Here’s an investigation of the shape of things to come for robotic journalism. Robots are continually in the news. In … Continue reading → Economics MORE

The media, led by the Washington Post , but quickly followed by the Wall Street Journal , Financial Times , and others is hell bent getting everyone to believe Putin handed the election to Clinton. Where the hell is the evidence? more…). Economics MORE

Here’s an interesting view in the Wall Street Journal that will ring a bell for for many readers: Liberals Killed the Freedom of Movement. more…). Economics MORE

The Wall Street Journal reports Gold Standard Didn’t Really Tame Inflation, New Research Says. The research was by St. Louis Fed economist Fernando Martin. Curiously, his study precisely shows that the gold standard did indeed tame inflation. Let’s investigate Martin’s bogus claim and his peculiar logic in making it. more…). Economics MORE

The Wall Street Journal has an interesting report on the jobs created since the recession. The article takes a close … Continue reading → Economics MORE

This week the Wall Street Journal carried an interesting story about the growing need for sheep. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. First “What,” Then “Who”. by Linda Henman on December 29, 2010. Apparently the Border Collie has gained renown as a great family dog—good with kids, loyal, smart—you name it, these dogs seem to have the corner market on the trait. The only drawback is these dogs have an enormous instinctive urge to herd. MORE

The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg both posted ridiculous articles regarding today regarding inflation. The former was on “bad options” the latter on “inflation expectations” Let’s take a look at both articles because both represent widely believed nonsense. more…). Economics MORE

His career path took him from software company technical writing and journalism to a marketing executive in a software company before becoming an independent copywriter who specializes in white papers and case studies. MORE

I referenced a Wall Street Journal report on jobs by … Continue reading → EconomicsIn Jobs: How Good are the Jobs the Economy is Creating? MORE

Following another round of worthless non-revelations before the US Senate Banking committee, the Wall Street Journal reports Yellen Says Fed Will Consider Raising Rates at Coming Meetings. more…). Economics MORE

One of the critical steps that she took on this path was obtaining freelance journaling work. Multiply and protect your income streams by expanding your skills, expertise, and presence in the consulting world. MORE

As noted in Mining Journal’s September 2015 article “Creating Value Through Breakthrough Productivity,” mining companies rely heavily on service contractors—from blasting and equipment leasing to equipment maintenance and industrial surveillance (to name just a few). MORE

The Wall Street Journal asks Is Two Percent as Good as It Gets? There have been 11 recessions and 11 recoveries since 1949. The current recovery is the slowest recovery since 1949 and closing in on the becoming longest. Growth since the 2nd quarter of 2009 is a mere 2.1%. more…). Economics MORE

The Wall Street Journal says there is a “great unraveling” to America’s Dazzling Tech Boom: Not Enough Jobs. Let’s investigate. more…). Economics MORE

The biggest purveyors of “fake news” and irresponsible journalism are the news media outlets complaining most about it. MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow is at the forefront of the latest fake news on Russia. more…). Economics MORE

On July 7th the Wall Street Journal chimed in with Volvo Discovers Electric-Vehicle Hype. On July 5th I commented on the Volvo hype in Volvo Goes All Electric – Well Not Quite. more…). Economics MORE

Some are association newsletters; others are formal magazines, journals, even websites. “ Michael, what’s the best way to get more clients? ” is a question I’m often asked. MORE

The Wall Street Journal reports that about 1,000 ships that have the combined capacity to haul 52 million metric tons … Continue reading → Economics MORE

Greg Ip, my favorite Wall Steet Journal commentator, also provides a set of reasons why Trump’s 3% Growth Target Looks Out of Reach. In Trump Plans to Slash Spending by $3.6 MORE

A pair of articles on the Wall Street Journal ponders an event I long expected would happen: willingness to eat at fast food places whose is steeply priced and of dubious quality. more…). Economics MORE

The Wall Street Journal reports Margin Debt Hit an All-Time High in February. Given that Margin debt has a history of peaking right before financial collapses this seems like a warning to me but analysts say it’s different this time. more…). Economics MORE

Edward Jay Epstein has an op-ed in the Wall Street journal promoting his new book “ How America Lost Its Secrets: Edward Snowden, the Man and the Theft ”. Epstein discusses the Fable of Edward Snowden. At the forefront of Epstein’s claims is the fact that Snowden lied. “As he seeks a pardon, the NSA thief has told multiple lies about what he stole and his dealings with Russian intelligence,” says Epstein. more…). Economics MORE

A Wall Street Journal video interview with the CEO of a Fortune 500 company reveals insights for the next generation of female leaders MORE

The Wall Street Journal reports British PM Theresa May Says U.K.-U.S. Congratulations to UK prime minister Theresa May for poking a finger into the eyes of EU nannycrats. EU rules say members cannot negotiate trade deals until exit from the block is finalized, but you can kiss that rule goodbye. Trade Talks to Begin Immediately. more…). Economics MORE

