Busy People

We Act Purposefully, Not Perfectly

People act with intention, but not always with precision. Understanding the difference helps explain why mistakes, surprises, and change are needed for…

Nov 10 •

We Can’t Have Everything, So We Have To Choose

Scarcity forces choices. Economics begins with understanding how we prioritize what matters most when we can’t have it all.

Nov 3 •

We Don’t Like The Same Things, And That’s Good

Value is in the eyes of the beholder. This allows people to trade and cooperate with each other, leaving each other better off.

Oct 27 •

We Always Act For A Reason

One Takeaway: Economics begins with the simple truth that humans act with a goal in mind.

Oct 20 •

We Aren’t Rocks (Or Chemicals, Or Atoms)

The economy isn’t a machine. It’s the result of real people making real choices. To understand the big picture, always start with the individual.

Oct 13 •

We Are the Subjects of Economics

What makes economics so important? It studies how we all act, make choices, and work together in the real world.

Oct 6 •

Is That Thing Alive?

Note: Welcome to Economics for Busy People.

Sep 29 •

Announcing: Economics for Busy People

Economics gets a bad rap. To most people, it's a boring subject filled with complicated words, confusing charts, and debates that don't seem to matter…

Sep 23 •

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