Down with the Politicians

Another great example why the U.S. political system is broken.  However, the inability of the American people to see through the rhetoric will allow it to continue.  Just like Rome, we are subject to downfall through apathy.

Staying the Course

Read a great article in Fortune magazine based on the most recent book by management guru Jim Collins.  Excellent discourse on what differentiates effective long-term leaders from their peers: the ability to set steady, achievable goals that can be replicated year over year.

Tech Bubble

A lot of discussion has been taking place on the current tech investment landscape and whether a bubble is forming.  I've seen a lot of arguments for and a lot of arguments against.

However, my answer is more moderate.  While I do agree that valuations are getting ridiculous for startups with little or no long-term market prospects or viability (go back and read that Color article), I also believe that there is significant opportunity in the market for great solutions to big problems and that there remain substantial businesses amid the startup fodder.

I believe that the key is sustainability and a strong value proposition.  Mark Suster discusses (brilliantly, I might add) the need to capture share of mind and find a sustainable value proposition.  Those that create more than a short-term virality (for a definition, see the presentation by Jonah Peretti of Buzzfeed) will be able to grow and survive.

Above all, I think the focus must be on reality and not hysteria.