Karma Capitalism

The mission to change the DNA of business

James Reed

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English

Ebury Edge
06 December 2025

Business & management

Do well by doing good

What is the point of a business without a purpose?

James Reed, chairman of REED and author of the 7-Second CV is on a mission to reform capitalism. He accuses corporations of ignoring their employees, customers and wider community in the pursuit of short-term gain and profit, while charities suffer in the wake of the pandemic and cost-of living crisis. However, there is an alternative.

In his first business book, James sets out his vision to encourage a whole new generation of PhilCos - philanthropic minded businesses with at least 10% of shares owned by a charitable foundation. Inspired by his own company's commitment to charity, James shares how PhilCos are more likely to-

- Stay in business for 40 years - Foster shareholders that work toward a lasting legacy - Retain and motivate employees - Improve lives through charity work

Best of all, being a PhilCo isn't a different way of doing business. It is a different way of being a business. Based on his own experiences of running REED as a PhilCo, James explains his most effective strategies so entrepreneurs and business leaders can make the most impact in the shortest space of time.

Karma Capitalism has the potential to change the world and make it a better place for everyone.

By: James Reed
Imprint: Ebury Edge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 222mm, Width: 138mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN: 9781529147223
ISBN 10: 1529147220
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 06 December 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

James Reed is the Chairman of REED - Britain's biggest and best-known recruitment brand and the largest family-owned recruitment company in the world. James is a regular media commentator on work and labour market issues, with appearances on BBC News, Sky News, BBC Radio 2 and The Apprentice. He has also contributed insight to a wide range of publications including the Financial Times, Harvard Business Review and the Sunday Times. James is the author of five books; The Happy Recruiter, Life's Work, The 7-Second CV, Why You? 101 Interview Questions You'll Never Fear Again and Put Your Mindset to Work, which he co-authored with Dr Paul Stoltz.