Most economists focus on Gross Domestic Product (GDP), but Tom and Alan argue that staring at GDP is like trying to drive a car by looking only at the odometer—it tells you how far you’ve gone, not where you’re going. In this episode, we dive into Gross Output (GO), the $42 trillion "dark matter" economy that represents the B2B supply chain and transacts at double the volume of the consumer market. We explain how the "Purchase Order" as the atomic unit of economic activity, transforming potential demand into kinetic energy that moves the physical world. You'll also learn about the "Bullwhip Effect" through the infamous Volvo green car story and why procurement must transition from being a "cost center" to a team of "capital allocators". Join us on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as we discuss this and much more!

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Start 2026 with a plan that actually sticks by moving beyond traditional New Year's resolutions and embracing high-impact themes. Tom and Alan dive into the psychological side of planning, using Jordan Peterson’s "Maps of Meaning" to explain why career anxiety is often just a biological signal that you've wandered off your intended path. They introduce the Misogi, a Japanese concept for setting one massive, deliberate annual challenge with a 50% chance of failure to find your true personal limits. From Alan’s 35-book philosophical reading list to Tom’s AI-powered Google Gemini calendar scheduling, the hosts share their bespoke methods for balancing professional growth with personal fitness and finance. Stop wandering and start building—learn how to turn your overarching life goals into daily micro-decisions that drive elite results.

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Thirteen months ago, we laid out 10 bold predictions for the 2025 economy—now, we’re checking the receipts using our "MythBusters" rating system of Confirmed, Busted, or Plausible. We dive deep into the massive "Confirmed" hits, including Paul’s call on Gold outperforming the S&P 500 and Alan’s prediction of the $500 billion surge into U.S. chip manufacturers like Nvidia. However, not every call was a win; we analyze why American manufacturing struggled under new tariff packages and how the "Rest of Asia" (Vietnam and India) actually became the true procurement winners over China. The team also tackles the harsh reality of the onshore procurement job market, revealing why talent is facing major headwinds as roles continue to shift toward offshore hubs. Join Tom, Alan, and Paul for this transparent look at the macro-economic forces of 2025 and get a head start on our upcoming 2026 outlook.

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