Sometimes, even when you believe you have committed yourself to doing better, your actions don’t meet your intentions. So, even if your company has what appears to be a strong and effective statement on the environment, sustainability and governance, it’s worth periodically reviewing whether you are actually living your stated values.
Have you become seduced by value extraction?
Creating societal value can be a struggle when you feel pressure from the bottom line, or shareholders are demanding more payouts.
It is important to remember that short-term gains like these often have longer-term effects, including a corrosive effect on company culture. Such shallow thinking can stifle the innovation needed to create real value.
Are you deceiving yourself?
You may be…