Structure and Attributes : Some companies fail even though their goods and services are of good quality. A strong business model attracts customers as its popularity grows. For example, online gaming is popular until the size of the customer base becomes too large, causing problems. Conversely, a fitness club might become an issue as it expands beyond an appropriate level, resulting in a sudden increase in customers. High quality alone does not guarantee success. The main goal of a business is to increase profits through sales, and good quality and service are essential for this. Yet, some companies and brands lack these basics. Some CEOs complain about a lack of profit despite having these essentials. In any business, structure and attributes are most important. No matter how much you work, if the structure is wrong, your business can still fail, regardless of how many customers you have. Many entrepreneurs do not realize the risks of ignoring this core truth. - Joseph’s “just m...
Paradoxically, one of the reasons for Rome’s demise was that it kept winning wars. Victories expanded the empire’s territory, and the risks increased proportionally. Men, primarily middle-class men, volunteered as soldiers; the larger the territory, the longer the wars lasted, and the longer it took for them to return home. The women who remained at home were forced to borrow labor and became indebted to the nobility. Eventually, the women were sold into slavery, and by the time the men returned, their families had disintegrated. People don’t betray because they’re evil, but because it increases their risk. If the territory you’re in grows, you might reconsider your loyalties to the organization. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”