Oct 21
adminBusiness dallas web development, seo, yourthinkbox
Well, I’ve successfully done the relaunch on my SEO and web development business. If you have a chance, check out yourthinkbox.com. The company is a total solutions provider that is based in Dallas, Tx. We use a proprietary form of SEO and SEM to generate traffic for up and coming websites. I also blog about the SEO and web business multiple times a week. Please take a second and go check it out and let me know what you think!
Oct 10
adminBusiness
In even more shocking news, the Dow Jones has fallen even further below 10k. It is currently trading in the 7000’s.
From cnbc:
“You got a sense that once they got to that spot when they broke 8,000 in the Dow that they were holding them, that they were going to be able to fend off the waves of selling,” Gordon Charlop, of Rosenblatt Securities, said on CNBC. “You could just get a sense that they were finding a level.”
The Dow is in a freefall at a record pace. We are undoubtedly entering a recession and it will take an act of God to keep us out of a depression. The only comfort is that Oil is falling along with the rest of the world markets.
The world is totally coming to an end.
Oct 09
adminBusiness 10000, 9000, Below, Dow, Economy
In unexpected news, on Thursday October 9th, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped below 9000. This has come after a month of hell on Wall Street. I really don’t know what to think or say except ‘wow.’
A few months ago, some of my colleagues and I were half-heartedly joking about the DJIA dropping below 10,000. At the time, I figured that it wouldn’t happen, but as we draw further and further into this banking fiasco, nothing is unexpected anymore.
How low can the market go? Some “experts” are saying that the market could fall as low at 7000. What would this mean for the U.S. economy? nothing good.
U.S. Dollar vs Euro
What is even more weird is that even though the U.S. economy is in a vertical nose dive, the dollar is remaining particularly strong against the Euro. I guess the E.U. is just as screwed as we are.
Aug 25
adminBusiness grind, mondays, work
I don’t know if it was because of a particularly entertaining weekend, poor sleep, or the fact one of my bosses didn’t show up (while the other ducked out early). But today I seriously have a case of the Monday’s. I’ve been grinding through my call list all day, but the day keeps going slower and slower. I’ve had slow days before, but this one definitely takes the cake.
I do have a couple of projects I really want to work on tonight. All I can think about is continuing my redesign of www.yourthinkbox.comand a couple of secret projects i’m working on. Maybe that is why today’s going so damn slow.
Back to the grind I go.
Aug 25
adminBusiness interview, job
First, don’t get me wrong. I love my current job. My colleagues are amazing. My bosses are incredible. I can dress comfortably when I come to work and I enjoy being in a web 2.0 style team-oriented enviroment. I come to work every day and I work as hard as I can, I leave everything on the table and I always will. My only problem with the job is that there isn’t much room for growth. It is in essence and Account Management (Sales) position. And while I love this opportunity, I’d like to get into some sort of management position.
I haven’t yet applied for any jobs, but recently I was contacted by a recruiter about a Jr Project Manager position for an Interactive Ad Agency in Dallas, Tx. I was completely stoked. This was totally my calling. I worked very hard for days optimizing my resume to fit the needs I thought they were looking for. I was genuinely excited at the prospect of being able to interview with the company.
Anyway, long story short – the Ad agency decided I had too much programming experience. Which is completely obsurd. I know for a fact that I was qualified for this position. This was my position! It would have given me an opportunity to lead and advance in an environment I could thrive and excel in.
Well, I didn’t know what to do, so I sent the companies HR department and e-mail asking for a more detailed response as to why I wasn’t even considered for an interview.
Am I expecting a response? No.
Were my attempts futile? Probably…
Did I do the right thing? I don’t know… what do you think? I need some opinions. what is your point of view?
Here are some things to keep in mind when you dont get an interview.
1. Review your resume. -
was your resume specific to the job you were applying for? It is always a good idea to have multiple resumes. Concentrate on your different strengths depending what position you’re applying for.
2. Review the position. -
were you underqualified or overqualified for the position you were applying for? Frequently, even though you think you may be the right person for the job, there is a chance that you may have been looking at the job with blinders. Often times, we think we are qualified even if we may not be. Sometimes, we are overqualified and employers may not be interested in paying the amount necessary.
3. Don’t Concentrate too much on one job. -
Don’t ever put all your eggs in one basket. If you are counting on one job, you are more than likely going to be disappointed. Keep in mind that > 5% of the population is looking for a job at any given time. This number is actually higher because people that have jobs are also looking for something better. There are many people applying for the same job as you. If you are counting on one opportunity, you are hurting your chances.
