Just because 99 out of 100 people think an idea ia a good idea, doesn’t make it a good idea. For example:

1. Often, the best time to buy stock is when everyone else is selling. This also applies to housing.
2. The drumbeat for war sometimes beats so loud, reasonable voices are silenced.
3. Spare the rod, spoil the child should really be invest in the child now, save lots of money on the rod later.
4. The biggest fish is often caught where no one else is fishing.
5. Instead of following the conventional wisdom of diversification, put all your eggs in one basket and mind that basket very well.
6. Americans love to spend their bonuses. Saving it is better.
7. Americans love to have too much tax taken out of their paycheck so they can get a refund at the end of the year. Perhaps they should keep the excess, invest it all year, and pay the balance when due.
8. Why plan to retire? Wouldn’t it be great to have a job you love until the day you die?
9. Big teams are not as effective at solving problems as small teams.
10. Most people vacation in popular spots during popular months. Suggest vacationing during the offseason – the lack of crowds is exhilarating.
11. Most people get their news from the same source(s) every day. Try something new for a change, preferably with an international flair.
12. Most people vote for the candidate they would most like to have a beer or a prom date with - why not research where the candidates stand on the issues that are important to you?

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