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Benjamin J. Shestakofsky on How Venture Capital Shapes Work, Innovation, and Inequality

New Books in Sociology

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Navigating Growth: Startups and Cooperative Models

This chapter examines the challenges startups face during funding transitions, particularly the impact on early employees as management structures become more professionalized. It contrasts traditional venture capital approaches with innovative cooperative models like Up& Go, emphasizing the potential for ethical business practices that prioritize workers' welfare. The discussion culminates in reflections on balancing financial success with community-centered values in technology development.

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