Overview Episode 115

In this episode 115 of “Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life,” we kick off our season 10 “Leaders on a Mission” series with Christopher Marquis, Sinyi Professor at the University of Cambridge Judge School of Business and author of the book “The Profiteers: How Business Privatises Profits and Socialises Costs.”

Chris shares his journey from childhood ambitions to becoming a leading critic of corporate practices that harm society. We explore his insights on creating responsible and regenerative business models and the role of leadership in driving systemic change.

What you’ll learn from this episode:

  • Chris’s journey to becoming a professor at Cambridge and how he ended up focusing on mission-oriented companies
  • The tactics companies use to shift responsibility to consumers, such as promoting recycling despite its inefficacy.
  • The influence of his students in shaping his views on responsible business practices.
  • Examples of companies like Grove Collaborative and Patagonia adopting regenerative business models.
  • The systemic barriers and constraints that prevent many companies from adopting responsible practices.
  • The critique of the idea that doing good always leads to doing well.
  • The importance of policy changes and systemic support for regenerative practices.
  • The need for businesses to move beyond sustainability to actively give back to the environment and society.
  • Insights on income inequality, poverty, and environmental degradation caused by corporate practices.
  • Chris’s advice on living a meaningful life and supporting companies that engage in ethical and sustainable practices.

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