An interesting example of this can be found in the field of “leadership,” a broad category that has come to include everyone from CEOs to pastors. Why are leaders encouraged to care for the well-being of their employees? Why do experts recommend allowing workers to have regular breaks, and encourage office parties or other social activities? We’ve heard the answer a million times: treating workers well increases productivity. A happy worker is a productive worker. Note that this method of leadership appears to be motivated by a value higher than efficiency: the welfare of fellow humans. If
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