by John Macdonald | Jul 31, 2025 | The250
When you’re a startup, here are some of your advantages: Flexibility – You can say “yes” or “no” to anything Decision-making – You can decide for yourself Speed – You can start, stop, finish, or change at any time Attention – You can be... by John Macdonald | Jul 30, 2025 | The250
The 100-year flood, or for that matter, the 1000-year flood isn’t a real thing. It’s a set of statistical values used for engineering, insurance, and planning purposes. The engineers who design the burms, drainage, and pumps need a target. The actuaries need a... by John Macdonald | Jul 29, 2025 | The250
Do you know what your future looks like? Have you planned it out? Do you know what you’ll be doing, where you’ll be living, and who you’ll be with? Can you picture it? You need a strategy, and I hope it works out. But what if it doesn’t? What if there’s... by John Macdonald | Jul 28, 2025 | The250
Rule-followers (I’m one) take heed. Paraphrased from The Third Door, by Alex Banayan. Front Door: This is the main entrance for the ticket buyers. The people who follow the rules to see the show. It’s where 99 percent of the people wait in line, hoping... by John Macdonald | Jul 27, 2025 | The250
True for engineering deliveries. True for contracts. True for the rock band’s rider. True for packaging. True for the smart home water sensor you just ordered on Amazon. There are exceptions, of course, but should you rely on the exception? Nobody reads your...