Earlier writing by Dusty Wunderlich. New essays appear at The Plumb Line.https://dustywunderlich.com/https://dustywunderlich.com/christianity-time-preference-and-the-collapse-of-american-culture/https://dustywunderlich.com/christianity-time-preference-and-the-collapse-of-american-culture/America is still full of churches, but increasingly empty of Christians. For the first time in our nation’s history, fewer than half of U.S. adults claim membership in a house of worship. The number of Americans identifying as Christian has fallen sharply over the past two decadeSun, 30 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/you-cant-be-both-the-contradiction-at-the-heart-of-u-s-economic-policy/https://dustywunderlich.com/you-cant-be-both-the-contradiction-at-the-heart-of-u-s-economic-policy/The Reserve Currency Paradox There is a deep, unresolved contradiction at the heart of U.S. economic policy: the desire to be a nationalist economy and the issuer of the global reserve currency. These two aims are fundamentally at odds. A nationalist economy requires trade protecWed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/purpose-worldview/https://dustywunderlich.com/purpose-worldview/Purpose Logos is the Greek word for logic but has had many different meanings at different points in history. In the bible, the Christians referred to Logos as the word of God and from which all things were made. Aristotle recognized Logos at reasoned discourse, the logic behind Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/a-fable-on-cheating-time-zombies-unicorns-the-tortoise/https://dustywunderlich.com/a-fable-on-cheating-time-zombies-unicorns-the-tortoise/This story was originally posted by the Mises Institute Dusty Wunderlich | Published March 3, 2024 There is a grand economic fable that has been unfolding over the past two decades, one filled with mythical creatures and great fantasy. The main character of this fable is the granWed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/freedom-fest-2023-liberty-as-a-refuge-from-democracys-failures/https://dustywunderlich.com/freedom-fest-2023-liberty-as-a-refuge-from-democracys-failures/As I start to prepare for the upcoming Freedom Fest in July, I’m filled with deep appreciation for those in the liberty community fighting for freedom on a multitude of issues throughout society. The world has seen unprecedented intrusions on personal liberty in recent years makiTue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/paradise-valley-a-case-study-in-free-market-conservation/https://dustywunderlich.com/paradise-valley-a-case-study-in-free-market-conservation/This story was originally posted by the Mises Institute Dusty Wunderlich | Published January 2, 2023 I first became aware of the Property and Environment Research Center (“PERC”) after moving to Montana and was immediately intrigued by their work. The more I dug into their researWed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-great-outdoors-payments/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-great-outdoors-payments/The beauty of the free markets is their constant change and adaptation. As markets move from optimism to pessimism the market players adjust and change to the landscape. Sometimes completely unrelated industries converge during this process and create a new trend. The post-pandemWed, 26 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/new-adventures-in-southwestern-montana/https://dustywunderlich.com/new-adventures-in-southwestern-montana/My personal blog has been dedicated mostly to philosophy, economics and entrepreneurship. These areas of focus are a significant part of who I am but not exhaustive by any means. As an attempt to make this personal blog a better reflection of my worldview and personality I plan oWed, 04 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/freedom-in-discipline-stick-to-the-program-podcast/https://dustywunderlich.com/freedom-in-discipline-stick-to-the-program-podcast/I recently had the pleasure of joining my long time friend and coach, Casey Parlett, on his podcast, Stick to the Program. Casey Parlett is a world class fitness trainer and retired professional fighter. I have been following his programming and instruction for years and at peak Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/economic-insights-4th-quarter-2019/https://dustywunderlich.com/economic-insights-4th-quarter-2019/*The Economic Insights report is a snapshot of a broader in-depth research report created for private sector companies. The overall theoretical methodology behind the report can be found at the following link, The Problem of Big Data: An A Priori Epistemelogical Approach to TechnFri, 18 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/nation-and-state-are-two-different-things/https://dustywunderlich.com/nation-and-state-are-two-different-things/This story originally appeared on Mises Wire Dusty Wunderlich | Published August 5, 2019 I recently returned from two weeks abroad in Russia, I did the usual sightseeing, but my main objective was to climb the highest peak in Europe, Mount Elbrus, which happens to be in Southern Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/economic-insights-3rd-quarter-2019/https://dustywunderlich.com/economic-insights-3rd-quarter-2019/*The Economic Insights report is a snapshot of a broader in-depth research report created for private sector companies. The overall theoretical methodology behind the report can be found at the following link, The Problem of Big Data: An A Priori Epistemelogical Approach to TechnTue, 09 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/moneywier-podcast-is-crypto-the-currency-of-the-future/https://dustywunderlich.com/moneywier-podcast-is-crypto-the-currency-of-the-future/The Young American Center for Financial Education is a great organization teaching young minds the importance of finance through practical application. The Center operates the Young Americans Bank which is the only bank in the world for kids under 21 years of age. The bank holds Tue, 16 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/give-me-that-entitlement-ethics-and-the-destruction-of-private-property/https://dustywunderlich.com/give-me-that-entitlement-ethics-and-the-destruction-of-private-property/The definition of entitlement is the belief that one is deserving of or entitled to certain special privileges or others property. Much of the narrative in modern Western culture centers around this definition in one way or another. Headlines are riddled with stories of entitlemeMon, 18 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/compulsory-school-attendance-an-experiment-in-cultural-assimilation/https://dustywunderlich.com/compulsory-school-attendance-an-experiment-in-cultural-assimilation/For centuries the western world has leveraged compulsory public education and attendance laws to promote cultural assimilation. In many cases the ends are different but the means are always the same, children. The virtue signaling and