Corb7 International November 15th, 2023 Newsletter

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International Business 

Editor's Note

 Entrepreneur & Author
JeffCorbett.com

Whiskey as an Investment?  

Who knew?

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Whiskey is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash. The grains used in whiskey production can include barley, corn, rye, and wheat. The process involves mashing the grains, fermenting the mash, distilling the liquid, and aging it in wooden barrels, usually made of oak. The aging process imparts flavor and character to the whiskey. There are various types of whiskey, such as Scotch whisky, Irish whiskey, bourbon, and rye whiskey, each with its own production methods and regional characteristics.

Investing in whiskey gained popularity over the last couple of decades. The trend started to emerge in the early 2000s, driven by a growing interest in rare and collectible spirits. Whiskey auctions, specialized retailers, and the rise of whiskey connoisseurship contributed to the increasing market demand for limited editions and aged bottles. The appeal of whiskey as an alternative investment, along with its cultural and artisanal aspects, has attracted investors seeking tangible assets with the potential for appreciation over time.

Participating in a whiskey investment involves purchasing bottles with the expectation that their value will increase over time. Factors like brand reputation, limited editions, and age contribute to a bottle's worth. It's important to research the market, store bottles properly, and consider the long-term nature of whiskey investments. Keep in mind that investing always carries risks, and the whiskey market can be influenced by trends and economic conditions.

Several different reports claim that rare whiskey returned 314% from 2013-2023 thanks to a unique combination of factors.  With that in mind, Vinovest which is a recognized Wine and Whisky investment platform is having a free seminar. 

If interested, click here:  Whiskey Zoom Seminar

Please keep in mind this information should not be considered as financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial professional. The value of investments can fluctuate, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Always consider your risk tolerance and financial goals before making investment decisions. 

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International Business 

Business Psychology

Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder 

Shorter daylight Hours can be Depressing.   

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Winter can be an awe-inspiring time of year. Snow-covered landscapes and opportunities to enjoy sports like skiing and snowboarding make winter a favorite time of year for nature enthusiasts and athletes.

As fun as winter can be, many people struggle with the transition from warm weather and long, sunny days to cold weather and reduced hours of sunlight. Sometimes mistaken or misidentified as the "winter blues," this phenomenon is known as seasonal affective disorder, or SAD.

What is seasonal affective disorder?

According to the National Institutes of Mental Health, SAD is a type of depression. The NIH notes that a person must meet full criteria for major depression coinciding with specific seasons for at least two years to be diagnosed with SAD. The American Psychiatric Association says symptoms of SAD can be distressing and overwhelming and even interfere with daily functioning.

The APA notes that SAD has been linked to a biochemical imbalance in the brain that's prompted by shorter daylight hours and less sunlight in winter. As the seasons change, a shift in a person's biological internal clock or circadian rhythm can lead to them being out of step with their normal routines. That can contribute to various symptoms, including:

· Feeling sad or depressed

· Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed

· Changes in appetite, usually eating more and craving carbohydrates

· Loss of energy or increased fatigue despite increased sleep hours

· Increase in purposeless physical activity or slowed movements or speech that may be noticed by others

· Feeling worthless or guilty

· Difficulty thinking, concentrating or making decisions

· Thoughts of death or suicide

Overcoming SAD

The weather can't be changed, but people can speak with their physicians about the following strategies to overcome SAD.

· Light therapy: According to the APA, light therapy involves sitting in front of a light therapy box that emits a very bright light. In the winter, patients typically sit in front of the box for 20 minutes each morning, and they may see some improvements within one to two weeks of beginning treatment. Light therapy is usually continued throughout the winter.

· Medication: The APA notes that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, are a type of antidepressant that are sometimes prescribed to treat SAD.

· Spending time outdoors: People with SAD who don't typically spend much time outdoors when the temperatures dip may notice their symptoms improve if they make a concerted effort to spend time outdoors in winter.

· Rearrange rooms in the home: The APA notes that rearranging rooms and furniture in a home or office to allow more natural light in during the daytime can help improve symptoms of SAD.

SAD is a legitimate concern for millions of people across the globe. Working with a physician to overcome SAD can help people successfully transition to days with fewer hours of sunlight.  

