Never blow up a bridge, even if you badly want to

Bridges connect two distinct and often distant points, over a dangerous terrain or physical gap. They're often used as a metaphor for connecting distinct and often opposing opinions or interests. Just like physical bridges, the ones that are established in the entrepreneurial world can often … [Read more...]

Focus on the domain transaction!

I'm being tempted to comment about people with ADD - those whose condition hinders them from focusing more than a few minutes on a subject. In this case, however, I believe it's simply bad business manners: when one contacts me for a domain, placing a lowball offer no less, I expect them to wrap … [Read more...]

Moniker: Your money is safe at a domain registrar

With all the latest uproar regarding the Cyprus bailout, I can say this: your money is safer sitting at a domain registrar, than at a Cypriot bank. Having had a balance of $3.52 at Moniker for several years, I am watching that odd-figured nest-egg sitting there, without much of a disturbance - or … [Read more...]

Silly arguments deserve short and to the point responses

Every domain inquiry that I've received over the years, serves as a lesson in communications. Some were one-time queries that either led to a sale via a third party venue or never heard from again, others evolved into lengthier exchanges. These days, time comes at a premium, and my responses … [Read more...]

Eurofascism – Or, how the stock markets are set for a steep dive on Monday

The recent rally of the financial markets, including the NYSE, might have brought blissful smiles to day traders; but those that trade with skepticism know that what goes up, must come down. Right this minute, the nation of Cyprus is being pillaged financially, with the Germany-guided "troika" … [Read more...]