misguided altruism is nothing more than a mirMon, 04 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/nevada-newsmakers-interview/https://dustywunderlich.com/nevada-newsmakers-interview/I appeared on Nevada Newsmakers on January 7th to discuss the Nevada economy and my white paper on the Problem of Big Data. Paul Enos was a gracious host and I enjoyed getting the opportunity to share some of my recent research and theories on the show.Tue, 15 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/3-ways-startups-can-promote-innovation-in-the-trump-era/https://dustywunderlich.com/3-ways-startups-can-promote-innovation-in-the-trump-era/This story originally appeared in Entrepreneur Dusty Wunderlich | Published January 4, 2017 The next four years could mark a golden age for startups if, as he promised during his campaign, President-elect Donald Trump loosens regulations and special-interests influence — and if eFri, 04 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/3-ways-to-decentralize-management-and-boost-productivity/https://dustywunderlich.com/3-ways-to-decentralize-management-and-boost-productivity/This story originally appeared in Entrepreneur Dusty Wunderlich | Published March 15, 2017 This article is included in Entrepreneur Voices on Strategic Management, a new book containing insights from more than 20 contributors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. Corporate structuFri, 04 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-real-tesla-effect-manipulation-of-time-preferences/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-real-tesla-effect-manipulation-of-time-preferences/This story originally appeared on Mises Wire Dusty Wunderlich | Published January 18, 2019 As humans, we want to satisfy our needs in the present rather than the future. This is a fundamental truth of human action. If we preferred to satisfy needs in the future over the present, Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/venture-capitals-existential-crisis-the-disintermediation-of-institutional-capital/https://dustywunderlich.com/venture-capitals-existential-crisis-the-disintermediation-of-institutional-capital/Investing in emerging technologies and industries has traditionally been the realm of venture capitalists and only the most elite could participate in this close circle. The venture capital industry ushered in a great generation of innovation and a new take on investment strategiWed, 14 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/slavery-by-vote-confessions-from-a-disenfranchised-voter-on-election-day/https://dustywunderlich.com/slavery-by-vote-confessions-from-a-disenfranchised-voter-on-election-day/For years I used to get energized to vote and participate in a new election. I remember the day I turned 18 I registered to vote, I couldn’t wait to participate. It could not be more opposite for me now, election days are sombering days. They are a reminder of the coercive natureTue, 06 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-false-prophesy-of-big-data/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-false-prophesy-of-big-data/I recently had the distinct pleasure of presenting my latest white paper, The Problem of Big Data: An A Priori Epistemological Approach to Technological Advancement, at the Libertarian Scholars Conference hosted by the Mises Institute. In this paper, I explore the philosophical pThu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-problem-of-big-data-an-a-priori-epistemological-approach-to-big-data/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-problem-of-big-data-an-a-priori-epistemological-approach-to-big-data/Abstract: The Problem of Big data is a thorough analysis of the use and philosophy of Big Data and its economic and political implications. The analysis is done through the lens of epistemology and the importance of framing knowledge creation around cultural and technological chaMon, 22 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/libertarian-scholars-conference-abstract-the-problem-of-big-data/https://dustywunderlich.com/libertarian-scholars-conference-abstract-the-problem-of-big-data/In the early 1970’s many of the great Libertarian minds gathered to submit papers and concepts around liberty. This conference became an annual affair and was known as the Libertarian Scholars Conference. Some of the greatest advancements in Libertarian thought came out of this cThu, 11 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-logical-fallacies-of-economic-development/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-logical-fallacies-of-economic-development/There are thousands of bureaucrats and politicians around the country that are touting their centralized economic development strategies as works of genius. But when you look under the hood of what is actually being said and done there is significant logical fallacies behind thesSun, 12 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-problem-of-big-data-an-epistemological-approach-to-technological-advancement/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-problem-of-big-data-an-epistemological-approach-to-technological-advancement/The promise of big data and artificial intelligence to change society is an exciting concept to behold. The Economist highlighted data as the most valuable commodity in the world on the cover of their magazine, replacing oil for the top spot. Bigger and bigger sets of data matcheTue, 07 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-cryptocurrency-bear-fallacy-3-reasons-why-warren-and-fiat-currency-apologists-are-wrong/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-cryptocurrency-bear-fallacy-3-reasons-why-warren-and-fiat-currency-apologists-are-wrong/A list of global elites taking strong bear positions against cryptocurrency continues to grow by the day. The most recognizable in the news lately is Warren Buffet. Warren Buffet and his team at Berkshire Hathaway made sure to undress cryptocurrency at their recent shareholders mSun, 06 May 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/a-case-for-cryptocurrency-commodity-money-for-the-fourth-industrial-revolution/https://dustywunderlich.com/a-case-for-cryptocurrency-commodity-money-for-the-fourth-industrial-revolution/Abstract: A Case for Cryptocurrency explores the history of money through the three industrial revolutions and lays out a case of why society is on the brink of a massive shift in wealth and a change in our currency. The fourth industrial revolution like the prior three industriaTue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/congress-and-cryptocurrency-the-illusion-of-knowledge/https://dustywunderlich.com/congress-and-cryptocurrency-the-illusion-of-knowledge/Today, Congress had its first official hearing on cryptocurrency and the commentary was predictable and in alignment with its approval rating, bad. Congress is already making cryptocurrency a partisan issue with Democrats demonizing crytocurrency while Republicans try to defend