Go on, make that offer FIRST…

One concept I’ve slowly learnt from business is that contrary to the commonly held wisdom, people who make the opening offer in a negotiation have the upper hand.

I’m currently looking for a house, overseas. And when I come to view places, typically there is a price indicated.  Although I may disagree with it, that price certainly puts a value perception in my mind about the house.… Read more

What are today’s potential economic risks?

From Reuters, the wisdom of doom merchant Nouriel Roubini.

Roubini presented a list of six rising global risks, and six declining global risks.

Lets start with the bad news. Here are the risks that are coming into view. My comments are in italic.

– China! “Some people believe in a hard landing… some people believe in a softer landing,” said Roubini.… Read more