Bloopers, Branding and Mis-Translations

Room Service, Diseases, Casual Dining and a Room with a View – Here’s Friday Funnies

Sweltering heat and hurricane season in full bloom - August never fails to deliver! Weather challenges aside, August is full of wonderful days to celebrate. So, whether you're escaping the heat or steering clear of stormy skies, we can revel in observances like: Grab Some Nuts DayWiggle Your Toes DayNational Toilet Paper DayTomatoes Galore Day.… Continue reading

Global Business. More than just translated words. Or Bloopers.

According to the US Bureau of Economic Analysis, US goods and services exports totaled $1.24 trillion in Q1 2025. In spite of tariff threats, world business continues to boom. The critical issue is that business methods here usually differ from business methods there. And those methods involve more than just translating words. Americans often assume… Continue reading

A MOO-stake, a Holy Spud, Unwelcome Visitors and Beer-errors – It’s Friday Funnies

Ah, July! The middle of summer is here and already we're seeing ads for back to school - to the delight of a few parents. Many of you are in the midst of vacations here or abroad, enjoying new sites, sounds and flavors. Maybe you're enjoying a staycation and observing some of the delightful celebrations… Continue reading