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# Quakers and Business

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- [Blogs](https://qandb.org/blog/) - Explore our blogs for insights on ethical business, Quaker principles, and servant leadership. Discover how to foster workplace well-being, diversity and equity
- [Conflict - a cause for constructive, caring communication](https://qandb.org/post-1/) - November 4, 2024 Learn how to transform conflict from a negative experience into an opportunity for growth.
- [Quaker decision-making as a form of worship](https://qandb.org/quaker-decision-making-as-a-form-of-worship/) - December 12, 2024 Discover how Quakers view decision-making not just as a business process, but as a form of worship.
- [An introduction to Quaker decision-making](https://qandb.org/quaker-decision-intro/) - Quaker decision-making is a unique process based on consensus, spiritual discernment, and a search for unity.
- [The beauty of opposition: Understanding the need to automatically oppose](https://qandb.org/the-beauty-of-opposition-understanding-the-need-to-automatically-oppose/) - December 14, 2024 Opposition is a natural and necessary part of change, growth, and progress. Understand this in both personal and professional life.
- [Servant Leadership: A Quaker's enduring vision for the world of business](https://qandb.org/servant-leadership-a-quakers-enduring-vision-for-the-world-of-business/) - May 20, 2025 The enduring vision of servant leadership, through a Quaker lens, can transform business by prioritising integrity, community, and service.
- [Quaker business history and values: How faith shaped industry](https://qandb.org/quaker-business-history-and-values-how-faith-shaped-industry/) - May 19, 2025 Quaker businesses have a rich history of enduring values. Learn how Quaker principles have influenced industries for centuries.
- [Can your business be ethical and profitable?](https://qandb.org/can-your-business-be-ethical-and-profitable/) - July 3, 2025 Building an ethical business which is also profitable requires key strategies. How to create a positive impact plus achieve financial success.
- [For Quakers, nature is not just a backdrop to life](https://qandb.org/elementor-2666/) - December 17, 2024 Quaker values and the natural world share a profound connection. Nature is a source of spiritual wisdom, reflection, and community.
- [Welcome to Quakers and Business!](https://qandb.org/welcome-to-quakers-and-business/) - May 20, 2025 The Quakers approach to business and ethics applies core values of integrity, equality, and social responsibility to the world of commerce today.
- [Cultivating change: inspiration from Grundtvig's vision, as detailed by Greenleaf](https://qandb.org/cultivating-change-inspiration-from-grundtvigs-vision-as-detailed-by-greenleaf/) - May 20, 2025 Grundtvig's vision inspires meaningful change which can be interpretated through the modern method of servant leadership. Don't get left behind.
- [Why financial education in schools can't wait: The funding failure that needs fixing](https://qandb.org/financial-education-in-schools/) - July 5, 2025 Financial education in schools is essential for equality, there is money for it and yet is being ignored - who is accountable!
- [Practical personal behaviour in Quaker decision-making](https://qandb.org/practical-personal-behaviour-in-quaker-decision-making/) - December 12, 2024 Quaker decision-making requires practical personal behaviours. Contribute to a process that values listening, respect, and collective wisdom.

