January 11, 2023
Making the 2022 Idiot List
“We have a new leader on the idiot list” is what I wrote an associate. When we later spoke, he said he can’t read my…
January 4, 2023
Market Update
In October Jessica and I talked to about 20 people about what they’re seeing in the market, the highlights are below. I also attended the…
December 28, 2022
Politicians Can Learn From M&A
The recent election season is over. Of course, the next cycle has already started. No rest for the weary, and we are the weary. So…
December 21, 2022
Layoffs, Downsizing, You’re Fired
A lot of people lost their jobs recently, especially in tech. As of November 15, it’s reported over 120,000 and about 6,000 in the Seattle…
December 14, 2022
Make or Break a Business – The People
When evaluating a company its employees are often the most important factor. Along with customers, the supply chain, and technology they shed light on the…
December 7, 2022
Have Your Cake and Eat it Too
We recently went to Vancouver B.C. for our anniversary, walked in the room, and found a cake and a bottle of wine – gifts from…
December 6, 2022
Market Update – Q4 2022
In October Jessica and I talked to about 20 people about what they’re seeing in the market, the highlights are below. I also attended the…
November 30, 2022
Consider If You Will…*
If politicians stating elections are suspect and open to fraud win, do they declare the election invalid? What it comes down to is most people…
November 28, 2022
Sales 101 From Restaurants
We’ve all seen or heard the following: People just don’t want to work. Over 50% of job applicants don’t even show up for the interview.…
November 23, 2022
Who Do You Market To (the Most)?
I like sports. I’m not a fanatic; I like the drama and watching the teams I like. I know people who will watch any and…
