How The Best Companies Defend Against Mediocrity And Rot
The core problem in modern business is that companies are structured to prioritize shareholder value above all else, a relatively recent and legally uncodified doctrine that leads to mission erosion, founder displacement, and value destruction. The solution lies in building "incorruptible
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