tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55414412881875015052024-02-18T21:01:31.179-08:00What it's like to have a start up...This is a real world experience of what it's like to create, pursue and succeed in having a start up company. I find that once people succeeded they talk about all the good stuff in books. But what is it really like?Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-1151937405225614372008-09-23T08:41:00.000-07:002008-09-23T08:42:07.826-07:00Want an efficent personal assistant for cheap - asksunday!No joke - <a href="http://asksunday.com">asksunday.com</a> is the BOMB. They follow through to the end to make sure your most annoying chores ie. Wait on hold forever calls are handled to a tee. I mean on my last task he went out of the way to get a hold of a supervisor to remedy an annoyance I'd been stuck with for a year! I wanted to kiss his feet. I couldn't believe it. And all for 39 bucks a month. True blessing for any entreprenuer.<br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-2730532874030057672008-09-20T16:38:00.001-07:002008-09-20T16:38:50.834-07:00Sleepless night and panic attacksSo everyday I hear from investors who amazing I have done with the capital I have and the many milestones I have accomplished. Then at night I still have nightmares that all is failing and during the day panic attacked that I won't get to it all. How does a start up entreprenuer have balance in their life. I don't know. What I do know is every last moment happy or sad is all worth it. <br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-53954895106407857752008-08-30T16:27:00.001-07:002008-08-30T16:27:58.412-07:00What its like to have a start up - hardIts sacrifice. Labor Day weekend is here and if my staff didn't ask for the day off it would have flown past my life leaving no skid marks. But while others are splashing about in their last attempts for summer time sultry pool parties I am build a future full of excitement mystery and accomplishment. I'd say what I'm losing is well worth what I'm about to gain. <br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-70496753108487306972008-08-29T11:00:00.001-07:002008-08-29T11:00:48.041-07:00I won the Golden Ticket!I found out I was accepted into Astia, a world class organization for woman entreprenuers in San Francisco. SO EXCITED to get started!!!<br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-66670524668217776772008-08-24T16:55:00.000-07:002008-08-24T16:56:07.312-07:00How to pitch your start up companyMust read "The Art of the Start" by Guy Kawasaki<br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-53181636554228123172008-08-20T10:28:00.000-07:002008-08-20T10:29:41.035-07:00Virgin has plugs too!<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLjIk2wZMgOv756g3owpfw-FUyloejRl16ujWo9FUT24E6tRkZZXhly3DnB2QBoF5KxQNhjG9D1qhLRhOX52ExZy0Mshtxf-K297QEemnm5sV2GDzJE8p7hxeSgWYyyEnKguzclhgIvyyQ/s1600-h/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FSU1HMDA2MzcuanBn%3F=-781038"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLjIk2wZMgOv756g3owpfw-FUyloejRl16ujWo9FUT24E6tRkZZXhly3DnB2QBoF5KxQNhjG9D1qhLRhOX52ExZy0Mshtxf-K297QEemnm5sV2GDzJE8p7hxeSgWYyyEnKguzclhgIvyyQ/s320/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FSU1HMDA2MzcuanBn%3F=-781038" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236653398467411714" /></a></p>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-62140800319797801462008-08-20T10:25:00.000-07:002008-08-20T10:28:59.597-07:00Virgin America is the only airline to fly<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxlJH1LP0INaGObKlq99tPEz1PssLQwXBF-OgBdtkyN_5yeNPP08OT1ZOeWo82EuKWzAa3bn_Q4LSlvlYYZ4r5wD7kq_52O_WA6AkDeeSmhq8IwZHjDP0CdNeQM-s31Ovvd-roR1ZLIyw/s1600-h/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FSU1HMDA2MzYuanBn%3F=-739598"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxlJH1LP0INaGObKlq99tPEz1PssLQwXBF-OgBdtkyN_5yeNPP08OT1ZOeWo82EuKWzAa3bn_Q4LSlvlYYZ4r5wD7kq_52O_WA6AkDeeSmhq8IwZHjDP0CdNeQM-s31Ovvd-roR1ZLIyw/s320/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FSU1HMDA2MzYuanBn%3F=-739598" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236653218751368818" /></a></p>Amazing food, great entertainment, positive customer service, comfy seats and just about the last airline to give complimentaru headphones in this crazy economy. LOVE VIRGIN AIRLINES! Oh and awesome deals all the time ... Man I'm