Why Most Organisations Are Built Wrong (and How to Fix It), with Joost Schouten

In this episode of the Ways to Wealth Podcast, Charlie is joined by Joost Schouten!Joost is the co-founder ofnestr.io, a platform building collaboration software for the next generation of organisations. Born in the Netherlands and now based in New Zealand, Joost’s work sits at the intersection of organisational design, distributed authority, and the future of work.This conversation goes deep into how organisations actually function beneath the surface. From early experiences inside large corporates to building and rethinking SaaS businesses, Joost unpacks why many of today’s systems create more friction than performance.They explore why motivation is often misunderstood, how power structures shape behaviour, and what happens when authority is distributed instead of concentrated. The discussion also covers self-organisation, governance, decision-making, and the real challenges of building teams that can adapt in a rapidly changing world.Along the way, Charlie and Joost connect these ideas to real-world experiences managing distributed teams, investing in businesses, and navigating the shift toward AI-driven organisations.Check out nestr.ioConnect with Joost here#waystowealth #podcast #entrepreneurship #leadership #futureofwork #startups #management #ai #businessgrowth