Month: April 2011

The Benefits of Pissing People Off

We’ve previously discussed the various aspects of angel investing and what we look for in a business and its management. Today I want to talk about the other side of the coin. My reason for discussing this topic was prompted by my having a quite drink with a friend recently.

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Ugly, Uglier and Ugliest

I’m a bit rushed today. Airports, taxis, meetings… As such, if this post appears rushed that’s because it is being typed while trying to ignore the woman on my right, who won’t shut up about her “lovely new condo she’s purchased which EVERYONE should see.” Note to self… freaking insane!

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Holding Structure for Cross Border Deals

Firstly, I wanted to thank everyone who has written in wishing me well after my altercation with the Lionfish. My foot is still attached, and has failed to morph into some ungodly attachment that I fail to recognize upon waking each morning.  I am up on two functioning feet again and ready

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Term Sheet Template And Open Source For Entrepreneurs

A quick follow-up to my latest views on medical care in the “3rd World” from the surgical wards of Thailand. Some months ago while spending time in New Zealand, I had inquired about some minor elective surgery. I was quoted a whopping NZD$1,000 for what amounts to a 15-minute operation.

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