Smart people make mistakes with money all the time. That’s because most financial problems are the result of hasty, emotion-driven decisions. The good news is that many errors are preventable. Our latest Instaread can help you avoid some common financial pitfalls. Put on Your Thinking Cap Business is just a skill like anything else. That […]
How happy are you, really?
We talk a lot about work-life balance. But have you considered your screen-life balance? All the apps we use are like little attention thieves who hack our brains to keep us engaged. In her new book The Power of Fun, health and science journalist Catherine Price talks about how to put down your devices and start […]
How bad are your brainworms? 🐛
Have you ever tried to describe a meme or a TikTok feud to a relatively offline individual? More often than not, you will come across as completely deranged. This is especially true with regard to the unhinged world of social media influencers, who, in a better world, we could safely ignore. The problem is that these accounts […]
Follow the money
The advent of digital currency made criminal investigations a lot more complicated. But blockchain analysis tools used by federal investigators are already surprisingly sophisticated. An investigative journalist for Wired magazine delves deep into the weeds. Like eBay for Crime In California, in 2016, a team was assembled to flush out individual money launderers and drug dealers on […]
Where the one percent live
We’re only human. So when the fancy tenants of 432 Park started complaining about living conditions in the one of the famous towers on Billionaires’ Row, the internet had a real laugh. Finance reporter Katherine Clarke takes a look into the exclusive, and sometimes amusing, world of high-end real estate in our latest release. The […]
What are the conditions for innovation?
In recent years, we’ve seen many governments around the world attempt to regulate Big Tech. But it’s tricky to regulate in a sector where you want to incentivize innovation. Our latest release, How Innovation Works, explores the issue, looking at key innovations throughout history as well as our prospects for the near and far future. Barriers […]
The new financial world order
Self-described recovering investment banker Carol Roth thinks the modern US economy resembles the fall of the Roman Empire. The weakening of currency and government overspending have accelerated economic decline. How can you protect yourself in this scary environment? Own Everything You Can The best thing anyone can do to stay a step ahead is to […]
How fighter pilots make good decisions
Fighter pilots have to be able to make split-second decisions. While they have a very specialized set of skills, it turns out that making good choices under pressure is something that everyone can use. Our latest Instaread offers many helpful techniques developed by the elite US Air Force pilot Hasard Lee. Split-Second Decisions Assess. Choose. […]
Let’s solve the communication crisis
Have you noticed that we’re experiencing an international curiosity deficit? In our digitally connected world, genuine human communication is lacking. By learning to listen carefully and ask good questions, we can bridge the gap, build better relationships, and learn a lot along the way. Deep Listening Listening is hard work. It’s not a passive activity, […]
Emo Management 101
Upper management is often stereotyped as cold and unfeeling. But increasingly, management science tells us that emotional intelligence is the key to effective leadership. Emotionally intelligent leaders inspire their teams and enjoy better outcomes. How can we better manage volatile variables like mood, morale, and motivation at work? Mood Matters Experts say that about 50 […]