Stadium Deal Coverage: Fake News Vs. Sycophancy Damages Trust
I've got a chapter in my book that examines media coverage of stadium deals "Fake News: Accidental Advocates and Editorial Sycophants." I present examples of both, and I'm not sure which does more damage. Journalists have a tough job to do, but they need to do better here.
Fed Expands QE Despite Record Markets and Persistent Inflation
The stock market is at an all-time high. Credit spreads are near all-time lows. And inflation has been above the Fed's target level for 61 consecutive months, averaging 4% per year since 2019. So why is the Fed expanding its balance sheet (QE)? Video:...
Plan for Cash Buffers when Growth Veers Off Forecast
When growth deviates from projections, whether up or down, you need more cash to run the business. That’s why you raise more than you need (if raising) or keep more profits that you might think (if not). https://t.co/ei3DqCoVKW
1-Year Inflation Swap Peaks; Stocks Hit All-Time Highs
The 1-year inflation swap is now at the highest level since last September Stocks all-time highs. @augurinfinity https://t.co/HrFvA54Sd7
Stop Announcing Plans, Start Delivering Results
Don’t be the person constantly telling everyone what you’re about to do or build. It’s so boring. You see the same serial losers always talking about their “new beginning.” Just go do it. Then show everyone after.
Tillis Backs Warsh, Signaling Powell's Final Fed Meeting
Senator Tillis just said on TV that he will support Kevin Warsh as the next Fed Chairman, which will make next week's Fed meeting Powell’s last. #mortgagerates #bonds #realestate #economics #chartdaddy
Johor's DF Automation Lands $185M Robotics Funding
Before calling it a night. Catching up with Dr CF Yeong from DF Automation, a robotic company and last round funding was lead by Vynn Capital. Johor have so much hidden gem. https://www.digitalnewsasia.com/digital-economy/malaysia-based-robotics-provider-df-automation-robotics-secures-us185-mil-funding
John Ternus Inherits Apple’s Unprecedented 10‑Category Roadmap
Power On: Tim Cook leaves new CEO John Ternus with a tailwind of an unprecedented 10 new product categories launching in the next few years. Cook launched three since 2011. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-04-26/new-apple-ceo-john-ternus-first-major-product-is-the-foldable-iphone-road-map-mofu521p
Global Demand, Not US, Drives China's Export Surge
“Chinese exports are finding genuine new markets, not just new routes to America…Clearly the rest of the world wanted more Chinese items, too. American demand cannot explain away the bulk of China’s export boom over the past year.” https://t.co/HIZ20v7gcn
28% Employees Prefer AI Managers Over Humans
The shocking ⚡️ Truth 😳 ⤵ 300,000 voices just revealed a truth most leaders are ignoring: 28% of employees would actually prefer an AI manager over a human one. 🤖 👉 Watch the full breakdown here: https://t.co/E9283whE87 https://t.co/NDJ2AYJ2eI
Trend‑following Beats 60/40; UHNW Go Beyond Passive Mix
The 60/40 portfolio fell 17.5% in 2022. Trend-following returned +20.1% the same year. Passive equity + bonds = the minority in a UHNW portfolio. Wed April 29, 12pm ET — Greg Babij (CIO, $500M+ MFO) breaks down how it's actually built. $5M+ only:...
CFOs Want Real Business Cases, Not Fancy Decks
Every AE I talk to says CFOs are hard to sell to. CFOs aren't hard to sell to. They're hard to bullshit. A CFO who sees a realistic, champion-owned business case with a credible ROI range signs faster than almost any other buyer...
Leadership Grows: From Supervisor to Consultant to Friend
When you lead students and young adults well, the relationship evolves from supervisor to consultant to friend.
Invoice Lifecycle Management: The Future of AP
Why the Future of AP Is Invoice Lifecycle Management by @antgrasso #Finance #Fintech #Technology #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #ML https://t.co/pZz6B2VXpw
Even Obvious Deals Can Face Hidden Approval Hurdles
If this is such an obviously good deal, then why might it not be approved after further consideration? 🤔 https://t.co/1AHHfdaJgF
SaaS Valuations: Growth Premiums Vary Widely
Not all SaaS valuations are expensive. Looking at forward P/E vs NTM revenue growth gives a cleaner view of how the market is pricing expected growth across SaaS. $PLTR stands out as one of the fastest growers at roughly 62% expected growth,...
Restructure Offers, Boost Profit 2.6× without Extra Spend
. A few days ago, I reviewed a business that looked “successful” (Info Product Brand) $750K/month… but profit inconsistent, margins volatile “We’re scaling revenue… but not keeping enough” The leak sat in backend monetization + pricing layers We restructured offers + maximized LTV In 90 days:...
