How does this work?

Spain: In 2008 real estate prices went down:

- 3% (official number seen everywhere including the AHE)
- 31% when asking for a mortgage (according to Tinsa - aslo part of AHE

Is it just me?...

My blog is talking to me,…

I have inserted the Google Video bar in my blog and it automatically puts the best rated videos that talk about “hipotecas”. So far nothing to write home about.

Today for the first time, I saw ranked in position 2 a video that is neither funny nor impressive nor well done. In fact, it’s just as boring as it gets. It’s a boring guy telling people “remember what to look for before you contract a mortgage” he indicates the importance of understanding commissions, insurances, etc….

People apparently watch it (at least YouTube viewers). My blog (YouTube) is telling me that we are on the right track!

Obama vs. Mandela

Obama has generated a surge of hope in the US and abroad and, while I have no particular interest or knowledge in politics, I believe Mandela was the last (if not the only) country leader to have such a base of followers in recent history.

I can’t help to make the comparison because both leaders were mandated to bring change in trying times and the color of their skin was part of their promise for change.

I remember the hopes of South Africa in 1994. Years later, most people who cheered for Mandela abroad have forgotten these hopes and the South African people are still facing major challenges.

What we should learn from the Mandela experience:

Change comes from the people not only from the leader they elect, no matter how talented or inspirational they may be. Whether we talk about a country, a good sports team or a good startup :-), success lies in the people’s perseverance, stamina and ability to remember everyday their promise to themselves.