starting to sound like I work for them. <br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-68739506052506010442008-08-20T10:18:00.000-07:002008-08-20T10:24:41.564-07:00A life saver for business card scanning<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzgoMEMOmRUKdAH_RsPTgjfPXcMdLc7_mzxrj6qS9zJ4IqELjHhsvTc1lrGcIsgAE-DV8ehED68JE05zvVZtbkQfZf8RXmiKQmDwV2B3rJSx-6j9QbV7WWDY8iNTveC2CX7dE99iOoreNa/s1600-h/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FSU1HMDA2MzUuanBn%3F=-781567"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzgoMEMOmRUKdAH_RsPTgjfPXcMdLc7_mzxrj6qS9zJ4IqELjHhsvTc1lrGcIsgAE-DV8ehED68JE05zvVZtbkQfZf8RXmiKQmDwV2B3rJSx-6j9QbV7WWDY8iNTveC2CX7dE99iOoreNa/s320/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FSU1HMDA2MzUuanBn%3F=-781567" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236652111132283938" /></a></p>I swear by Neat Recepits. Its the holy grail of scanning cards, document (even flyers) and recepits. Works like a gem, no jamming up and is a smart machine capturing all text just about flawlessly. Can't believe I didn't discover it sooner!<br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-84021432707397587422008-08-20T10:16:00.000-07:002008-08-20T10:17:10.389-07:00ImplementationImplementation, Implementation, Implementation .... Don't talk about what you can do. Discover ideas and ACT. <br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-36348633306635862572008-08-13T09:13:00.001-07:002008-08-13T09:14:56.461-07:00Nominate Stoked Mentoring for the AMEX Contest!! - Creating Successful Teens Through Extreme Sports<span style="font-weight: bold;"><object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" data="http://widgets.clearspring.com/o/489381e14f271d66/48a307fd37325648/48938c942d18f608/922a2033" id="W489381e14f271d6648a307fd37325648" height="305" width="405"><param value="http://widgets.clearspring.com/o/489381e14f271d66/48a307fd37325648/48938c942d18f608/922a2033" name="movie"><param value="transparent" name="wmode"><param value="all" name="allowNetworking"><param value="always" name="allowScriptAccess"></object></span>Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-7734562526974757832008-08-10T00:14:00.001-07:002008-08-10T00:14:43.409-07:00Business card scannerI have found the absolute best business card scanner. Its called "Neat" scanner. I actually found it at Costco. Its a must. Scans cards, docs and receipts flawlessly. Implements all the information onto the computer and even tallies recipts and tons of other features. Love it!<br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-80453736056406292872008-07-05T10:51:00.000-07:002008-12-10T23:28:03.973-08:00Fireworks<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhISFEknV2Wd01_4vkLUL0LZyIqV04ktcDJmaZM_SOF6lFDZoS7FJ8bg8IFLa0xE5b4kowMnRqOnR5D0LI70ibYn4HVU6hIxiuxDDgOWwjXZSDtpJwL29jTDJsPu9ZuOAlS1rCNQcAPjRU/s1600-h/fireworks.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhISFEknV2Wd01_4vkLUL0LZyIqV04ktcDJmaZM_SOF6lFDZoS7FJ8bg8IFLa0xE5b4kowMnRqOnR5D0LI70ibYn4HVU6hIxiuxDDgOWwjXZSDtpJwL29jTDJsPu9ZuOAlS1rCNQcAPjRU/s320/fireworks.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5219589395164600770" /></a>Yesterday was the forth of July, and like many people, my day wrapped up with a fireworks show. It was a fitting end to a stretch of 6-7 really hard days. My wife and I just had our second child, an amazing little boy, and after about 3 weeks the reality of two children and two jobs really set in. <br /><br />As part of a team trying to make a start up a success, how do I take care of my wife and kids, while taking care of my company at the same time? This was the question going through my head. The success of the company is key to many long term personal and professional goal I have, but in the short-term, how am I supposed to raise two kids and raise a company at the same time? <br /><br />I could not find an answer. I looked everywhere I could think and was just not finding anything. I believed in myself, and knew there had to be an answer, but I wanted one solid confirmation, from somewhere, that the road before me was possible.<br /><br />Yesterday, I finally got that answer, from an unexpected place and in an unexpected way. My wife's family has a large "reunion" of sorts every year, 90+ people are here this year. Early in the day I had the privilege of a short conversation with one of my wife's family members. She happens to be a retired CEO of a multi-billion dollar corporation and knows a thing or two about business and family. We've spoken on many occasions, but this conversation was very timely. I was sitting in our room alone with my little boy as he was getting ready for a nap. She had not met him yet and was very anxious to do so. She knocked on the door and came in to say hello. As she was holding my son she said, "Oh, I'm so jealous, I want a baby again."<br /><br />This simple sentence was all I needed. She has children and grandchildren of her own, worked with leaders in both politics and business all over the world, even spends time with a Queen from time to time, and here she's jealous because I have this beautiful baby boy. <br /><br />To me, her sentence said, "You can do it," and was all I needed to get back on track. I spent the rest of the day enjoying my family, and thinking about work again. I even finished off the day with a great idea for the company. <br /><br />It sure feels good to be back on track again.scahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17260289641376125505noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-87616701953083109822008-06-29T14:22:00.000-07:002008-06-29T14:23:08.575-07:00BeverlyHotSprings.comMan was this experience incredible. Who knew such a secret existed in LA. Literally hot springs in the middle of the city right in the center of Korea Town. You walk in and waterfalls overcome all your stresses. They take you to a changing room filled with peace. Then onto the hot springs. The delicious water took away all my troubles and soothed by challeneges with clarity. I treated myself to a couple spa services and afterward with all forgotten tranquility revived into by being read "The Energy of Prayer". It"s easy to lose balance owning a start up. <br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-22556211509616807052008-06-29T14:18:00.000-07:002008-12-10T23:28:04.678-08:00A day at the beach doesn't hurt anyone...<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja4rP12YjW0O2fnRmRHZW2qTQPomcZk_9tHL0ox0T0gbpotZOROQKrHZ3vJzJkEOSvanQLDR4l9CS07DEhpP9ahYiRq3slNcEbd1fUXihTGzx2zH-2bhn_XXjOacXLEW4wSZZoJpz2stwC/s1600-h/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FL01lZGlhIENhcmQvQmxhY2tCZXJyeS9waWN0dXJlcy9JTUcwMDQxNi5qcGc=%3F=-720212"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja4rP12YjW0O2fnRmRHZW2qTQPomcZk_9tHL0ox0T0gbpotZOROQKrHZ3vJzJkEOSvanQLDR4l9CS07DEhpP9ahYiRq3slNcEbd1fUXihTGzx2zH-2bhn_XXjOacXLEW4wSZZoJpz2stwC/s320/=%3FWindows-1252%3FB%3FL01lZGlhIENhcmQvQmxhY2tCZXJyeS9waWN0dXJlcy9JTUcwMDQxNi5qcGc=%3F=-720212" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217416838744316546" /></a></p>It's so tough being an entreprenuer. One of our advisors demanded I begin taking Sundays off starting last Sunday. Its nice actually. Did leave the computers at the office but as you can see my BlackBerry isn't far from reach. This weekend is about employee management, being able to walk away and also knwoing when to give someone one last leap of faith. Its tough. Owning a business is like the most dynamic chess game. All the players matter and if they are taken out or make the wrong moves the Queen is in jepordy. So you want to have the best team. <br>Sent via BlackBerry from T-MobileEspreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-64848135464809297922008-03-04T10:52:00.000-08:002008-03-04T10:58:12.373-08:00What day am I on?Its Tuesday. I didn't go to boot camp yesterday because my previous week was just so stressful I needed the sleep and didn't want to catch the evil flu that's been going around. Miraculously I scored an inhaler over the weekend. Man, what a blessing it is to breathe. It made the work out so much more tolerable. Today is a new start for my life. A new breath of fresh air to inhale, literally and symbolically. I was supposed to have this great momentum infused into my company by today and I am still waiting. It is quite a huge let down and a question of commitment to one's word. Hopefully all will work itself out soon enough. In the meanwhile I'll be chanting me "Secret" chant... "An abundance of money flows freely into my life each and every day". Maybe, just maybe, the universe will hear me and I'll be that much closer to achieving the resources I need to later pursue my philanthropic goals.