Eating Competition Updates

Well, it’s here – tomorrow – San Jose’s Joey Chestnust defends his possession of “The Mustard Belt” against arch-rival Takeru Kobayashi of Japan at the annual 4th of July Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest.    They apparently tried their best to psyce each other out at the weigh-in yesterday, which couldn’t accentuate their differences more –… Continue reading Eating Competition Updates

How to Remove Mustard Stains

Just in time for the 4th!    BLOT, don’t rub!    Mustard contains tumeric, which is a dye, and if you don’t act quickly, you’ll have a permanent blotch on your shirt.  (Hmmmm, why not just wear a yellow shirt on hot dog days?).   After blotting, pre-treat with your usual laundry aid, and wash as soon as… Continue reading How to Remove Mustard Stains

Basic Questions to Ask a Business Broker

Here are a few questions to ask a business broker; you should interview several before selecting one: 1) How long have you been in this business? 2) What is your personal background and business experience? 3) How many transactions have you personally closed? 4) What is the range of values of the transactions you have… Continue reading Basic Questions to Ask a Business Broker

The Company Proctologist

Think of your intermediary, the person representing your business, much as you would approach a visit to a proctologist. This person has to see it all. There’s no point in trying to hide dirt under the carpet. It will only lead to a deal going south at a most inopportune time. It’s better to have… Continue reading The Company Proctologist