The Prosperity Paradox
How Innovation Can Lift Millions from Poverty
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The Prosperity Paradox, co-authored by Fosa Jomo, Clayton Christensen, and Karen Dillon, examines the complexities of economic development and poverty alleviation.
It challenges conventional approaches to aid and development, arguing that focusing solely on resource provision often fails to create sustainable solutions.
The book highlights the importance of market-creating innovations, which transform expensive products into affordable ones for previously excluded populations.
It emphasizes the need for systemic change rather than simply addressing symptoms.
Ultimately, the book offers a framework for creating lasting positive impact.
It challenges conventional approaches to aid and development, arguing that focusing solely on resource provision often fails to create sustainable solutions.
The book highlights the importance of market-creating innovations, which transform expensive products into affordable ones for previously excluded populations.
It emphasizes the need for systemic change rather than simply addressing symptoms.
Ultimately, the book offers a framework for creating lasting positive impact.
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