This is the 2nd in a series of stories where entrepreneurs tell how they kept the bills paid, during the lean times.

In this installment, you meet Michael, Steve, and Adam.

Michael Lewis, Chief Concierge and Owner of Suite Arrival said, “I think one of the biggest mistakes a poor startup founder can make is attempting to operate at current capital expenditures. Meaning, trying to bootstrap a startup and still maintain the new car payments, weekend bar binges, movies at $12/ ticket, etc.

The lifestyle at least in my case had to change. The first thing I did when starting Suite Arrival was I saved money for 6 months like a squirrel stores acorns for winter. I then cashed out my 401k, and minimized my lifestyle. I got rid of everything and went all in. I sold my car, put away the Xbox and lived with a laptop, on a futon mattress and paid low rent for a room in someone’s house. No more expensive bar tabs or $20 lunches.

Entrepreneurs that are all in must realize that seeking out the discount lunches, clipping coupons and being frugal will extend the time they have to focus 100% hustle into the company. That’s why Suite Arrival has grown so much in just 6 months. I am on it 24/7 with everything I have. Plan, save, reduce, cash in and be frugal.”

For more information about Michael and Suite Arrival visit http://suitearrival.com/
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Steve Kamb, Founder of Nerd Fitness said, “I launched Nerd Fitness in the spring of 2009, and continued working my day job (I worked for a company that produced music cruises), for the next 18 months while building my audience for the website. I would work all day at the office, go to the gym, and then come home and work on the website from 8PM to midnight or 1AM, every day.

In June of 2010, despite not pulling in any money yet through my site, I made the decision to quit my job and concentrate full time on it. Over the past two months, I’ve picked up odd jobs here and there (I worked as a production assistant on a music video shoot for two nights, helped a friend work a concert another night, did some marketing research for a company another night, etc.). I recently launched my first money-making part of my company, but I still plan on picking up odd jobs here and there while growing the business.”

For more information on Steve and Nerd Fitness visit http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/
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Adam Kruse, Real Estate Broker with Hermann London said, “To keep the bills paid when I was starting in Real Estate I did a few things.”

1. Kept my day job for awhile.
2. Sold things for people on eBay and took a cut.
3. Cut overhead as much as possible by working from home, driving an old car, and utilizing interns.

For more information on Adam and Herman London visit http://www.hermannlondon.com/
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Julie Barnes is the author is this post. Julie is excited to be living in Generation E – the age of the Entrepreneur. As a writer, she enjoys writing about all aspects of the entrepreneurial journey. She enjoys interviewing entrepreneurs whose experience and wisdom can inspire others to follow their entrepreneurial dreams. Julie lives and works in the Kansas City suburb of Overland Park, KS with her husband Ron, lovable dog Hank, and sweet kitten Sammy. You can visit her site at www.julieabarnes.com. Follow Julie on Twitter at @JulieBarnesKS. Become a Facebook friend at Julie Barnes.

I think most students are in the swing of things with classes now, so I put together some tips that have really helped me through college. (Disclaimer – From my own experience, these tips are best if applied in a smaller classroom setting <50 students. These tips may not work for everyone).

I’m in my senior year in college and I consider myself a good student (3.5 GPA). I am also very good at doing as little as possible and still getting the good grade. I believe that it’s not just my brains that really help me get the great grades. It’s getting tight with the Professor that puts me ahead of the rest of the class. I’ve observed what the many students in my classes do. These students are also the ones who drop the class and get some of the worst grades in the class. I’m going to explain to you what many students do and then I’ll let you in on what a small number do, including myself.

Here is what many students do:

They head to the back row. I call this the safe zone or the don’t give a shit zone. You’re far away from the professor, which is the way you like it. No disrespect to the students who do care in the back row, but my opinion and what I have discussed with others is the back row is definitely not comprised of the stars in the class.

They don’t participate unless they’re called on, or if they do it is very rare.

When it’s getting close to the end of the class, they begin packing their stuff. The professor is still talking and students begin packing up.

When class is over, they’re gone before you can even notice. After the professor dismisses them, they’re the first ones up and out.

That’s my list of things I’ve noticed from the least successful students in class. Some of you may disagree and that’s fine, but these are just my observations.

Here is what I do:

Sit in the front row. It doesn’t have to be front and center. Anywhere in the front row will work well. Professors have told me that they believe first row students are more studious than others. One professor estimated letter grades by the row (A being the first row). The bottom line is that the first row is where all the action is. It’s hard to get distracted and you retain a lot more information. People tend to think that the front row is intimidating, but if you think about it differently, you have no one in front of you, but the professor. When you are in a row other than the front row and participate, everyone looks back at you. If you’re still not convinced…you make a good impression on the professor when you sit in the front.

I am always participating, answering and asking questions. There are usually a lot of opportunities to participate in class. If you didn’t read or have no idea what is going on, ask questions. Show the professor that you’re interested in learning and care about the class.

I wait until after class to put my things together. I have had numerous professors yell at the class for getting ready before class was over. It’s rude and really disruptive to the professor.

I stay after class and meet with the professor. I always take the initiative to meet my professors. I pay attention during their introductions, which gives me something to talk about with them. If you can relate to the professor and show them that you were listening to them while they introduced themselves, they will be really impressed. Some people call this “sucking up” or “brown-nosing”, but it’s a great way to form relationships. Not only will this help you with your grades, but it can also help you in the future. For example, professors can help you get jobs, they can write great letters of recommendations, and might even be willing to be your mentor.

