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Futurist, entrepreneur, left lane driver, baseball lover

This is not your grandfather’s China

Posted on September 13, 2010 by markkolier

It isn’t even the China I grew up learning about. China is a country with a more than 5,000 year old history. Americans (and Westerners in general) older than 30 grew up with the idea of ‘Red China’. The advancing … Continue reading →

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Heading to China to see what I can see

Posted on September 10, 2010 by markkolier

Some time ago I posted that I wanted our company to be more global in scope – http://wp.me/pJX7l-Q. This afternoon I leave on an 8 day trip to China to meet people and learn a great many things about how … Continue reading →

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When did a double dip stop being an ice cream cone?

Posted on September 9, 2010 by markkolier

Note: Since I am in no way any kind of economist my perspective is that of a layman. It seems to me that economists and some people are almost resigned to accepting that a double dip recession is likely if … Continue reading →

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Promotional and direct mail advertising – only for expensive products and services?

Posted on September 7, 2010 by markkolier

The United States Postal Service (USPS) actually has a magazine it puts out somewhat regularly called Deliver. I don’t know if they give themselves a discount on their periodical rate. Quite often there are articles regarding the viability of mail; … Continue reading →

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Do you use red dot laser like focus?

Posted on September 3, 2010 by markkolier

I was having lunch with a business friend yesterday and we were talking about people who lack the ability to focus on the task at hand. These days it seems more difficult than ever given the unending flow of information … Continue reading →

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American Express Platinum card and Delta Sky Lounge – a fine pairing

Posted on September 1, 2010 by markkolier

I carry an Amex Platinum card for several reasons not the least of which is free access to several airline clubs (I wish there were more included but as you will read below the Delta Sky Lounge access is was … Continue reading →

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Where are the ads for McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s?

Posted on August 30, 2010 by markkolier

I don’t watch a lot of network television (or television in general) and even less in the summer. When I do watch it is to relax and aside from a couple of favorite shows on cable, I primarily watch sports … Continue reading →

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Tequila Avion – product placement at its very best

Posted on August 27, 2010 by markkolier

I’ve been a fan of the HBO show ‘Entourage’ since it debuted more than 5 years ago. It’s a half hour fun respite which offers a view into how things might be in Hollywood. There are thirteen episodes per year … Continue reading →

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I’m just a guy with a desk and a phone

Posted on August 25, 2010 by markkolier

I started and have piloted CGSM Inc. for more than 14 years. The changes we’ve undergone over those years are both necessary and remarkable. The changes are continuing (exciting and fun!) and I know that won’t ever stop. My management … Continue reading →

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Groupon had a very good week

Posted on August 23, 2010 by markkolier

Facebook launched its new location based service ‘Places’ last week. Like many things with new Facebook products invasion of privacy was an issue. In the case of Facebook places it allows your friends to broadcast where you are and they … Continue reading →

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