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Why Capitalism Ruined Our Technology & How Better Capitalism Can Fix It
What went wrong with Big Tech? Why did the darlings of 21st-centure American capitalism go sour? There are several buckets of elements that contributed to our current state. This post explains the when and why of the past that got us to the current failures. This post also provides the why and how of a better path forward.
Robert Carnes
3 days ago9 min read


Countering Socialism with a Better Capitalism
A 2021 poll showed 54% of Gen Z (ages 18 to 24) held negative views of capitalism. Even among Republicans positive views had dropped 15% to just 66%. In addition, while positive views of capitalism appear to be dropping, favorable views of socialism have moved upward somewhat.
Does Gen Z have good reason for their increasingly negative views of American capitalism? Yes!
Is socialism the best response to a capitalism in need of reform? No! A better form of capitalism is the
Paul Knowlton
Jul 46 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


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


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


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


Listen in Conversation - America (My Government, It's of You)
We use AI to create an engaging conversation based on a post. This one provides fresh perspectives on our government and shaping our future.
Paul Knowlton
Jan 314 min read


Grocery Economics 101
What Was That Total Again? Like many of you, I am still taken aback by the price of my weekly groceries, especially since I often shop at...
Karen Kuykendall
Jan 249 min read


Does Money Alone Buy Happiness?
You may assume money buys happiness but what does our experience teach us? This post shows why there's not simple "yes" answer.
Karen Kuykendall
Jan 107 min read


Happy New Year from Better Capitalism
Wishing you and yours a wildly successful 2025!
Paul Knowlton
Dec 31, 20241 min read
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