Now Slim works on acquiring another elusive target: the love of his people.

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And terrorism is the most elusive target imaginable.

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Slim Jim's target consumer niche is the elusive 18- to 29-year-old guy.

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His vehicle: "Global Intelligence, " precious and elusive information on the strengths, weaknesses and foibles of the brass at an acquisition target or at the client firm itself.

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