Jim Cramer has been famous for his stock market analysis and his schtick of frenzy (shouting, sound effects and subtext of we-can-all-make-a-pile in the stock market.). His publicity has been nothing short of genius. Something else is short. Yesterday, with the Dow down to 9900 or so, it was New Cramer vs. Old Cramer as […]
Thursday, October 2, 2008
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When Warren Buffett speaks, listen. He makes complicated situations understandable, puts them in current context and historical perspective and encourages a balanced, unemotional mindset. This is my impression of what he said about the economic crisis to Charlie Rose last evening in an interview on PBS: 1. No matter how the economic crisis befell us, […]
Monday, September 22, 2008
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Twenty-five years of coaching reveal certain truths and patterns of behavior. But once in awhile one of my clients expresses thoughts about these in a memorable way. That happened in a coaching session this past week. “Spencer” is an accomplished investment manager and deal-maker who yearns for a position in his firm that recognizes him […]
Friday, September 5, 2008
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Headlines in the WSJ and NYT about Sarah Palin’s acceptance speech reminded me how important it is to take information from any source with a critical eye. NYT: On Center Stage, Palin Electrifies Convention. WSJ: Focus Turns to Palin Record Were they witness to the same speech? No matter your political views, when you read […]
Countless more ordinary people of equal talent never developed the leadership core required to run the show. Why not?
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
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