Many of us have a sense that even well-meaning companies and institutions lose their way, sometimes becoming downright evil.Eric Ries is a legend when it comes to building tech companies and his new book is written from the perspective of someone whose been 'on the frontlines in the battle for the soul of our economy'.Incorruptible is a new blueprint for companies that will prosper and endure without losing their soul. Now more than ever we need great organisations, institutions and companies. Things that bring us together, not that tear us apart. That we can trust in to put shared human interests and values at the heart of what they do.If you're going to listen to one Humans in the Loop episode, make it this one.

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00:00 The Core Thesis of 'Incorruptible'

02:52 The Urgency of the Moment

07:13 Understanding Financial Gravity

12:21 The Concept of Shareholder Primacy

17:54 The Misconception of Capitalism

23:13 Examples of Resilient Companies

26:59 The Value of Innovative Corporate Structures

28:59 AI Governance and Corporate Responsibility

30:35 The Role of Governance in AI Companies

32:50 Integrity and Mission in Corporate Governance

35:45 The Importance of Principles in Business Decisions

38:30 The Role of Integrity in Governance

40:49 The Consequences of Corporate Mission Statements

43:28 Balancing Lean Startup Principles with Governance

46:35 The Right Time for Founders to Implement Governance

49:23 An Optimistic Vision for the Future of BusinessLinks

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