I want to get a business loan but have somewhat bad credit from some financial problems I had a couple of years ago.
      Answer1:One great way to improve your FICO score is to get a secured VISA or MasterCard. A secured credit card is one in which you open up a savings account with the card issuing bank. This savings account is used as a security deposit for your credit card. Your credit limit is based on the amount that you deposit into the savings account.Once you have established a good record of payments on the credit card, the savings account funds are returned to you. Only use this secured credit card for gas or a few small purchases each month. When you get your bill, pay it immediately but overpay it by about $10 - $15. That way you always have a negative balance. The FICO system accelerates your credit rating quickly by doing this. Just make sure that you NEVER are late on making that payment.This method worked very well for me when I had very bad credit. After receiving my secured credit card, it took about 8 months before I was receiving pre-approved non secured VISA and MasterCard offers from large banks.

I am very good at making desserts and I just made some. I got the idea that I could leave some with the interview committee before I leave the interview today. Is that tacky or is it appropriate?
      Answer1:very inappropriate. who are you to say how well they performed? - you are the one that needs to perform well in the interview
      Answer2:No, its not appropriate; you would also put the interviewers on the spot and that would not fit favorable with them. You also run the risk of allergies to ingredients, insulting a specific recipient and they would probably throw them away. Save your self the effort. They want someone who is appropriate fro the job, not someone who brings bribes & snacks. Good luck.

Specifically for a mens clothing store.
      Answer1:depends on the store
      Answer2:min wage plus commission assuming they dont go BK first.Jos. A Bank like most retailers are having a difficult time given the economy. What ever you do, dont take stock or options instead of salary.

If your showing up and doing a one time dinner, 35.00 an hour and they buy all the food or give you money to go buy it once they approve the list.If it is on a daily basis for dinner only maybe 40.00 a night. It really depends on what your going to be doing. If you making fancy involved meals you will make more than someone cooking a basic meal. Call some personal chefs in your area and act as a customer and get rates quoted to you, to stay within the going local rate.
      Answer1:Here in Seattle, almost every personal chef charges $300 plus the cost of groceries for one session (where they make 10-20 meals).

Is there any plan in China ?
      Answer1:Contact trade associations or to get offers from suppliers and manufacturers of gift supplies, send an email with your requirement to buy@epog.org