What sex, soap and alcohol taught me about making an impact | Myriam Sidibe
TED Talks Daily
2025/08/22
What sex, soap and alcohol taught me about making an impact | Myriam Sidibe
What sex, soap and alcohol taught me about making an impact | Myriam Sidibe

TED Talks Daily
2025/08/22
What if the key to business growth wasn't just about profits, but about purpose? In a world where consumers demand more from brands, one public health expert reveals how companies can thrive by solving real human problems.
Myriam Sidibe makes the case that businesses can achieve lasting success by integrating societal impact into their core strategies. She highlights how Lifebuoy transformed its mission from selling soap to promoting global handwashing, reaching one billion people and boosting profitability. Other brands, like Carling Black Label and initiatives such as Fatima, an AI voice for girls, show how addressing social issues—from toxic masculinity to period stigma—can drive both change and loyalty. The podcast emphasizes that long-term impact requires more than marketing; it demands authentic, mission-driven leadership. Sidibe calls on individuals to become 'chief mission officers,' embedding ethical purpose into every business decision. When companies align with societal needs, they don’t just do good—they perform better.
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Changing one billion behaviors proved societal impact can make a billion-dollar brand.
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Fatima, an AI-built voice, represents girls facing period-related issues to drive social change
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Brands can drive dignity and change when dealing with difficult issues ethically