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EPISODE · Oct 28, 2023 · 22 MIN

The Secrets of a Fair Economy

from The 5Cs · host Charlene Norman

Christian Felber is a champion of the common good, and he's got some fascinating insights.  Among them, The Common Good: Christian has written three bestsellers on this topic. He believes in a society where the common good is prioritized over individual wealth. He's not just theorizing; he's seen it in action in certain countries.Limiting Inequality: Christian argues that unchecked inequality is undemocratic and harmful to society. His solution? A democratic approach to setting income limits through tax laws. It's a radical idea that could change the way we think about wealth distribution.Different Types of Inequality: Not all inequalities are created equal. Christian distinguishes between them and believes that there should be no room for discrimination.Alternative Economic Models: Christian is a big fan of the degrowth, social and solidary economy, and circular economy models. He believes these models can lead us to a more sustainable and equitable future.The Common Good Balance Sheet: Over 1000 companies are already using this tool to assess their ethical considerations. It's a promising sign that businesses are starting to take the common good seriously.Spreading the Message: Christian believes in the power of education to change mindsets. He also sees the potential in a country developing a common good product as a game changer. You can reach out to Christian Felber here and find his books hereAnd of course, you can always find Charlene Norman here when you are ready to discuss the 5Cs Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance.The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business.Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

The final session in the trilogy with Christian Felber. Reknowned economist, writer and university lecturer.

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