This Could Be Our Future by Yancey Strickler Summary
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In "This Could Be Our Future," Kickstarter co-founder Yancey Strickler challenges our wealth-obsessed society with "Bentoism" - a framework valuing community over profit. With 4.10/5 from 54,928 readers, it's the manifesto reshaping how business leaders define success beyond financial metrics.
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Beyond the Bottom Line: A Vision for a Values-Driven Future
What if our obsession with money is actually limiting human potential rather than expanding it? This question lies at the heart of Yancey Strickler's revolutionary vision. As co-founder of Kickstarter, he witnessed firsthand how challenging conventional financial wisdom could create remarkable possibilities. His platform has channeled billions of dollars to creative projects that traditional investors would have dismissed as unprofitable. This success story isn't just about a company - it's about reimagining what's possible when we expand our definition of value beyond monetary returns. At a time when growing inequality and environmental challenges force us to question whether financial maximization has become destructive rather than constructive, Strickler offers a compelling alternative path forward.
The Hidden Default of Financial Maximization
The Homogenization of Culture and Commerce
Short-Term Gains and the Anxiety Treadmill
Expanding Our Concept of Self-Interest
Values in Action: Alternative Models
The Path to a Values-Driven Future
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