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“Meanwhile, what about the workers in those state monopolies that are being put up for sale? I am reminded of a technique for employee ownership that has worked well for many U.S. companies. It goes by various names, but the best known is "Employee Stock Ownership Program," or ESOP.” quote by Ronald Reagan
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“Meanwhile, what about the workers in those state monopolies that are being put up for sale? I am reminded of a technique for employee ownership that has worked well for many U.S. companies. It goes by various names, but the best known is "Employee Stock Ownership Program," or ESOP.”

Ronald Reagan

About This Quote

Source Speech: Address, 1985, United States Economic Forum

Employee ownership models like ESOPs can empower workers and improve company performance.

In simple terms: ESOPs give workers a stake in the business.

Key Takeaway

Consider employee ownership for shared success.

Themes

economics labor ownership business policy

Mood

optimistic pragmatic

Type

informative inspirational

When to use this quote

  • corporate governance
  • profit sharing
  • employee morale

Key Concepts

employee ownership stock options company culture productivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the benefits of employee ownership?
  • How can companies transition to ESOPs smoothly?
A Different Perspective

Implementation can be complex and requires legal expertise.

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