I’ve recently been thinking about why people think that self-employment is such a big risk, especially in industries where human capital is important and economies of scale tend to be less important — like professional software development, for example. What is it that makes it so risky? Is it the fact that you have to compete… [Read More]
Don’t Let Time Pass You By
I recently wrote a blog post on the Yakezie about my trip to Ethiopia, a beautiful and fascinating country located in the horn of Africa. I talk about the lessons I have learned, and how we are all blessed. Here is an excerpt: “I recently had the good opportunity to travel to Ethiopia, a beautiful and fascinating country… [Read More]
Weekend Reading: Ethiopian Edition
Today marks a week since I returned from my trip to Ethiopia, a land of beauty and contrasts. I was there for two weeks, which isn’t a long time in this world, but was long enough for me to see new things and embrace new experiences. Recent posts I write more about my experiences in… [Read More]
A Journey to a Beautiful Land of Coffee and Contrasts…
I’m finally back from my trip to this beautiful country located at the horn of Africa; actually, I got back a few days ago but between work and jet lag I have been in a recovering sort of zombie-state, finally getting back to normal. 😉 Ethiopia is a rugged country with mountains and high plains;… [Read More]