Tag Archives: Sway

That’s Not Fair

Posted on May 16, 2011 by AJ Kessler

What revolves around the Earth? “Henri looked down in concentration as the answer choices were read aloud: (A) The moon, (B) The sun, (C) Mars, (D) Venus.  Henri reread the question out loud and mulled the choices over in his … Continue reading →

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Why Their Offer Sucks and You’re Always Right

Posted on May 8, 2011 by AJ Kessler

Following yesterday’s post, I thought I’d share a bit more about irrational behavior.  The following attributes won’t help as much at the tables in Vegas, but they can save, or make, you more money in a lot of other situations.  … Continue reading →

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How To Lose Your Shirt In Vegas

Posted on May 7, 2011 by AJ Kessler

I like to gamble.  Actually, that’s a lie.  I love to gamble.  Poker and craps, mostly, but if I’m bored enough, I will literally gamble on anything.  I’m fortunate in that I’ve developed a bit of skill at the games … Continue reading →

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You Can Screw People, As Long As They Have A Say

Posted on March 29, 2011 by AJ Kessler

“That’s not fair!” If you have kids, or friends with kids, you probably hear this a lot.  Fairness is a wildly subjective standard, and as such, it usually doesn’t really mean anything.  The only problem is, people’s subjective opinions about … Continue reading →

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