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International Business 

Cross-Border Business 

New Book Now Available!

A new book for uncertain times. 

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Cross-border business involves transactions and activities conducted between companies in different countries. It requires navigating international trade regulations, cultural differences, and varying legal frameworks. Companies engaging in cross-border business often face challenges related to currency exchange, logistics, and global market dynamics. Effective communication, understanding local business practices, and compliance with international laws are crucial for success in this complex environment. It's important to conduct thorough research and establish strong partnerships to navigate the intricacies of cross-border business. 

Understanding the various ways to structure a cross-border business and which methodology to implement is often the critical difference between success or failure.  Thus, the new book "Global Common Cents" is now available.

About the Author:   Jeff Corbett is an entrepreneur, author, and magazine publisher with extensive experience in the global marketplace.  He remains an unwavering advocate for international business and personal freedoms.  With more than two decades of operational and management experience, Jeff Corbett has developed a keen understanding of how international businesses can get bloated with redundancies, inefficient networks, and exposure to frivolous litigation resulting in the loss of both time and money.  To that end, he has promoted an approach which allows an entrepreneur to retool achieving a sleeker, smoother and more strategically focused organization. A believer in bringing critical functions in-house, his clients range from small to mid-cap international concerns that can appreciate the additional control and cost reductions.

Previously, in 1991 Mr. Corbett co-founded Worldwide Business Consultants, Inc, which became a multimillion dollar a year business acquisition concern. WBC was a highly specialized firm that facilitated captive ownership of financial institutions such as banks, trust companies and insurance companies. In 1998, he co-authored an acclaimed book, "Behind the Offshore Veil" which was marketed through his own publishing company and Amazon.com. This work is currently in its third edition and can be found at lUniverse.com. These successes led to the development and publishing of a high-end lifestyle magazine. C&K Magazine was launched in November of 1999. As a quarterly publication C&K boasted a circulation of 110,000. Mr. Corbett served as Publisher, Editor, and frequent contributor to the magazine.

Prior to 1991, Mr. Corbett was employed as a Stockbroker with the firms of Dean Witter Reynolds and then later Kidder Peabody & co. As an investment professional, Mr. Corbett's perspectives regarding the financial markets could be heard on major radio stations or as a much in demand public speaker. 



 

Other Books by Author:
Behind the Offshore Veil   
The Complete Guide to Swiss Company Ownership

Website: www.Corb7.com
Email: contact@corb7.com
Blog: JeffCorbett.com

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International Business

Business Etiquette

From Economics to Etiquette Education

by Candace Smith
The Etiquette Blog
Candace Smith Etiquette 

Biography:  Candace Smith, wife of Nobel Prize-Winner Professor Dr. Vernon Smith and owner of the extraordinary blog, “Etiquette for the Business of Life” as featured by BBC, Chicago Tribune and USA Today offers her insights.

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When I taught high school economics years ago, I wouldn’t have imagined transitioning from being an economics educator to becoming an etiquette educator, coach, and enthusiast many years later.  Now I find many connections between the two subjects.  Both pertain to understanding and adhering guidelines and rules that shape individual decision making and both offer predictive outcomes.

The discipline of economics primarily focuses on the role of resource scarcity in price determination and the study of production, distribution, and consumption.  In economics education, we focus on property rights as the governance structure of economic and social action.  Property means that you are free to voluntarily use your body, mind, and things you own as you desire, so long as you respect the same freedom in others.

Etiquette can be viewed as the micro-aspects of the economics of property rights — the concern that individuals operate at the margin in deciding and making choices in social interaction.  It is employed by a person in the realm of personal social regulation — so as not to cause hurt feelings, add insult, or embarrassment and social angst.  Etiquette is taught as the “how-to” of activating social norms and behavior.

Creating a Culture of Responsibility and Accountability

Market’s Restraining Principle
In a market economy, the interaction of buyers and sellers ultimately shapes economic outcomes without the need for centralized control or intervention.  This restraining principle suggests that the market, through its functional properties, will naturally correct imbalances and ensure efficiency, fairness, and stability in economic exchanges.  In markets you have freedom to act voluntarily, restrained only by honoring the same freedom in others. The rule of law discourages cheaters by punishing and deterring their hurtful actions.

