Stories from the Community
The “Superpower” of Benefit Corporations (Yes, there is one.)
Within this group of thousands of small businesses, you’ll find a large number who describe themselves as purpose-driven companies. They believe in enhancing the local community where they live and work. This is especially true with those small businesses that have committed to the triple bottom line of “people, planet profit” and have incorporated and certified as a Benefit Corporation.
Listening to ALL Voices: How To Build an Authentic Community
Every day, we talk to small businesses and non-profits about Conscientious Leadership. It’s all about understanding our responsibility towards people and planet and the importance of practicing humility and authenticity in the workplace.
And almost without exception, these leaders get it. It’s like preaching to the choir.
Which makes us feel hopeful.
When we gather with these colleagues, CEOs, Board Members and Executive Directors, we discuss the pressing topics of the day and what we're working on. Climate change. Purpose-driven businesses. And social justice issues, to name just a few. Clearly, these important matters resonates with them.
But it was a comment at the end of one recent discussion that really brought things home to us. Or should we say one word.