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The juxtaposition of performance metrics and mandatory diversity goals has resulted in an untenable situation where companies must navigate a Kafkaesque landscape of conflicting obligations.
The Future of Business: A Shift Towards Meritocracy
As corporate America grapples with this identity crisis, Andreessen advocates for a return to meritocracy - a system where individuals are evaluated based on their capabilities and contributions rather than identity categories. He notes a growing awareness among companies that this ideological entrapment is unsustainable and that a shift back toward valuing individual merit is essential for long-term success.