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				<title>George Washington Murdered!</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=143</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ It’s too gruesome to even put into words.  Just look at the picture, but make sure you are sitting first.
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 21:30:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>The 80/20 Rule is 80% Accurate 20% of The Time</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=141</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ Italy’s 1800’s famed economist, Vilfredo Pareto’s, determined that 20% of the Italian population controlled 80% of the country’s wealth.  Likewise, 20% of the country’s wealth was controlled by 80% of the population.  This observation can be applied to many facets of business and life.  But buyer beware, this formula doesn’t apply all the time. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2008 10:51:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>Be a Public Performer, Not a Public Speaker</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=140</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ There is a common thread that made them great, and I am trying to become proficient at it.  To enhance your progress as a successful first time entrepreneur, you need to also put effort into mastering public speaking.  There is no stuttering question about it. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2008 12:05:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>My Meatloaf is Better Than Yours</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=138</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ Everyone has at least one or two God-given talents, whether it’s schmoozing or organizing or whipping up a mean meatloaf. Those strengths hold the key to greatness – or at least a fat bank account – because for you, it’s a no-brainer. You’ve got it in the bag… or oven, as it were.  ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2008 13:23:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>Can’t Sell Your Way Out of a Paper Bag?</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=136</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ I believe in training, but only in training to enhance what you are naturally strong at.  Training in areas where you are weak and are trying to “fix” rarely, if ever, brings about permanent change.  My philosophy is the same with sales.  If you are bad at it, don’t do it and don’t waste you time trying to train yourself.   ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:59:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>Tell The Truth… People Will Be Shocked!</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=135</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ Launching your first business is all about being true to your values, not telling the customer what they want to hear.  A good friend of mine, Lesley-Ann Trow of Gorgeous Things, took her struggling company and converted it into a healthy business.  The amazing part is she didn’t change a thing about the business.  All she did was speak the truth about herself and her values.  Clients are now flocking to her. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:02:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>How Parents Can Help Young Entrepreneurs</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=129</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ Starting your first company is a family affair.  If you are married, your spouse’s support is crucial.  If you are a young, single first time entrepreneur the support of your parents is critical.  Shonika Proctor of Renegade CEOs, a program exclusively for teenage entrepreneurs, has some great tips.  But they are not for you; they are for your folks.  Have ‘em give this a read: ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:12:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>If You Want To Make God Laugh, Tell Her Your Plans</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=128</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ No matter how much I plan, life seems to have no concern for my expectations.  Instead she moves life along according to her agenda.  Historically, I have responded in two ways: fighting it occasionally and going with it at other times.  Now I believe it is time to simply go with it. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:48:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>Lawyers Rule!</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=124</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ There are few easier ways to engage a new client than through a highly qualified recommendation.  Maybe it is time for you to stop exclusively pursuing clients directly and to start pursuing relationships with trusted advisors. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:02:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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				<title>For A Fat Chick, You Don’t Smell That Bad</title>
				<link>http://www.obsidianlaunch.com/index.php?id=123</link>
				<description><![CDATA[ Sales are about genuinely helping and genuinely caring about the prospect.  All too often, sales people are focused on crafting the catchy one liner and end up simply getting in the face of their prospects.  You must be careful to make sure, whatever you are doing, you do not insult your prospect… even if she is a fat chick AND smells bad. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:46:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<dc:creator>Mike Michalowicz</dc:creator>
				
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