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A Short History
In a world previously dominated by physical ownership, workers think:
1) “I’m here to work my schedule, clock out, and go home.”
2) “What do I need to do not to get fired?
Ownership has been a pillar in the order of the world’s economy and society for generations- And for a good reason.
Ownership matters a great deal to those who possess the world’s productive assets and wealth. It also matters to those who do not because ownership determines control in life.
Control of things and assets has been used to obtain the lifestyle or comforts we want for ourselves and our families. Throughout history, power and wealth have been accumulated by controlling and exploiting physical assets as the means of production.
For thousands of years, humans have experimented with various forms of ownership in society to find a system that works. Slavery, mercantilism, communism, and feudal kingdoms have all come and gone. Each time, the definition of what is owned and who can own it has shifted to a more democratic base.
With each iteration forward, we’ve tried to adjust the formula to create a more equitable, productive, and safe society. However, some…
