In Search of Excellence and not finding it at the Mariott

I've been reading the 1982 book on corporate management called In Search of Excellence; Lessons from America's Best-Run Companies. It was my father's copy and he was getting rid of it. In reading it I was constantly reminded of Professional River Outfitters, in Flagstaff, AZ, where I last worked. It is obvious to me that the owner of PRO has integrated the basic learnings of this book in his approach to management, and also obvious to me that IT WORKS. This book is an excellent read even though it is 26 years old.
( characteristics of corporate excellence, and more )

Where to buy your Ron Paul sign

http://www.ronpaul2008store.com/servlet/Categories?category=Signs

I just ordered some. =-] Here's today's utube inspiration! I'm proud to say that my favorite online doc (Mercola) is actively supporting Ron Paul, and he has 1.3 million subscribers to his newsletter.

Guess Who is more hooked on Fast Food than Americans?

The folks of the UK are even less likely to be willing to give up their burgers and fries than we are! And obesity is on the upswing all over the world, except in a few parts of Asia. Read about it on the BBC: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/7165990.stm.
( the text )