4 easy ways to get ahead.

Without sacrificing party time and sleep time, you can easily help yourself get a better grade in a class.

This has to be one of the most ideal getaways. You are secluded from the real world and in a place that looks amazingly peaceful. I could probably write 50 articles a day if I lived here. I wouldn’t do anything but write and look out at the beautiful landscape. This beautiful estate is located in Clayton NY.

“Watch Island is a private island in the Thousand Islands region with a magnificent 6500 square foot Victorian mansion conveniently located between Clayton and Alexandria Bay near the Thousand Islands Bridge. The home features 10 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms on 1.3 acres. The mansion features all modern amenities and also has a large boat house and extensive docking facilities.” – Courtesy of WatchIslandClaytonNY.com

Yeaaaa, that’s right, a Mr. T watch. I also own a Movado and many other normal watches, so I don’t want anyone to question my ability to write a Hot Watch post.

Let’s get started. I’ve picked 6 watches I felt to all be hot in their own way. I know at least one of these watches will excite everyone of you out there.

“Black Gold” Rolex Two-Tone Submariner DLC

This is a classy, standout watch that everyone in the room will have their eyes on. It’s a two-tone Black Gold Rolex and it’s more beautiful then the sunset.
Price Tag: $8,000
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BR 01-92 Radar

This is an absolutely unique and stylish military type watch.
Price Tag: TBA
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Here is a YouTube video of a rep from Bell & Ross discussing the incredible watch.

Bugatti Super Sport Watch

This is definitely a baller status watch and in my opinion, not worth the money. Nonetheless, we had to include the “Fastest Watch in the World”.
Price Tag: $259,000
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Seiko Galante Mighty Atom Limited Edition Astro Boy Watch

Who likes Astro Boy? Unfortunately this watch will only be available in Japan, so not many people will be getting it. The blue strap on this really makes it pop.
Price Tag: $5,150
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Black Rolex Milgauss DLC Green Sapphire Bezel

This is my personal favorite in the spread. This watch screams sexy, especially the Green Sapphire Crystal around the face.
Price Tag: $9,500
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Lacoste 2010340

The Hottest Watch Under $500

This is a chill watch to wear in your casual gear.
Price Tag: $239
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Oh Google, how I love you. You always offer the best services at such a great price: FREE. Why can’t more companies be like you?

Recently released is Gmail Voice and Video Chat, so you can now call anyone in the world right from Gmail. Calls in the United States are free and calls to the rest of the world are at an extremely low price. Like the rest of the world, I use my cell phone, but when I’m home and I need to make calls I use Skype. Until now, I thought Skype was the best and most inexpensive way to make calls. Of course, Google comes around and offers the same service for nothing. Sorry Skype, but I’m going to have to choose Google over you. I wonder what’s going to happen to Skype??? This service is great for all those young hustlers needing to make business calls without spending any money.

Check out the article on how it works. Call phones from Gmail

YouTube stars make big money — but why? [Technolog on MSNBC]
Are You Plunking Down Real Money For Virtual Fun? [MPR NewsQ]
How Justin Timberlake Could Bring Sexy Back to Silicon Valley [Forbes Blog]
An Indian-origin entrepreneur takes car restoration to a new level [Business Line]
Blogging and Venture Capital (An interview with VC, Fred Wilson) [A VC]
Boob Apron: ‘Cami Secret’ Commercial Gets Hilarious Parody [Huff Post]
Wendy’s Training Videos From the Eighties Are Delicious (Video) [urlesque]
Entrepreneur Corner: 5 startup pitfalls to avoid, and how to position yourself against your competition [Venture Beat]
Can suicide bombing be funny? [The Sydney Morning Herald]
Top 10 ultra-luxury cars [IBN]
Here’s The New Brabus Mercedes SV12 R iBusiness – When Luxury Is A Must-Have [mibz]
‘Jersey Shore’ recap: 25 life lessons, like how to handle a pesky hippopotamus in your zoo/house [Entertainment]
20 Hilarious Google Voice Transcription Bloopers, Flubs, and Fails [Technologizer]

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Amidst Ronnie and Sam’s infamous arguing (Ronnie playing her, Sammi crying, Ronnie crawling into bed with her, Sammi yelling at him the next day), we got to finally see some action from Sitch, Pauly D, and Vinny. The MVP crew got wrapped up having two sets of girls at the house at the same time (one of them happened to be a grenade, or “Hippopotamus” as Sitch said in the episode), so the group had to figure out how to keep them apart and end the night happy for everyone. Sitch came up with the game plan, which is explained in the Quote of the Night: “You two go in that room. I’ll go in that room and I will extract the hot one and leave the grenade to blow up in Ronnie’s room by herself.” Sitch’s graceful plan works perfectly…

Check out last weeks Quote of the Night.

There is this video that is going viral and let’s just say it’s not the viral anyone wants. The name of the individual in the video is apparently an aspiring rapper. He goes by the name 50 Tyson. I wonder how he got that name. Is he the biggest 50 Cent and Mike Tyson fan? He definitely doesn’t rap like 50 Cent and he looks like he couldn’t even win a fight against the 6th grade bully down the street. Anyway, he thinks he can rap and he’s working on an album. After watching this video for less than 30 seconds, it’s obvious he is one of the worst rappers to ever walk the earth.

And a question for 50 Tyson: Didn’t you watch this before posting this on YouTube? Why do you pop your shirt strap while you’re rapping?