Monthly Archives: November 2011

Black Friday, business plans and the homeless

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Jay Morris

As I write this, the stock market is going crazy, buoyed by news that this weekend’s Black Friday retail sales increased 16 percent to reach a record $52 billion. I also am writing this post somewhat groggily, having stayed up … Continue reading →

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It’s the economy, stupid

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Jay Morris

For much of my career in Washington, I’ve paid close attention to economic indicators and financial markets, something I always found ironic given that I have a master’s degree in English and won an academic prize in graduate school for … Continue reading →

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The importance of friendship and community

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Jay Morris

Starting a new business, beginning a new career or dealing with life changes requires not only a great deal of personal reflection and self-examination, it also is best done with the help and support of friends, colleagues and community. I … Continue reading →

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Birthdays, Bolles and parachutes

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Jay Morris

I recently celebrated a birthday. It wasn’t one of those milestone birthdays that ends in a zero or five, but, nonetheless, it was a reminder that the years are quickly going by and I am powerless to do anything about … Continue reading →

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