In the words of Darden school of management professor and Conscious

Capitalism, Inc trustee Ed Freeman,

“We need red blood cells to live (the same way a business needs profits to

live), but the purpose of life is more than to make red blood cells (the same

way the purpose of business is more than simply to generate profits).” 

While making money is essential for the vitality and sustainability of a business, it is not the only or even the most important reason a business exists. Conscious businesses focus on their purpose beyond profit.

We all need meaning and purpose in our lives. It is one of the things that separates us from other animals. Purpose activates us and motivates us.  It moves us to get up in the morning, sustains us when times get tough and serves as a guiding star when we stray off course.  Conscious Businesses provide us with this sense of meaning and purpose.

By focusing on its deeper Purpose, a conscious business inspires, engages and energizes its stakeholders. Employees, customers and others trust and even love companies that have an inspiring purpose.