Speed Read - Conscious Capitalism: Liberating the Heroic Spirit of Business

This book argues that, despite noisy arguments to the contrary, capitalism has shaped the modern world for the good and continues to have the power to effect positive change for both individuals and societies.

Conscious Capitalism: Liberating the Heroic Spirit of Business

John Mackey and Raj Sisodia (2013) (view on Amazon)

Introduction

In recent years, it has become fashionable to criticise capitalism, blaming it for endemic problems such as economic inequality. But this attitude ignores the enormous contributions capitalism has made in terms of improving people's lives and the overall standard of living in free market economies, according to Whole Foods Market's cofounder John Mackey. He argues that, by taking a broad view of its social and financial responsibilities, capitalism can be a powerful agent of change; further, at its best...

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