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Is slow but steady always the best approach? Or are there times when snap decisions are better? A slow but steady approach to decision-making can help you make more purposeful and thoughtful decisions. However, having expertise in an area allows you to make good quick decisions, too. Read on for more on the benefits and drawbacks of a more thoughtful approach.
What do the Houthi Red Sea attacks mean for global trade? What sparked the attacks? Will there be long-term effects on the world economy? Houthi rebels’ targeted attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea have disrupted one of the world’s busiest trade routes. To avoid the assaults, more commercial vessels are taking detours, which is raising shippers’ operational costs and disrupting the global supply chain. Keep reading for a background on the Houthi attacks and how they may affect the world economy.
Who will benefit from the upcoming Great Wealth Transfer? How could it possibly destabilize the entire economy? A significant financial shift called the Great Wealth Transfer is anticipated in the coming decades as baby boomers pass down their capital to millennials and Gen Zers. However, experts predict these inheritances will disproportionately favor those who are already wealthy. Here’s a look at who might benefit from the wealth transfer and how it could disrupt the economy.
What is Vivek Ramaswamy’s background? What was his childhood like? What was his original career plan? In an episode of The Shawn Ryan Show podcast, Vivek Ramaswamy described how his childhood experiences influenced his outlook on both resilience and politics. His inquisitive nature drove him to switch up his career plans and dabble in stand-up comedy. Continue reading to learn about Vivek Ramaswamy’s background that shaped who he is today.
What will the future of weight loss drugs look like? Are medications the new way to shed some pounds? Dani Blum projects an expansion in the weight loss drug market, with a spectrum of new drugs under development. Along with Michael Barbaro on The Daily podcast, Blum hypothesizes the effect future weight loss drugs will have on the market. Continue reading to learn how Ozempic and other weight loss medications will affect the drug market in the future.
Why do we regret purchases after we make them? How can we make better buying decisions? When you regret purchases, it’s because your desire for something blinded you from thinking through the decision rationally. Often we think rationally only to justify these purchases after the fact. Learn why we get buyer’s remorse and why rationalizing purchases doesn’t help.
Is talent a myth? What makes someone good at something? The talent myth is the idea that inherent talent dictates how well you will perform, and it has been shown to be false. Instead, practice plays a much more important role in determining how much someone will excel. Read on for more on what makes someone excellent.
Is Vivek Ramaswamy a libertarian? How have his political positions changed over time? What influenced them? In an episode of The Shawn Ryan Show podcast, Vivek Ramaswamy discussed the background that helped shape his political positions. He also talked about where he stands on the issues now and what he would do as president. Keep reading for an overview of Vivek Ramaswamy’s political positions.
Why is leaving a bad relationship so hard? How do you know it’s time to go? Leaving a bad relationship instead of talking yourself into staying can be difficult, but it can also help you avoid regret. It’s important to recognize when you have mismatched values that can’t be reconciled. Here’s why you should evaluate your relationships early and honestly.
What was Cheongju’s curling iron incident of 2006? What does the crime say about bullying in South Korean schools? Stephanie Soo’s podcast Rotten Mango dives into the troubling instances of school bullying in South Korea. It’s a critical issue exemplified by the 2006 Cheongju curling iron case, which inspired the popular Netflix series The Glory. Continue reading to learn more about the horrific case and its controversial aftermath.