In a distributed economy, everyone has a say in how things are done. Instead of one person (like a boss) or a company having control over everything, lots of different people and groups get to do things their own way and work together to make things work. For example, if you wanted to start a business, instead of just relying on your own money, you could partner up with family, friends, and other businesses to get the resources and funding you need. This means everyone involved gets a piece of the pie, and everyone involved has a say in how the business is run.