Nel Talk

Examining why conformists have consistently outnumbered independent thinkers throughout history, and whether there's an evolutionary advantage to following the crowd.

Discovering the anatomy of institutional heists through the lens of 'opportunity stealing heroes' - from central banks to HR departments, examining systems that create wealth gaps while enjoying positive public opinion.

In modern finance, taxes are paid so inflation does not happen. Exploring why governments collect taxes despite the enormous compliance costs, and what really happens when they don't.

There is no such thing as job security without taking away freedom from future generations. Understanding government budgets reveals why the illusion of secure white-collar jobs comes at a cost.

Exploring the structural reasons why deviants inevitably face opposition, and why true independent thinking requires complete detachment from status consciousness.

A simple experiment to test if your recruiters are doing their job: create fictional profiles with ideal resumes and see if they make it past the phone screen.

Why the best composers don't make everyone play all the time. A reflection on how idling and emptiness are essential for effective outcomes, not just in music, but in business and life.

Five tell-tale signs of poor leadership: from speculating on stocks to making bad offers. Patterns observed over 10 years that consistently predict worse company performance.