Competition

This post explores how professionalism and mediocrity have evolved in today's cultural and business landscapes, and highlights actionable insights on how we can and must pursue a culture of excellence in the workplace.

Striving for perfection can often become a stumbling block rather than a stepping stone to success. The "perfection trap" delays product releases and stifles innovation, as companies focus on endless tweaks rather than real-world feedback. In this blog we explore practical strategies to break free from this mindset, emphasizing the value of continuous feedback and iterative development to create products that truly resonate with users and meet market needs.

In this video, I discuss the importance of economic and financial awareness and how it can help us make informed decisions. I share my personal journey of curiosity and self-education in this field, despite not doing well in economics in college. I highlight the impact of low-cost money, quantitative easing, inflationary cycles, and the need for resilience in businesses. I emphasize the importance of well-established processes, continual improvement, and lasting decision-making. The goal is to have conversations and foster innovation in order to navigate the changing economic landscape.

In this video, I provide an overview of the U.S. Department of the Treasury Bureau of Fiscal Service. I discuss the importance of understanding the economics of things as we plan for the future. I highlight the fiscal year 2023 and the income taxes, payroll taxes, and corporate taxes involved. I also discuss the outlays, deficit, and the non-discretionary expenses such as Social Security, Healthcare, and National Defense. Additionally, I touch on the net interest and its potential impact on our debt. This video aims to raise awareness and encourage preparation and planning.