iFri, 16 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/fitness-licensing/https://dustywunderlich.com/fitness-licensing/In 2007 I was doing my usual training at a local community gym when I saw two very fit elderly men doing a series of interval training I had never seen before. My curiosity got the best of me and I went over to the two gentlemen to ask them what they were doing. ThisSun, 04 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/is-bitcoin-a-fraud/https://dustywunderlich.com/is-bitcoin-a-fraud/“Bitcoin is a fraud that will eventually blow up. It’s worse than tulip bulbs. It won’t end well. Someone is going to get killed.” Jamie Dimon, JP Morgan CEO This quote marks an important time in financial history, the CEO of a global banking institution making objective claims aFri, 22 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/2001-2/https://dustywunderlich.com/2001-2/This story originally appeared in The Reno Gazette Journal Dusty Wunderlich | Published July 20, 2017 From a young age, we innately want to make our own choices. Even toddlers start to have their own preferences that are unique to their happiness. The ability to choose is such a Sat, 29 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-economy-needs-fewer-better-fintech-regulations/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-economy-needs-fewer-better-fintech-regulations/This story originally appeared in The Observer Dusty Wunderlich | Published June 25, 2017 The official line on the Great Recession is that it’s over. The economy has recovered, and brighter days are ahead for Americans who suffered through the worst economic spell since the 1930sMon, 10 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/negative-innovation-hurting-entrepreneurs/https://dustywunderlich.com/negative-innovation-hurting-entrepreneurs/This story originally appeared in USA Today Dusty Wunderlich | Published April 26, 2017 Entrepreneurism is going extinct in rural areas. Our livelihood as a business-friendly state is at risk, compounding the threat to the pioneering mindset which inspires our economy. In an era Thu, 18 May 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-resurrection-and-the-trilemma-of-truth/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-resurrection-and-the-trilemma-of-truth/Many who know me or follow my writings know that I discuss the concepts of entitlement, protectionism, and privilege on a regular basis. I have addressed these topics from a philosophical and economic view point often and believe these mindsets to be the foundation in our cultureMon, 17 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-entrepreneurial-crossroads/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-entrepreneurial-crossroads/Entrepreneurship is a chaotic path that does not always go in the direction one thinks. This is the exhilarating part of being an entrepreneur. It is also what makes it an incredibly humbling and rewarding experience. The path of unpredictability in innovation is one worth travelFri, 31 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/its-getting-harder-to-afford-to-live-in-reno/https://dustywunderlich.com/its-getting-harder-to-afford-to-live-in-reno/This story originally appeared in the Reno Gazette Journal Dusty Wunderlich | Published February 23, 2017 There has been a lot of talk recently about our growth. Many economic development and political leaders champion the growth as a badge of honor, yet many are starting to chanWed, 08 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-great-disruption-how-fintech-will-transform-banking/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-great-disruption-how-fintech-will-transform-banking/Abstract: The Great Disruption takes a deep analysis of the economic ripple effect created by the fractional reserve banking system. The harsh economic reality of the research is met with an equally uplifting outline of how financial technology will help to transform a broken banWed, 08 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/3-financing-keys-for-aspiring-entrepreneurs/https://dustywunderlich.com/3-financing-keys-for-aspiring-entrepreneurs/This story originally appeared on Entrepreneur Dusty Wunderlich | Published February 13, 2017 By design, MIT’s launch of “The Engine” last October gave aspiring entrepreneurs new hope. The venture offers startups funding, space and expertise. For companies in the scientific and tWed, 22 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-reno-works-program-the-grit-of-the-silent-men-and-women-in-our-community/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-reno-works-program-the-grit-of-the-silent-men-and-women-in-our-community/Today we celebrated the fifth Reno Works graduating class. We heard seven great stories of overcoming adversity, going from rock bottom back to success. I had the privilege of addressing the graduating class and renew our commitment to those wanting a second chance in our communiFri, 03 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/spending-outpaces-economy-for-nevada-government/https://dustywunderlich.com/spending-outpaces-economy-for-nevada-government/This story originally appeared in the Reno Gazette Journal Dusty Wunderlich | Published 10:05 a.m. PT January 26, 2017 The new year marks a time of reflection and goal setting. Last year ended with a multitude of positive articles about Nevada and Reno. Recent headlines highlightSun, 29 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/big-data-and-cognitive-biases/https://dustywunderlich.com/big-data-and-cognitive-biases/Join us as we explore the world of AI, machine learning and other new technologies that are redefining the world of consumer analytics and finance.Mon, 09 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/1797-2/https://dustywunderlich.com/1797-2/MAR 31, 2015 @ 09:00 AM – Dusty Wunderlich Originally published on forbes.com We’ve all watched technology upend industry after industry, transforming how we consume media, how we shop and even how we hail a taxi. But one of the fundamental elements of the economy — the way we boThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/3-things-to-remember-when-upping-your-community-involvement/https://dustywunderlich.com/3-things-to-remember-when-upping-your-community-involvement/Originally published on Triplepundit.com Dusty Wunderlich – Wednesday, Feb 17th, 2016 Every company, no matter what size or industry, should be involved in its community. Whether it’s a local community, an online community or even a trade-specific community, maintaining a presencThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/5-ways-to-hold-employees-accountable-without-damaging-company-culture/https://dustywunderlich.com/5-ways-to-hold-employees-accountable-without-damaging-company-culture/Originally published on the Huffington Post 08/03/2015 04:39 pm ET | Updated Aug 03, 2016 By Dusty Wunderlich Contrary to what many companies think, employees want to feel like