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The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway · May 25, 2026 · 23m

The Real Problem with CEO Pay, and Why Young Men Don’t Volunteer Anymore

Scott Galloway examines the explosion of CEO pay relative to average workers, now reaching a 281-to-1 ratio, and argues for progressive taxation over direct pay caps as the more effective remedy. He also highlights the troubling decline in volunteerism and community service among young men, exploring what this trend means for social connection and civic health. In an advice segment, he counsels a business owner on managing a star employee whose vision is pulling the company in a different direction.

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Highlights

CEO Pay Explosion
CEO pay has ballooned to 281 times the average worker's salary, a stark rise from historical norms.
Young Men's Declining Volunteerism
Young men are increasingly opting out of volunteer and community service roles.

Editorial

Managing a Star Employee with a Divergent Vision
A business owner asks how to handle a star employee whose vision is pulling the company in a different direction.
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