As societal values evolve, so should business practices. Companies that align with changing social expectations by adopting ethical standards foster long-lasting, positive relationships with customers who share these values.

Adapting to Societal Changes 📈

Innovation isn’t limited to products; it extends to workplace practices and community support. Businesses that prioritize inclusivity and accessibility benefit from diverse perspectives, driving creativity and serving a broader audience.

Innovate for Social Inclusion 🌍

Employees thrive when they are part of a mission larger than themselves. Companies that value and encourage employee contributions toward social goals see higher engagement, creativity, and retention, fostering a motivated and inspired workplace.

Empowering Employees 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

Balancing social impact with financial growth is key to sustainable success. Profits generated with a purpose-driven strategy support long-term goals. By reinvesting in community initiatives, companies can ensure their growth contributes to positive change.

Balancing Purpose with Profits ⚖️

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) should be integral to a company’s purpose, not a side project. CSR initiatives that reflect core values create a positive impact internally and externally, nurturing a culture of contribution and reinforcing the company’s mission.

CSR as a Core Strategy 🏢

Modern consumers increasingly prioritize brands that reflect their personal ethics. Businesses that practice transparency, ethical sourcing, and social responsibility build customer trust and loyalty. This bond extends beyond products to a deeper connection with the brand’s mission.

Customers Seek Shared Values ❤️

Technology amplifies impact by enabling digital solutions that enhance accessibility, transparency, and efficiency. Digital tools allow companies to address social issues on a broader scale, positively influencing regions beyond their immediate reach and making global impact possible.

Using Technology for Social Good 💻

Leaders who prioritize ethical values over profit drive respect and loyalty in their organizations. Transparent, value-oriented leadership creates a company culture that reflects integrity and a shared mission, inspiring employees and consumers alike to invest in the brand’s goals.

Value-Based Leadership 🌟

Companies focused solely on short-term profits limit their growth potential. Prioritizing long-term goals enables companies to build a legacy, ensuring that their success continues to contribute positively to society.

Long-Term Vision Over Immediate Gains ⏳

A diverse and inclusive work environment encourages creativity and innovation, benefiting both the business and its surrounding community. Creating a culture that values diverse perspectives leads to richer solutions and more meaningful impact.

Cultivate an Inclusive Culture

Allowing employees to create social initiatives within the company fosters morale and engagement. When employees have a stake in social goals, they contribute personally and passionately, which strengthens the company’s impact.

Support Employee-Driven Initiatives 💡

Financial metrics alone don’t capture a company’s social value. Tracking social contributions and community impact alongside profits provides accountability and reinforces the mission-driven focus of the company.

Measure Impact Beyond Profits 📊

Sharing stories of social impact builds brand identity and attracts a like-minded audience. Stories inspire employees, customers, and partners to rally around the company’s mission and continue supporting its goals.

Inspire Through Storytelling 🎤

Emphasizing sustainability is essential for long-term success. Using eco-friendly materials, reducing waste, and implementing green technology help the planet and attract conscious consumers. Businesses that adopt sustainable practices can adapt more easily to future challenges and market demands.

Sustainable Business Practices ♻️

The ultimate goal of purpose-driven businesses is to leave a positive mark. By integrating purpose into every aspect of the business, companies create a legacy that inspires future generations and promotes a more sustainable, equitable world.

Building a Lasting Legacy 🌱

Trust is fundamental in business. Companies must cultivate transparency, fairness, and consistency to build trust with employees and customers. Trust can be difficult to rebuild once lost, so maintaining a trustworthy brand image is essential for long-term success.

Building Trust as an Asset

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Social Responsibility Drives Growth 🏆

Philanthropy should be embedded into the business strategy. Regularly contributing to social causes demonstrates a company’s commitment to improving society and reflects positively on the brand’s reputation and mission.

Philanthropy as a Business Practice 🕊️

Success goes beyond financial achievements; it’s about creating a meaningful impact. Companies that align business strategies with a mission to improve society develop stronger identities, attracting both dedicated customers and employees who share the company’s purpose.

Purpose Over Profit 🧭

Serving only shareholders is outdated; businesses now prioritize all stakeholders, including employees, customers, and the community. This approach views business as a platform for societal improvement, not merely profit.

Stakeholder Capitalism 🏛️

Creating Impact Through Purposeful Business 🌍💼

All across the globe, companies large and small are making a tremendous difference in the lives of others and, in turn, are enhancing employee performance, boosting morale, lowering turnover, and heightening brand recognition. In The Business of Changing the World, Marc Benioff and 19 other leaders share their corporate philanthropy secrets for the first time, revealing how any company can start their own program and reap enormous benefits. This inspiring collection of testimonies brings to light the need for community giving, the challenges of implementing a philanthropic initiative, and the qualities CEOs must possess in order to make their programs a success. Most important, it highlights the tremendous rewards society and businesses stand to earn. These are just a few of the extraordinary leaders you'll hear from: <ul> <li>Michael Dell explains how making a commitment to environmentally sustainable products isn't just the right thing to do-it makes good business sense</li> <li>Alan Hassenfeld, the chairman of Hasbro-a pioneer of the integrated corporation-shares why he believes he owes a “debt” to the children of the world and how Hasbro expanded its reach beyond the playroom</li> <li>UPS CEO Mike Eskew demonstrates how his company delivers on its legacy by adhering to a set of core values</li> <li>Timberland president and CEO Jeffrey Swartz tells how, by integrating social justice into its business model, the company represents the apex in innovation in CSR</li> <li>Michael Milken reveals how applying best business approaches to healthcare and education can have a positive impact on the U.S. economy</li> </ul> In The Business of Changing the World, these trailblazers reveal why your company can-and should-start making the world a better place.

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