The Tipping Point

There’s a curious paradox in human behaviour that surfaces time and again—in boardrooms, villages, families, and even start-up ventures. Yep, I’ve personally bore witness to this a couple of times.

When resources are scarce, people often band together. They share, compromise, and look out for each other. But when the prospect of abundance looms—when the pile starts to look like it might become substantial—something changes.

Cooperation turns to competition. Altruism gives way to ambition. The same people who were content to share a crust suddenly start elbowing each other over the banquet.