Hello CCSD Community

Here is our bi-weekly Conscious Capitalism content share. We hope you find it informative and inspirational. Hope everyone affected by the Southern California fires are safe. HERE and HERE are some ideas on how to support those in need. 

In the news

This recent Economist article further supports the trend that people are seriously investing in responsible companies. Millennials are at the helm of this. A Morgan Stanley study shows that 75% of millennials agreed that their investments could influence climate change. This pressure and demand is being felt elsewhere as well. Read more HERE.   

Impact

One of the first known business how-to books was written in 1458. Written by an Italian merchant, The Book of the Art of Trade, received its first English translation. When you read his advice, you will notice his focus on ethics and values, not profits. We can likely learn a lot from our Renaissance business counterparts.  

Informative Read/View

What does a former lawyer and chocolate have in common? They are both part of the story of Meaningful Work: A Quest to Do Great Business,Find Your Calling, and Feed Your Soul. The Founder of Askinosie Chocolate shares visioning tools to create a work life that is inspired and fulfilling.