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-70765965855691784022008-02-29T14:18:00.000-08:002008-02-29T14:23:46.250-08:00Day 3... Opps... lets skip to Day 4Day 3 I played hooky. I had a rough week. I a lot of thinking. Wanted some zone out time. <br /><br />So onto Day 4... Today was pretty good. Arrived about 5 minutes late. Mostly because i was sitting in my car dreading confronting life, but hey. So I finally walk to the grass greeted by a warm smile and start my boot camp. It was good. In just a couple days I feel myself getting stronger. Took some pics for some "before" shots. Not sharing though. It's embarrassing. And when the hour was up I walked to the cliff looking over the ocean and did a bit of meditation. Okay so like a minute of no thoughts, but then the rest of the 14 minutes were spent being grateful for all that I do have. A business partner who is a great friend and support, my family whether they have done me right or wrong I was grateful. My friends who are inspired by me. And the awe I have for my friends. This week is my 29th birthday. Maybe G-d will give me all the answers I am looking for as a gift.<br /><br />Or maybe, just maybe, he has already given me all my gifts and I just need to unwrap them.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-64979096016111003742008-02-26T10:59:00.000-08:002008-02-26T11:03:19.292-08:00Day 2... Medic please :)Wow, I definitely was dragged to go to the camp today. Being an entrepreneur took my health away. I just dreaded being reminded of it. Sitting in front of the computer each day eats at your muscles and left me with little appetite to properly nourish myself. I was huffing and puffing through the whole thing. But happy I stayed. Didn't give up. Well if not leaving equates to not giving up. I didn't give it my all that's for sure. The whole process reminded me of when I had a tumor years ago (I'm okay now) and had it removed. The journey back to recovery was draining. My body just didn't function as it once did. I had to rebuild. And here I go again. Rebuilding...Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-9602676251631787422008-02-25T11:49:00.000-08:002008-02-25T11:59:10.630-08:00Workaholis, Asmatic Entreprenuer Seeks BalanceYeah, It's tough being an entrepreneur. So today I start Boot Camp. The funny part is for owning a sports company I am completely out of shape. I don't look it, but I feel it. Totally worn down from constantly sitting in from the the computer, forgetting to eat, lacking sleep and "Free time" what's that. Just last week my business partner asked me what I do for fun. "Fun"? "Well,"... I answered "Work". Isn't that the goal. To do what we love. What we are passionate about so it doesn't feel like work. But then let me tell you after years of it "Life" gets lost and work becomes everything. So it's time to change things up a bit. And today was my first day of Boot Camp. I discovered it in the grocery line, probably buying my late night snacks, sushi and soda. Gleaming like an oasis out of the corner of my eye was a new military style Beach Boot Camp. So I immediately signed up. That was a few months ago. I went once and quickly forgot to come again. But then my partner asked me that "fun" question. And it has been irking me like no other. So I am at it again. To find that happy balance between my beloved work and life.<br /><br />Day One was grueling. I was just happy I showed up and being on time was the cherry on top. I was in bed doing my morning emails and almost gave into my crackberry addiction and didn't leave. But one of my last emails was something encouraging from one of the companies I worked with and that gave me the push to get out the door. At the camp I fantasized about making phone calls and responding to emails. Because in reality my body was screaming at me for spending so much time in a chair.<br /><br />Lets hope Day Two has a little more umph. But hey, at least I made it through Day One.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-21968533266920118342008-01-08T03:40:00.000-08:002008-01-08T03:44:22.645-08:00Off to DC to speak at Georgetown<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.georgetown.edu/home/images/layout/new_home_top.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 840px; height: 84px;" src="http://www.georgetown.edu/home/images/layout/new_home_top.