bill because it would substantially harm my small business by reducing a large source of revenue that I rely on to survive. This revenue results from providing advertising on my website as part of an “affiliate” or “associate” program with out-of-state retailers. [Describe how your business model is set-up and what you contribute to the local economy.]

If retailers believe that doing business with me will result in their having to collect sales tax on all Maryland sales, they likely will sever ties with my business, putting the viability of my business at risk. Such was the case in New York State where Overstock dismantled its affiliates program and I am told by my colleagues that hundreds of other business followed Overstock’s example. This left thousands of affiliates – most of which are small- and medium-sized businesses with a major loss of income.

For these reasons, I respectfully oppose this legislation.

Sincerely,

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January 20, 2009

Inspired by PlentyOfFish.com, created 100% Free Online Business Matchmaking and Leads - LotsOfBiz.com - What are you looking for?

What can I say?

I was inspired by Markus Frind, the PlentyOfFish.com creator. PlentyOfFish.com is to online dating what I hope LotsOfBiz.com will be to online business matchmaking and online business leads.

After all, aren't we always looking for something (oftentimes free business leads) when we go online? Why not post what you are looking for free and let people that have you want contact you? Why pay for leads?

Won't you join our free online business networking site?

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December 15, 2008

AD: PanaRed.com for sale - Great domain for a Panama Social Network or Panamanian red wine

Have you been looking for a great domain for your new Social Network for Panamanian residents, people interested in Panama, or Panamanian expats in other countries?

You must consider PanaRed.com. It is short, easy to remember and clearly expresses what the site is about: "Pana" which is short for Panamanian or friend and "Red" which means network in Spanish.

Not creating a social network, but have an excellent vintage red wine made from Panamanian grapes that needs a good domain? You should consider PanaRed.com as well. "Pana" would stand for Panama and "Red" for your wonderful wine color!

In addition, PanaRed.com could be a nice domain for a new Panamanian restaurant, Panamanian food company or another Panama-related product.

Don't wait! Make an offer for the domain PanaRed.com now!

Disclosure: Esenai Corporation owns the PanaRed.com domain and can also help you develop it.

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November 14, 2008

from Seth's Blog: The number one secret of the great blogs - find, connect and lead tribes

The key takeaway is this: once you realize that your job is to find and connect and lead a tribe, to give them something to talk about and a place to go, it's a lot easier to write a blog that works.
Seth's Blog: The number one secret of the great blogs Very interesting and it makes complete sense. I now see why I have more readership in some blogs more than others. For example, here's a breakdown in order of following and scope (narrowest to widest):
  • The UNOFFICIAL Intellipedia blog - This is the blog has the greatest tribe probably becuase it is centrally focused on Intellipedia, the Intelligence Community wiki, and government collaboration and information sharing (though I don't really like that term, but that's for another post...) in general. I bet if I organized an event, even if it were online, the tribe would be interested.
  • creiZ about Real Estate and Deals blog - This is where I write about any of my current real estate activities in Panama and other places, market trends, tips and comments on business news items that I come across that look interesting. As you can see, it is pretty general, so I suppose that is why there is a rather small following. What could I do to improve this? Should I focus more?
  • This blog, eMarviews - This is where I post about anything that comes to mind that I want to write about. You name it, from social media to blogging to networking to going green to family (including arguing with your wife). I have a tribe of 1 here. Why? Probably because I am all over the place with this and maybe no one can really identify with the content. Could that be it? Should I break this up into multiple blogs?
(There are a couple of other blogs that I am inactive on including the Startup Events blog and the Deal Bake blog (to post deal haves and needs) that could be of use if I put more effort into them. I just need more time and energy or people that are interested...) So going back to Seth's point, the key is focus on the tribe, the audience, because when you really think about, the tribe is what really makes the blog successful or not.
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