The Conscience Economy by Steven Overman Summary
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In "The Conscience Economy," Kodak CMO Steven Overman reveals why ethical business isn't just moral - it's profitable. As consumers increasingly vote with their wallets, companies embracing transparency and sustainability aren't just doing good - they're winning the future marketplace.
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The Conscience Revolution: When Profit Meets Purpose
Remember when making money was all that mattered in business? That world is rapidly disappearing. Driving through Florida's sprawling highways and strip malls - infrastructure built for convenience and immediate gratification - I can't help but notice how dramatically attitudes are shifting. A new generation is rejecting old norms, questioning everything from career paths to the value of money itself. They judge products not just by quality but by how they're made, forming loyalties based on positive social impact rather than traditional brand promises. Making a difference has shed its hippie image to become "totally badass" - the new status symbol. This shift isn't just happening in trendy urban hubs; it's a global phenomenon transforming business at its core. When Pope Francis becomes a social media sensation for his inclusivity and Bill Gates dedicates his fortune to solving global health challenges, something fundamental has changed: conscience has become cool. What we're witnessing isn't merely a trend but a fundamental reordering of assumptions about business. Today's entrepreneurs speak of doing well while doing good - a stark contrast to the "get rich quick" schemes of the dotcom era. In Soweto, a young entrepreneur named Mangaliso has created a "concept store" selling products that embody ubuntu - a Zulu philosophy meaning "human kindness through togetherness." His store functions as both a social and economic catalyst, expressing this profound idea that "I am me because of you."
The Forty-Year Awakening and Perfect Storm
The New Cultural Operating System
Brands as Belief Systems
Beyond CSR: Embedding Conscience in Business DNA
From Marketing to Matchmaking
Choosing Our Future: The Path Forward
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