November 9, 2026

Four Things I’d Plan 2027 Around, and How to Find Your Own

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My read of 2027 in four points, each with its source, and the two worksheets I use to find what’s already arriving and test your big decisions against three possible years.

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September 18, 2026

The Map in Your Head Is Out of Date

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The UN voted 164 to 1 for a world map showing countries at their true size. The harder question for leaders is which picture they are still deciding from.

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August 17, 2026

Same Data, Three Directions

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The Reserve Bank held. CBA and ANZ read the same data toward different conclusions, and so did the Fed, the ECB, the Bank of Japan and the Bank of England. Morris Misel on what happens to a decision when the institutions you’ve delegated judgement to stop agreeing.

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February 5, 2025

Attention Is Overrated: Why Chasing It Could Be Your Biggest Mistake

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Many businesses chase attention, but few realise the danger. Discover why prioritising value over attention is the key to long-term success, with insights from Morris Misel.

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