Today was our first day EmLyon where we had the privilege to listen to a lecture by Professor Seidel. I really enjoyed the lecture and especially appreciated they respectful manner in which discussed the differences between European and American perspectives on labor laws and business. The point that stood out the most to me was the idea that Europeans tend to view business and society on a more collective level. They maintain the perspective that systems should be built with every level of income and social status in mind. While this perspective does by nature place limitations on how much one individual can achieve (as well as others), however, it was refreshing in a way to hear a more selfless perspective.
That afternoon I visited Dani-Alu. A 100% family owned company that uses aluminum to produce railings, covers and other products for construction companies to use. The visit was confirmation for my personal feelings of what kind of company I want to work for. For example, they pride themselves in the quality of their product and the effectiveness of their service. They know that they cannot compete on price, but they make up for it. The company had sense of family meaning it seemed like they all felt that they were in this together and truly wanted to build a good company together.
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