In her new book, Earning It, veteran Wall Street Journal reporter Joanne Lublin chronicles the travails and triumphs of women who have risen to the highest positions in corporate America MORE

Ashley was previously a Staff Writer for the NYU International Business Journal. About. Book Shop. Archive. Definitions. Helpful Links. Quotes. Subscribe. The Consulting Blog’s new editor. by Tom Spencer on June 27, 2013 · 0 comments. in Management Consulting. INTRODUCING Ashley. MORE

The best thinking comes from structured reflection — and the best way to do that is keeping a personal journal. I started keeping a journal when I took over a manufacturing research, software, and consulting firm. I kept a journal through my 12 years as chairman and CEO and have since recommended it to people moving into any senior position for the first time. A journal is an effective, efficient, private way to take a similar break. MORE

Louis Business Journal sponsored a program for CFOs to discuss the current decisions in Washington and their impact on individuals and businesses. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. What’s the Budget Ceiling Got to do With Me? by Linda Henman on August 5, 2011. Yesterday The St. To make his point, one of the panel members asked audience members to raise their hands if their companies had laid off workers during the recent economy. MORE

He enjoyed the job but wasn’t very good at it simply because he wasn’t interested in journalism. Without a passion for journalism, he knew he needed to make a career change and graduated into sales. MORE

Here is an amusing Gallup Poll as reported by the Wall Street Journal: 57% of Americans Say Their Income Taxes … Continue reading → Economics MORE

According to the Wall Street Journal auto sales in April were down. This morning, Bloomberg Econoday said last month’s sales … Continue reading → Economics MORE

On August 7, the Wall Street Journal showed results of a poll on voter discord. The Journal concluded “Voter Discord … Continue reading → Economics MORE

Today, the Wall Street Journal reports Global Inflation Hits Lowest Level Since 2009. Yesterday, I commented on “transitory” factors holding down inflation. more…). Economics MORE

In his new book, Wall Street Journal veteran Greg Ip makes the counterintuitive argument that the preventive efforts that makes us safe can encourage dangerous risk taking MORE

The Wall Street Journal had an amusing article a few days ago in which analysts bumped up GDP forecasts for numerous reasons including inventories, exports in general, and soybeans in particular. Let’s investigate the claims. more…). Economics MORE

McJournalism Coming Up With that journalism backdrop, please consider You’ll be Sorry When the Robot Journalists Take Over by Irish Times writer Jennifer O’Connell. Until robots can do number two in a thought-provoking, educational, and random manner that encompasses minority and anti-establishment views, alternative journalism will survive. Replaced by a Robot I sometimes get asked what I am going to do when I am replaced by a robot. MORE

A survey by the Wall Street Journal shows ‘Soft Skills’ Like Critical Thinking in Short Supply. The sought-after soft skills … Continue reading → Economics MORE

Yet, Wall Street Journal writer James Mackintosh says Bitcoin’s Wild Ride Shows The Truth: It Is Probably Worth Zero. What’s Bitcoin worth? At this moment on September 27, 2015, it’s worth $3,786.50. more…). Economics MORE

Two articles in the last two days, one on Bloomberg , the other on the Wall Street Journal , provided key reasons we should not worry about stock market bubbles. It’s only 1997 (P/E valuations have not exceeded the dot-com bubble in 2000 yet). It’s different this time (always a classic argument). more…). Economics MORE

Actually, they use the term proudly—many have even tattooed it onto their bodies, according to the Canadian Medical Association Journal. We recently published our annual Naughty or Nice list , in which we identified some of the top T1D newsmakers in 2017. MORE

Are academic journals impartial? While many would suggest that academic journals work for the advancement of knowledge and science, we show this is not always the case. In a recent study , we find that two international relations (IR) journals favor articles written by authors who share the journal’s institutional affiliation. Our paper provides evidence of academic in-group bias in IR journals, showing that this phenomenon is not specific to law. MORE

Yesterday’s Wall Street Journal reported that Wal-Mart is in the midst of the worst U.S. About Linda. Client List. Newsletter. Executive blog Contact Us. Changes to Mission Can Drive You Down. by Linda Henman on February 23, 2011. sales slump ever, posting its second straight year of declining sales. How can this happen to America’s behemoth? They misstepped. MORE

A recent Wall Street Journal story stated that “A flattening of the Treasury yield curve in 2017 is a worrying sign for investors banking on resurgent U.S. Wall Street Journal: “A Worrying Sign on US Inflation & Growth” Let’s investigate starting with Hedgeye. inflation and growth.” ” Hedgeye responded REALLY?! more…). Economics MORE