Is the profit versus purpose debate past its use by date?

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Perspective
March 01, 2023

Creativebrief shares perspective from our co-founder, Abb-d Taiyo, on why the 'purpose vs. profit' debate is outdated, moving from binary to more of an intentional and impact-driven default.

Is the profit versus purpose debate past its use by date?

We've observed an industry shift in the profit and purpose paradigm – motivating progress over cashing-in has become less of a binary debate, and more of an intentional and impact-driven default.

Both emerging and established businesses are increasingly rejecting performative and profit-led action in favour of authentic change and creative innovation, with triple bottom line thinking becoming a mainstream standard rather than a sidelined opt-in or opt-out. We’re treating profit, people, and the planet as equal and independent stakeholders in their own right, and for good reason.

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