Comments on: Lessons from the drug trade, and other entrepreneurial tips

By: marriage public records

marriage public records — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:52:28 +0000

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By: Ellie

Ellie — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:22:40 +0000

I agree, this type of person does make a good entrepreneur, however their honesty is questionable?

By: Treatment Professional

Treatment Professional — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 01:27:15 +0000

Randy- thank you for this information. I work in addiction treatment and I am going to pass this onto the board. This looks like a fantastic organization- and it is a brilliant idea. Some very capable recovering addicts just need a 'jumpstart' and something to work for.

By: Randy Spelling

Randy Spelling — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 20:54:31 +0000

This really reinforces my belief the addict personality type often makes for a great entrepreneur. For something interesting along these lines, look up the organization '12 Angels'. They provide micro finance to entrepreneurs in recovery from alcoholism or drug addiction.

By: melanie gao

melanie gao — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 01:29:28 +0000

The "One Man Drug Company" article is fascinating, thanks for the pointer! That's one of the things I love about your blog, you have great links. The book I'm reading now, Freakonomics by Levitt and Dubner, has a lot of other intriguing details about the business of the drug trade.

By: Recruiting Animal

Recruiting Animal — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 23:21:24 +0000

The first question listed is: “Are you inclined to rely more on improvisation than on careful planning?” Didn't you tell us your answer last week. (And recommend it for everyone?)

By: jim

jim — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 20:25:11 +0000

Thanks for mentioning that NY Magazine article, I love reading articles about "industries" that are normally shrouded in secrecy (at least most of the time). It was an exceptionally interesting read.