I was chatting with my father today and he’s been watching the news about Microsoft’s $240M (1.6%) stake in Facebook. My father has taught me a lot, and he is well in-tuned with the big businesses he invests in, among them Costco, Best Buy, Boeing, and, important to this news, Microsoft. He’s had [...]

It’s about time that helping our planet has become fun. Jonny Hal has launched a web series that tracks his attempts to be removed from marketer’s mailing list. This is pretty funny stuff! The preview is below. And check out his first episode on Verizon.

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I live in Irvine, California, which has been experiencing the fire frenzy of late (President Bush FINALLY declared a State of Emergency). Outside of my patio, I saw Portola Hills light up in a massive fire. It has been two days since I’ve seen the fire because it has moved north east. [...]

I’ve seen it at places like Panda Express and parking garages. The sign reads, “your purchase is free if you do not receive a receipt.” I’m confused!
So here’s a scenario:

I order a product or service
I receive the product or service in exchange for money
I do not receive a receipt
I alert the cashier that [...]