May 28, 2022·edited May 28, 2022Liked by Ryan Butta
I always learn something from your article and your writing and thoughts make me think and rethink. So thank you again for this incredible initiative!
I think in a way, Prospect Theory applies to Sicilians. Sicilians know what they don't want to lose. I was once told if we focus on what we want, then we often get lost in it because there are always dozens of things we want to do/have. But when you are asked what you don't want to lose, there aren't many that you can list. So I think it is important we prioritise what we don't want to lose in our lives. Good quality napkins - certainly Sicilians don't mind losing but I feel sorry for them that they don't have Barossa shiraz there! XD
The prospect theory explains a lot to me now. I am certainly not on the play safe and fear loosing side, which I guess is why I like the venture capital model (you make 10 bets, knowing you will probably loose on 8 or 9 of them, but that 1 or 2 that win will return 100 times and more than make up).
New perspectives, interesting parallels, and hitting the sweet spots of including Italy and food. Was searching my inbox last week for this week's post. Thankyou Ryan, and have you been following the Giro?
Your writing style is inspiring, Ryan. I’m taking notes as I read. Also, the idea of going local makes a lot of sense from a pricing perspective and it fosters relationships with local suppliers.
Ha! This actually explains why Americans are so bad at making choices that will benefit us more in the long run. It's so frustrating, but it makes sense.
Great post. Particularly given the choices we all made here in Oz last Saturday.
I always learn something from your article and your writing and thoughts make me think and rethink. So thank you again for this incredible initiative!
I think in a way, Prospect Theory applies to Sicilians. Sicilians know what they don't want to lose. I was once told if we focus on what we want, then we often get lost in it because there are always dozens of things we want to do/have. But when you are asked what you don't want to lose, there aren't many that you can list. So I think it is important we prioritise what we don't want to lose in our lives. Good quality napkins - certainly Sicilians don't mind losing but I feel sorry for them that they don't have Barossa shiraz there! XD
The prospect theory explains a lot to me now. I am certainly not on the play safe and fear loosing side, which I guess is why I like the venture capital model (you make 10 bets, knowing you will probably loose on 8 or 9 of them, but that 1 or 2 that win will return 100 times and more than make up).
New perspectives, interesting parallels, and hitting the sweet spots of including Italy and food. Was searching my inbox last week for this week's post. Thankyou Ryan, and have you been following the Giro?
Your writing style is inspiring, Ryan. I’m taking notes as I read. Also, the idea of going local makes a lot of sense from a pricing perspective and it fosters relationships with local suppliers.
Have you invested in a handkerchief yet?
Every time I eat Gelato (many that be many, many times) I will think of the questions you have posed. Viva I’italia!
So so true-climate change!!!
I’m with the Sicilians…bring on more LOCALISM
Mmm that gelato!
Che bell’articolo
Loving your insights and funny delivery- so happy I signed up to get them!
Ha! This actually explains why Americans are so bad at making choices that will benefit us more in the long run. It's so frustrating, but it makes sense.