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People, planet, profit – show you care
Showing that you care about your local community is a great boost for business.
Business today is not just about profit –although that’s very important, of course. It’s also about being socially responsible and creating sustainable practices so that your customers, investors and society at large will see you in a positive light.
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It’s also proven that employees are drawn to work for businesses with a good public image, and getting actively involved in good causes is great for workplace morale. Encourage your employees to come up with great ideas for socially responsible initiatives, and make sure they are involved every step of the way.
Adopting corporate social responsibility is a win-win in every way: not only does it have a positive impact on the workplace, it’s brilliant for your brand because it attracts customer trust and respect.
Your business can demonstrate corporate social responsibility in lots of different ways: by raising money for charity, supporting the environment, championing good causes, and even creating good, transparent working conditions.
There’s no ‘right way’ to be a good corporate citizen … so why not start local, build community trust and add lasting value. The rewards are huge!