they’re being held accountable for their work. Accountability equates to responsibility, and responsibiThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/attention-startups-here-is-why-you-need-to-hire-a-director-of-people-and-culture/https://dustywunderlich.com/attention-startups-here-is-why-you-need-to-hire-a-director-of-people-and-culture/BY DUSTY WUNDERLICH · JUNE 30, 2015 ADVICE, LIFESTYLE, MANAGEMENT, RESOURCES, STRATEGIC Originally published in AlleyWatch People are the foundation of your company, and every employee you add serves as another brick — making your company stronger and more resistant to the pressuThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/can-paying-people-to-quit-actually-drive-better-employee-engagement/https://dustywunderlich.com/can-paying-people-to-quit-actually-drive-better-employee-engagement/Originally published on TLNT By Dusty Wunderlich April 5, 2016 What do you do with an “adequate” employee — the type of person who puts in just enough effort to get the job done, but is clearly only in it for the paycheck? The answer, as strange as it may seem, might be to payThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/blockchain-nevadas-next-horizon/https://dustywunderlich.com/blockchain-nevadas-next-horizon/This article originally appeared on Reno Gazette Journal Dusty Wunderlich – 8:07 p.m. PT July 15, 2016 The state of Nevada is well-positioned for an entrepreneurial renaissance with the convergence of business-friendly regulators and the emergence of blockchain. Proactive legislaThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/federal-tax-laws-hinder-renos-startup-ambitions/https://dustywunderlich.com/federal-tax-laws-hinder-renos-startup-ambitions/Dusty Wunderlich Published 10:49 a.m. PT April 16, 2016 | Updated 1:29 p.m. PT April 18, 2016 Story originally published in Reno Gazette Journal A major hurdle blocks Reno from realizing its potential as a tech hub. Legislation may soon be considered that could move the needle foThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/home-buyers-beware-e2808b-renos-rising-prices-indicate-another-boom-bust/https://dustywunderlich.com/home-buyers-beware-e2808b-renos-rising-prices-indicate-another-boom-bust/This story originally appeared in the Reno Gazette Journal Dusty Wunderlich | Published 12:20 p.m. PT Sept. 9, 2016 | Updated 8:29 a.m. PT Sept. 13, 2016 “Should I buy?” “Should I sell?” These questions are posed daily in this up-again housing market. Buyers who survived the collThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/how-behavioral-data-can-help-lenders-assess-consumers-credit/https://dustywunderlich.com/how-behavioral-data-can-help-lenders-assess-consumers-credit/Published originally on Equities.com Dusty Wunderlich | Thursday, 09 July 2015 14:35 (EST) Traditionally speaking, credit reports define consumers. Good credit signals trustworthy borrowers; bad or little credit is defined as too high-risk. But these reports don’t tell the whole Thu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/how-student-debt-will-cripple-the-american-dream/https://dustywunderlich.com/how-student-debt-will-cripple-the-american-dream/Student debt is on the rise, pushing the American dream further from reach for college grads. So how are we going to fix it?Thu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/how-offering-financing-will-give-you-a-competitive-edge/https://dustywunderlich.com/how-offering-financing-will-give-you-a-competitive-edge/Originally published on Yahoo Small Business By Dusty Wunderlich More often than not, financing gets a bad rap. Sure, Apple can mark up a product as high as it wants, and McDonald’s can increase the price of hamburgers, but when the product is money, customers and merchants startThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/is-offering-alternative-payment-options-a-good-business-bet/https://dustywunderlich.com/is-offering-alternative-payment-options-a-good-business-bet/This article originally appeared on business2community.com Dusty Wunderlich — May 18, 2015 In today’s economy, it is more stressful than ever for consumers to make big purchases, especially when those purchases pop up unexpectedly. This happens when an old refrigerator finally crThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/job-growth-productivity-both-needed-for-a-healthy-economy/https://dustywunderlich.com/job-growth-productivity-both-needed-for-a-healthy-economy/This story originally appeared in the Reno Gazette Journal Dusty Wunderlich | Published 4:00 p.m. PT July 1, 2016 | Updated 4:03 p.m. PT July 1, 2016 From the housing market to grocery shopping, we know considering only one measure leads to incomplete decision-making. Smart shoppThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/major-corporate-tax-incentives-bad-for-nevada/https://dustywunderlich.com/major-corporate-tax-incentives-bad-for-nevada/This article originally appeared in the Reno Gazette Journal Geoffrey Lawrence and Dusty Wunderlich | 2:24 p.m. PT May 31, 2016 Tax incentives for select companies are not good for Nevadans. That was our winning argument at the Reno Debate Society’s inaugural event. We were honorThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/rural-entrepreneurship-is-going-extinct/https://dustywunderlich.com/rural-entrepreneurship-is-going-extinct/By Dusty Wunderlich Published 4:48 p.m. PT June 3, 2016 | Updated 12:40 p.m. PT June 6, 2016 This week’s low job report sent shock waves. While pundits pontificate on stalled job growth despite relatively low unemployment and the impact both might have on capital markets, they maThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/subsidies-unfair-to-small-businesses-taxpayers/https://dustywunderlich.com/subsidies-unfair-to-small-businesses-taxpayers/This article originally appeared in the Reno Gazette Journal Dusty Wunderlich | 4:01 p.m. PT Dec. 16, 2015 As an entrepreneur, I take risk seriously. Understanding the difference between blind hope and calculated risk is what separates successful entrepreneurs from those that craThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/what-you-should-really-be-looking-for-in-your-next-team-member/https://dustywunderlich.com/what-you-should-really-be-looking-for-in-your-next-team-member/Dusty Wunderlich — November 16, 2015 Originally published on business2community.com When we started building our company, we knew we had a problem: There was never enough cash for everything we wanted to accomplish. As a labor-intensive startup without the funds to hire a large tThu, 05 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/a-reflection-on-mortality-why-im-replacing-my-goals-with-an-obituary-in-2017/https://dustywunderlich.com/a-reflection-on-mortality-why-im-replacing-my-goals-with-an-obituary-in-2017/The end of each year brings great reflection and excitement for the possibilities in the year to come. We take this time to set new goals and resolutions in hope of finding that slice of happiness and