What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur and what is the future of capitalism? In fact, what even is capitalism?
In this full episode of Dad Saves America, John sits down with his friend John Mackey (who also happens to be the CEO and co-founder of Whole Foods Market) to talk about entrepreneurship, dealing with bullies, and finding purpose in your career. Mackey is a passionate proponent of “conscious capitalism,” a term he coined in reference to his unique approach to business that guides decision-making at Whole Foods.
He’s concerned that, especially among the youngest generations, capitalism has gotten a bad rap without just cause. Although the problems identified by self-proclaimed ‘anticapitalists’ are often real and serious, he believes that they have misidentified the culprit and fundamentally misunderstand the nature of capitalism. Throughout this interview, John and John break down these misconceptions and Mackey reflects on his 41-year journey with Whole Foods.
If you're interested in reading more about conscious capitalism, click here to check out John Mackey's book on the subject.