Originally published as a blog for the Plymouth Historical Society on May 17th, 2019 The economics of agriculture, or any sector of the economy, are actually quite simple at their core. A product is produced and someone needs to be willing to purchase that product. What is the key to maximum profit? Connecting the product to the consumer in as […]
Why do we give gifts? Are we looking to get something in return? Are we validating a relationship and deepening a bond? Is your gift simply an act of kindness and love? Are you giving to celebrate an occasion? Gift-giving is challenging. Is it going to be useful? Are my motivations pure? When is a gift just that, a gift, […]
Most people have likely played the Monopoly board game. What is the main goal? Basically, own everything. If you happen to own everything of a certain industry (color), even better. The more you own the higher the rent you can charge. The more rent you can charge the more likely you will be able to bankrupt your competitors and get […]
