Michael Porter: The case for letting business solve social problems

The video discusses the global awareness of social problems and the challenges in addressing them. It highlights the role of business in creating resources and solving social issues through profit, emphasizing the concept of shared value. The speaker argues that business can be a powerful force for social change when it collaborates with NGOs and governments, creating scalable solutions to pressing problems.

What are some of the serious problems facing the world today?

Why is there a perception that business is part of the problem in addressing social issues?

What has been the traditional view of how to solve social problems?

What is the fundamental problem identified in dealing with social issues?

How does business create resources necessary to address social challenges?

In what ways can businesses effectively address social problems?

What examples of companies successfully addressing social issues were mentioned?

What is meant by 'shared value' in the context of business and social issues?

What role do NGOs and government play in the context of business addressing social issues?

How can changing the perception of business lead to better solutions for social problems?