One task
Growing up, my dad always told me that I needed to be able to describe my ideas in one sentence. I resisted, insisting that my ideas »
Technical balance sheets
What's typically referred to as technical debt actually behaves more like an unhedged call option than financial debt. Because of the uncertainty around the value of »
Crowdfunding is leveling the playing field
Rodrigo Niño, founder of Prodigy Networks, explained that the power of a dollar is different based on who invests it. As ballpark figures, he claims: If »
Why are immigration visas still physical?
It's amazing that most immigration visas are still issued physically. Except for the minority of countries where border crossings have poor internet connectivity, this seems inefficient »
The use of "we" in sports
Why do people use "we" when talking about their sports teams? For example, I often say, "we're playing the Dodgers tonight." While »
Where managers should focus their energy
Managers are responsible for ensuring that they and their teams perform at a high level to create value for a firm. To do that, managers need »
The appeal of Vulcan culture
I'm fascinated by Vulcan culture. On the surface, it comes across as almost robotic. But, their adherence to logic and meditation were developed as ways to »
Commissions and fixed fees
There's no inherent reason that investment bankers or real estate brokers should be paid dramatically more because a deal is larger when serving as market makers. »
Wearing a uniform
I'm considering whether to start wearing a uniform. I don't enjoy choosing what I wear in the morning – it feels like a waste of time. Given »
Why should big tech companies stand for privacy?
Authorities often use data to discriminate against dissidents and minorities (e.g. homosexuals). While our current government may be relatively trustworthy, there's no guarantee that that »