Stop Quoting Current Salary; Negotiate Your True Worth
Final interview. They ask: "What are your salary expectations for this role?" Your mind blanks. You say: "I am currently making $110k, so I am looking for a 15% bump." Interview ends. You just left $40,000 on the table. Here’s what they actually want…
Andrew Marchand Returns: NFL Draft, Tomlin, Capitol Hill
New pod: @AndrewMarchand is back to talk NFL Draft, Tomlin to NBC and the NFL's Capitol Hill issues. https://t.co/nVdD1QcnJg
AI Unifies Heart, Mind, Soul—CEOs Must Lead
Your cardiologist sees your heart. Your therapist sees your mind. Your spiritual director sees your soul. Nobody sees the whole picture. That's the job AI is built for—and the one CEOs should claim first. https://t.co/V6hjnDkJRX
Respect Fuels Culture Change Amid Lean Transformation Challenges
Explore how respect drives cultural change, the challenges of lean transformation, and the power of shared experiences in building a better organizational culture. Stream now: 🔗 https://t.co/1upeLZKKul 📽️ https://t.co/xI4tZ6dWkr 🔗 https://t.co/DmYp21N5Kv https://t.co/P5V91b6rTp
Eurozone GDP Steadies at 0.2%, Spain Leads Growth
Initial GDP readings due on Thursday are expected to reveal growth holding steady at 0.2% in the euro zone, with expansion in every large country, but led as usual by Spain https://t.co/856YLrOZ6o via @CraigStirling https://t.co/gm7VxRVbui
10 Hard‑Earned Lessons to Acceler
I've generated over $15,000,000 from digital products. But if I was to start over? I would do SO MANY things differently. Here are 10 of the biggest lessons I've learned in the last 5 years (so you can make more money faster from...
Automate Statistically Valid A/B Tests with Open‑Source Skill
I built a skill that designs statistically valid A/B tests and builds growth experimentation programs — hypothesis frameworks, sample size calculations, metrics selection, ICE prioritization, and experiment velocity tracking. You describe what you want to test, and it structures everything: a...
Construction HR 2026: Key Trends Redefining Workforce
The HR Trends Shaping the Construction Industry in 2026 @ADP https://t.co/Yb8eRpWkrN #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #FutureofHR
Top 5 Must-Read Books on Leadership, Markets, Innovation
📚 January reading list → 5 books on leadership, markets, innovation 👉 Read here: https://michaelwmchugh.com/january-reading-list-2026/
US Leverage Grows as Europe Faces Defense, Energy Reset
The longer the Strait of Hormuz is closed, the more negotiation leverage the US has over the future of NATO and European energy supply chains. The US could ironically be the winner (even in a war-losing scenario) in the future, simply...
Google AI Tests Auto Catalog & Site Builder for SMBs
Wix and Squarespace should take note -> Google tests Catalog (for ecommerce) and Website generation for Pomelli Experiment Catalog: "Two further capabilities now appear to be taking shape. The first, referred to as Catalog, would let merchants point Pomelli at a...
Oil Won’t Hit $150–200; US Iran Blockade Proving Effective
Here's my discussion with @paulkrugman from March 19 where I argued oil prices won't go to $150 or $200 and recommended the US blockade Iran. It's as relevant to global oil markets today as it was back then. The blockade...
Equity Risk Premium Remains Positive: Stocks Outperform Bonds
S&P 500 equity risk premium (earnings yield minus the 10yr TIPS yield) is still solidly positive... stocks are a better buy than bonds. @wisdomtreefunds https://t.co/JAZ7YxWZqN
Ten Conversations Reveal More Than a Year’s Research
The most powerful market research tool costs nothing. It's a conversation. Ask about the problem — not the solution. Ask what they've tried. Ask what it costs when the problem doesn't get solved. Then listen. Take notes on their exact language —...
AI Reshapes UK Jobs, Recruiting, and Market Analytics
Recruiting Brainfood - Issue 498 https://t.co/8R3f294AzU AI + UK Employment, SEO to GEO for AI Agents, recruiters vibe coding ATS's, Workforce Market Analytics, and life after the death of an industry... https://t.co/oaI9GD3hVC
Brent Surges 60%, Fuel Shortages Hit Global Markets
This week will bring a drumbeat of physical shortage stories. Here's the deal. Brent is up 60% from before the war. That's more than 3x the rise after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The SoH is 3x Russia's oil exports to...
