Core Philosophy - Givingism is a philosophy of prosperity rooted in giving, where decisions are made through care so that everyone prospers [6][11] - The core principle is to help others prosper, recognizing that prosperity gained by harming someone isn't prosperity at all [7][8][9] - The industry should shift from asking "how do I get ahead" to "how do we all get ahead" [11] Business Practices - Business should focus on people, not just money, as prosperity grows for everyone when people become the focus [4] - Companies should prioritize care for employees, vendors, distributors, and even competitors [4] - Love in business means no cutting corners, no deception, and no taking advantage [7] - Companies should avoid opportunities that would crush another business, even if it means foregoing millions in profit [7] Employee Welfare - Companies can create education funds for employees, such as a $5,000 annual fund, regardless of whether they stay with the company [8] Impact and Vision - When companies help others win, they also win, emphasizing the importance of giving [10] - The industry should measure economic health not just by GDP, but by how many people are truly thriving [10] - Prosperity thinking suggests that everyone rises when they lift each other up [10]

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