1. Will these discounts work?
i think that it will because more people will buy if they feel that they are getting a better price.
2. Is the economy that bad as to where people will not travel on vacation?
for some yes, but people are still receiving bonuses so i think they might have to cut back on how much they vacation but not cut it out all together.
3. Does it hurt in state residents decision to travel to in state vacation areas?
no; the cost of gas or flying would be cheaper.
4. Would it hurt the economy more to offer these discounts?
no it would also bring in more business for the resorts...
Monday, March 30, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
The American Pie Factory
1. Do you believe that the owners did a good job of market research?
the article didn't really give information about that but they seem confident in the company doing well so i guess. (the name doesn't match what they sell; that bothers me)
2. Do you feel as thought this business can be successful or are there too many sports bars and pizza places to go to?
i think that they will do if they offer good tasting food and amazing customer service but like other restaurants business might slow down some after being opened for a while.
3. With the economy, how can they make sure this business survives?
not getting themselves in too deep. they need to start small and as the economy changes make those changes along with it.
4. How would you market this business to possible customers? Give your best sales pitch!!
PARENTS; SUMMER IS JUST AROUND THE CORNNER! THE KIDS ARE PLAYING SPORTS AND AFTER GAMES THEY'RE READY TO EAT! WHY NOT BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY ON DOWN TO THE NEW AMERICAN PIE FACTORY LOCATED ON 103 Beacon Drive, near Pelham Road and I-85. WE HAVE A FAMILY ENVIRONMENT THAT'S JUST WHAT YOU NEED TO KEEP THE KIDS HAPPY AND FULL! AT NIGHT WE TRANSFORM INTO A MORE MATURED ATOMOSPHERE SO PARENTS COME BACK AND RELAX WITH US WE OFFERS 24 DIFFERENT TYPES OF BEER ON TAP!
the article didn't really give information about that but they seem confident in the company doing well so i guess. (the name doesn't match what they sell; that bothers me)
2. Do you feel as thought this business can be successful or are there too many sports bars and pizza places to go to?
i think that they will do if they offer good tasting food and amazing customer service but like other restaurants business might slow down some after being opened for a while.
3. With the economy, how can they make sure this business survives?
not getting themselves in too deep. they need to start small and as the economy changes make those changes along with it.
4. How would you market this business to possible customers? Give your best sales pitch!!
PARENTS; SUMMER IS JUST AROUND THE CORNNER! THE KIDS ARE PLAYING SPORTS AND AFTER GAMES THEY'RE READY TO EAT! WHY NOT BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY ON DOWN TO THE NEW AMERICAN PIE FACTORY LOCATED ON 103 Beacon Drive, near Pelham Road and I-85. WE HAVE A FAMILY ENVIRONMENT THAT'S JUST WHAT YOU NEED TO KEEP THE KIDS HAPPY AND FULL! AT NIGHT WE TRANSFORM INTO A MORE MATURED ATOMOSPHERE SO PARENTS COME BACK AND RELAX WITH US WE OFFERS 24 DIFFERENT TYPES OF BEER ON TAP!
Monday, March 16, 2009
Dane Cook__<3
i can prove that this is a form of marketing and management because Dane Cook is in a global comedy tour and on June 25, 2009, he will be preforming at the Colonial Life Arena. by placing ads like the one to the left, he is marketing his tour so that people will know about it and attend. The turn out of his show and the profits that he will receive is a part of management.
Friday, March 13, 2009
saving money
1. Is this too extreme at this time in the recession?
i mean i think it's on the drastic side; but at least she won't have to worry about not being able to feed her children.
2. Do you or your family do any saving to this extreme? If so, What?
we don't use or bathrooms we have an outhouse as well as we are only allowed to shower once a week and we don't eat period
we are getting solar panels put on our roof to conserve energy (won't have an electric bill)
3. Do you think that eventually we will all have to save 50% or more of our income each month?
i think that eventually we might NEED to but in all reality people will still have bills to pay and will need that money to do so
4. What are other methods that you may know of to save more money?
turn the water off while brushing your teeth, take baths, using the bathroom if it's yellow let it mellow if its brown flush is down, turn off the lights when you're not in a room as well as any other appliances, don't eat out as much, save leftovers, by things on sale, walk if you can or car pull, etc
i mean i think it's on the drastic side; but at least she won't have to worry about not being able to feed her children.
