Emma Henderson on Unsplash In today’s world, businesses do not operate in isolation. Every decision, every action, and every interaction sends ripples through networks that extend far beyond our immediate teams. Understanding that we are part of a living ecosystem helps us, not only survive but thrive. A regenerative business doesn’t just aim to generate profit; it considers the broader impact of its operations on people, communities, and the planet. It understands that cultu

Brandan Church on Unsplash There’s a common belief in business that you must choose: focus on profit, or focus on purpose. But this is a false dichotomy — and it’s one that holds organisations back. In my work, I see again and again that when purpose is treated as a strategic asset rather than a “nice-to-have,” businesses not only perform better financially — they create richer cultures, stronger relationships, and far more resilient systems. This is the ripple effect in acti

There is a paradox at the heart of modern leadership. We are operating in an era obsessed with dashboards, performance metrics and KPIs — yet some of the most meaningful forces that shape a regenerative business can’t be plotted on a spreadsheet. The quiet choices we make — how we greet one another, how we listen, how we respond under pressure — create ripples that influence culture far more profoundly than any policy statement ever could. And yet, they rarely show up on a pe

Jon Tyson on Unsplash For decades, we’ve been trained to admire the lone genius, the standout performer, the person who “made it” against all odds. Our systems — from school to corporate leadership programmes — have rewarded individual achievement over collective contribution. But as David Attenborough so powerfully reminds us, “Self-interest is of the past. Common interest is for the future.” In a world facing complex challenges that no single leader or department can solve

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