Did you know the 50 richest people in the Netherlands earn €1 million per week in passive income? While you work hard for your business, your team, and your family. This isn’t just unfair; it threatens our democracy. But there’s a solution: limitarism.
Ingrid Robeyns, philosopher and economist, challenges us to ask: How much wealth is enough? She shows that extreme fortunes don’t just deepen inequality; they concentrate power in the hands of a few. Power that shapes laws, buys media, and weakens your voice as an entrepreneur and citizen.
Her message resonates with me because I see how you, as a small business owner, fight daily for freedom, autonomy, and a better future for yourself and your people. Meanwhile, others earn millions weekly without lifting a finger.
The growing gap between rich and poor isn’t just a societal issue; it’s your issue. Because when money buys power:
- You lose influence over policies that affect your business.
- You indirectly pay for tax avoidance by multinationals.
- You get fewer chances to compete with big players who rig the rules.
Ingrid teaches us that we need limits on wealth so everyone, including you, gets a fair shot.
You don’t need to be a billionaire to make a difference. Start today with this habit:
‘The 5-Minute Democracy Check’
Every morning, with your coffee, ask yourself one question:
‘How can I use my voice for a fairer system today?’
- Share an article about limitarism in your network.
- Support an organization fighting for tax justice (e.g., Tax Justice Network or Tax Justice NL).
- Talk about it with another entrepreneur—because together, we’re stronger.
Small steps, big impact. Because equity starts with awareness.