success. As I sat down to take on this process again I had more questions than Sun, 18 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-story-of-mispriced-risk-why-we-are-headed-for-another-housing-bubble/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-story-of-mispriced-risk-why-we-are-headed-for-another-housing-bubble/I will be writing a series of articles in different publications on why I think we are heading for another housing bubble. But more importantly how we can fix our housing market, the largest asset in the world, long term. As the government and industry continue to push real estatWed, 07 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/death-to-sales-marketing-why-we-killed-traditional-departments-at-bristlecone/https://dustywunderlich.com/death-to-sales-marketing-why-we-killed-traditional-departments-at-bristlecone/So what does a group of misfit entrepreneurs do after growing 600% in a year? We blow it up and completely reorganize half the company to adapt and adjust to the new economy. We did this by killing sales and marketing and this is why… Technology has ushered in the new economy andSun, 27 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/why-the-millennial-socialist-is-confused/https://dustywunderlich.com/why-the-millennial-socialist-is-confused/I find it quite interesting that the Millennial generation has taken to Socialism and largely the biggest supporter of the Socialist Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders. I find their actions and consumer behaviors indicate the exact opposite of the economic and political philosMon, 21 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/how-college-students-can-correct-the-institution-imbalance/https://dustywunderlich.com/how-college-students-can-correct-the-institution-imbalance/This post was originally published by How Life Works By Dusty Wunderlich Planning Ahead for Your Career Students usually attend college to get better jobs and increase their earning potential. At least that’s how the system is supposed to work. Thanks to a concept known as “educaFri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-poor-are-getting-richer/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-poor-are-getting-richer/This article was originally featured on Independent Journal Opinion. No one can deny that American wealth disparity is a serious hot-button issue these days. Presidential candidates from both sides of the aisle are talking about this problem, and few have been more vociferous thaFri, 26 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/i-dont-care-about-your-non-gmo-pesticide-free-local-organic-vegan-diet-or-your-prius-or-your-mindfullness/https://dustywunderlich.com/i-dont-care-about-your-non-gmo-pesticide-free-local-organic-vegan-diet-or-your-prius-or-your-mindfullness/The Spiritual, Diet, and Energy Wealth Gap: Why Affluent Americans Are Clueless About The World! It is a daily occurrence to read about the latest spiritual, diet, or energy fad in the Western world all touting how this new advancement is making the world a better place. Just remSun, 03 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-economic-development-conundrum-thinking-statically-in-a-dynamic-marketplace/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-economic-development-conundrum-thinking-statically-in-a-dynamic-marketplace/In less than a months time I will be up on the TEDx stage disucussing the issues with higher education and the labor markets. Specifically on the over supply of higher education in the marketplace which is causing major issues in our labor markets. This has been driven by staticaSat, 19 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/how-tech-startups-can-make-a-big-change-in-the-financial-industry/https://dustywunderlich.com/how-tech-startups-can-make-a-big-change-in-the-financial-industry/This article was originally featured on Tech.co By Dusty Wunderlich It’s been a long time coming: The financial industry is being torn down and built back up from scratch, and this evolution is mostly being led by upstarts. You know, the ones that fancy themselves technology firmMon, 19 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/4-ways-team-activities-can-boost-your-company-culture/https://dustywunderlich.com/4-ways-team-activities-can-boost-your-company-culture/This article was originally featured on Young Upstarts By Dusty Wunderlich Company culture is an elusive ideal. The whole process of creating and maintaining culture can be nebulous, and there’s no single way to develop it. Our company’s leaders had an unusual source of inspiratiThu, 08 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/silicon-valley-could-be-ruining-fintech/https://dustywunderlich.com/silicon-valley-could-be-ruining-fintech/This article was originally featured on VentureBeat.com By Dusty Wunderlich Remember that friend from college who never quite matured out of the “party every weekend” mentality? Who defaulted on every student loan? Who thinks a good job is measured by how well it accommodates hanTue, 22 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/what-regulation-a-means-for-the-future-of-investing/https://dustywunderlich.com/what-regulation-a-means-for-the-future-of-investing/This article was originally posted in Equities.com By: Dusty Wunderlich The Securities and Exchange Commission recently legitimized crowdfunding as an investment platform. It was once just the darling of small niche projects on sites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo. But when the STue, 08 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/saddle-up-how-your-startup-can-implement-ranch-style-culture/https://dustywunderlich.com/saddle-up-how-your-startup-can-implement-ranch-style-culture/(Originally posted on Startups.co) By Dusty Wunderlich The term “ranch-style culture” might call to mind the nostalgia of Western films, folk songs, and tumbleweeds. It’s an image that doesn’t seem to gel well with the fast-paced world of innovation and startups. But the wisdom oSun, 06 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/education-arbitrage-why-education-is-making-us-a-less-intelligent-and-productive-society/https://dustywunderlich.com/education-arbitrage-why-education-is-making-us-a-less-intelligent-and-productive-society/My business partner and I are products of the rural Nevada education system. We are proud Fallon and Elko, Nevada graduates. I was a terrible student based on institutional standards to the point my fifth grade teacher wanted to place me in special education. With that said, my NFri, 12 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/an-economic-political-overview-of-northern-nevada-its-time-to-ask-the-hard-questions/https://dustywunderlich.com/an-economic-political-overview-of-northern-nevada-its-time-to-ask-the-hard-questions/After the great recession of 2008 a lot of people had to reinvent themselves and think about what was next. I was in that same position after the investment bank