Etiquette’s Restraining Principle: Respect
The language of respect varies situationally, contextually, and relationally, but always has a limiting “Do Not” factor.  Figuring out the property rights of personal restraint in social and professional interactions with others — the places and times we are not permitted to act without restraint — is one side of what it means to try to live an etiquette-ful life.

Appreciating that We Live in a Market Economy
Economic opportunities, bountiful choices, time to pursue leisure activities are great advantages of living in a market economy.  Environments of innovation and creativity are possible and allow individuals to express their individuality and exercise their problem-solving abilities.  In market economies people have greater chances for mobility and flexibility in the job market. 

Being etiquette-ful impacts relationships and negotiations on personal and company levels.   Respect, kindness, and knowing what is in good propriety can help build trust and contribute  to positive team and intra-business interactions.  Our day to day economic transactions are more pleasant when we are grateful for the often unseen others who are playing their roles in the market economy. 

Taking the time to reflect on the past allows us to explore emerging and aligning interests and priorities, which can be seen as a way to show kindness to ourselves.  As in my case, going from teaching economics to etiquette education, growing personally and professionally through my experiences with each of them, and finding out just how much the two subjects have in common has been an enjoyable reflection.  I hope to stimulate thoughts of personal and professional growth in The Etiquette Blog readers. 

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Lifestyle

Fitness & Health  

Live Longer because of Sport

16% lower rate study shows. 

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A 2022 study led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute found that recreational pursuits that incorporate physical activity, including walking, swimming and playing tennis, may lower older adults' risk of death from any cause.  That includes cardiovascular disease and cancer, which the World Health Organization notes are two of the leading causes of death across the globe.

Running, cycling, swimming, other aerobic exercise, racquet sports, golf, and walking for exercise encompassed the seven different exercise and recreational activities researchers examined as part of the study, which utilized data from more than 272,000 adults between the ages of 59 and 82. The researchers found that achieving the recommended weekly amount of physical activity through any combination of these activities was associated with a 13 percent lower risk of death from any cause compared to people who did not participate in such activities. Though all activities were associated with lower risks of death, racquet sports seemingly provided the most bang for seniors' proverbial bucks, as those activities were associated with a 16 percent lower risk of death.

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Lifestyle    

Spirits & Cuisine

Know Your Wines for the Holidays!

The Holidays are right around the corner.   

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A glass of wine makes a nice accompaniment to a meal or something to enjoy and sip while conversing with friends in social situations. Many people have a favorite style of wine, and some even have a favorite vineyard. In addition, the popularity of wine makes it a versatile gift for the holidays or something to bring along to a holiday party as a hostess present.

Novice wine enthusiasts may be interested in learning more about wine so they can choose their wine selections for gifting and enjoyment more readily. According to the experts at Wine Enthusiast, learning to taste wine and differentiate between flavors is similar to appreciating art or music. Understanding the varietals can simplify the process of selecting wines.

· Cabernet Sauvignon: This is a full-bodied red grape heavily planted in the Bordeaux region of France. Cabernet generally has high levels of alcohol and tannins.

· Merlot: The smoothness and mild flavor of this red wine make it a great option for those who need an introduction to red wine. This wine is lower in tannins than Cabernet Sauvignon, and it tends to have a more fruity flavor profile as well.

· Cabernet Franc: This is a light- to middle-weight wine that features a high acid content and savory flavors.

· Malbec and Carménère: Similar to Merlot, these grapes originated in France but then made their way to other regions of the world. Malbec is most popular in Argentina, while Carménère is grown in Chile.

· Zinfandel: Although mostly associated with the rosé wine White Zinfandel, Zinfandel is actually a medium-bodied red wine that originated in Croatia.

· Pinot Noir: Soft tannins and high acid give this light-bodied red wine its appeal. The grapes were first widely planted in France but can now be found elsewhere.

· Chianti: Chianti is the most famous Italian red wine in North America. It's a dry red that pairs very well with food. Chianti, which comes from the Chianti region in Tuscany, is made exclusively with Sangiovese grapes, or at least 80 percent of them and other blends.

