research

Smart Consumer (MM #3673)

Like many, I do my best to be a smart consumer. I can spend hours researching items that I’m looking to buy. Thanks to the internet, we have access to more data than ever before. Of course, we can sometimes find too much information…

Read More

Getting Smarter (MM #3642)

According to a new study, over the last year, America has gotten much smarter. Well, actually I should say that our homes are getting smarter. And this all happened during the most challenging year we’ve experienced in a long time…

Read More

Snow Moon (MM #3630)

We’ve just experienced our latest full moon, the Snow Moon. And did you notice that you slept less than you normally do over the last few days? New research tells us that every full moon causes a short-term change in our sleep pattern. And there’s not much we can do about it…  

Read More

Most Popular Pizza (MM #3628)

I’ll admit, I can get drawn into the craziest stories online. When I saw the headline “Most Popular Pizza Chains In Every State” I had to dig in. And of course, while there was some interesting data, I think the premise is flawed…  

Read More

Affect Your Mood (MM #3600)

Everyone knows that many things can affect your mood. Stress, lack of sleep, and what you eat and drink can all be triggers. Well recently, a study from England claims to have found the worst food for your mood. And naturally, it’s one of my favorites…  

Read More

Walking (MM #3579)

We all know that walking is one of the best things we can do to improve our health and fitness. And of course, thanks to COVID-19 most of us aren’t as active as we were this time last year. Well, researchers have found one way to actually get you back to walking more…  

Read More

Wind Turbines (MM #3446)

Wind Turbines can be found not only across the American plains but across the world. One of the biggest concerns is how they impact wildlife, specifically birds and bats. A small study about changes to the turbines is interesting…

Read More

Do Your Research (MM #3404)

Many years ago I learned a valuable lesson that has aided me in my business career. You need to make sure you do your research ahead of time. I saw a couple of new stories recently that reaffirmed the need…

Read More

Perfect Cup (MM #3230)

If you drink coffee you’re always wanting to find that perfect cup. Not too bitter, not too weak, it’s a life long battle. But a recent study says that you’re likely brewing your coffee the wrong way. And so is your local coffeehouse…

Read More

Certain Colors (MM #3170)

I’ve always been fascinated by color research. A recent study in Nashville show that cars with certain colors get stolen more often than others. Obviously there must be a reason…

Read More