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Archive for January, 2007

The Barter Conduit Makes Sense If You Have A Low Variable Cost

Saturday, January 27th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

I’ve always found the nation’s $11 billion health club industry fascinating, especially (more…)

Bartered Diamond Necklace By Celebrity Jeweler Best Business Decision

Saturday, January 27th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

Ronald Winston is the son of the famed celebrity jeweler Harry Winston (his jewelry is worn by the stars at Academy Award presentations). Over a lifetime of dealings a barter (more…)

Here’s Another Great “If Only” Story

Friday, January 26th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

In 2001, Yahoo boss Terry Semel met with Google’s two young founders, Larry Page and Sergei Brin, for dinner and talk turned to a (more…)

There’s More Than One Way To Deal With Suppliers

Friday, January 26th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

One of the nation’s top 10 home builders, Lennar Corp., is asking (more…)

Ali Learned Early To Imitate & Innovate

Friday, January 26th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

When Muhammad Ali was beginning his pro career, he was interviewed on a sports talk-show, in his hometown of Louisville (KY). Also on the show was (more…)

Barter’s Role for Entrepreneur Who Is Building A $155 Million (World’s Most Expensive) Home

Thursday, January 25th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

Timothy Blixseth, 55, is a most interesting guy. Recently he and his wife split and did so by sitting down over a glass of wine and dividing up their assets. What a novel idea for (more…)

Creator Of ‘ITM Hospitality Fund’ Puts Her Barter Business To Work For Those In Need

Thursday, January 25th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

Years ago I met Jody Merl at an IRTA Convention. She was a panelist on hotel trading, and her knowledge on the subject was most (more…)

Networking Practices Pay Off Handsomely

Thursday, January 25th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

Last week the owner of a radio station in Grand Rapids (MI) contacted me about his intent to do a five-figure trade that would include drive time opportunities. He was (more…)

Good Barter Management Increases Cash Flow And Your Line Of Credit

Thursday, January 25th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

Many companies, especially small businesses, find themselves in excruciating cash crunches and do not know (more…)

Sign Of The Times…Change Or Else!

Thursday, January 25th, 2007

By Bob Meyer

It doesn’t matter how big and powerful you are, the message is (more…)