Stories tagged “business”
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I Doth Bestow A Wee Bit of Competition (Milkshake Challenge)
The Clopping Goat was busier than usual this late morn. Villagers roamed around outside waiting to get a table. My pub was emptied and I was quite furious. I stomped over and lurked outside the back alley of the establishment. An aproned woman elbowed ...
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Thoughts of a Dying Billionaire
“One day, they will all know my name.” “They do, sir. You are the most successful businessman in all the world.” “Oh yes, so I am. Well then one day, they will all respect me.” “This, too, is already the case. ...
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Brainstorming
“Yo! You home?” I looked up as Robbie stepped into the kitchen. “Do you ever knock?” He smiled. “I’ll knock when you lock your front door.” I blinked. “Fair enough. Good timing, though.” “What...
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19 million dollar Accountant
As soon as Theo saw Stew amongst a couple corporate level executives, he felt a rush of energy and direction. Without hesitation, Theo headed to the punch bowl where the men in expensive suits were gossiping money matters. “Mr. Sanko, Mr. Laveen,...
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The White Van
He pulled me into an embrace, crushing my body against his own. He leaned in and whispered, “Got to make it look realistic now!” he sneered, “Smile” he said, pulling me tighter. Meekly I did as I was told. The crushing pain rele...
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The Tunnels Pt.3
“Yes I got the tickets father, am just leaving the house now to meet up with Raymond at the airport, and then we will make our way to your house.” – “Then we will see you a little after 8 then. I will let you go so you can beat ...
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Corruption
One strip of flesh per glance One mended bone per touch One broken soul per chance One idea unites per purpose Delaying peace shouldn’t be for purchase anymore It’s non of business’s business to be funding war It shouldn’t be in...
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The Man In Charge
“I’m so busy today, I really just can’t see to it.” “Well you are the man in charge.” “Never mind that, do you have the reports?” “Reports?….” “Theresa over in funding was supposed...
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No Place for Passion
My high school year book awarded me “most likely to do something crazy with his/her life”. I had taught people to juggle fire, organized no pants subway rides, and was the first follower whenever I overheard a crazy idea. Throughout college...
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Nepotism (2)
The dance floor flailed— heaving like a spider web hung heavy with the rhythm of frantic flies. Opportunistic spiders spin their web’s near the bright lights Matt thought, standing silently stoic, calm and alert. He thought some more. Winsl...
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For The Sake Of Tradition
Suddenly, the scent of dry centuries and dusty skin filled Lancaster’s nose, tickling like the whiskers of a cat with boundary issues. He sniffled and pulled his handkerchief from his pocket, wiping it twice across his nostrils. The room was stil...