This quote expresses a dual purpose for business: while profit is essential, a deeper, equally important goal is to contribute positively to the world. It suggests that true success involves both financial gain and social impact.
Quote by Jack Ma: “We are here to make money, but we are here to make society better.”
We are here to make money, but we are here to make society better.
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At the Bloomberg Global Business Forum, Jack Ma often articulated Alibaba's mission, which always stressed a balance between commercial success and social responsibility, aiming to empower small businesses and consumers.
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Chinese business magnate, investor, and philanthropist. He is the co-founder and former executive chairman of Alibaba Group, a multinational technology conglomerate. Ma is a global ambassador for Chinese business and a prominent figure in the tech industry.
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