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Deep Factors Shaping the Global Economy

Leading Blog

Outrageous Fortunes is a book about what in economic terms, could be. Instead of focusing on moment–by-moment market predictions, author Daniel Altman, looks at deeper, underlying economic factors that we frequently overlook in the short-term view. And it is the deep factors matter the most says Altman.

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A Dozen Lessons for Entrepreneurs

Leading Blog

He offers 12 quotes from each followed by short explanations to provide clarity and context. Sam Altman: “In general, it’s best if you’re building something that you need. Sam Altman: “Eliminate distractions. Rich Barton: “It’s much more powerful long-term to make up a new word than it is to use a literal word.

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If You Think Downsizing Might Save Your Company, Think Again

Harvard Business Review

Many of these effects may have long-term consequences, like reduced innovation, that are not captured in short-term financial metrics. While downsizing may be capable of producing positive outcomes, such as saving money in the short term, it puts firms on a negative path that makes bankruptcy more likely.