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Ep. 71 David Gelles, "The Man Who Broke Capitalism"

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Rethinking MBA Influence and Corporate Purpose

This chapter explores the impact of MBA programs during Jack Welch's era and the ideology of shareholder primacy, questioning the traditional profit-maximization mindset. It raises critical discussions on the purpose of businesses in society, the decline of public companies, and significant corporate strategies that shape the economy and workforce dynamics.

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