This story is remarkable because family pursued restitution not because this happened. This is a symptom of a broken U.S. healthcare system that puts salaries and profits over patients and where patients are overlooked because they aren't really the customer. The money is exchanged between healthcare systems and insurers, patients fall through the cracks and are lost in the shuffle. …see more

As a follow up to prior discussions regarding the tricky #curreny management challenges facing #Switzerland , the country has just been designated a "currency manipulator" by the US Treasury--a designation that the #Swiss National Bank has immediately pushed back against. #markets #economy #currency #investing #bonds #stocks #equities #centralbanks …see more

cnbc on the latest US #COVID19 numbers — reported cases and, with more information content regarding severity and potential health and economic consequences, hospitalizations.

And while on unlikely/unusual developments, it is notable that the recent sequential record high for the US stock markets have coincided with ... Yields on US government bonds going down rather than up; High yield spreads not narrowing; and The VIX going up. Some background: https://lnkd.in/gunAJSD #markets #stocks #investing #bonds #economy #equities #federalreserve #economics …see more

Michigan measure of US consumer sentiment for July: 73.2 versus consensus expectation of 79. Highlights the risk of household sector limiting and, in some cases, reversing its process of re-engagement in economic activity -- reflecting health conditions and policy uncertainties. #economy #consumers #consumption #consumerbehaviour #consumerspending …see more

In addition to many tragic attributes/impacts--including those relating to health, the economy, inequality, institutions, etc, --the Covid-19 virus has been incredibly humbling for governments: As an example, Australia's earlier success faces a major setback in Victoria. #covid #Australia #Victoria #Melboune #wsj The Wall Street Journal #MelbourneLockDown …see more

Good morning. Wishing you all a good week FYI, posted yesterday: On the what, why and so what of some of the eye-popping moves in individual stocks that accompanied last week's wild market. https://lnkd.in/guKyW6T #economy #investing #investors #bopinion #markets Bloomberg LP #bloomberg #stocks #bonds #interestrates #equities #investmentmanagement #stockmarket #fed #assetallocation #centralbanks #volatility …see more

‪The Federal Reserve statement is out. Looks like the it just couldn’t resist doing more. The Fed extended forward policy guidance (essentially zero rate) through 2022. Risk markets will like the hyper activism, serving to decouple them even more from the economy. #markets #economy #bonds #interestrates #investing #federalreserve #recession #stocks #equities #volatility #centralbanks More to follow.‬ …see more

This chart, on US personal spending, also required a re-calibration of the y-axis--first to accommodate March's 6.9% drop and, now for April's 13.6% fall. Also of note re today's data: Slight rise in consumer sentiment, but short of consensus expectations Fall in wages offset by relief payments. #markets #economy …see more

Here's the link to the just released minutes of the April 28th - 29th meeting of the FOMC. Reading now. #FederalReserve #economy #markets #Fed https://lnkd.in/gDTRkkd …see more

The Wall Street Journal on the challenges the SBA faces with the replenished PPP (Paycheck Protection Program). Reflects: Massive small business demand for emergency relief; and Continued implementation difficulties. Both are reflective of the bigger issues facing the US, and many other economies during this sudden stop ... as the large demand for relief support still exceeds the capacity (not willingness) of the system to get the money to users in a timely manner. https://lnkd.in/e8Cydqs #economy #PPP #SBA #PPPloans …see more

The ugly economic data releases continue: US industrial production fell 5.5% in March (YoY), the worse drop in over 70 years. #economy #EconomicCrisis #IP #markets …see more

It's Altucher Book Club time! This week, we have one by Maddox, and one by Eric Barker. Also, featuring one friendly guest appearance, and my favorite game! #abc #bookclub #go #chess #lifestyle

Biden's lead over Trump in the national polls is gradually widening as #ElectionDay nears GZERO Media highlighted key events against Trump's national polling gap trends in 2016 vs 2020. #GraphicTruth …see more

President #CEO Adam Stern used some equipment financing, and was considering some debt financing, to scale Infinitely Virtual . When we last spoke, he had not used any #venturecapital or #privateequity , but had built a substantial company. Read on to learn how. #bootstrap #startup #entrepreneurs …see more

What does emotional intelligence look like in the real world? In EQ Applied, I use a combination of fascinating research and real-life stories to paint the picture. I also get personal, explaining: -How emotional intelligence taught me to lead, and also how it taught me to follow -How the ability to understand and reach others emotionally helped me to woo my wife--and made me a better husband and father -What the FBI's lead kidnap negotiator taught me about empathy -The research-backed, 3-step method I used to hack my brain and break bad habits -The dangers of EQ I learned along the way--and why a high EQ is only one piece of the puzzle to becoming the best version of yourself The final goal is simple: Make emotions work for you, instead of against you. Check out the first chapter for free on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2sxFLho #EmotionalIntelligence #leadership #management #BestAdvice #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessIntelligence #careers #GrowthMindset #EQApplied #MakeEmotionsWorkForYouNotAgainstYou …see more

"Watch your thoughts, they become words; watch your words, they become actions; watch your actions, they become habits; watch your habits, they become character; watch your character, for it becomes your destiny. --Frank Outlaw https://amzn.to/2sxFLho #EmotionalIntelligence #leadership #BestAdvice #management #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessIntelligence #careers #culture #EQApplied #MakeEmotionsWorkForYouNotAgainstYou …see more

Have you ever left a job only to find after a short “honeymoon” phase in your new job that you’re right back where you were in your previous job?? We all have fallen into the “grass is always greener” trap at some point in our careers and/or life. Do you ever think there must be a better way? A better way to work and to experience work without suffering or quitting? The short answer is there is AND it takes work, patience, and willingness to dig deep to make substantial, lasting changes. When my executive coaching clients moved beyond frenetic busyness and overwhelm and were more productive, what remained was a desire for more from their work and their life. They wanted to advance their career, be recognized, and love their work. They wanted their work to have value, meaning, and purpose. They wanted to make a living and enjoy their life. And they were not alone. So, this is why I took all of the transformational coaching, tools, and strategies I have used for years and designed the Dream Job Masterclass. Have questions? Want to know what my Masterclass is all about? Sign up for my FREE webinar this Thursday,12/10, at https://hubs.li/H0C8Qnd0! …see more

Feeling less engaged in your work during the pandemic? You’re not alone. Unclear communication from managers (who are also scrambling to do their best during this virtual transition) leads to unhappy and confused employees. Historic Drop in Employee Engagement Follows Record Rise …see more

Looking to boost employee morale and engagement during the COVID-19 crisis? Look no further than Zoom, the company that might be keeping your company connected right now. They start meetings with check-ins, and they have regular Zoom open mic nights! What is your company doing to stay connected? Inside the Zoom Boom: Working at the world's hottest video conferencing company …see more