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />I honored to have been invited to Georgetown in DC to speak on their panel on entrepreneurs and investors this week. I thoroughly enjoy connecting with new people in the technology industry.It's very important to stay up to date not only in the subject matter or the business your in, but also in the dynamics of how that business functions.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-21852181898552344202008-01-08T03:36:00.000-08:002008-01-08T03:40:46.285-08:00Women dot comers meet up<a href="http://www.ladieswholaunch.com">Ladies Who Launch</a> was suggested to me by a friend who owns <a href="http://www.actalentagency.com/">AC Talent</a>. I registered today and I am looking forward to attending one of their meetings. I think its important to collaborate with and brain storm ideas with fellow entrepreneurs.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-62495297543950856962007-09-01T08:15:00.001-07:002007-09-01T08:18:45.375-07:00Just got back...Just got back from meeting with my business partner. I think in end when I find all the riches I'll end up saying the most successful trait in an entrepreneur is either knowing when to walk away and especially having the strength to persevere. I am feeling pretty good about September.<br /><br />Reading... <a href="http://www.newinfluencers.com/">"The New Influencers"</a> Can't get enough of it.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-71106999096119059112007-08-13T15:38:00.000-07:002007-08-13T15:43:11.195-07:00Its been tough.... it is a must to have a strong teamLuckily my team is incredible. I pride myself in finding people with not only talent, but integrity, loyalty, passion and a genuine care for their teammates. These past couple weeks have been tough. I started my company by investing in real estate and the pressures of juggling old respponsibilities and those anew are hard to balance at times. I am thankful to have a strong team. But also it teaches me the importance of letting go of some things and working them out of my life in order to give my company all the enrgy and attention it needs while stilling finding time for myself. A diligent working entrepreneur deserves a few cocktails with friends every now and again. The only way to find that balance is via a team and focus.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-16569028098187927012007-08-10T11:52:00.000-07:002007-08-10T11:56:57.574-07:00Events found by the remote assistant in Malibu... Pretty goodGOOD NEWS: The assistant from <a href="http://www.asksunday.com/">Ask Sunday</a> sent over a word doc with relevant local events that are actually worth looking into right in the heart of Malibu. The art gallery and surf event are pretty neat ideas.<br /><br /><br />Here's what was in the doc...<br /><br />Events in Malibu<br /><br />3rd Annual MCSA Community Summer Surf Classic<br />Timing:Sat, Aug 11, 7 AM - Zuma Beach Tower 6<br /><br />For ages 12-25 years old. Entry fee: $25 included a free T-shirt, a raffle ticket for prize drawings and a free lunch from Lily's for every competitor. Prizes include surf boards, skateboards, wetsuits and more. Celebrity judges are Shannon and Shayne McIntyre from Fuel TV.<br /><br />"Outside the Box"<br />Timing: Aug 11-Sep 1, Wed-Sat, 11 AM-6 PM<br />Schomburg Gallery Bergamot Station Arts Ctr.<br />2525 Michigan Avenue, E3A, Santa Monica<br />"Outside the Box" featuring paintings by Bates Poland Bates.<br /><br />Malibu Lagoon Family Field Trip<br />Timing:Sat, Aug 11, 9:30 AM<br />Malibu Lagoon State Beach<br />Enjoy a family lagoon adventure for youths ages 8-12. Explore the importance and preservation of wetlands. Bring binoculars, lunch and water. Pre-registration required Telephone :(818) 591-1701 ext 181. Booking Three hours in advance.<br /><br /><br /><br />Attractions in Malibu<br /><br />Leo Carrillo State Park and Beach<br /><br />Address:35000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265<br />Telephone: 818-880-0350<br /><br />Topanga State Beach<br /><br />Address:18700 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265<br />Telephone: 310-394-3266<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Zuma Beach<br /><br />Address: 30000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265<br />Telephone: 310 457 9891<br /><br />Malibu Pier<br /><br />Address:23000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265<br /><br />Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum<br /><br />Address:23200 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265<br />Telephone: 310-456-8432<br />Rainy day tour info: 310 456 1770<br />Activities: Group tours/Walking tour<br /><br />For more attractions please visit the link below:<br /><a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g32676-Activities-Malibu_California.html"><br />http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g32676-Activities-Malibu_California.html</a>Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-77755461871221310562007-08-10T10:28:00.000-07:002007-08-10T10:37:23.540-07:00Found remote personal assistant for only 29 bucks a month... has anyone else tried them out?