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Just my thoughts #0498

In a market economy, ‘price’ is determined by supply and demand. Producers supply and consumers demand, and the compromise between them is price. However, the price determined by supply and demand is not always beneficial to both producers and consumers. The price formed in the market is distorted by various factors, and the imbalance that occurs at these times results in a loss for some and a benefit for others. Wealth transfer occurs when there is an imbalance in the price of a good or service. Price imbalance necessitates an understanding of the essence of the market that forms between supply and demand, and it is a fundamental virtue for entrepreneurs to develop an ability to recognize bubbles and undervaluation of value. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”

Just my thoughts #0196

Experience should not serve as a constraint that confines individuals to their past; instead, it should act as a foundation for future endeavors. While successful experiences can instill confidence, they may simultaneously restrict one’s thoughts and actions, leading to potential lapses in judgment. It is noteworthy that my achievements may not have solely stemmed from my abilities but could have been attributed to fortuitous circumstances, often arising from the missteps of others. A valuable experience should not foster arrogance or dismiss the fallibility of unwavering self-assurance and disregard for alternative perspectives. To mitigate the risk of failure, one must cultivate humility. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”

Just my thoughts #0189

McDonald’s main menu featured barbecue, and the hamburger was one of 27 items. McDonald’s provided a system for customers to order directly, pick up a hamburger after a while, and serve the food on a plate rather than in a wrapper. When they faced stagnant business, they looked back at the cause and found that 80% of sales came from hamburgers, French fries, and beverages. It took a long time to reduce the menu and switch from plates to wrappers. The past holds back the present and the future. Poor success also involves the burdens of the past. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”