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Passions Within Reason
the strategic role of the emotions
Book • 1988
In this provocative book, Robert Frank argues against the notion that selfishness is the only rational basis for action.
He examines how selfless acts in business, personal life, and politics can be rational and beneficial, highlighting the importance of emotions in strategic decision-making.
The book critiques the 'Me generation' mindset and suggests that looking out for others can be a necessary part of looking out for oneself.
He examines how selfless acts in business, personal life, and politics can be rational and beneficial, highlighting the importance of emotions in strategic decision-making.
The book critiques the 'Me generation' mindset and suggests that looking out for others can be a necessary part of looking out for oneself.
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for its insights on the strategic value of emotions.


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