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Power is now more fluid and dynamic than ever before from "summary" of The End of Power by Moises Naim
Power today is a far cry from what it used to be. Gone are the days when power was concentrated in the hands of a select few, entrenched for years in their positions of authority. Today, power is more fluid and dynamic than ever before, constantly shifting and reshaping the landscape of influence. In the past, power was synonymous with size - the bigger the company, the stronger its influence; the larger the army, the greater its might. However, in today's world, size alone does not guarantee power. Small, nimble actors can disrupt entire industries, while large, established players can find themselves quickly overtaken by upstarts with innovative business models. Moreover, the barriers to entry have never been lower. With the rise of technology and globalization, individuals and groups can now wield power in ways that were unimaginable just a few decades ago. Social media, for e...
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