A strong purpose not only guides a company through difficult times, but also serves as a catalyst for innovation, adaptability, and genuine connection to the community.
In the heart of the city, a small family business, dedicated to artisanal ice cream production, faced an unexpected challenge during the pandemic. With mobility restrictions, temporary closures and changes in consumer habits, its traditional business model was threatened. However, their clear purpose became the compass that led them through turbulent waters.
The company’s purpose was always clear: provide high quality and natural food, grown locally, respecting tradition and the environment. This deep commitment was not only a mission statement in their factories, but was ingrained in the company’s identity and shared by every team member. The founder played a fundamental role in each of his actions to convey his purpose.
When hardship struck, instead of giving in to uncertainty, the company stuck to its purpose. Creativity flourished as they began to explore new ways to reach customers. They leveraged technology to launch an online store and offer home delivery. Besides, They diversified their offer, adapting to the changing needs of the market.
Most notable was how their purpose influenced decision making. Instead of reducing the quality of their products to compensate for losses, they maintained their commitment to natural ingredients. This decision, backed by its purpose, strengthened the loyalty of its existing customers and attracted new consumers committed to similar values.
Purpose also guided his focus on community. Instead of closing down, they looked for ways to contribute to local well-being. They established partnerships with local farmers affected by the crisis, supporting them and promoting the idea that, by working together, they could overcome any challenge.
As the situation gradually improved, this SME had not only survived but also grown in several dimensions. Their clear purpose not only provided them with the necessary resilience, but also allowed them to emerge stronger and more aligned with their core values.
This example highlights how a strong purpose not only guides a company through difficult times, but also serves as a catalyst for innovation, adaptability, and genuine connection to the community. Today this company has just opened its first branch in Miami, which confirms that: “If we are clear about our purpose, we will have resilience in difficult times.”
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Source: Ambito
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