Monthly Archives: November 2010

Funding (part deux)

Posted on November 19, 2010 by jkurth

My last post on this topic was not optimistic. I was coming to terms with what I thought would be an inescapable necessity. I thought there was no way I could build the business I envision with zero dollars to … Continue reading →

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Coding vs. Copywriting

Posted on November 18, 2010 by jkurth

Jeb Banner posted some good thoughts today — check it out. They prompted the following from me: I think the chasm in perceived value between coding and copywriting is created by perceived ability. If you can’t code, you know it. … Continue reading →

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Quote

Posted on November 7, 2010 by jkurth

“True stability results when presumed order and presumed disorder are balanced. A truly stable system expects the unexpected, is prepared to be disrupted, waits to be transformed.” – Tom Robbins This is something that every business owner — especially entrepreneurs … Continue reading →

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Grammar Lesson: Affect vs. Effect

Posted on November 4, 2010 by jkurth

Because the difference is phonetically subtle, these two words are confused by probably half of the English speaking population. In fact, I was asked about their correct usage by a colleague just this morning. Affect is a verb. A doing … Continue reading →

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Bullshit Coffee

Posted on November 3, 2010 by jkurth

Be forewarned: this is a rant. I went to a networking event this morning for people who are interested in startups. The event was fine. There were things I liked and things I didn’t. The organizers of the meeting took … Continue reading →

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Language, According to Stephen Fry

Posted on November 2, 2010 by jkurth

This video has made Stephen Fry an instant hero of mine. If you’ve never given language a second thought since grammar school, you will now. If you consider language the most powerful tool in your arsenal for furthering your relationships, … Continue reading →

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