February 2010

Is February a time for New Year’s Resolutions and Reflection?

For many people this is a good time of year for reflection. Whether it is the religious holidays, the long awaiting of spring and warm weather or simply with the relief from the bustle of the holiday season people seem to spend this time of year reflecting and rebalancing themselves. Many people wait until February to set their personal goals so that they are passed the giddy rush of...

What are white papers? And why do we care?

What is a white paper? There is one standard answer and then there are many options. A white paper is usually a problem and solution report. For example if you have a problem with your computer you could search white papers for a solution. But what if you have an IT person for that? What use could a white paper possibly have for you?   I had a friend...

Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth and Happiness!

Just the name of this book is a tall order! Improving decisions about health, wealth and happiness. And the title is a bit of a stretch but I found this book to be helpful in detailing different approaches in how to help people do what is best without a lot of effort. To some that concept may rub the wrong way. After all, who determines what is best? This...