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Why Everywhere We Look, There We Are

Everything Is Amazing • 1547 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Human behavior Cognitive Science Social Responsibility Environmental Issues Storytelling
  1. People often see faces and familiar patterns in everyday things. This strange trick our brain plays is called pareidolia, and it shows how we connect what we see to ourselves.
  2. Our attachment to objects, like clothing or old gear, can be sentimental. This affection helps us care more about the environment and encourages us to repair instead of throw away.
  3. Understanding our cognitive biases, like pareidolia, can help us be more curious and appreciate the world around us. If we learn to see ourselves in everything, we might treat it all with more care.

Everything Looks Like A Nail

Where's Your Ed At • 25075 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
💼 Business Technology Venture Capital Inequality Social Responsibility Economics
  1. Marc Andreessen wants to portray himself as a victim despite his immense success and wealth.
  2. Andreessen promotes a vision of continuous technological advancement, but his actions and investments often prioritize maintaining the status quo.
  3. Andreessen's manifesto is filled with contradictions and hypocrisy, advocating libertarian economic thinking while benefiting from government intervention.

Social Development > Self-Development

The Novelleist • 1846 implied HN points • 01 Jan 25
📖 Philosophy Self-development Social Responsibility Humanitarianism
  1. Helping others is more important than just focusing on ourselves. When we pay more attention to our communities, we find more happiness and purpose in our lives.
  2. A balance is needed between caring for our loved ones and thinking about the broader world. We should take care of our families, but also show concern for others beyond our immediate circle.
  3. Self-development is good, but too much can lead to selfishness. It's better to use our skills and time to help those around us instead of just working on improving ourselves.

How Many Fucks Should Be Given, and About Whom?

I Might Be Wrong • 9 implied HN points • 05 Feb 25
📖 Philosophy Ethics Morality Charity Philosophical Concepts Social Responsibility
  1. We have a responsibility to help others in need, just like we would save a drowning child, even if it's inconvenient for us. Helping others shouldn't depend on whether someone else is doing it too.
  2. Thinking about charity should focus on our obligations to help, rather than questioning if we should care about people far away. Our compassion should guide our actions.
  3. Discussions about aid, like those involving organizations such as USAID, often lack depth. We need to critically evaluate the impact and effectiveness of our help.

Your ideas for improving capitalism

The Novelleist • 445 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
💼 Business Economics Corporate Governance Innovation Sustainability Social Responsibility
  1. Employee ownership and cooperatives can help create a fairer economy. When workers own part of their companies, they may feel more invested in their success.
  2. Protecting housing as a basic need is important. Just like utilities, housing should be safe from big corporations that inflate prices and make it hard for everyday people to afford a home.
  3. Encouraging pro-social behavior, like investing in renewable energy, can help tackle climate change. Companies can be incentivized to do better for the environment and communities.
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Ralph Nader Looks Ahead, at Age 90. What He Sees Is Not What You'd Expect.

Breaking the News • 474 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
💼 Business Leadership Entrepreneurship Social Responsibility Business Ethics Corporate culture
  1. Ralph Nader, at age 90, surprises with a new book 'The Rebellious CEO' showcasing leaders who use their influence for good in business, workers' treatment, and environmental policy.
  2. The book has a chatty and personal tone, highlighting the importance of individuals making a positive impact and how small groups can bring meaningful change.
  3. Rebellious CEOs featured in the book prioritize fair treatment of workers and consumers, environmental responsibility, clear communication, and excellence in business without overpaying themselves or whining about regulations.

Sounding good or Doing good? A Skeptical Look at ESG

Musings on Markets • 19 implied HN points • 21 Sep 20
💼 Business Corporate Finance Investment Strategies Social Responsibility Market Trends
  1. ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, is a popular business approach, but its actual benefits are unclear. Some argue it makes companies better, while others believe companies that do well just appear more socially responsible.
  2. Measuring social goodness is complicated because different services often give very different scores to the same company. This inconsistency makes it hard to agree on what makes a company 'good' or 'bad.'
  3. Investors should be cautious with ESG investments. Sometimes, focusing on social responsibility might not lead to higher profits. It's important to look at the bigger picture and not just rely on ESG ratings.

If Tim Cook does not care about the "bloody ROI", does he care about the "bloody stock price"?

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 03 Mar 14
💼 Business Corporate Governance Social Responsibility Investor Relations
  1. Tim Cook's focus on social responsibility may conflict with the business goal of maximizing profits. Companies should balance doing good with making money.
  2. Transparency is key in corporate social responsibility. Companies need to share how much they are spending on social initiatives with shareholders.
  3. Shareholders should have a say in how companies operate, especially regarding spending on social issues. Not including them in the conversation can create mistrust.

✅ When should an organisation take a stand on a social or political issue?

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
💼 Business Corporate strategy Public Relations Social Responsibility Management Practices Communication Strategies
  1. Organizations are feeling pressure to share their views on social and political issues as corporate purpose becomes important. It's a balancing act between business needs and leadership values.
  2. Different companies have varying opinions on whether to take a stand. Some believe in being vocal, while others prefer to stay neutral on political matters.
  3. A decision-making framework can help guide organizations on when and how to speak out on these issues, as understanding public sentiment becomes increasingly crucial.

Corporate social responsibility & Friedman

Logos • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 21
💼 Business Corporate Governance Social Responsibility Economic Theory Market Strategy
  1. Friedman's idea emphasizes that businesses should focus on maximizing profits for their shareholders, not on social responsibilities. Critics, however, argue that companies should consider broader societal issues.
  2. Many companies today engage in social responsibility campaigns, blending genuine intentions with marketing strategies to boost profits. It's often hard to distinguish between doing good and doing it for profit.
  3. Debates around corporate responsibility raise questions about who decides what is 'good' and whether that should be left to companies or governed democratically. Without clear consensus, companies can struggle to define their role in society.

Stakeholder capitalism

The Jolly Contrarian • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
💼 Business Economics Management Corporate Governance Ethics Social Responsibility
  1. Shareholder capitalism emphasizes maximizing profit for shareholders as the primary goal of corporations.
  2. Stakeholder capitalism has gained popularity, shifting focus towards considering the interests of all stakeholders, not just shareholders.
  3. The conflict between shareholder and stakeholder capitalism lies in prioritizing monetary interests over ethical values, and the need for corporations to stay focused on generating profits.