Another step is assuming that : ” the purpose of a system is self-preservation and other things it does ”
It reminds me of the Chinese Communist Party which is known for rejecting ideas which weaken their authority even if those ideas are good.
Many systems need to optimize for self-preservation and growth, especially in a very competitive environnement. Otherwise they will never be able to survive and accomplish their ” more ethical purpose ” (this have a ” Meditation on Moloch ” vibe ).
I am sure a good doctor will still be rewarded, even in a an hospital with a ” money-oriented mindset ”.
And in your Google example, will brillant engineers be rewarded if they always come with great technical ideas which barely bring money ?
A balance is needed and it is tricky. Of course many times it’s not just self-preservation/growth, it is pure greed.
Another step is assuming that : ” the purpose of a system is self-preservation and other things it does ”
It reminds me of the Chinese Communist Party which is known for rejecting ideas which weaken their authority even if those ideas are good.
Many systems need to optimize for self-preservation and growth, especially in a very competitive environnement. Otherwise they will never be able to survive and accomplish their ” more ethical purpose ” (this have a ” Meditation on Moloch ” vibe ).
I am sure a good doctor will still be rewarded, even in a an hospital with a ” money-oriented mindset ”.
And in your Google example, will brillant engineers be rewarded if they always come with great technical ideas which barely bring money ?
A balance is needed and it is tricky. Of course many times it’s not just self-preservation/growth, it is pure greed.