The lack of forced structure, in-person mentorship, and social guardrails provided by an office environment is particularly detrimental to young men who are still developing professional discipline and maturity.
The core value of an exclusive club is its scarcity and curated membership—qualities that are eroded by the public market's demand for constant, scalable growth. Going public forces a conflict between the brand's promise and shareholder expectations.
The US startup ecosystem thrives not just on opportunity, but on the severe consequences of failure. Unlike Canada or Europe's stronger safety nets, this high-stakes environment creates immense pressure and motivation to achieve massive success.
To combat social stratification, a progressive VAT could be levied on exclusive, private services like elite clubs, private schools, and private jets. The revenue would then be reinvested into public infrastructure like parks, libraries, and schools for the broader community.