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Maureen Farrell on WeWork’s Investments (Podcast)

Masters in Business

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Delusions of Mars and Corporate Excess

This chapter explores the eccentric ambitions of an individual focused on colonizing Mars, blending humor with absurd anecdotes from their writing process. It also examines the extravagant culture at WeWork, where unconventional corporate events fostered a high-octane lifestyle, ultimately reflecting on the fallout during the company's IPO due to governance issues and social media's role in exposing them. The discussion highlights the implications of startup founders liquidating stock early, raising critical questions about corporate governance and investment practices.

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