The document discusses three types of social interactions: givers, takers, and matchers, highlighting how givers prioritize others' needs while takers focus on their own interests. It notes that many aspire to be givers but hesitate due to vulnerability. Additionally, it mentions a beta program created by Bruce Kasanoff based on discussions with Adam Grant and Dane Barnes.

1. The Wisdom of Giving

3. Givers
Takers
Matchers
Takers put
their own
interests
above the
needs of
others.
Givers pay the most
attention to what
others need from
them.
Matchers protect
themselves by
seeking reciprocity.
Many would like to be
givers but feel too
vulnerable.

6. Givers…

7. Smart companies…

9. Stupid companies…

10. Wanted: companies for our beta program

11. Wanted: companies for our beta program

12. Created by Bruce Kasanoff, based on conversations
with Adam Grant and Dane Barnes.
Bruce Kasanoff, Now Possible
(203) 341-9448 bruce@nowpossible.com