Become a skeptic.

We are beginning to hear lots of conflicting reports about the state of the economy.  It’s getting better.  No, it’s getting worse.  Better! Worse! Did!  Didn’t!  Did too!

Oh for Pete’s sake!  If you’ve had enough already, like me, then become a skeptic.  It’s good for you and its good for your business.

By skeptic I don’t mean someone who automatically rejects new ideas.  And I don’t mean cynicism either.  What I suggest is a return to the original meaning of skepticism.  Question all ideas.  Use the scientific method to evaluate reports and statements.  Ask for compelling evidence.  Don’t accept hear say.  Don’t automatically trust experts.

Keep in mind that in an ever changing world facts are never final.  They are open to challenge and subject to change.  Be wise and treat all facts as provisional conclusions.

Remember, don’t take up skepticism as a position.  It is a method.  Use it.

I’m James McIntosh at nonsenseatwork.com

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