I'm a financial consultant who's spent his last 20-years working as an accountant closing corporate books of companies. I like to be aware of the important issues; and I like discussing the relevant business issues of the day. I'm primarily interested in studio and entertainment, retail, and web-based consumer news along with the “macro” economic issues like the state of the economy, unemployment, government effects on the business climate, and various other issues. I thoroughly enjoy talking about how the business world works, how businesses start and succeed, and I get an education nearly every day as I read what’s happening. I enjoy engaging in interesting conversations about the business issues confronting us, and towards that end, I have a blog (where my articles also appear) at http://businessnewshotsheet.blogspot.com/. So, please visit the blog, leave some comments, and tell me what interests you.
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March 7, 2012
Universal Makes New Agreement with Redbox for DVDs
Universal maintains the 28-day “window,” going against Warner Bros. – who wants 56-daysin Film -
February 17, 2012
Apple’s Size and Success are Actually Shifting the Average on the S&P 500
Because of Apple’s size and earnings, it’s single-handedly making S&P 500 and Tech sector results better.in Finance -
January 24, 2012
Apple Launches Digital Textbooks, but Amazon May Enjoy the Boost
With Apple’s iPad at $500, will digital textbooks grow Apple’s sales, or those of Amazon’s "Kindle Fire?"in Business -
January 17, 2012
The Recent Ups and Downs of Netflix
Recent Developments with Netflix, and How They’re Trying to Move Forward with Studios who want a piece of their action.in Business -
December 20, 2011
NFL Signs $27.9 Billion Deal for 2014 – 2022
Broadcasters will pay 63% under the new contract to air NFL gamesin Football -
December 2, 2011
Disney’s Fight with an Oil & Gas Company That Likes the "Pixar” Name
A Canadian Oil & Gas Company likes naming businesses after Hollywood studios; but Disney isn’t smiling about “Pixar Petroleum Corp.”in Film -
November 16, 2011
A Tech Company’s Cash Position May Contain Hidden Costs
Many tech companies have the majority of their cash overseas; which means hefty conversion costs to return it to shareholdersin Finance -
November 12, 2011
Starting a New Job: Some Tips for Early Success
Tips to establish early credibility with your new bossin Business -
November 2, 2011
The Benefits of Hiring & Promoting Insiders for Open Jobs
Filling open positions with internal applicants can hold big benefits and avoid big costs in time and moneyin Business -
October 25, 2011
Netflix: Expanding Overseas, But Contracting Here at Home
Netflix announces expansion into Europe, but its third quarter earnings release has all kinds of negative news.in Business
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