How to Start a Two-Bit Operation: Small Business Tips

In a previous life, one where I was actually being paid to write software, I was a hermit.  I spent most of my time in my office, door closed, heads-down on whatever the must-fix technical problem of the moment was.  In my naiveté I figured that the rewards and recognition should come based mainly on [...]

Happy Fourth of July!  While the rest of the country celebrates with the customary barbeques, fireworks and road trips, I thought a fitting way to celebrate America would be to learn about one of its greatest businessmen, investors, and now philanthropists, Warren Buffett.  Buffett, the world’s 2nd-richest man behind Bill Gates, just announced he’d be [...]

I found an odd source of inspiration this week - the movie “Cars“. If you haven’t seen it yet, I’ll try not to spoil it for you, but let’s just say it’s a good story of friendship, loyalty, and “doing the right thing”. It emphasized that it’s not only whether or not you [...]

The choice for the second Two-Bit Bio comes from a recent flight on Southwest Airlines, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary as one of the most successful airlines in history. The growth and success of Southwest wouldn’t have been possible without the guidance and leadership of Herb Kelleher, whom we’ll learn about here.
Herb Kelleher, [...]

For the very first Two-Bit Bio, I thought we’d start with Marshall Field, founder of the Marshall Field Company, which has been purchased by Macy’s and will be losing its famous identity soon. So, if you live in Chicago, make sure you get your final Marshall Field’s fix before fall arrives. Here we [...]