Business Quote by Muhammad Yunus
“I am proposing to create another kind of business, based on "selflessness" that is in all of us. I am calling it social business.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Social Business and the New World of Capitalism, Muhammad Yunus, 2010
He suggests a business model driven by altruism, leveraging inherent human selflessness to serve society.
In simple terms: Business based on altruism.
Key Takeaway
Create ventures that prioritize social impact.
Themes
social entrepreneurship
altruism
impact
sustainability
innovation
Mood
inspired
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community development
- microfinance
- social enterprises
- non‑profit partnerships
Key Concepts
social value creation
shared prosperity
ethical profit
Questions to Reflect On
- How can profit motives align with selflessness?
- What incentives motivate altruistic entrepreneurs?
A Different Perspective
May struggle to attract traditional investors focused on profit.
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