Business Venturer Mugs

'We haven't made a dime all day -- maybe renting an office wasn't such a hot idea after all.'

Innovate

"My ship had finally come in. . . then it sank!"

Profit

'We've financed three more startups for no fathomable reason.'

'Looks like your cash cow just got diverted to the slaughterhouse.'

'Well the good news is that we've landed some huge contracts in China!'

Go team!

'We should buy London and ship it to the States!'

'We need to change our luck. Let's move our headquarters to Redmond, the home of Microsoft.'

I'm a self-made man!

'I want you to paddle against the current.'

The Rubber Ball Company

'Got to admit,as far as mission statements go, it's pretty damn bold.'

'You're close, Spencer, but usually a business plan is a little more involved!'

'Wow! I never thought it would actually WORK!'

'We've financed three more startups for no fathomable reason.'

"Better than a business model, I have a business scheme."

"I'm starting my own delivery service. Is there anything you want to borrow from my Dad?!"

'You're developing a reputation as something of a cowboy, Henderson.'

Not thinking BIG enough: Nickel & Dime Bank.

A balloon seller is selling thought bubble balloons

Computer Hitching a Ride to Silicon Valley

"If I seem excited, Mr. Bolling, it's only because I know that I can make you a very rich man."

'Based on your travels, what would you say is the greatest potential downside, if any, to investing in the Upper Amazon?'

"Hire me and I'll bring in orders. Big orders. You're gonna need a bigger door."

Lemonade Stand With Free Wi-Fi

"That was a great ideaof yours, chester."

'We must grasp this new opportunity'

"With this company, it's like 'Adventure Capital."

"I love fast break business success."

"The Internet startup had only enough cash for one more day. But, miraculously, the money lasted for eight days, until more venture capital could be raised."

'If we all work together, shoulder to shoulder, we can turn this company around a full 360 degrees.'

"Ya, right. Who needs a web presence. I'll just compete in the global economy from here."

Five Ideas For Success: Always finish what you. . .