Why Louis Kelso Was Right

In The Capitalist Manifesto, his 1958 book with Mortimer Adler, creator of the modern ESOP, Louis Kelso argued that as investment in capital increased, returns to wages would decrease.
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Why People Leave Their Jobs—and What to Do About It

The “great resignation” is not the first time retention issues have been a hot topic. Back in 2008, the NCEO looked at this issue in the article that follows. It still resonates today.

You Can’t Lead Alone: Promoting Humility in Your Workplace

While working with employee-owners to grow and improve the ownership culture at their company, I was once asked if the confidence a leader should have can coexist with humility when it comes to effective leadership qualities.
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Your Account Statement Explained

As an ESOP participant, each year you get an account statement. It might look something like this:
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Zen and the Art of Ownership Culture: An Inquiry into Company Values

On July 29, 2020, renowned organizational psychologist and bestselling author Adam Grant tweeted that “Company value statements are mostly empty promises: they’re uncorrelated with people’s experiences at work. Pay no attention to the glitz in front of the curtain.

An Introduction to ESOPs

This concise book explains the rules, uses, benefits, and other aspects of employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).

Understanding ESOPs

A general, basic guide to ESOPs for public and private companies alike.