The Irrelevant Investor

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Here are links to topics we discussed on the show. People aren't having babies Automation may wipe out 1/3 of America’s workforce by 2030 Solar prices are crashing Animal Spirits is a collective state of mind. Goldman's Primer on Blockchain is very good. The implosion in early stage VC Fred Wilson's take Goldman warns on valuation A makeover is in order for active managers Getting rich at a young age Your Move: The Underdog's Guide to Understanding Business Thanks for listening!

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Brown Advisory

DECEMBER 5, 2017

TEDxWilmington | Speak Up. Where It Counts. Loudly. ajackson. Tue, 12/05/2017 - 08:00. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at [link].

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The Irrelevant Investor

DECEMBER 5, 2017

December has historically been a good time to own stocks. Over the last 91 years, the S&P 500 has averaged a 1.7% return, compared to a 0.9% gain for all other months, not an insignificant spread. So what do we do with this information? 2017 is the twenty-seventh time that the S&P 500 has been up 20% through November. In the previous 26 instances, December has gone on to average an even stronger 1.95% return.

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Brown Advisory

DECEMBER 5, 2017

TEDxWilmington | How to Lead a Team When Everyone Thinks You're Crazy. ajackson. Tue, 12/05/2017 - 09:50. Speaker: Christopher Buccini. Leadership springs from a strong set of values and a vision that you can make something better -- even revitalize an entire city. It is also about pursuing your dreams, even if the odds are against you.? Chris Buccini is Co-President of The Buccini/Pollin Group, Inc.

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Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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Brown Advisory

DECEMBER 5, 2017

TEDxWilmington | Finding Healing and Purpose Through Service. ajackson. Tue, 12/05/2017 - 10:26. Speaker: Michelle DiFebo Freeman. The difference between seeing yourself as a victim of your circumstance versus putting your pain to work for the good of others is transforming. Great good is done in the world stemming from personal pain and heartache ~ the choice is each person's and can bring purpose and healing to those that choose to walk the path of service.

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Brown Advisory

DECEMBER 4, 2017

2017 Year-End Planning Letter. achen. Mon, 12/04/2017 - 13:10. Since last year’s U.S. presidential election, we have grappled with the lack of clarity regarding the details of new tax legislation. The outcome of the tax reform debate is likely to impact how we advise clients on tax planning, estate planning and a host of other topics. The dialogue in Washington is progressing, but we still do not know what tax law will look like going forward.

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The Irrelevant Investor

DECEMBER 7, 2017

It's impossible to escape the mania. By this point, literally everybody is talking about it. Friends, family members, customs agents , cats , and obviously, Uber drivers. If you own bitcoin or any of the other cryptos that are making those of us who don't feel foolish, good for you. For the rest of us, we've got some tough choices to make. All of us are pre-programmed with software that can make these types of situations difficult to navigate.

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The Irrelevant Investor

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Could today have been a more obvious "sell the news event?" Of course it wasn't obvious to me in the morning, and if we closed at the highs I wouldn't be writing this, but come on. Could this have been any more obvious? The S&P 500 fell 1% from its highs, and closed down a modest 0.11%. But the NASDAQ 100, which has been the leader of this market, fell more than 1% and had its second bad day in the last four sessions.

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