firm I was working for in Lake Tahoe shut its doors. I was left with that terrifying yet exciting question of what wasTue, 26 May 2015 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-problem-of-morality-how-do-we-reconcile-so-many-definitions-of-right-and-wrong/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-problem-of-morality-how-do-we-reconcile-so-many-definitions-of-right-and-wrong/The Problem of Morality is a question that I have been wrestling with most of 2014 and through extensive reading, seeking, and my own life experiences this year I have put together this blog as a culmination of my thoughts and position on this very important and critical questionSun, 28 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/liberty-the-pushpull-relationship-between-freedom-truth/https://dustywunderlich.com/liberty-the-pushpull-relationship-between-freedom-truth/Liberty: the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one’s way of life, behavior, or political views. It has been quite sometime since I have been able to sit down and write due to my life commitments and responsibilities. However, Sat, 01 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/finding-strength-through-self-or-grace-a-short-analysis-on-the-differences-between-prayer-and-meditation/https://dustywunderlich.com/finding-strength-through-self-or-grace-a-short-analysis-on-the-differences-between-prayer-and-meditation/In our culture it is now the norm to hear people say they are spiritual and not religious or they meditate instead of pray. At face value this seems like a fair statement in a secular culture. Let’s dig a little deeper into the above statements to unravel the true meaning behind Fri, 25 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-inconvenience-and-freedom-in-truth/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-inconvenience-and-freedom-in-truth/Would you sacrifice truth for momentary pleasure or relief or success or fame? It is a tough question to approach and although many of us would say no I think most of us, myself included, fall short of that in practice. Truth is an extraordinary thing, it has the ability to put yThu, 06 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/a-response-to-the-npr-evolution-versus-creation-debate-why-religious-thought-science-are-not-mutually-exclusive/https://dustywunderlich.com/a-response-to-the-npr-evolution-versus-creation-debate-why-religious-thought-science-are-not-mutually-exclusive/The Framework For Science & Religious Thought For the record, any debate putting science versus religious or philosophical thought is nothing but an exercise in vanity. This is not an either/or issue, it should be about utilizing all forms of knowledge and disciplines to seek ultTue, 11 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/an-evening-discussion-with-a-medical-doctor/https://dustywunderlich.com/an-evening-discussion-with-a-medical-doctor/As we clumsily walk through the process of socializing medicine in the United States I am constantly reminded of the lifelong commitment and sacrifices that doctors have made to serve our health needs as a society. It troubles me to see so many doctors silenced in a discussion thMon, 23 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/karma-what-the-gurus-and-new-age-arent-telling-you-about-its-oppressive-history-and-philosophy/https://dustywunderlich.com/karma-what-the-gurus-and-new-age-arent-telling-you-about-its-oppressive-history-and-philosophy/Would you judge someone based on events that happened earlier in their life or another life without any knowledge or evidence of those events? Would you accept that a person is in poverty or oppression because of something they did before you met them in this life or another withSun, 15 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/a-salute-to-the-unsung-heroes-why-gut-wrenching-tragedy-and-abysmal-failure-should-be-our-motivation-and-not-six-pack-abs-and-positive-thinking/https://dustywunderlich.com/a-salute-to-the-unsung-heroes-why-gut-wrenching-tragedy-and-abysmal-failure-should-be-our-motivation-and-not-six-pack-abs-and-positive-thinking/The current message in the Western world is that health, wellness and behavioral psychology (aka spirituality) is the key to happiness in life – organic foods, six pack abs and positive thinking will change the world or so we think. As many of you know I am big advocate for healtSun, 08 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/guiding-questions-principles-for-business-partnerships-seeing-past-the-sunshine-and-rainbows/https://dustywunderlich.com/guiding-questions-principles-for-business-partnerships-seeing-past-the-sunshine-and-rainbows/Most business partnerships are formed when its all sunshine and rainbows. This type of optimism is crucial to entrepreneurship but can also create blind spots. At the moment when everyone is hopeful and getting along is when great concessions are made which can come back to hauntFri, 22 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-danger-of-postmodernism-new-age-thinking-22-whatever-you-want-it-to/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-danger-of-postmodernism-new-age-thinking-22-whatever-you-want-it-to/Much of what I have been writing about in the last year is directly related to this subject. I see this as a highly important topic to be aware of and think about as a society. The fact is that Postmodernism and the New Age movement are influencing almost everything in our societSun, 03 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-education-conundrum-why-higher-education-is-making-us-a-less-intelligent-and-productive-society/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-education-conundrum-why-higher-education-is-making-us-a-less-intelligent-and-productive-society/What if I told you that you could start a business and sell a product that a majority of society thought they “needed” but did not produce the results it stated and the customer could not return the product and the price increased every year more than inflation. I don’t know abouMon, 21 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/why-crossfit-needs-consolidation-for-long-term-sustainability/https://dustywunderlich.com/why-crossfit-needs-consolidation-for-long-term-sustainability/The Growth Story The Founder of Crossfit, Greg Glassman, is a free market thinking Libertarian which I relate to and respect. While looking at Crossfit you have to accredit this thinking for the rapid growth of this grassroots fitness movement. In lieu of control, Glassman let thMon, 30 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/responsibility-first-a-solution-to-entitlement/https://dustywunderlich.com/responsibility-first-a-solution-to-entitlement/I recently wrote a blog about the rampant entitlement in our culture and our obsession with self called “Its All About Me: How Entitlement is Destroying Our Culture.” The blog laid out the issues and facts that have generated a shift towards self and