Summary:
The book advocates for a sustainable solution to global poverty through job creation rather than traditional aid. It shares the author's experiences and insights from founding Samasource, a social enterprise that outsources digital work to impoverished individuals, demonstrating the transformative power of giving work to lift communities out of poverty.
Key points:
1. Promote Work Over Aid: Leila Janah suggests that offering jobs is better than giving aid for sustainable poverty alleviation, as it builds self-reliance and economic growth.
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