“There are more fools among buyers than among sellers.” – French Proverb
Category: Valuations
The “S” Word
Confronting claims of “strategic” value when the hard numbers weren't enough
What Happens In Vegas…
Just how reliable are our business case risk assessments?
Oh, Our Humanity!
The most dangerous bias is the bias denied.
No App For That
We are asking the wrong questions, not calculating the wrong answers.
Can Do!
Save the stretch goals for AFTER the decision is made
The Dark Side Of Goal Seek
Strategically withholding information from experts improves objectivity & accuracy
Straight From The Horse’s Mouth
What do you really want: great analysis or your first impressions repeated back to you?
Slackers Lurking
Lousy ideas sneak through approval processes by hiding in the folds of great ideas.
Value From… Where?
Financial engineering does not transform a dubious project into a winner. When the spreadsheets describe a boost in value, check for new risks hiding below the surface.
Strategic Bets 