America Isn't the New Edwardian Britain, Reject 1914 Analogies
Hard-working hegemon? Why 21st-century America is not like Edwardian Britain. Thanks to the Hobsonian vision of @michaelxpettis and @M_C_Klein and the pervasiveness of the Thucydides trap argument we are haunted right now by analogies to the per 1914 moment. https://t.co/1lYqmbDzDY
Dollar's Surge Temporary; Peace Deal Could Cut 3%
The Dollar has risen sharply due to safe haven inflows, but as soon as we get a peace agreement, those flows will reverse. My best guess is that the Dollar will fall immediately by 3 percent on such an agreement....
NexG’s Silence Signals Standard Legal Hold Amid Probe
NexG just said “no further comment” on RM303.7 million in alleged misuse. They made the statement on Bursa Malaysia. That’s not arrogance. That’s the legal holding pattern every listed company runs when Bursa and enforcement bodies are circling.
LinkedIn Articles Power 60% of AI Search Visibility
Some research shows LinkedIn is the most cited domain for professional queries in AI search. 📊 According to LinkedIn, long-form articles drive that—accounting for 60% of its AI visibility, with posts making up the remaining 40%. It also published a guide on...
Germany Seeks White‑knight Bidders to Block UniCredit Takeover
Germany sounded out potential white knights for Commerzbank earlier this year, underlining its efforts to fend off UniCredit https://t.co/SFoDdMQcTL via @KowalczeKamil https://t.co/jmbx69DPzh
Lead Courageously: Decide Now, Flow Like the River
In this moment of so much uncertainty, the ability to make decisions and move forward takes a particular kind of courage. If I try to decide based on all that could happen, I risk not being able to move at all....
Officially Open Strait, Yet Tankers Remain Stuck?
🔷If both Iran and the US officially announce the Strait of Hormuz is open, will the stranded tankers actually cross? 🔷Exactly. 🔷I rest my case.
Launching Aussie Pencil Brand: New Manufacturing Venture Begins
Yes the rumors are true.. I am launching an AUSSIE pencil manufacturing company ( "AUSSIE" brand ).. more info coming soon.. we're busy making stuff at the moment.. https://t.co/5gld0SRXQN
One‑Click Post‑Purchase Upsell Can Add $500K
True Classic added $500k in revenue with a simple post-purchase upsell. No extra traffic needed. Meanwhile you're sending customers to a generic thank you page instead of offering a one-click upsell. That's the gap.
Liverpool Ticket Prices Soar 94% Amid 50% Inflation
In the season FSG acquired Liverpool, (2010/11) matchday revenue was £40.9m. Last season it was £115.6m, an increase of 183%. Matchday revenue is average attendance x number of matches x average price. Fans have to pay VAT of 20% on...
Effective Change Management Leverages Human Irrationality
“Humans aren’t wholly rational nor behave in reasonable ways—we’re complex beings w/ inclinations that can be idiosyncratic. Good change agents recognize & draw on this, infusing it into their #changemanagement efforts.” 📌 https://t.co/8b8IHa5Nc1 #stakeholdermanagement #agile
Wife Builds Near‑finished macOS App for Repeatable YouTube Videos
My wife just vibe-coded a macOS Electron app that helps her make YouTube videos (a specific type of video that the process of making them is very repeatable). The app looks so real, 80% of the way. https://t.co/oXliZgZh82
U.S. Data Deteriorates Fastest in 2026, Fed Downplays
Hey @grok What piece of U.S. economic data has quietly deteriorated the fastest in 2026 that the Fed and Wall Street are actively downplaying? 🤔
Trump’s AI Chip Reversal Sets $50B China Trap
America just broke every rule of international trade: In 2022, NVIDIA was locked out of China's booming AI market. Yesterday, Trump lifted the ban on one BRILLIANT condition. When AMD saw the profits? They jumped in too. Here's the $50B trap Trump just set...
EMEA Employee Listening Trends Revealed in New Data
New Data on the State of Employee Listening in EMEA @perceptyx https://t.co/zzzPMQd7xf #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #FutureofHR
Map Topics First, Then Scale Content for Growth
Stop publishing 4 blog posts a month and praying they'll rank. Build the topical map first. Then ship 100 pages around 3-4 pillars in a quarter. Most of my clients grow out off a structure that compounds. Volume without it doesn't.
Keep Engineers, Add AI: Cost‑saving Myth Debunked
The CFO cut 12 engineers to save $1.8M. The AI token bill just hit $2.3M. And now they need engineers to figure out why the AI isn’t working. THE SAVINGS MYTH is the most expensive strategy in tech right now. You didn’t reduce headcount....