Archive for April, 2008

The Leaders Dilemma: How to Generate Cooperation at Home or Work

Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008

Every Tuesday is a Game Theory article at Mind Your Decisions. Motivating Joke One I found in my email: A couple in their nineties was having trouble remembering things so they went to their doctor for checkups. The doctor told them that they were both physically fine and advised them to write things ...

How to Enter a Tax Refund (or Payment) When Tracking Money

Sunday, April 20th, 2008

It’s already several months into the calendar year, but you just received the tax refund (or had to pay) for the income you earned last year. How should you enter it when tracking your money? I'm not an accountant, but I have considered two main choices that work practically: ...

When I Choose to Outsource My Chores (Hint: It is Rare)

Thursday, April 17th, 2008

Outsourcing is not just a business concept. It’s a life philosophy. Divide, delegate, and conquer. This attitude is why working professionals think about hiring help for cooking and cleaning or even for scheduling medical appointments. After all, why would do something yourself when you can get someone to do it for you? ...

I Don’t Budget—Here’s Why

Wednesday, April 16th, 2008

If you like budgets, you don’t need to read more. If you have never tried a budget, then give one a try because experience is the best teacher. This article is meant for people who have tried budgets, realize they have faults, and are confused why financial people keep yelling at ...

The Hat Puzzle (A Consulting or Engineering Interview Brain Teaser)

Tuesday, April 15th, 2008

Every Tuesday is a Game Theory article at Mind Your Decisions. The Hat Puzzle is one of my favorites. This is one of those brain teasers people might ask in an interview for a consulting or engineering job. Here is the problem, as worded by Sara Robinson (this is a good article ...