Hurley Write, Inc. 3/18/10 12:55 PM

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Full Disclosure here for a second: I'm a closet l33t when I see bad writing in my local weekly magazine or in a poorly written catalog entry ok? Call me a snob for good English writing if you will. Pam's site hurleywrite.com is a business person's solution to the bad writing dilemma. Bad writing is a condition that can damage a business's image, portraying poor quality or even a lack of workmanship, but its often easily corrected. Hurleywrite.com empowers professionals to strengthen their writing skills and confidence with both online and onsite courses. In her words

"At Hurley Write, we understand that oftentimes the writing that your organization produces must reflect your organization's professionalism and ability to do a job. Too often, however, manuals and other documentation are produced that reflects a less-than-professional image. That's where we come in!"

Check out this site if you're at all interested in producing better manuals, correspondence, presentations, bid proposals, reports, charts, etc. in your business through better writing. If you just want to read some of her articles or admire her impressive list of corporate clients (State of NC Wildlife Resources Commission, The George Washington University, University of North Carolina at Wilmington: Office of the Provost) just click one of the links in this blog. You can even sign up for her newsletter.

 

Back Bay Fishing Charters 3/10/10 2:26 PM

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" My Minnows are Guaranteed to Catch Fish or They'll Die Trying"...now that's just funny right there LOL! Think about it. Sprinkled with much more clever humor like this, lostboyfishing.com is the unique and refreshing website for Back Bay Fishing Charters and it's fun . If you like folksy writing, pics of adults and kids having lots of fun, and a website that does fun-literature-for-its-own-sake then do yourself a favor and check out this one! I can only imagine what Captain Charlie “Lost Boy” Schoonmaker's actual fishing trips are like. 'nuff sed.

 

Copper Lily Salon and Day Retreat 3/8/10 2:20 PM

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From thirty minute facials and steams for busy people on the go and $35-$60 cuts for her clients to 90 minute restorative rejuvenating custom facial treatments, this elegant one pager http://copperlilydayretreat.com/ shows the menu of services available, simply. For salon customers the WELCOME text on this page states it best

"Welcome to Copper Lily Salon & Day Retreat; your place to destress, relax and reenergize in a convenient and exclusive environment. We provide you with only the finest in massage, hair, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures to ensure you look and feel beyond your best."

A Salon in Wilmington that helps its customers to look and feel their best. Now that's a luxury I'd like to check out sometime.

 

Flat Eddies Restaurant 3/2/10 12:01 PM

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How long has flat bread been around and why the current resurgence in this timeless staple? Well I don't know if the website answers these questions, BUT there is great food, aroma and atmosphere here. By now, most of you Wilmington locals know that Eddie Romanelli's Restaurant has changed its name to Flat Eddies Restaurant, and that this name derives from their ICONIC dish in the flat breads section of the menu. But as the menu points out to us,

"Homemade Breads are a universal symbol of hospitality in many cuisines and cultures and are meant to be shared with friends & family. Our artisan FLAT eddie’s flatbreads are made to order with scratch-made dough and delicious, flavorful toppings such as house roasted roma tomatoes, smoked chicken and peppadew peppers. Our flatbreads are wholesome enough for an entree or the perfect compliment to a bowl of soup or side salad. They are also perfect for sharing over good conversation and a bottle of wine!"

Indeed, the smell of homemade bread is synonomous with hospitality! It's almost primally delicious, subliminal. Flat Eddies has a brand new look and menu but has maintained its prominence as a destination restaurant and the website has some breakout new features to check out. Check out the Flat Eddies menu page!

 

D.W. Project Solutions 2/25/10 1:00 PM

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A. Kyle Myers presents his unique consulting expertise--hotel construction management--in this simple, clean and informative one-pager which now includes an email contact form for visitors to his webpage. He has opened, owned or renovated 25 hotels and he presents his leadership in this construction and property niche succinctly. He knows his stuff and it grabs your attention from his leadership skills--"leading a field team exceeding 100 installers, carpenters and tradesman," to the sizes of his projects--"background includes multiple major brands to independent and family owned properties...and everything in between" Kyle sells a service that seems indispensable to a hotelier.

After reading from the services part of his site I was compelled to 'google' two of his abbreviations to educate myself on what they meant.

• FF&E stands for Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment, and
• OS&E stands for Operating Supplies and Equipment.

Good to know. It seems that these purchases are best handled by experienced procurement agents and hospitality suppliers. IE, not just anyone.