entitlement behavior in our cSun, 18 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/do-good-anyway/https://dustywunderlich.com/do-good-anyway/People are illogical, unreasonable, and self-centered. Love them anyway. If you do good, people will accuse you of selfish ulterior motives. Do good anyway. If you are successful, you win false friends and true enemies. Succeed anyway. The good you do today will be forgotten tomoMon, 12 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/climbing-lifes-mountains/https://dustywunderlich.com/climbing-lifes-mountains/I had the pleasure of being introduced to Mount Tallac High School nearly four years ago. Mount Tallac High School is truly a place of hope and perseverance. Most of the students attending Mount Tallac High School have dealt with many life challenges from a young age and are fighMon, 05 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/its-all-about-me-how-entitlement-is-destroying-our-culture/https://dustywunderlich.com/its-all-about-me-how-entitlement-is-destroying-our-culture/When I look around at the world today I see so many great advancements and progress but I also see a deteriorating culture that is obsessed with “self”. One only needs to scroll through Facebook or a magazine to see how far we have tipped the scales towards selfishness and entitlMon, 29 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-shaping-of-disciple-by-dale-martin-stone/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-shaping-of-disciple-by-dale-martin-stone/When God wants to drill a man, And thrill a man, and skill a man, When God wants to mold a man To play for Him the noblest part, When He yearns with all His heart To build so great and bold a man That all the world shall be amazed, Then watch God’s methods,Mon, 24 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/pleasure-and-the-law-of-diminishing-returns/https://dustywunderlich.com/pleasure-and-the-law-of-diminishing-returns/“Unlimited freedom means that identity is fluid. The search to find oneself never ends.” Mark Sayers As humans we are hard wired for pleasure. All you have to do is look at the magazine aisle or watch a sequence of commercials. All of these companies are ultimately selling pleasuThu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-new-world-of-transactions/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-new-world-of-transactions/Financial markets are constantly moving, in an ebb and flow that creates both opportunities and obstacles that business owners must assess on a daily basis.The ability to understand those obstacles and opportunities within any market is what can make a major difference in successTue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/community-service-in-the-best-small-town-in-america/https://dustywunderlich.com/community-service-in-the-best-small-town-in-america/In 1992 Elko, Nevada was awarded the Best Small Town in America distinction I was eleven years old at the time and you could have told me it was the worst small town in America and I would not haven known the difference. I guess that type of innocence is what made my childhood grWed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/in-his-own-words-dusty-wunderlich-of-dca-partners/https://dustywunderlich.com/in-his-own-words-dusty-wunderlich-of-dca-partners/The Northern Nevada Business Weekly recently asked me to do an interview about my business, hobbies and interests. The Northern Nevada Business Weekly is a great publication that does good work informing the region about business activities, I am honored that they would include mMon, 07 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/nevada-putting-pieces-together/https://dustywunderlich.com/nevada-putting-pieces-together/This is an OpEd I did for the Reno Gazette Journal in December 2012 regarding the resurgence of the Nevada economy through key stake holders. Nevada Putting Pieces Together The puzzle of how to diversify, strengthen and bring cutting-edge entrepreneurship to Nevada’s economy has Mon, 31 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-pessimist-vs-the-optimist-dr-viktor-frankl/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-pessimist-vs-the-optimist-dr-viktor-frankl/The excerpt below came from one of the most influential books I have read, Mans Search For Meaning by Dr. Viktor Frankl. If you have not read this please pick up a copy, it will change how you view the world forever. In this excerpt, Dr. Frankl captures the essence of optimism veMon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/getting-my-shoes-shined-in-las-vegas/https://dustywunderlich.com/getting-my-shoes-shined-in-las-vegas/Much of what I write about is focused on a particular subject or topic that I find interesting but every once in awhile life has a way of making you look at the bigger picture. This week I was passing through the Las Vegas airport when I saw a gentlemen in his sixties at aFri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/desiderata/https://dustywunderlich.com/desiderata/“Desiderata” by Max Ehrmann c. 1927 Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and the ignFri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/anthos-capital-crossfit-a-look-into-the-public-image-of-private-equity/https://dustywunderlich.com/anthos-capital-crossfit-a-look-into-the-public-image-of-private-equity/The private equity industry for many years lived up to its name – “private”. However, in the last few years this relatively small asset class has become a global player and a sought after target for the media. Much of this has been brought on by a former private equity executive,Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/forming-the-gwof-mentor-program/https://dustywunderlich.com/forming-the-gwof-mentor-program/I had the honor of addressing the University of Nevada Reno Business School during their awards ceremony in 2011. I thought long and hard about what type of wisdom I would leave these successful students that would soon be entering the job market. The value of mentors came to minMon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-facebook-ipo-and-what-it-means-to-the-capital-markets/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-facebook-ipo-and-what-it-means-to-the-capital-markets/There has been a lot of attention about Facebook due to their record breaking initial public offering (IPO) this year. Watching this all unfold has made me think quite extensively about what this means for the future of our economy and the global capital markets. As we have witneMon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/man-in-the-arena/https://dustywunderlich.com/man-in-the-arena/Today we celebrate our great countries independence and I thought it was appropriate to post my favorite quote, The Man in the Arena, from one of my favorite leaders, President Teddy Roosevelt. Teddy encompassed the great qualities of will, perseverance, honor and conviction thatWed, 04 