2. Do you or your family do any saving to this extreme? If so, What?
we don't use or bathrooms we have an outhouse as well as we are only allowed to shower once a week and we don't eat period
we are getting solar panels put on our roof to conserve energy (won't have an electric bill)
3. Do you think that eventually we will all have to save 50% or more of our income each month?
i think that eventually we might NEED to but in all reality people will still have bills to pay and will need that money to do so
4. What are other methods that you may know of to save more money?
turn the water off while brushing your teeth, take baths, using the bathroom if it's yellow let it mellow if its brown flush is down, turn off the lights when you're not in a room as well as any other appliances, don't eat out as much, save leftovers, by things on sale, walk if you can or car pull, etc
Monday, March 9, 2009
ENTREPRENEURSHiP
1. What are your thoughts on the comments on this article?
i think that Alan touches on some good points
2. Visit this blog and give your comments on what is said about entrepreneurship?
Two types of entrepreneurs exist: the “caught between a rock and a hard place” entrepreneur, and the serial entrepreneur. (Alan)
i agree with the statement, "there are two types of entrepreneurs". and basically i think what he is trying to say is that there are entrepreneurs that start up their own business; but unfortunately they don't know where to start or become lazy and the business goes down the drain...
i think that Alan touches on some good points
2. Visit this blog and give your comments on what is said about entrepreneurship?
Two types of entrepreneurs exist: the “caught between a rock and a hard place” entrepreneur, and the serial entrepreneur. (Alan)
i agree with the statement, "there are two types of entrepreneurs". and basically i think what he is trying to say is that there are entrepreneurs that start up their own business; but unfortunately they don't know where to start or become lazy and the business goes down the drain...
Friday, March 6, 2009
Assignment for Friday, March 06, 2009
1. Research the three types of risk (economic, natural, and human) Writing down what each part represents and give an example.
· Economic Risk-risks that result from changes in overall business conditions.
o Businesses that fail to change their products when competitors offer more features and benefits lose sales and experience economic risk.
· Natural Risk-risks that are caused by natural occurrences.
o A typical business insurance policy may not cover damage cause by acts of war or riots; special insurance may be required to cover regional threats such as earthquakes or floods.
· Human Risk-risks caused by human mistakes or dishonesty, or other risks that can be controlled by humans.
o The financial impact of robbery or embezzlement to job-related injury or illness.
2. How do they protect against each risk from the aspect of a business owner or entrepreneur.
· Business owners cannot eliminate all risk; but marketers can reduce and manage their risks.
3. Have them find the website for About Retail Industry. It is part of the About.com network. And answer the specific questions here:
a. How much money per year do businesses lose through theft and employee error
· It ranges from billions of dollars per year.
b. What is the majority age of shoplifters
· Starting from teens up to 25 years of age.
c. What is the average theft amount per incident
· Anywhere up to $1,058 per person annually.
d. What is source tagging
· The process by which disposable Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) anti-theft labels and / or Hard Tags are incorporated into merchandise at the manufacturing, packaging, or third party level. This is the fastest growing sector of the EAS industry.
e. What are the three major retailers that are using source tagging
· A&H MFG CO.
· Avery Dennision
· B&G International
f. Find another article on retail theft and name it. Also, write a short
paragraph summary of the article illustrating the main points.
Ledger staff
Published: Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 4:44 p.m. Last Modified: Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 9:37 p.m.
LAKELAND Law enforcement arrest teams throughout Central Florida today served five search warrants and arrested up to 18 people related to a multi-million dollar retail theft ring and fencing operation involving health, beauty and cosmetic products and over-the-counter medicines, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Each of the suspects is being charged with one count of felony racketeering, which carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison, and one count of felony conspiracy to commit racketeering, which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison.
“What started as a simple shoplifting investigation turned into the discovery of a far flung criminal conspiracy that counted on common street criminals to steal millions of dollars of merchandise to supply other criminals selling on the Internet and in flea markets. Because of our talented investigators and team work with multiple agencies, these thieves and criminal resellers will be going away to prison for a long, long time,” Sheriff Grady Judd said.
The arrests come at the end of a seven-month long investigation that began June 26 when Rita Maddox, currently in the Hillsborough County Jail, and Elisha Cordle of Dover were arrested by Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies for stealing about $4,500 in merchandise, mainly Oil of Olay products, from the Shepherd Road Publix in Lakeland, according to the Sheriff's Office.
The initial investigation into the retail theft revealed that the suspects were part of a larger organized criminal enterprise that operated in multiple jurisdictions.
The investigation further uncovered that the theft and fencing operation had been operating for about five years and is linked to retail loss statewide, the Sheriff's Office said.
· This article proves that retail theft is a serious crime; and if you get caught you will pay time. More and more retail theft is going on throughout the states and law enforcers are doing everything they can to try and prevent shoppers from stealing.
g. Why do you think people shoplift?
I think that people shoplift one because they want something but don’t have the money or want to spend the money to get it legally; therefore they shoplift. Also, I think that some do it for the “thrill”/ adrenaline rush or the fact that they like the thought that they are getting away with it.
h. What are the advantages for a retailers using source tagging?
Enables them to ensure solid in-stock positions
Maximize inventory turns
Reduce shoplifting losses
i. Do you think About retail industry would be a good source for information for a business owner. Who or why not?
· I do not agree that “About retail industry” is a good source for information for a business owner. This website does give accurate information, but when you type in your question it is too complicated to try and find what answer you’re looking for because it give you information about the main word in the question. Those are the reason’s I had to resort back to “Google” to find my answers because “About.com” just wasn’t doing it for me. :D
· Economic Risk-risks that result from changes in overall business conditions.
o Businesses that fail to change their products when competitors offer more features and benefits lose sales and experience economic risk.
