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Algorithmic Recruiting of Laborers on a Gig platform
In earlier posts I have discussed the reconstitution of manufacturing and infrastructure rebuilds in the United States. This will be a V-shaped turn its challenges is how to recruit in an [ … ]
Power and Information Asymetry. Foreman in the Gig Economy
I have proposed that large infrastructure programs and a massive reconstitution of manufacturing within the United States is forthcoming and that much of this will be facilitated through ‘gig’ platforms. [ … ]
#Funny = Ali G video explains experts and pundits
The ‘job’ of pundits and experts is to preserve the status quo by ‘any means necessary’, outright lies included. Other experts will collude and it becomes a positive feedback loop. It is an [ … ]
Pink Slip to Bullshit Jobs
When I was growing up in the 70s I was afraid of all the things I was instructed to be afraid of. The impending killer bees and another ice age [ … ]
Good old days when losses were losses
I’m no accountant, but instead of “cost of revenue exceeded sales,” we used to just say “losses”.
Democratic Party Destruction and Pussy Hats
What’s the best way to support deep-seated change at the DNC? No more superdelegates and closed caucusing please? Time to wipe away the sclerosis Somebody asked this question in a [ … ]
Infrastructure rebuilding. Regulations & short cycles of hire/fire
I have written extensively on my thesis of the Gig Economy. It is broad so I have divided it into its components, some precise, some directional. The infrastructure and manufacturing [ … ]
Oh those nasty conspiracy theories…
History is written by the victors. Conspiracy theories by the losers.
Validated learning. Product of me
The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools – Confucius I have written before about my pivot to lean. [ … ]