Denaliguide Summit

by Nick Migliaccio

There’s a fleeting freshness to information these days—so fleeting, in fact, that its usefulness often has a half-life of about 20 minutes. That sounds about right. Once something is said out loud, especially in the world of fast-moving markets and fast-talking pundits, its edge dulls quickly. If it’s coming from a so-called “credible” news source, odds are it’s already been picked over by the big players, scrubbed clean of its originality, and handed down like day-old bread.

So, what’s a sharp young or older thinker to do?

Well, you’ve got choices. You could toe the line, contribute to the success of those already firmly planted at the top, and nod along with the script. Or, you could take the hits that come with thinking for yourself. It’s the classic choice: comfort or clarity. The “road less traveled” might bring wisdom, but it also comes with raised eyebrows and the occasional scorn. And if you dare to walk that path, best to walk it quietly—because secrets don’t stay secret for long, especially if more than one person knows.

Here’s the thing: believe only what your eyes show you,

and be suspicious of everything else. Trusting what you hear—especially when it’s shouted through a megaphone—leaves you vulnerable. Nobody gives away profitable secrets without a price. If they do, it’s either not a secret anymore or it’s not profitable.

So in a world screaming for your attention, try a different approach:

• Cut through the chaos and spot the real trends—ignore the distractions.
• Don’t fall for sensational headlines designed to provoke fear or greed.
• Stay cool-headed while the masses spiral out of control over the news cycle.

The bottom line? Trust your eyes. Trust your own mind. Gather information with your own effort, through your own sweat. If you didn’t earn it, don’t count on it. Insight isn’t given—it’s ground out, tested, and earned. And its value is directly tied to what you paid for it: time, effort, thought… sometimes even heartache.

In this 20-minute world, your clarity might just be your greatest edge.

©Nick Migliaccio