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Defining Your Purpose
 You win when everyone knows your purpose
Whats the Point  Living Proof  How to do it
 Is there a point?

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.

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  • 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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