Austrian vs Keynesian Economics Explained

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Dr. David Edward Marcinko MBA MEd CMP™

Austrian Economics vs. Keynesian Economics in One Simple Chart

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The Psychology of Eye Contact: A Study on Honesty

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Dr. David Edward Marcinko MBA MEd CMP™

“BIG BROTHER” IS WATCHING

[From the Newcastle Division of Psychology]

By Dr. David Edward Marcinko MBA

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It’s no surprise that people are more honest when they know that they’re being watched. But what about just reminding them of the idea of being watched, without them actually being watched?

For years, people at the University of Newcastle’s Division of Psychology have an honor (or trust) system where they are requested to deposit payment for coffee in an “honesty box.” There was a note saying how much they should pay.

In 2006, Melissa Bateson and colleagues decided to do a little experiment: they placed an image above the note. They alternate between two pictures: one week they would use a picture of eyes and the other week, flowers.

After 10 weeks, they plotted the amount of money received versus drinks consumed and found that people paid nearly three times as much for their drinks when eyes were displayed!

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ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS: Asset Classes Defined

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Dr. David Edward Marcinko MBA MEd CMP™

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Here is a broad menu of asset classes and alternative investments to consider:

ALTERNATE INVESTMENTS: 401[k] Accounts

Real Assets

  • Real Estate: Rental properties, REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts), land, commercial buildings.
  • Commodities: Gold, silver, oil, natural gas, agricultural products.
  • Collectibles: Art, vintage cars, rare coins, wine, sports memorabilia.

Private Market Investments

  • Private Equity: Investing in private companies, often through venture capital or buyout funds.
  • Venture Capital: Early-stage investments in startups with high growth potential.
  • Angel Investing: Direct investment in startups, usually by individuals.

Intellectual Property & Royalties

  • Music Royalties: Buying rights to songs and earning income from plays or licensing.
  • Patents & Trademarks: Licensing intellectual property for recurring revenue.

Structured Products & Alternatives

  • Hedge Funds: Pooled funds using advanced strategies like short selling, derivatives, and leverage.
  • Structured Notes: Debt securities with embedded derivatives for customized risk-return profiles.
  • Options & Futures: Derivatives for speculation or hedging.

Impact & Sustainable Investing

  • ESG Funds: Focused on environmental, social, and governance criteria.
  • Green Bonds: Bonds that fund environmentally friendly projects.
  • Social Impact Funds: Investments aimed at generating positive societal outcomes.

Tangible Assets

  • Precious Metals: Physical gold, silver, platinum.
  • Farmland & Timberland: Income from agriculture or forestry.
  • Infrastructure: Toll roads, airports, energy grids—often via specialized funds.

Income-Producing Alternatives

  • Peer-to-Peer Lending: Lending money via platforms like LendingClub or Prosper.
  • Annuities: Insurance products that provide guaranteed income streams.
  • Royalties from Books or Software: Passive income from intellectual property.
ETFs: Alternatively Weighted Investments

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