4. Keep trying. -
If at first you don’t succeed, try try again. don’t get down on yourself. Get out there and keep on applying. You will find something. It just takes time. You will find a job as long as you don’t give up. Keep applying. Keep Reviewing. Keep trying. If you do this, you are bound to find success.
Aug 07
adminBusiness
I’ve gotten a lot of requests for the entire gamestop Stategic Outlook so here it is. Please dont steal it. If you reference it, please ask permission first.
Strategic Management
Gamestop – Strategic Outlook
Gamestop is currently the largest video game retailer in the world. Globally, Gamestop operates over 5,100 stores and continues to add new stores constantly (Reuters Financial Website). This company also operates two online retail websites called Gamestop.com and EBgames.com. It also owns a leading multi-platform gaming publication called Game Informer. GameStop’s primary function is to sell both new and used video game software, hardware, and accessories from the leading game companies including Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony. This company also sells PC software, accessories, and other related merchandise including toys, cards, and movies (Reuters Financial Website). This paper explores what Gamestop should do strategically over the next decade; I will argue that the most effective steps for this company to take will be continued national and international expansion, a larger online presence due to increased competition, and a larger focus on the used videogame market.
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Jul 24
adminBusiness
here is is.. the final part of my overview -
The final aspect of the business plan pertaining to competitive advantage is the company’s ability to provide video game reservations. Game reservations allow customers to pay a portion or all of the cost of a video game before the game is released, which guarantees that they will be able to get the game the first day it is available. This small but important tactic allows Gamestop to make sales on video games before they are released, and estimate the number of games needed when they become available. This allows the company to maximize profits and inventory of video games and also lets both Gamestop and publishers estimate demand for future titles before they are released. These competitive advantages including name recognition, defined relationship with suppliers, and an established business plan, have allowed Gamestop to establish a current and future competitive advantage that will continue to expand as long as the company sticks to its plans for expansion and continues its remarkable customer service.
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Jul 17
adminBusiness fall, google, stock
Wow, this will be huge news tomorrow. Google only posted earnings of $4.63 per share and their stock tanked in after hours trading. Honestly look for the trend to continue tomorrow. This is bad news for the Giant M$ Killer. I have a feeling the last two days of the Bull Market are over!
::UPDATE::
Google’s Stock is already down 9%.
It is amazing what not meeting expectations can do to a company
Here’s a link to googles current stock price.
http://www.cnbc.com/id/15837272
Jul 10
adminBusiness
Here’s part three, only 2 more left!
The retail section of the video game industry, due to its rapid expansion, is becoming increasingly competitive. Gamestop enjoys a few competitive advantages over other businesses attempting to penetrate the video game retail industry. These advantages include name recognition, defined relationship with suppliers, and an established business plan which includes reservations and used video game sales. Gamestop emphasizes its concentration on the company’s advantages by stating, “Our disciplined approach to expansion, passion for gaming and superior customer service driven by knowledgeable sales associates, allow us to deliver superior returns and value to shareholders, customers, vendors and employees (Gamestop – 2006 Annual Report.)”
The first advantage Gamestop enjoys is the name recognition the company has established. Gamestop is recognized as the primary video game retailer in the world (Gamestop.com – Investment). Gamestop has established the company’s name recognition through rapid growth and customer service.
Over the past decade, Gamestop has used growth, both in the industry and in the company, to merge and buy out multiple of its competitors including Electronic Boutique, FunCo., and others (Reuters – Gamestop). These mergers and buyouts have allowed Gamestop to eliminate the majority of the company’s neighborhood competitors and have also allowed the company to establish a hold on the smaller niche video game only stores. Along with these buyouts, Gamestop has also rapidly expanded its store numbers by reinvesting profits and cash into new stores (Gamestop – Investor Relations). As previously stated, Gamestop currently has over 5,000 stores. This large number continues to grow at a much larger pace than any of its competitors (Gamestop.com).
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Jul 07
adminBusiness Gamestop, overview, strategic
Here is part two of my Gamestop Analysis for Strategic management at UTD.
Even with increasing competition, Gamestop has used the current boom in the videogame industry to expand its base and exposure at an increasing pace. Gamestop has had at least a 40% increase in stock appreciation per year every year since 2003, and was ranked as the 7th fastest growing retailer from 2000-2005, by two different independent national reports (Gamestop Investment Annual Meeting). The Corporation has used the increasing influx of cash to open new stores at an increasing pace, while simultaneously decrease the company’s debt. This optimized business plan will allow Gamestop to continue to grow at a record pace while lowering overall debt. As long as the videogame industry as a whole continues its record expansion Gamestop can continue to be the leading retailer in the industry as long as the firm pays attention and reacts to the actions of its direct competitors and future potential competitors.
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