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/who-drives-the-private-capital-markets/https://dustywunderlich.com/who-drives-the-private-capital-markets/The capital markets are a vital aspect of economic growth and innovation. As a student of the markets I am constantly monitoring and learning from the ever changing capital markets. Specifically, I have a keen interest in the private capital markets and how this particular aspectMon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/if-by-rudyard-kipling/https://dustywunderlich.com/if-by-rudyard-kipling/If you can keep your head when all about you Are losing theirs and blaming it on you; If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you, But make allowance for their doubting too: If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, Or, being lied about, don’t deal in lies, Or beingThu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/defined-benefit-versus-defined-contribution-whats-next/https://dustywunderlich.com/defined-benefit-versus-defined-contribution-whats-next/Defined Benefit pension plans have been a major headline in the last year and their future viability debated across the country. Defined benefit pension plan contributions to the capital markets are key drivers of the economy, however, since the 2008 sub-prime crisis the general Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-try-book-review-ordinary-people-achieving-greatness/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-try-book-review-ordinary-people-achieving-greatness/The Try is probably the best motivational book I have read mainly due to the people that author James Owen chose to highlight. James Owen has become a major force in my life with the work he has done with his organization, Cowboy Ethics. Growing up in Elko, Nevada I saw first hanMon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-unr-sontag-business-competition-dreams-ideas-innovation-risk-genorosity/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-unr-sontag-business-competition-dreams-ideas-innovation-risk-genorosity/I was recently given the honor of judging the University of Nevada Reno Sontag Business Competition. This competition was developed this year when a former successful UNR alumni, Rick Sontag, donated $1 million to the school of business. The $1 million donation was endowed and wiMon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/education-and-the-impact-of-scholarships/https://dustywunderlich.com/education-and-the-impact-of-scholarships/When I started the Growing Worldwide Opportunity Foundation with Chris Genung in 2009 we both wanted to give opportunities to students that we did not receive ourselves. Even though I was a student athlete and good student I had very little financial aid from scholarships during Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/life-liberty-and-the-pursuit-of-happiness-a-shift-in-american-culture/https://dustywunderlich.com/life-liberty-and-the-pursuit-of-happiness-a-shift-in-american-culture/This video really caught my attention the other day and illustrates the underlying culture of America at the moment. The changes to our country have been very subtle and that is what causes me great concern. So many of our liberties are being taken from the individual and quiet pWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/mount-whitney-the-crown-jewel-of-the-sierras/https://dustywunderlich.com/mount-whitney-the-crown-jewel-of-the-sierras/There is something truly romantic about the Eastern Sierra mountain range. The sharp jagged peaks and beautiful granite caught the souls of great individuals like Ansel Adams, John Muir and Norman Clyde. The Sierras call out to you and invite you into this majestic range. I have Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/my-christmas-list-for-the-united-states/https://dustywunderlich.com/my-christmas-list-for-the-united-states/The 2011 calendar year has been tougher than most peopled anticipated. We are now three years past the 2008 sub-prime crisis and still dealing with the after math of the recession. Many thought that we would have to deal with the European sovereign debt crisis and that is exactlyWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/over-leveraging-a-nation-and-future-generations/https://dustywunderlich.com/over-leveraging-a-nation-and-future-generations/In the last year I have had the opportunity to sit down with some great minds in the economics and finance industries to discuss the present and future of the global economy. The glaring area that continues to resonate in my conversations is the underlying systemic issues with thWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/overcoming-despair-through-purpose/https://dustywunderlich.com/overcoming-despair-through-purpose/This is a blog I wrote after my Aconcagua expedition and during the early days of the Growing Worldwide Opportunity Foundation. People all around the world right now are experiencing despair and we must fight to overcome this to become better individuals and not fall prey to despWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/separation-of-economy-and-state-part-one-regaining-freedom-and-accountability/https://dustywunderlich.com/separation-of-economy-and-state-part-one-regaining-freedom-and-accountability/The United States economy is suffering one of its worst down turns in modern history and the entire globe is feeling the impact. The capital markets, job markets and consumer markets continue to decline and much of the result is due to overall lack of confidence in the current leWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/separation-of-economy-and-state-part-three-solutions-not-problems/https://dustywunderlich.com/separation-of-economy-and-state-part-three-solutions-not-problems/The difference between forward thinkers and those that want to keep the status quo is in their delivery. Those who want to move society forward focus on solutions that will drive innovation and creation. Those less confident in their abilities to innovate and create focus on the Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/separation-of-economy-and-state-part-two-people-ideas/https://dustywunderlich.com/separation-of-economy-and-state-part-two-people-ideas/“The man who produces an idea in any field of rational endeavor – the man who discovers new knowledge – is the permanent benefactor of humanity. Material products can’t be shared, they belong to some ultimate consumer; it is only the value of an idea that can be shared with unlimWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://dustywunderlich.com/the-economics-of-living-primally/https://dustywunderlich.com/the-economics-of-living-primally/Health and fitness are some of my greatest passions. Specifically, my interests are in the areas of functional fitness and the diet of our paleolithic ancestors. I find that the more I dive into the literature and science of these subjects the more I am intrigued with this lifestWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT