On-the-job democracy isn't just a lofty concept but a better, more profitable way to do things. We all demand democracy in every other aspect of our … - Ricardo Semler

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On-the-job democracy isn't just a lofty concept but a better, more profitable way to do things. We all demand democracy in every other aspect of our lives and culture. People are considered adults in their private lives, at the bank, at their children's schools, with family and among friends--so why are they suddenly treated like adolescents at work? Why can't workers be involved in choosing their own leaders? Why shouldn't they manage themselves? Why can't they speak up--challenge, question, share information openly?

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Ricardo Semler (born 1959 in São Paulo) is the CEO and majority owner of Semco Partners. Semler assumed ownership of Semler & Company (known as Semco) from his father in 1980.

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