Upward Mobility

[300 words] In a tiny coastal Mexican village, a boat comes into port. An American who is nearby compliments the Mexican fisherman on the quality of his catch and asks how long it took him to catch them. “Not very long,” answers the Mexican. “But why didn’t you stay out longer and catch more?” asks the American. The Mexican explains that these few fish are sufficient to meet his family’s needs. The American then asks, “But what do you do with the rest of your time?” “I sleep late, play with my children, and take a siesta. In the evening I go into the village to see my friends, play the guitar, and sing a few songs. I have a full life.” The American interrupts, “Listen, I have an MBA from Harvard and I can help you. You should start by fishing longer every day and then you can sell…