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Productivity

Technological Progress and Innovation in early Twentieth Century America

I’ve said a few times that the 1930s were the peak of technological innovation in the United States. I think any serious look at the history of science and technology will make this clear. But, you can also come at this from another angle. I always find it valuable

Linkfest 2020-12-11: Eggnog, Risk Tolerance, and Hinges

The HobbitHouse Ilustrated Glossary of Woodworking terms Good Thomist that I am, I find a clear set of terms marvelous for clear thinking Dietrich Vollrath: When did productivity growth slow down? Total factor productivity, and the lack of growth thereof, is a common theme on With Both Hands. “O Magnum

Efficiency and Expertise

John D Cook links to a couple of zingers on efficiency in the workplace. I've been thinking about these sorts of things a lot recently, but I really like it when somebody pokes holes in Malcolm Gladwell's foolishness. Yes, for God's sake, 10,000 hours of effort cannot make anyone