Many business leaders are seeing the relationship between long
Many business leaders are seeing the relationship between long term success and sustainability, and that's very heartening.
The words of Jacqueline Novogratz—“Many business leaders are seeing the relationship between long term success and sustainability, and that’s very heartening”—are a reflection of wisdom that the ancients themselves would have honored. They remind us that prosperity, if it is to endure, must be rooted not in fleeting gain but in balance with the earth, the people, and the future.
In the old teachings, the measure of a wise ruler was not in the riches amassed, but in the sustainability of their reign—how the land continued to yield, how the people continued to flourish, and how the generations to come inherited strength rather than ruin. So too, Novogratz speaks of success not as a prize of the moment, but as a legacy that endures through time because it is aligned with care and foresight.
The awakening of business leaders to this truth is significant, for commerce has often been swayed by the temptations of immediacy. Yet when the eyes of those with power turn toward balance and responsibility, it signals a turning of the age. What once was dismissed as idealism becomes understood as the very foundation of lasting prosperity.
The relationship between success and sustainability is like the bond between tree and soil. Without the soil’s nourishment, the tree withers; without the tree’s roots, the soil erodes. So it is with human endeavor—when profit is divorced from preservation, both shall perish. But when they are united, each strengthens the other, ensuring endurance beyond the present moment.
Let this teaching endure: true success is not measured in years but in generations. The heart is lifted when those who guide the great engines of commerce awaken to this eternal wisdom. For in binding ambition to sustainability, humanity chooses not only wealth but survival, not only gain but harmony. And this, above all, is the legacy worth striving for.
THTuan Huy
It’s promising to see that sustainability is becoming a key factor in long-term business success, as Novogratz mentions. But can this shift happen quickly enough to address the pressing environmental and social issues we face today? Is the focus on sustainability enough, or do we need deeper systemic changes in the way businesses operate to truly see the impact on both profit and planet?
TDnguyen tien dat
Novogratz’s statement gives hope for the future, especially as more business leaders recognize the importance of sustainability. But I wonder if some companies are merely paying lip service to sustainability for marketing purposes, rather than fully integrating it into their operations. How can we ensure that sustainability is not just a buzzword but a core value that drives true, long-term success?
KTNguyen Thi Kieu Trang
It’s great to hear that more business leaders are recognizing the link between long-term success and sustainability. However, I wonder—how do businesses balance sustainability with immediate financial pressures? Can smaller companies, with fewer resources, compete in a market that increasingly values sustainability, or is this shift more beneficial for larger corporations with greater capacity for change?
LHlinh ha
Jacqueline Novogratz’s comment is truly encouraging because it highlights the growing recognition of sustainability in business. I think the shift towards understanding the connection between long-term success and sustainability is essential, but can businesses truly integrate sustainability in every aspect of their operations? Is there still a resistance from companies that prioritize short-term profits over sustainable practices, or are we seeing a genuine change in mindset across industries?