Contribution Quote by Henry Mintzberg
“Corporations are economic entities, to be sure, but they are also social institutions that must justify their existence by their overall contribution to society.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Rise and Fall of Strategic Planning, 1994
Corporations must prove their societal value, not just economic profit, to justify existence.
In simple terms: Businesses need social contribution beyond profit.
Align profit with social impact.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- CSR reports
- social enterprises
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can profit and purpose coexist?
- What metrics reveal true societal contribution?
May underestimate profit‑driven motives.