Least Interest Principle theory

Definition: In any relationship, the person who has the least interest in continuing the relationship has the greatest power. Application: This theory is used against the community in most cases. Financial powers and investors can selectively come and go in terms of support and resources for the community. Since they do not live in or are directly affected by the community, they can essentially end the relationship at the end of an agreement. Adaptation: Communities can use this to their advantage when dealing with those investors by continually looking for new opportunities to help better the community members. Not being pigeonholed by investors. Source: Waller, W. W. and Hill, R. (1951) The Family, A Dynamic Interpretation, New York: Warner Books