Author: bobberryauthor

I'm an engineer, business owner, banker, and author, but I wasn't always. I started as a country boy living on a small farm deep in the Maine woods. By my parents will, my wife's forbearance, and God's good graces, I've come a long way. I want you to, as well, and you can. Join me on my journey into purpose, helpfulness, and positive impact on individuals, organizations, and community.

Liberty vs. Safety

Our country seems to be going through one of those periods of rage and protest. It’s happened before. It’ll happen again, assuming we survive this one. COVID-19 remains a danger. But if you don’t wear a mask, you’re heartless. You … Continue Reading Liberty vs. Safety

How I’m Handling PPP Funds

Unless you’re hiding under a rock somewhere, you know that the CARES act provided stimulus funding for many different people … Continue Reading How I’m Handling PPP Funds

Book: Leadership & Self-Deception

I just finished my latest read, Leadership & Self-Deception by not an individual but an organization, The Arbinger Institute. Many … Continue Reading Book: Leadership & Self-Deception

Financial Hope

Just the other day, I saw this post on social media. I’ve redacted the face and name. This was written … Continue Reading Financial Hope

Why the Stock Market is Not Your Biggest Concern.

Have you been watching the stock market? Have you been watching it tank? Got you worried about your retirement accounts? The Dow Jones Industrial Average (Dow) is a commonly used market benchmark made from 30 large companies. It was near … Continue Reading Why the Stock Market is Not Your Biggest Concern.

Corona Crisis

The corona virus is sweeping the world as I write. Hundreds of thousands have come down with the virus. Most of them survived it just fine. Some did not. I don’t know how high the count will rise, but it’s … Continue Reading Corona Crisis

The Rabbit Hole

Welcome to The Rabbit Hole, a blog by author Bob Berry. Peace be with you! When I was perhaps 9 years old, I woke up one Easter morning in my family’s mobile home, which was parked near the old family … Continue Reading The Rabbit Hole