Tribal wisdom has existed for centuries. American Indians knew that wisdom must be sought, not taught, so their teachings were handed down through stories that were purposely mysterious. This mystery is unraveled through Tribal Wisdom for Business Ethics, which draws upon traditional tribal wisdom to provide insights and practices for business to operate in more life-enhancing and ethical ways, both socially and environmentally.
Long before Columbus, American Indians had trading routes all across the Americas. How did they maintain this extensive network of trading relationships through the centuries? In this book, native and non-native scholars present a fascinating view of American Indian tribal values and indigenous cultures.
What if, instead of people serving business, business served humanity and the planet? What if giving away wealth was admired more than getting it? What if relationships were our most valued possessions? This "Tribal Wisdom? offers an ethic of business practice that is relationship-based and community-oriented, fostering a harmonious web of life for both people and planet.
