The Mile Club - September 9th

“Action is the foundational key to all success.” — Pablo Picasso

Don’t wait for the “perfect time” — progress comes from acting while others hesitate.

🎯 Tactical Edge

Email Reduction Rules

Teams are finding success cutting 30–40% of internal email volume by using shared docs and asynchronous updates. This has led to fewer distractions and more focus.

Why It Matters

Every email is a context switch that kills focus.

Mile Advantage

Try a “no-internal-email” block today — use shared docs or Slack instead.

💻 Tech in Motion

Fed’s Williams Confirms Gradual Cuts Ahead

In a recent statement, New York Fed President John Williams emphasized that while cuts are coming, they’ll be gradual and data-driven. Traders may be moving faster than the Fed itself.

Why It Matters

Markets often overshoot expectations, but the Fed moves cautiously.

Mile Advantage

Prepare for slower change. Build resilience into your plans.

🏃‍♂️ Macro Mile

Consumers Spending More Selectively

New surveys show rising prices are forcing consumers to be more intentional — prioritizing essentials and experiences over impulse purchases.

Why It Matters

Consumer behavior is shifting toward value and intentionality.

Mile Advantage

If you sell, market around selectivity and quality. If you buy, track your own intentional spending.

🔭 Next Up

Gold Prices Surge on Rate Cut Hopes

Gold surged to record highs as investors piled into safe assets amid expectations of Fed easing. This reflects both optimism and unease in financial markets.

Why It Matters

Gold runs hot when investors expect volatility or uncertainty.

Mile Advantage

Use gold as a signal: markets are bracing for turbulence.

🏅 Mile Marker

Don’t just prepare for change — prepare for the pace of change. That’s the real edge.

📚 Sources

• Reuters – “Fed's Williams sees gradual rate cuts but lets data drive when they’ll happen.” (reuters.com)

• Investopedia – “Consumers are being more selective about how they spend their money.” (investopedia.com)

• Reuters – “Looming Fed rate cuts fuel gold price bonanza to records.” (reuters.com)

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