Profit and Prejudice: The Luddites of the Fourth Industrial Revolution

In the fourth industrial revolution, avoiding prejudice is critical to economic success. Prejudice prevents the right person from being in the right job at the right time, which is essential for success in a changing world. Profit and Prejudice explores the relationship between economic success and prejudice in labor markets, highlighting the damage that prejudice can do. The book uses economics without jargon to explain why prejudice is bad for business and the economy.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 264 pages
\n Publication date: 06 November 2020
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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The fourth industrial revolution is set to be a critical period for economic success, and avoiding prejudice will be essential to achieving it. While new and innovative technology will play a significant role, it is the way we use it that will ultimately determine our success. Properly utilizing technology, with a diverse decision-making process, is the difference between success and failure in a rapidly changing world. This requires placing the right individuals in the right jobs at the right time. Unfortunately, prejudice hinders this process and prevents companies and countries from benefiting from the changes ahead.

While profit is not the primary argument against prejudice, it can certainly help in fighting it. This book aims to provide a clear and accessible narrative that explains the damage that prejudice can cause, using economics without jargon. It is designed to be accessible to students, investors, and the public, allowing them to follow the narrative and understand how prejudice can be opposed.

Prejudice is not just bad for business; it is bad for the economy as a whole. By addressing prejudice, we can create a more inclusive and prosperous society for all.

\n Weight: 556g\n
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367566777\n \n