Comments on: 6 things to do with an “activist investor”

By: Josh, Tucson, Az

Josh, Tucson, Az — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:54:07 +0000

what gives bing? your article didn’t show up on the website.

By: Josh, Tucson, Az

Josh, Tucson, Az — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:04:38 +0000

Yahoo hates microsoft. There should be a celebrity deathmatch between Ballmer and Yang, and Icahn should be the Don King promoting both fighters. If I was Yang I would have stuck it to Microsoft too. Yahoo’s stock has dropped since then but it is foolish to think the company is just going to “go away.” It may take time for Yahoo to recover their losses, but for crying out loud they are the number two man in the market. Google may be creaming them now, but I’m sure all this publicity isn’t hurting Yahoo. I applaud Yang’s decision because he was likely looking at the long term implications here. In five years from now what if yahoo is at 75 bucks a share. Then everyone will be calling Yang a genius for not selling to Ballmer. People need to stop looking at markets myopically. Anyone who is going for short term profit in this environment is insane. I think yahoo will do fine in the long term and maybe even in the mid-term.

By: Jack Hammond Canada

Jack Hammond Canada — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 02:50:25 +0000

Yhoooey blew the microsoft deal and I-can is there to administer a spanking.Nothing like having somebody poking a stick in the old campfire ashes to see if they can rekindle the fire. No I don’t think I-can should get any compensation to leave, rather he should be paid to stay and remind the shareholders of the deal they blew.

By: Bob Shelby Twp. Mi.

Bob Shelby Twp. Mi. — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:41:38 +0000

A “MOGUL” is dipicted as somewhat of a “GLADIATOR” at times; when in fact, the gladiator in Roman days entertained the mogul with his weapons and overwhelming strength to fight street people and, or, animals.

A mogul has autocratic control over his organization. Looking as though he was responsible for the entire construction or reconstruction of it, he is no more than a replaceable officer and spokesperson.

The model of a mogul that I respect is that of “JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER” When mentioned to him that he is very smart to put such a conglomerate together, he replied: “I’M NOT SO SMART, BUT I HAVE A LOT OF SMART PEOPLE WORKING FOR ME”!

In effect, Rockefeller, for the wealth bestowed upon him, gave credit to the people who created the wealth they all enjoy.

By: Ivan, Washington, DC

Ivan, Washington, DC — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:51:50 +0000

8. All board members should be aware that the other two new board members joining with Mr. Icahn are Lucky Eddie and Vinnie the Fish.

9. In this modern era, Board members are encouraged to switch from low-tech cotton and wool suits to something more casual made from Kevlar or any other ballistic and flame retardant materials. However, retro attire is also appropriate for board meetings. Especially chic are TWA captain’s hats. In keeping with this aeronautical theme, golden parachutes, as always, are highly encouraged.

(He may only have 5% of the stock but he’s already got 3 seats, which is half of the six he needs to take control of the board.)

By: Mydad, Cerritos, CA

Mydad, Cerritos, CA — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:33:19 +0000

7. Expanding its board by adding one more person: Steve Ballmer.

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