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Big business Quote by Stephen M.R. Covey

“The success of big business and the well-being of the world have never been more closely linked. Global issues cannot be removed from the business world because business has only one world in which to operate. Businesses cannot succeed in societies that fail. —JORMA OLLILA, CHAIRMAN AND CEO, NOKIA” quote by Stephen M.R. Covey
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““The success of big business and the well-being of the world have never been more closely linked. Global issues cannot be removed from the business world because business has only one world in which to operate. Businesses cannot succeed in societies that fail. —JORMA OLLILA, CHAIRMAN AND CEO, NOKIA””

Stephen M.R. Covey

About This Quote

Source Speech: Nokia Leadership Forum, 2021, Stephen M.R. Covey, 2021

Business success and global well‑being are interdependent; societal health is essential for corporate prosperity.

In simple terms: Business thrives when societies thrive.

Key Takeaway

Support societal health to ensure business success.

Themes

sustainability corporate responsibility global interdependence leadership

Mood

concerned optimistic strategic

Type

thought‑provoking inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • corporate strategy
  • community development
  • investment decisions

Key Concepts

economics social impact ethical business

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can companies measure societal impact?
  • What policies best align business and global health?
A Different Perspective

Balancing profit and social good can be challenging.

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