Description

In this episode, Kevin and Paul Knowlton discuss:

• The importance of ethical leadership in today’s world
• Why leaders should embrace an ethic of "enough" and mutuality
• The shift from maximizing profits to optimizing value
• The role of mentorship in personal and professional growth
• How capitalism can be reimagined to serve more people effectively

Key Takeaways:

• Ethical leadership starts with defining "enough." Leaders must shift their focus from endless accumulation to optimizing impact, ensuring that success benefits more than just themselves.
• Maximizing is not always the best strategy. Moving from a mindset of maximizing to optimizing allows for more sustainable and inclusive decision-making.
• Transactional relationships contribute to disconnection. Society has become overly transactional, leading to loneliness and a lack of true collaboration—leaders must change this dynamic.
• Mentorship plays a crucial role in leadership development. Seeking guidance from mentors and later becoming a mentor helps shape stronger leaders and communities.
• Healing capitalism is necessary for a more equitable future. The current system can evolve to balance profit and mutual benefit, ensuring long-term success for businesses and society alike.

"If we're going to bring the kingdom of God to Earth, it's up to us to help do that right part of the work." – Paul Knowlton

About Paul Knowlton:

Paul Knowlton is a partner at the Stanton Law Firm, a multidisciplinary consultant with the lived experience of an adventurous and prosperous business career. As an engineer he designs and executes ideas; as a patent attorney he creates value around intellectual property; as a corporate lawyer, business and nonprofit leader, and turn-around CEO he creates effective solutions to business challenges; and as a mediator and master’s- level pastoral counselor he brings discernment and clarity to individuals and teams. He is the co-author of Better Capitalism: Jesus, Adam Smith, Ayn Rand, and MLK Jr. on Moving from Plantation to Partnership Economics.

Connect with Paul Knowlton:

Email: paul@bettercapitalism.org 

Website: www.BetterCapitalism.org | https://stantonlawllc.com/ 

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