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.cartoonstock.com/newscartoons/cartoonists/mba/lowres/mban1199l.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://www.cartoonstock.com/newscartoons/cartoonists/mba/lowres/mban1199l.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Here is a script I started on LinkedIn and its getting interesting so I thought I would post it.<br /><br />Tonight on aSW I came across <a href="http://www.asksunday.com">asksunday.com</a>, a remote personal assistant service for 29 bucks a month. Sounds too good to be true, but I'll try them out during the 1 month free trial and let you know. Has anyone else heard of them or used them? Or any service/company similar and have been pleased with the results? Thanks..<br /><br />Clarification added 8 hours ago:<br /><br />AFTER REVIEWING COMMENTS: So far found this blog about the company <a href="http://blog.robwebb2k.com/2007/07/29/ask-sunday/ ">http://blog.robwebb2k.com/2007/07/29/ask-sunday/ </a>in addition to all their press releases. Going to keep investigating. Thanks for all your help so far. Let me know if you find out anything else.<br />Clarification added 2 minutes ago:<br /><br />ADDED 8/10: So far I have found ....<br />Like services based in India...<br /><a href="http://www.getfriday.com">getfriday.com</a> is a division of <a href="http://yourmaninindia.com/">http://yourmaninindia.com/</a> - India (see <a href="http://getfriday.blogspot.com ">http://getfriday.blogspot.com </a>and look at their presence in the news like Wall Street)<br /><br />http://www.b2kcorp.com/ - india (this is a competitor for getfriday it seems)<br /><a href="http://www.fourhourworkweek.com/ferriss-book-outsourcing.htm"><br />script about utilizing these services </a><br /><a href="http://www.npr.org/templates/dmg/popup.php?id=4818755&type=1&date=27-Aug-2005&au=1&pid=11410755&random=2643617263&guid=0008F5B3266106BC18565F3361626364&uaType=WM&aaType=RM,WM&upf=Win32&topicName=Arts___Culture&subtopicName=Pop_Culture&prgCode=WESAT&hubId=-1&thingId=4818754&ssid=&tableModifier=&mtype=WM">Here is a NPR interview for a writer using the services at Esquire magazine <br /></a><br />It seems there are 2 options, a virtual assistant for cheap (get friday) and task programs. Check out this <a href="https://www.getfriday.com/monthly.htm">price list</a>. Unbelievable. There may be benefits to trying both. So far I asked AskSunday to find me activities in Malibu on Saturday and first they sent me things that were way too far. Then I was pleased to see they caught their own mistake and sent me new info on closer activities. But unfortunately it was a list of shops and I don't really like to go shopping and don't consider shopping a fun Saturday activity. So for the geographic test they are not up to par. Will let you know how it goes when I find out more.Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541441288187501505.post-56740361112069212412007-08-10T00:36:00.001-07:002007-08-10T00:36:16.021-07:00Sunday 24/7 Personal Assistant Service Creates Enhanced MobilityLooks like it could save an entrepreneur lots of time. Gonna check it out this month and let you know what I think. Here's their sales info. Sunday offers a revolutionary time-saving service providing enhanced mobility for its members. Sunday gives busy people the resources of a 24/7 personal assistant, available real-time via telephone and Internet, at a fraction of the cost of other options. The service is available nationwide and we currently have customers across the US<br/><br/><a href='http://www.asksunday.com'>read more</a> | <a href='http://digg.com/gadgets/Sunday_24_7_Personal_Assistant_Service_Creates_Enhanced_Mobility'>digg story</a>Espreehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06130594094970923474noreply@blogger.com0