Disqus - Latest Comments for jeffbarden

Re: How to Use Groupon to Boost Sales

JeffBarden — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 21:37:46 -0000

Customers don't need to adhere to anything. It's our choice. Great analogy
with traffic signs? We can choose which ones to follow? Wow.

Re: The Right Angle Matters

JeffBarden — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:25:44 -0000

The US Congress could learn from your piece. First thing that comes to mind when I read the 5th paragraph.

Re: NJ’s Chris Christie – The Wrecking Ball Governor The Reformed Broker

JeffBarden — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 22:46:30 -0000

NY State needs this kind of management, undoubtedly. I give credit to the electorate in NJ for having the gumption and wherewithal. Albany?

Re: Matt Dunne for Vermont - News

JeffBarden — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 08:43:41 -0000

The current tax structure penalizes second home owners when they arguably
demand much less in services, for obvious reasons.

In addition, the redistribution to underperforming schools is a
disincentive.

Resort towns have a marginal sales tax of 10%.

Tax structure that would be acceptable? well, NH has no sales nor income
tax and they balance the budget... now, I realize they offer much less
service, so how about some sort of compromise?

I know it's complicated, but we need real change and leadership.

Thank you.

Re: Matt Dunne for Vermont - News

JeffBarden — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:35:11 -0000

How will The Plan address the socialistic tax structure and aging population -- which will cause the current tax structure to bankrupt the state... not far from what the Federal Govt is doing.

Re: Train Smarter with Runner’s World iPhone App

JeffBarden — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:40:48 -0000

I use Runners World SmartCoach and haven't found the need to subscribe to a mobile app... when I do, I'll be looking for in the Droid store.

Re: How to Use Groupon to Boost Sales

JeffBarden — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:22:37 -0000

Any guesses on how much Groupon earns via breakage? I purchased several deals that have since expired (expiration date in fine print) -- It's like buying a gift card that you never redeem -- huge revenue, 100% margin -- Lost me as a customer.

Re: Recovering from Twitter Phishing

JeffBarden — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:28:38 -0000

Thanks for this post. One question. How can my account be hacked without me clicking on a bad link?

Re: Login

JeffBarden — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:15:20 -0000

How is this different from the Massachusetts system? I have talked to several MA residents and I still cannot get a handle (beyond anecdotal) on if and how it's working, or not.

Re: Revelation vs Resolution

JeffBarden — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:38:27 -0000

Jim,
Thanks for writing.
I appreciate your comments and insight.

I don't forcefully differentiate networks. It's just pure practicalitiy for me.
There is some overlap, but limited.

Peace in 2010.

Re: Revelation vs Resolution

JeffBarden — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:35:44 -0000

Jim,

My network (professional) suffered in 2009, and for this, I only have one person to blame.

My network (personal) is larger and stronger based on 2009 activities.

I think I would take this trade-off. However, I think there is room for both and I just was not as productive nor efficient as I'd like to be.

Best to you in 2010 and beyond.

-Jeff

ps-If you know of good professional networks in Boston, please forward along.

Re: What’s #TheBestSkiResort in North America and Why?

JeffBarden — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:10:08 -0000

I have three favorites: Category #1 (West: Rockies, Sierras, San Juans) = ALTA; Cat 2 (Northeast: NH, VT, ME, NY) = MAD RIVER GLEN; Cat 3 (rest of the world) = PORTILLO

Re: Entrepreneuring

JeffBarden — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:32:18 -0000

keyword = nemesis
Another challenge/ opportunity: when to cut losses; when to double down

Re: Entrepreneuring

JeffBarden — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:28:16 -0000

Thanks, Howard - I am having that feeling at the moment - but, it's fleeting and I can manage IT, as far as I know.

Re: Bruce Greenwald: Buffett has lost his mind

JeffBarden — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:43:50 -0000

That makes sense; Thank you for responding; You guys are much smarter than me, and I enjoy the learning.

Re: Bruce Greenwald: Buffett has lost his mind

JeffBarden — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:10:33 -0000

Is there value not only in as an energy play [hedge], but also as a geo-political play, as the world trends toward eco-friendly and alternative energy?

What may seem intangible and merely socially responsible today, might become prudent business tomorrow.

disclosure: I used to own B shares; just a little guy.

Re: American Express and The Recovery…Does the Connection Matter Anymore?

JeffBarden — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:47:55 -0000

Howard - Thanks for the share - I had a similar experience with Citi Mastercard recently - I'd say it's industrywide - credit line slashed after 15 years of service (with a clean record) - APR up 50% - I could care less about the APR as I don't use the float - maybe this is why they don't want me as a customer.

Re: Apple… Still Predictable… Still Beautiful… Still Hated

JeffBarden — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:26:26 -0000

Great idea -> Use the heaps of cash to capitalize and re-capitalize a regional bank that can be purchased today at a deep discount -> And, a team of Apple engineers build risk management and pricing models.

Re: Berkshire Hathaway, and My Vacation

JeffBarden — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:24:46 -0000

Great Island is a special place. We frequent Pine Island Creek, a peaceful (and secret) place to drop anchor tucked in between Lewis Bay and the peninsula to Great Island.

Re: Who To Hire?

JeffBarden — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:24:43 -0000

Great piece -- The most important tool in the tool box invariably is the one that you can't teach -- Product knowledge is important but secondary and can be acquired -- Thank you for the reminder.