Fri.Sep 08, 2017

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Highly Unusual US Treasury Yield Pattern Not Seen Since Summer of 2000

MishTalk

Curve watchers anonymous has taken an in-depth review of US treasury yield charts on a monthly and daily basis. There’s something going on that we have not see on a sustained basis since the summer of 2000. Some charts will show what I mean. (more…).

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Without Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness Doesn’t Work

Harvard Business

Photo by Joshua Jackson. Mindfulness has become the corporate fad du jour , a practice widely touted as a fast-track to better leadership. But we suspect that not all the benefits laid at its feet actually belong there. Our research and analysis has revealed a complicated relationship between mindfulness and executive performance—one that is important for leaders to understand as they seek to develop in their careers.

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Common traps, worth avoiding

Seth Godin Blog

Don't be trapped into accepting shame from someone who is trying to keep you from doing something you have every right to do. Ignore the mob that would like you to feel badly for not fitting in. Categories are rarely permanent, and most important work is done by people who don't easily fit in. Realize that no one is more aware of your minor flaws than you are.

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Confident Dudley Expects Rate Hikes Will Continue, Hurricane Effect to Provide Long Run “Economic Benefit”

MishTalk

New York Fed president William Dudley expects the Fed to proceed with its asset reduction plan at the September FOMC meeting. Dudley is upbeat on economy’s underlying trajectory and claims Hurricanes May Have Temporary Effect on Hike Timing. Federal Reserve Bank of New York President William Dudley said back-to-back hurricanes in the third quarter could temporarily influence the timing of the next interest-rate increase, although above-trend growth does warrant continued gradual rate hikes.

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PowerPoint Best Practices for Creating Stellar Presentations

Mastering data visualization in PowerPoint will help accelerate your career because it positions you as someone who can present data that drives business decisions forward. think-cell's PowerPoint Best Practices eBook was created specifically for professionals aiming to master the art and science of data-driven storytelling. What’s inside: Practical Insights: Uncover valuable tips for crafting engaging and persuasive presentations.

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First aid matters

Seth Godin Blog

Without a doubt, it's long-term, consistent and persistent effort that makes real change happen. Systemic change is a process, not an event. But as we watch Irma bear down on millions in Florida, it's worth remembering that first aid brings urgent help to people in need. I've just made a donation to the Red Cross. It scales, it's powerful and it's needed right now.

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What Amazon’s HQ2 Wish List Signals About the Future of Cities

Harvard Business

Jennifer Maravillas for HBR. Amazon’s big announcement that it will build a second headquarters has caught the attention of local officials, economic development professionals, and pundits across the U.S. and Canada. And for good reason: “HQ2,” as it’s being called, would create upwards of 50,000 high-paying jobs and billions of dollars of new investment in whichever city it locates in.

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Emotion Powers Technology Adoption

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It’s unquestionable that consumers become emotionally attached to certain devices and technologies. For instance, a global survey of 8,000 people found that one-third of respondents said they “couldn’t live without their phone” and if given a choice, more people would rather lose their wallet than their phone, reports Reuters. But what determines whether something will be a long-lasting hit (e.g., the smartphone) or quickly fizzle (Pokémon Go)?

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There Are 4 Futures for CMOs (Some Better Than Others)

Harvard Business

There are some new faces these days in the boardroom. They have new titles like Chief Customer Officer, Chief Revenue Officer, Chief Digital Officer, and Chief Experience Officer. These executives have responsibilities we might expect to reside within marketing. That leaves Chief Marketing Officers with a decision — do you see the rise of these roles as an opportunity or a threat?

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Research: Low-Status Men Hesitate to Negotiate Their Salaries

Harvard Business

Paul Garbett for HBR. It’s become a popular explanation for the gender-wage gap: Women are less likely than men to self-advocate for a pay raise. It has an appealing logic. If we can get women to negotiate more like men, then the gap will shrink. This is in part why there has been a surge in negotiation trainings for women. For example, in 2015, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh launched a five-year partnership with the American Association of University Women (AAUW) to offer free salary negotiatio

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr