A good thing Quote by Andrew Young
“Profits should be for a purpose. Profits should be productive. You should make money for producing benefits that make the world a better place. Making money is a good thing when it is made in service to humanity or the democracy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address on social entrepreneurship, 1995
Profits are valuable when they serve a higher purpose, creating societal benefit rather than mere wealth accumulation.
In simple terms: Money is good when it helps people.
Key Takeaway
Align profit with purpose.
Themes
purpose
profit
social impact
ethics
entrepreneurship
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social enterprises
- non‑profits
- impact investing
- ethical startups
- community projects
Key Concepts
Stakeholder theory
shared value
corporate responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure the social return of your profits?
- What purpose drives your business decisions?
A Different Perspective
Profit alone can incentivize short‑term gain over long‑term good.
