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“America Makes” it into new book – Fastenerblog.net

I just finished Tony Robbins’ newest book, “Money: Master The Game”. You know Tony Robbins, the high energy coach, author, guru. Hard to describe him. Anyways, this guy has access to anyone and everyone so when he writes a book about a topic, ... [Read More]
2015/01/12

Fastenerblog.net – What’s ahead for 2015?

I got my January 2, 2015 edition of The Kiplinger Letter just a day ago. It included ten forecasts for 2015. The first one was very upbeat as it read “the economy will finally hit stride racking up solid 3% growth for the year. Look for consumer ... [Read More]
2015/01/04

Black Friday Blues – Fastenerblog.net

November 28, 2014 / travelingsalesman /I cannot think of anything more dreadful than going shopping on Black Friday.  I am entirely fine with those people who enjoy it.  I know for some families it is a day to shop with a sister or a good friend, ... [Read More]
2014/11/28

Vegas by the Numbers – Fastenerblog.net

I’m gathering up all the things I need to take to the STAFDA show which begins Sunday evening.  I have not been to the STAFDA show for a few years and I am looking forward to it.  At the Vegas Fastener Show, I pretty much know what I am getting ... [Read More]
2014/11/08

Planning for 2015 – confessions of a tortured mess – Fastenerblog.net

I had a conversation today with Don Shan of Solution Industries today. It made me feel kind of good because he is as much of a tortured mess as I am. We were discussing our schedules since we have returned from the Vegas Show and we both admitted ... [Read More]
2014/11/05

FTI – Structural Bolting Seminar – Fastenerblog.net

Finally got an opportunity to sit in on one of the Fastener Training Institute’s webinars on October 31. It was the Structural Bolting Seminar conducted by Carmen Vertullo. I have had the pleasure of attending other classes conducted by Carmen and ... [Read More]
2014/11/03

Vegas Show 2014 – Fastenerblog.net

The Vegas show was again very active this year. Some exhibitors told me that their booths were extremely busy, possibly the best show they ever had. A few said they thought the show was not as busy. I guess it depends on your booth and possibly if ... [Read More]
2014/10/26

Post from October 11, 2007 – Fastenerblog.net

(from an old post but the strategy is still sound) Fastener Show Preparation Are you getting ready for the Las Vegas Fastener Show? Do you have strategy? No, I’m not talking about which bar you are going to end up at by the end of the night ... [Read More]
2014/10/14

Bourbon Room Bash – Fastenerblog.net

Out in the field, many people are talking about the upcoming Vegas Fastener Show. It’s next month!! Do not forget to join us at the Bourbon Room on Thursday night after the show and after you dinners and hospitality suites.(...) via Bourbon Room ... [Read More]
2014/09/11

A Scholarship Opportunity and a Scholarship Announcement – Fastenerblog.net

So, before I get into this, did you ever figure out where to find the picture of Atlas trying to roll the stone uphill?? Check out the Fully Threaded Radio site: http://fullythreaded.com/fch/fullythreaded.nsf/Fastener Scroll down to the bottom and ... [Read More]
2014/08/27