· Chardonnay: This is a medium- to full-bodied dry white wine. The Chardonnay grape is a white grape from the Burgundy region of France.

· Sauvignon Blanc: Citrus-driven and often light-bodied, Sauvignon Blanc is another dry white grape planted widely in France. It also is a parent grape to Cabernet Sauvignon.

· Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio: Pinot Grigio is a zesty, dry white wine that is particularly associated with Italy even though it originated in France, where it is thought to be a mutation of the Pinot Noir grape. Pinot Grigio skins are not green like other white grapes, but have a gray hue, hence the name.

· Reisling: Those who prefer a sweet white wine can opt for Reisling, which can be traced to Germany. It can be a good match for those who appreciate other sweet white wines, such as Moscato or Gewürztraminer.

There are many wines to tempt palates. When gifting, the selections mentioned above can tempt foodies and budding sommeliers alike.

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Lifestyle  

Leisure & Travel 

 Relocation & Embracing Change!

The Art of Adapting to Your New Hometown.

by Morayma MaKay
Corporate Relocation Consultant & Coach
Get-Ready-Set-Move

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 Relocating to a new city or state is like turning the page to a new chapter in your life's book. Exciting, full of promise, and sometimes just a bit overwhelming. Whether it's for a job, family, or just a change of scenery, moving to a different place comes with its own set of unique experiences and challenges. One of the keys to making a successful transition is embracing flexibility and having an open mind.

Weather Wonders and Worries

First things first, let's talk about the weather. It's often the first thing you'll notice when you move. Maybe you're coming from sunny California to the unpredictable climate of the Midwest, or perhaps you're trading your warm southern summers for the snowy winters of the Northeast. Weather can be a big adjustment, but it's also an opportunity for new experiences.

Tip:  Invest in the right gear for your new climate. A good winter coat or a sturdy umbrella can make a world of difference.

Lifestyle Pace Shift

Each place has its own unique lifestyle pace. It can be a shock to go from the hustle and bustle of a big city to the slower, more relaxed pace of a small town, or vice versa. Embrace the change. A slower pace might mean more time for relaxation and self-discovery, while a faster one could open up exciting career opportunities and a vibrant social scene.

Tip: Take some time to explore and understand the local lifestyle. Attend community events, join clubs, and meet new people. You'll find your rhythm sooner than you think.

Geography and Exploration

Geography plays a significant role in your daily life. Whether it's the convenience of public transportation in the city or the scenic drives through the countryside, your surroundings are an integral part of your new adventure.

Tip: Be a tourist in your own town. Explore the local parks, hiking trails, and landmarks. You'll discover hidden gems and create memorable experiences.

Shopping Shenanigans

Remember your favorite grocery store back home? Well, it might not be available in your new location. Embrace this as an opportunity to discover new brands and local delicacies. You'll be surprised at how a different grocery store can lead to delightful culinary adventures.

Tip:  Ask locals for recommendations. They'll know the best places to find what you need, and you might just find a new favorite store.

Cultural Curiosity

Last but certainly not least, the cultural differences you'll encounter can be fascinating and eye-opening. Embrace them with an open heart. Learn about local customs, traditions, and festivals. You'll find that these cultural experiences can be some of the most enriching aspects of your new life.

Tip:  Attend cultural events and festivals. Not only will you gain a deeper understanding of your new community, but you'll also make new friends along the way.

Embracing change is the secret to a successful and fulfilling relocation. Be flexible, keep an open mind, and remember that every new city or state is a fresh opportunity for growth, adventure, and creating lasting memories. So, step out of your comfort zone, explore your new surroundings, and let your journey in your new hometown begin! 

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Business Services 

Corb7 Publications 

Swiss Trust Company Ownership

Straight answers.  

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"The Complete Guide to Swiss Trust Company Ownership"
by
Jeffrey H. Corbett

It is our mission to save you both time and money when it comes to implementing a successful cross-border strategy as well as make a Swiss Trust Company acquisition possible for you within the shortest possible period of time. Offering more than 25 years of hands-on personal experience, the management of Corb7 International has guided more clients to successful endeavors with Swiss Trust Companies than any other alternative source.

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