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John Mackey’s ‘Conscious Capitalism’: ‘Simply a Better Way to Do Business’(1)

January 27, 2013

In a new book, Whole Foods Market CEO John Mackey envisions a world where “one day, virtually every business will operate with a sense of higher purpose, integrate the interests of all stakeholders, elevate conscious leaders, and build a culture of trust, accountability and caring.”

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Stop What You’re Doing: The Value of Stepping Back

Leaders who are hyperactive — doing more and more, faster and faster – in their response to an ever-changing, complex world are less likely to be innovative and are more vulnerable to making ethical mistakes, says a thought leader on leadership development. Columnist Gael O’Brien speaks with Kevin Cashman about his new book – The Pause Principle: Step Back to Lead Forward.

Books: ‘Owning Our Future: The Emerging Ownership Revolution’

Marjorie Kelly, co-founder and former President of Business Ethics magazine, describes her new book as “a journey into the territory of the possible, a kind of advance scouting expedition for the collective journey of our global culture.” In an excerpt from the book, Kelly explores the concept of ownership – what it means to the global economy, and to her personally.

Patagonia: Lessons from a Pioneer in Responsible Business

Outdoor clothing company Patagonia has long been a proponent of corporate social responsibility – and financially successful as well. Columnist Gael O’Brien reviews a new book in which Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard and his co-author explain how an entrepreneurial spirit is as important for achieving social and environmental goals as it is to a company’s bottom line.


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