Capitalist Philosophers, the genius of modern business
All to often we criminalize and character assassinate our over achievers. In the business world it is no different. We attack those superstars, which deliver to our civilizations those things we need and desire. We even have government agencies all set up to attack these individuals so we all can feel better about our own mediocrity. We call them liars, cheaters and fraudsters. We allow government agencies to put them in jail or file lawsuits so that the weak can feel good, even though they have achieved nothing in their lives and are dismal failures. In our haste to make everyone equal and at the risk of proving Ayn Rand right, we attack those who deliver every thing we have in our society; everywhere we look. You can think on this fact and I also recommend a book to you;
"The Capitalist Philosophers-The genius of Modern Business-Their Lives, Times, and Ideas" By Andrea Gabor.
This is a great book, which discusses all the different methods of management of labor, systems, processes, and how modern universities teach in Chicago, Pittsburgh, Harvard, etc. It talks about the lives of each philosopher and why or how they came to the conclusions they did and how their visions shaped the world. It is a great history of American business, big business from the old steel factories to the auto industries it discusses all of it. It did not skip any of the essentials, and provides excellent insight and explanation of how these great thinkers of economics and management influenced on another and the Fed. How their thoughts came to be the standards by which all have been judged.
I do not recommend this book to many people, it is too esoteric for most, but I have gained much from it. So if you are a student of economics or a banker who really wants to know why things are the way they are rather than just pushing paper you should read it. Anyone wanting to write a book or get a PhD in such subjects should also read it. Including the professors who claim to know what they teach (that sounded bad). The professors who enlighten their students towards the subject matter in the textbooks they have published to keep their tenure. That sounded worse. The professors, who are paid to shape the minds of their students for the betterment of the free world; Hmmm, that sentence will stand; every one happy now?
All in all, it is necessary to know things about the philosophers who have come to change the way our Corporate Infrastructure works. For instance in the book they talk about Deming and his families farm in Wyoming and his move to Chicago. The challenges that Fredrick Winslow Taylor (yes, in my family tree) incurred with the Unions. The exploits of Alfred Sloan, Elton Mayo; the lives and conquers of Robert McNamera. The theories of Abraham Maslow, and modern author and GE lifer, Peter Drucker. You know this was a great help in understanding what all the real people who made things the way they are really thought. You should read it and think on it as well.
"Lance Winslow" - If you have innovative thoughts and unique perspectives, come think with Lance; www.WorldThinkTank.net/wttbbs
Interesting Links:
Alzheimer Disease Advice
J-5 WebKatalog - Web Catalogue
Living after Divorce
Related Articles:
Would Socrates Be A Celebrity Today?
Last week, as I was standing in the checkout line of my local grocery store, I found myself staring at the dozen or so magazines on display. As I gazed upon the various photos and headlines praising or trashing the celebrity du jour, I got to thinking.
"Don't Get Hustled: Poverty and Problems Continue to Rise in America" - by Roy M. Philip (Author/Philosopher)
Roy M. Philip, (Author/Philosopher) releases new self-published title - "Don't Get Hustled: On a Higher Level." ISBN 1847286925. In this book, he shares his personal story and talks about how the overall society is getting hustled by the individual societies. The author speaks the real truth about business, life, and society in America. He also states that society is falling apart and that poverty is under-reported.
Astronomer and Philosopher's New Book Provides Gripping Evidence that the Pyramids Foretell Apocalypse
Zep Tepi-The Conclusion by Hendrik G. Dirker shows how the pyramids and the stars can prophesize human destiny.
Australia's Most Popular Vocal Group, Human Nature Makes Their First Appearance in the United States
Tropicana casino in Atlantic City plays host to Human Nature's Motown revue as Motown approaches it's 50th anniversary.
Plato to Bushco
The Neoplatonic Hierarchy:The twentieth century has seen a lot of mega-corporate and bureaucratic growth. The old top-down or Platonic hierarchy form of control has been exposed to the extent that Harvard Business Journal has recommended corporate paranoia and detailed the 'Nut Island Effect' wherein Empires of inefficiency abound.
Emerson and Plato
You might be surprised by the breadth and reach of the influence of Plato. Even Ralph Waldo Emerson is one of his progeny.
Learn From Plato- Suspend Your Judgment
?You are young and as the years go by, time will change and even reverse many of your present opinions. Refrain therefore awhile from setting yourself up as a judge of the highest matters.? ? Plato
Philosophical Discussion of Distribution Systems
To properly understand marketing one needs to understand the natural march of distribution from a colony of ants to Wal-Mart's Distribution System. Efficient systems must be designed or worked out by nature over thousands if not millions of years of evolution.
Rugged Individualism vs Human Nature
"Rugged individualism" is actually a euphemism for Thomas Hobbes' baseless concept of man's natural condition as a war of everyone against everyone else. Even different species of wild animals (each of which has its own group soul, as opposed to humans, which have individual souls) cooperate with one another for their mutual benefit, so Hobbes would have had us believe that mankind is inherently more bestial than the beasts, perhaps explaining the name of the pop "music" group known as the Beastie Boys.
Outskirts Press Announces "The Legacy of the Chosen One," the Latest Highly-Anticipated Metaphysics Book from Rockaway, NJ Author Ray Brennan & Masome
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published "The Legacy of the Chosen One" by Ray Brennan & Masomeh Fritz, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the Metaphysics category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $11.95. The webpage at www.outskirtspress.com/thelegacyofthechosenone was launched simultaneously with the book's publication.
Bet's Books Announces "Aristotle: The Firefly's Message" Children's Book
Aristotle: The Firefly's Message is an endearing story about a homeless boy who wanders the streets of Ancient Greece -- lost, hungry, and afraid. Then, one fateful night, he comes upon a firefly with a broken wing, and though he has naught to offer him but friendship, the boy takes Aristotle, the firefly, into his care. When the firefly is once again strong enough to fly, he asks to be set free. What will the lonely boy decide to do? And what miraculous happenings await his decision?
The Meaning of Life - Ask a Philosopher
If you do a search on "meaning of life" on Google, you'll find more theories than I've had hot dinners... and that's a lot!
Philosophical Thoughts of a Road Warrior; Part I
With a tip of the hat to Virginia Woolf, William Faulkner and Dennis Miller; as I drove from Katy TX to the West side of Houston, I watched through the side-windshield of the Mobile Command Center traveling at 75 mph the freeway at the lines going by me in the rear view mirror and reflecting on the stainless steal during a thunderstorm my thoughts also traveled. .
Philosophical Thoughts from a Road Warrior; Part II
Continued thoughts while driving down the road in a huge semi; mobile command center, the miles click by, but the mind flies thru time at the speed of thought.Yet as we previously approached Socialism at a rapid rate and faster than anytime in our history during the previous 8 years administration we did not allow for it.
Dr. John F. Demartini, Author, Speaker and Philosopher, Joins Carla Cargle, Host of "The Financial Truth," to Discuss His Book "How To Make One Hell o
Speaker, Philosopher, Best-Selling Author, Dr. John F. Demartini, will be interviewed by VoiceAmerica? Network host Carla Cargle on "The Financial Truth" Friday, July 13th at 12 PM/Pacific, 2 PM/Central, and 3 PM/Eastern on the VoiceAmerica Channel.