I stopped by each business this afternoon, and left my card. Neither owner has called me back yet.

I think I understand why. Entrepreneurs don't have time to talk to writers. They don't have time for anything other than the business.

There's also risk. Reporters have given the journalism business a black eye. I'm referring to those who fool their sources into speaking frankly, then go back to the newsroom and gin up a hit piece. They don't care how this reflects on the source; that's even a teaching point in public-relations school.

I hate reporters.

If I have the chance, I'll explain that I am a journalist, not a reporter. Talking to me is like talking to a book author. I gather information, sort it out for my readers, and write a story that's interesting, funny, and novel. Then I post it here.

entrepreneurs don't have time to read entire web sites, so in case my source is reading this, let me suggest some introductions to my work:

• Service businesses get honest reviews from me.
• I write essays that reflect on the culture, but don't judge it.
• I am a free-market fan, and I like to drink.
• A lot.

Obviously, I'm the writer for this story. And it won't cost the owner a thing.

Furthermore, I left my card at each of the two businesses, which operate side-by-side in hot competition. I'll see who calls first.

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