Author: ThomasPowell

  • Questions for Entrepreneurs

    Link:  So, You Want to Be an Entrepreneur – WSJ.com. @JoeWheeler suggested that #8 on the list should be moved to #1.  I think #2 is close, but not quite there.  I think the fallacy is that entrepreneurship is a path to an “easier life.”  The reality is that striking out on your own should…

  • Fifth Third Bank “Early Access” Check Advances

    Fifth Third Bank has been pushing this “service” pretty hard at their branches.  It’s basically a pre-authorized payday loan account that you can access through your online account access (for a small 10% advance fee).   I guess they need a replacement for bad home loans.  Their stock price, as of this writing, is in the…

  • A modern travel store

    wejetset – store.  iPod travel cases, bright artsy luggage tags and luggage.