You CAN give your company a clear sense of purpose that keeps you focused, inspires your employees and attracts customers.
Why?
If you look at your business in a wider context you will see the full contribution you make to society, and how you can differentiate yourself from your competitors.
Having a clear purpose helps you convince the world that it is richer with you than without you, which in turn helps build your reputation.
A business that knows why it exists, instead of just what it produces, can take a long term view, spot risks and seize opportunities.
Extra benefit to your company
Being clear about why you are in business makes it easier to attract customers and investors.
If employees share the vision of your company, they will be more motivated in their work.
Having a purpose keeps you focused on what's important and stops you getting sidetracked.
If you know why you are in business it's easier to create a focused marketing strategy.
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