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Don’t Hire Anyone You Can’t Fire

August 27, 2019 John Poulson

Years ago, I was running a division of a field services company.  A colleague from another division called me and…

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Pay Attention to the Small Things

August 19, 2019 John Poulson

Many of you have seen Admiral William McRaven’s 2014 commencement address at the University of Texas. In the speech he…

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Tariffs Are Not The Answer

August 12, 2019 John Poulson

Wars, whether of the shooting or trade type tend to yield unintended consequences. Good government, like good management requires thoughtfulness…

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Limbo Rates

August 8, 2019 John Poulson

July 29th,  it was announced that the Fed is considering cutting interest rates. Today’s Fed Funds rate is 2.4%. This…

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