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Why can’t the countries in the West impose democracy and capitalism on developing nations? Is there another way to fix bad governments? In his book The White Man’s Burden, economist William Easterly argues that the West needs to stop trying to fix bad governments. He says that imposing top-down aid is not what’s going to help struggling nations. Here’s why Easterly thinks democracy and capitalism can’t be imposed.
Why shouldn’t the West try to impose free-market reforms on developing countries? What problems can this inflict upon the locals? Free-market capitalism can lead to economic growth, but that doesn’t mean that it should be forced upon developing nations that aren’t ready for such reform. When more developed countries try to impose their will upon other nations, it usually does more harm than good. Keep reading to learn what economist William Easterly has to say about this topic of controversy.
Why does the bottom-up aid model work better than the top-down model when it comes to international aid? In what ways is the bottom-up aid model more effective? American economist and professor William Easterly explores the top-down and bottom-up international aid models in his book The White Man’s Burden. He comes to the conclusion that the bottom-up aid model is much more effective than the top-down model because it empowers locals and doesn’t treat them like needy children. Continue reading to learn more about the benefits of bottom-up humanitarian aid.
What makes someone charismatic? Are some people just born that way or is it a trait that can be learned? Charismatic people are magnetic: their personalities make you want to spend time with them. According to Olivia Fox Cabane, the author of The Charisma Myth, charisma is a combination of three traits: mindfulness, authority, and goodwill. Here is a breakdown of each trait so you can better understand what charisma is.
How can you become more charismatic? What two steps must you master to become a charismatic person? According to Olivia Fox Cabane, the author of The Charisma Myth, there are two steps to becoming charismatic: 1) master your mind, and 2) practice speaking with charisma. She describes why these steps are so important and how to do them. Here is a brief overview of each step.
What does it mean to be a good woman? How is the modern idea of a good woman changing? Traditionally, being a “good woman” meant being a good wife and a good mother. However, society is changing and women are starting to break free from these expectations. In her book Girl, Stop Apologizing, Rachel Hollis asserts that to be a “good woman” is to be true to yourself and to follow your individual desires. Here is how to be a “good woman”, according to Rachel Hollis.
Want to know how to be more charismatic? Is charisma a natural talent or can anyone develop it? Many people think that charisma is something you either have or you don’t. However, Olivia Fox Cabane dispels that myth in her book The Charisma Myth and posits that charisma is a quality that can be learned and developed. She says that the first step to becoming more charismatic is to mastering your mind and emotional state. Here’s how to master your mind.
How can having a clean working environment help you feel more in control? What kinds of decorations should you put in your workspace? An organized workspace helps you feel in control and a messy space will often cause anxiety. According to author Rachel Hollis, cleaning your space and displaying images of your dream will motivate you to succeed. Here’s why you should take the time to clean your workspace.
Do you often tell yourself that your dreams are too big and that you’ll never reach them? Why must you be willing to be bad at something? When you tell yourself that you’re not capable of something, you’re actually making your statement come true. Self-limiting beliefs hold you back from accomplishing your goals because if you convince yourself that you will fail, then you will fail. The truth is that nobody is great at something when they just start—you just have to be willing to work to get better. Here is Rachel Hollis’s advice for overcoming self-limiting beliefs from Girl,
What role does the ability to listen play in charisma? What steps can you take to become a better listener? Although it may seem like you only need to be a good speaker to have charisma, a big part of charisma is actually being a charismatic listener. If you take a genuine interest in others, they will be drawn to you. Here are some tips on how to develop charisma by improving your listening skills.