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WWJD With His MBA?
It seems clear that running a business in a Christian way is much more profitable than not. The authors' research shows a company applying economic engagement / Christian principles would be in the top quartile and substantially more profitable than peers.
The properly understood Christian faith would suggest this, and the years of research confirms this. There is always more to learn, but what the research shows is that business is a powerful force for good when properly s
Bill Fotsch
6 hours ago8 min read


Better Capitalism in Action: Joe Garner and Leading for Mutual Value
If you think capitalism sucks and the only remedy is to blow it up and replace it with something different, you’re definitely not alone.
But are you right about that being the only remedy?
In this essay, a summary of notes from a talk by Joe Garner, an ethic of mutuality is core to a reformed capitalism – a better capitalism.
Join us in fixing capitalism. Start with giving this essay a read.
Karen Kuykendall
Jun 1310 min read


A VP Earns His MBA and Some Revelations
A contemplative business understands that the business can ultimately be a means of grace, maybe even a relief, to the people it encounters. A contemplative business knows its people and understands their needs, doing its best to meet those needs, even if it may seem mundane in the moment. The business, its community, and even capitalism as a whole will be better off if we can take the time to implement some contemplative practices in our businesses. This post shows us the
Al Perreca, Jr.
Jun 67 min read


Of New Things: A Fair Deal for a Gilded Age
Mark Twain noted that ‘history doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes’. Our economic situation today is not the same as it was in 1891, but neither is it a world apart. Is it possible that what Pope Leo XIII wrote in 1891 to the first Gilded Age has lessons for us in today's Gilded Age? It does and with insightful lessons for all of us.
Tim Thorlby
May 3013 min read


Standard American Capitalism and the Standard American Diet (SAD)
Why are we senselessly willing to sacrifice our health so that the processed food industry can maximize their profits?
Nearly 70% of us are overweight or obese, compared with 15% in the 1970s. One in ten of us are morbidly obese, a 90% increase since 1960, while childhood obesity is at 19% in 2020. Many if not most of our chronic diseases, as well as the declining US life expectancy, are related to unhealthy foods. This post shows us how we got trapped in the bad-diet cycle a
Karen Kuykendall
May 2310 min read


Pope Leo XIV - An Open Letter on Healing Capitalism
What hard economic questions might Pope XIV wrestle with and seek to address? Perhaps, audaciously, “How do we redeem and heal capitalism?!” Or "What might 'on Earth as it is in Heaven' look like economically?
This open letter offers a three-step framework by which Pope XIV can teach and lead us in understanding capitalism can be redeemed and healed (re-engineered), for the benefit of all humanity.
Paul Knowlton
May 163 min read


Financial Literacy and Better Capitalism
Financial literacy is essential to your personal empowerment and economic stability, and essential for economic mutuality. This post explains why.
As society continues to evolve in the face of economic challenges, the significance of financial literacy will only grow. Whether we advocate for education in our schools, assist others in their financial journey, or further educate ourselves, our contribution to making a more financially literate nation will help to make better c
Karen Kuykendall
May 98 min read


Capitalism Breaks Under Toxic Leaders
Leadership, no matter the position but especially the C-suite or elected office is about trust, responsibility and moral clarity. Want to know what separates a tough-but-effective leader from a toxic one?
By providing a solid checklist of traits possessed by toxic leaders, this post makes it easy to put a mirror to a boss or politician’s behavior for an objective view of whether that boss or politician is toxic. Want to fix capitalism? Begin by rejecting toxic bosses and p
Paul Knowlton
May 26 min read


No Kings: American Billionaires, Then and Now
We at Better Capitalism always support rewarding innovation and merit, while recognizing the plain truth that no person creates great wealth without help from others - its just not physically possible. This begs the increasingly asked question, "Is the wealth fairly distributed among those who generated it?" This post is another response to that question.
Karen Kuykendall
Apr 258 min read


A Better Kind of Capitalism
You will enjoy this excerpt from Bill Fotsch's book, Partners on the Payroll, and his voice advocating for a better capitalism. What we particularly like about Bill's book are his eight (8) Partnership Principles that frame the ownership mindset everyone in an organization needs for sustainable profits and growth, and how to implement those principles.
Bill Fotsch
Apr 185 min read


They're Everybody's Tariffs
How should Christians approach the question of economic development? This essay shows how America can act consistent with Biblical teaching.
Karen Kuykendall
Apr 118 min read


Jesus and the Good Capitalist(s)
Every businessperson can find the courage to hear what Jesus says about how to create the Kingdom of God in his or her enterprise.
Paul Knowlton
Apr 411 min read


Understanding the "E" in DOGE
About the "E" in DOGE. We take a look at Tim Snyder's insightful observations of 'efficiency' from his latest book On Freedom. Join us.
Paul Knowlton
Mar 284 min read


The Art of the Exit: Succession & Sale
Eventually, we all exit our business. Here's how to think about exiting in ways that align with values and ethics that make for a good plan.
Paul Knowlton
Mar 215 min read


Crypto and Leveling the Playing Field
You need to understand crypto whether you want to or not. This essay with links is your perfect start to clear and accurate understanding.
Karen Kuykendall
Mar 149 min read


Capitalism Runs on Trust
Trust is fundamental to well-run capitalism. You know this. Still we discuss breaking trust with business partners and other foolishness.
Paul Knowlton
Mar 78 min read


Golden or Gilded: The Next American Age
In the world of metals, gold holds a unique position. It is beautiful, useful, non-corrosive, and rare--a combination of qualities so...
Karen Kuykendall
Feb 289 min read


Order-Disorder-Reorder, Again.
Order-Disorder-Reorder is the rhythm of our lives, as well as systems like capitalism and politics. Best to learn how to work with it.
Paul Knowlton
Feb 215 min read


Broligarchy: What's Old Is New Again
Time to learn what "broligarch" and "broligarchy" mean, and how they negatively impact you, your family, and your American Dream.
Karen Kuykendall
Feb 1410 min read


We told the Truth. We obeyed the Law. We kept the Peace.
The trust of the American people is a sacred bond, one that can only be earned. Here's the playbook for every President who desires success.
Paul Knowlton
Feb 710 min read
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