Everyday MBA Why Organizations Need to Look Beyond Profit
Jun 22, 2024
Kickstarter Co-Founder Yancey Strickler chats about moving beyond profit in his book 'This Could Be Our Future'. He shares insights on recalibrating our definition of value, shifting towards a world of abundance. Learn three actionable steps for meaningful change with host Kevin Craine.
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Generous World and Bentoism
- A generous world is one where people understand their self-interest more broadly.
- Strickler's "bentoism" framework encourages considering present/future self and present/future collective.
Shift in American Values
- America's focus shifted from community and purpose to money in the 1970s.
- The end of the Cold War removed the incentive for the US to prioritize a large middle class.
Cold War's Impact on Values
- The end of the Cold War contributed to a decline in American values and a rise in selfishness.
- The lack of competition led to complacency and a focus on individual financial gain.