Group 1 - The article discusses the trend of construction industry bosses participating in various executive education programs, indicating a shift towards learning and networking to enhance their business acumen [2][3] - Many construction bosses initially enter these programs with ambitious goals to improve their management and marketing skills, but their focus often shifts away from their core businesses [3][4] - A notable phenomenon is the formation of "class investment clubs" within these programs, where participants engage in high-interest lending rather than investing in tangible businesses [4][6] Group 2 - The article highlights a shift in mindset among construction bosses, who, after experiencing easy profits from investment activities, lose interest in their original businesses, leading to a decline in their operations [6][7] - Recent economic downturns have resulted in the collapse of many investment management companies, leaving these bosses with significant financial losses and prompting a reevaluation of their previous decisions [6][7] - The article warns against the dangers of relying on theoretical knowledge from executive programs, which may not be applicable to the realities of small and medium-sized enterprises [12][13] Group 3 - The article categorizes participants in executive programs into three groups: those seeking networking opportunities, those focused on high-interest lending, and a smaller group genuinely interested in learning [9][10] - It emphasizes that even those who earnestly apply what they learn can inadvertently lead their companies to decline due to the mismatch between the teachings and their business contexts [11][12] - The article critiques the reliance on outdated case studies and the lack of practical applicability of the knowledge imparted in these programs, particularly for smaller enterprises [12][13][14]