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“Money should never be separated from values. Detached from values it may indeed be the root of all evil. Linked effectively to social purpose it can be the root of opportunity.” quote by Rosabeth Moss Kanter
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“Money should never be separated from values. Detached from values it may indeed be the root of all evil. Linked effectively to social purpose it can be the root of opportunity.”

Rosabeth Moss Kanter

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Source Book: The Change Masters, 1983

Values must guide money; without them, wealth becomes harmful, but aligned with purpose, it creates opportunities.

In simple terms: Money needs values to be good.

Key Takeaway

Align financial decisions with clear values.

Themes

finance values purpose

Mood

thoughtful optimistic

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • budget planning
  • investment decisions
  • business strategy
  • philanthropy

Key Concepts

ethical finance social impact corporate responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What core values will you tie to your financial goals?
  • How can you measure the social impact of your investments?
A Different Perspective

Values can be vague, making alignment difficult.

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