· Natural Risk-risks that are caused by natural occurrences.
o A typical business insurance policy may not cover damage cause by acts of war or riots; special insurance may be required to cover regional threats such as earthquakes or floods.
· Human Risk-risks caused by human mistakes or dishonesty, or other risks that can be controlled by humans.
o The financial impact of robbery or embezzlement to job-related injury or illness.
2. How do they protect against each risk from the aspect of a business owner or entrepreneur.
· Business owners cannot eliminate all risk; but marketers can reduce and manage their risks.
3. Have them find the website for About Retail Industry. It is part of the About.com network. And answer the specific questions here:
a. How much money per year do businesses lose through theft and employee error
· It ranges from billions of dollars per year.
b. What is the majority age of shoplifters
· Starting from teens up to 25 years of age.
c. What is the average theft amount per incident
· Anywhere up to $1,058 per person annually.
d. What is source tagging
· The process by which disposable Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) anti-theft labels and / or Hard Tags are incorporated into merchandise at the manufacturing, packaging, or third party level. This is the fastest growing sector of the EAS industry.
e. What are the three major retailers that are using source tagging
· A&H MFG CO.
· Avery Dennision
· B&G International
f. Find another article on retail theft and name it. Also, write a short
paragraph summary of the article illustrating the main points.
Ledger staff
Published: Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 4:44 p.m. Last Modified: Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 9:37 p.m.
LAKELAND Law enforcement arrest teams throughout Central Florida today served five search warrants and arrested up to 18 people related to a multi-million dollar retail theft ring and fencing operation involving health, beauty and cosmetic products and over-the-counter medicines, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Each of the suspects is being charged with one count of felony racketeering, which carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison, and one count of felony conspiracy to commit racketeering, which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison.
“What started as a simple shoplifting investigation turned into the discovery of a far flung criminal conspiracy that counted on common street criminals to steal millions of dollars of merchandise to supply other criminals selling on the Internet and in flea markets. Because of our talented investigators and team work with multiple agencies, these thieves and criminal resellers will be going away to prison for a long, long time,” Sheriff Grady Judd said.
The arrests come at the end of a seven-month long investigation that began June 26 when Rita Maddox, currently in the Hillsborough County Jail, and Elisha Cordle of Dover were arrested by Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies for stealing about $4,500 in merchandise, mainly Oil of Olay products, from the Shepherd Road Publix in Lakeland, according to the Sheriff's Office.
The initial investigation into the retail theft revealed that the suspects were part of a larger organized criminal enterprise that operated in multiple jurisdictions.
The investigation further uncovered that the theft and fencing operation had been operating for about five years and is linked to retail loss statewide, the Sheriff's Office said.
· This article proves that retail theft is a serious crime; and if you get caught you will pay time. More and more retail theft is going on throughout the states and law enforcers are doing everything they can to try and prevent shoppers from stealing.
g. Why do you think people shoplift?
I think that people shoplift one because they want something but don’t have the money or want to spend the money to get it legally; therefore they shoplift. Also, I think that some do it for the “thrill”/ adrenaline rush or the fact that they like the thought that they are getting away with it.
h. What are the advantages for a retailers using source tagging?
Enables them to ensure solid in-stock positions
Maximize inventory turns
Reduce shoplifting losses
i. Do you think About retail industry would be a good source for information for a business owner. Who or why not?
· I do not agree that “About retail industry” is a good source for information for a business owner. This website does give accurate information, but when you type in your question it is too complicated to try and find what answer you’re looking for because it give you information about the main word in the question. Those are the reason’s I had to resort back to “Google” to find my answers because “About.com” just wasn’t doing it for me. :D
Thursday, March 5, 2009
1. What do you know of Virgin?
Virgin Music
Virgin Atlantic Airways
planes, trains, finance, soft drinks, music, mobile phones, holidays, cars, wines, publishing, bridal wear - the lot!
2. What are your thoughts on beginning a business from scratch and making it into a multi-billion dollar corporation?
i think that it would take a lottttt of time and harddd work! you would have to be very patient and persistent. (but) it would be worth the wealth
3. What kind of marketing techniques did he use?
it doesn't really say
4. Do you think that you are born to be an entrepreneur or become one through schooling and learning?
i think that some have it in them but everyone needs schooling and learning and etc.
Virgin Music
Virgin Atlantic Airways
planes, trains, finance, soft drinks, music, mobile phones, holidays, cars, wines, publishing, bridal wear - the lot!
2. What are your thoughts on beginning a business from scratch and making it into a multi-billion dollar corporation?
i think that it would take a lottttt of time and harddd work! you would have to be very patient and persistent. (but) it would be worth the wealth
3. What kind of marketing techniques did he use?
it doesn't really say
4. Do you think that you are born to be an entrepreneur or become one through schooling and learning?
i think that some have it in them but everyone needs schooling and learning and etc.
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