## Pages

- [Home](https://qandb.org/) - A network for those who believe in ethical business and workplace values. Learn about Quaker business principles and join our community.
- [Subscribe](https://qandb.org/subscribe/) - Payment through your bank It's much appreciated if you pay through your bank rather than by card, since we save 2% in fees. Our bank details are:Account name: Quakers and Business GroupSort code: 16-58-10Account number: 20552971 Amount: £25 But if you prefer to pay by card, here is the link:- Powered by
- [Charity Management](https://qandb.org/charity-management/) - Learn about our charity's governance and management. Our transparent approach uses the Quaker business method to give all members a voice in decision-making
- [Publications](https://qandb.org/good-business-quaker-style/) - Our Publications Our publications, articles and blogs exploring ethical dilemmas in business, how to be ethical and profitable, the Quaker business method of reaching decisions, our popular book ‘Good Business’. Good Business: Ethics at Work A publication that addresses the ethical issues that we all face in business and our working lives. The Quaker Business
- [Contact](https://qandb.org/contact/) - Contact the Quakers & Business Group to learn more about our mission or for support with ethical business dilemmas. We welcome your questions.
- [About](https://qandb.org/about/) - Learn about the Quakers and Business Group's mission to promote ethical business practices and how we champion integrity, equality, and community engagement.
- [Stories](https://qandb.org/stories/) - Practising Quakerism A man walks into a supermarket to buy frozen croissants. He scours the frozen food section without finding them. He sees an attendant. “Hey! You there, where are the frozen croissants?” He yells. “I’ll show you.” The attendant politely replies. When they reach the cabinet where the frozen bakeries are usually found, no
- [Practical Projects](https://qandb.org/practical-projects/) - Learn about our practical projects and initiatives that apply Quaker principles to real-world business challenges and make a positive impact.
- [Privacy Policy](https://qandb.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Last updated: October 23, 2025 This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using
- [Join](https://qandb.org/join/) - Apply Quaker business principles and integrity to your work. Join our network committed to ethical business, social responsibility, and workplace values.
- [Publication: Good Business: Ethics at Work](https://qandb.org/publication-good-business-ethics-at-work/) - Publication: Good Business: Ethics at Work A publication that addresses the ethical issues that we all face in business and our working lives. Our main publication is the the ‘Good Business: Ethics at Work’ book. You can read the book online using the sections below. The book is available for download in several different languages or purchased in printed format.
- [Quaker Credit Union Project](https://qandb.org/quaker-credit-union-project/) - Discover the Quaker Credit Union Project. This initiative aims to provide ethical financial services based on our core values and principles.
- [Donate](https://qandb.org/donate/) - Support the Quakers & Business Group's mission to promote integrity and ethics in the workplace. Your donation helps us continue our work.
- [The Quaker Business Method](https://qandb.org/the-quaker-business-method/) - The Quaker Business Method is a way of organising and conducting business meetings. The Quaker Business Method is a way of organising and conducting business meetings used extensively in the Religious Society of Friends to run meetings, large and small. The method has been in use for over 350 years and helps reach decisions that
- [Academic Research](https://qandb.org/academic-research/) - Access a range of academic research on Quaker business principles, social enterprises, and ethical commerce.
- [Good Business: Ethics at Work](https://qandb.org/good-business-ethics-at-work/) - A guide to running an ethical business based on Quaker priniciples. Download the full publication for insights on leadership, finance, and community.
- [A Good Thing](https://qandb.org/a-good-thing/) - We are a Quaker-recognised charity promoting ethical business principles, workplace values, and the modern contributions of Quaker organisations
- [Restoring Relations](https://qandb.org/restoring-relations/) - Learn how to navigate and restore relations in the workplace with Quaker principles of empathy, understanding, and reconciliation.
- [Discussion of Ethical Dilemmas, One-to-one Support](https://qandb.org/spiritual-accompaniment-coaching-and-mentoring/) - Our programmes offer spiritual accompaniment, coaching, and mentoring to help you navigate ethical dilemmas in your professional life.
- [Facing the ethical challenges of the New Workplace](https://qandb.org/facing-the-ethical-challenges-of-the-new-workplace/) - The modern workplace has new ethical challenges. Learn how to navigate these complexities with Quaker principles for a more just environment.
- [Can Your Business Be Ethical and Profitable?](https://qandb.org/can-your-business-be-ethical-and-profitable/) - Is it possible for your business to be ethical and profitable? We explore how to create a positive impact while achieving financial success.
- [On getting it wrong](https://qandb.org/on-getting-it-wrong/) - We all make mistakes, but what do we learn from them? Read our insights on why "getting it wrong" can be a valuable experience for growth.
- [Statement of Business Principles](https://qandb.org/statement-of-business-principles-2/) - Read our statements of business principles for a more ethical approach to commerce. We believe in transparency, honesty, and accountability in all actions.
- [Use your Quaker voice in achieving a sustainable business: Action Zero](https://qandb.org/use-your-quaker-voice-in-achieving-a-sustainable-business-action-zero/) - Learn how to use your Quaker voice to achieve a sustainable business and meet climate goals. Be a part of the Action Zero initiative.
- [Kindness - a defining characteristic of humanity](https://qandb.org/kindness-a-defining-characteristic-of-humanity/) - Kindness is a defining characteristic of humanity. Learn why this simple act can have a profound impact in both your personal and professional life.
- [Film: Hostile Work Environment](https://qandb.org/film-hostile-work-environment/) - Explore the issue of hostile work environments in our short film. Understand the impact on employees and how to create a positive workplace culture.
- [Quaker Methods for Decision Making](https://qandb.org/quaker-methods-for-decision-making/) - Quaker methods for decision-making The Quaker Business Method of conducting meetings for business and arriving at decisions is quite different from that of most businesses. The primary objective is to seek unity in decisions: to find a way forward that is acceptable to all present. This is not so easy to do, especially when the
- [Balancing Vision with Practice](https://qandb.org/balancing-vision-with-practice/) - Translate your ethical vision into action. Explore principles of leadership, decision-making, and ethical management to build a thriving, respectful, and sustainable business.
- [1. Truth and Integrity](https://qandb.org/1-truth-and-integrity/) - Explore the Quaker business principle of "Truth & Integrity". Learn about honesty, transparency, and how these values lead to ethical business practices.
- [Buy a print version from Q&B](https://qandb.org/buy-a-print-version-from-qb/) - Purchase the Good Business Guide, a resource on Quaker principles. Learn how to build an ethical business with purpose, integrity, and sustainability
- [5. The Light Within](https://qandb.org/5-the-light-within/) - Explore the Quaker principle of "The Light Within". Learn how courage and integrity guide workplace values and ethical business decisions.
- [3. Simplicity](https://qandb.org/3-simplicity/) - Explore the Quaker tradition of simplicity in business. Learn how living simply addresses ethical issues like sustainable business practices
- [Money Matters](https://qandb.org/money-matters/) - Money Matters Money is a complex commodity. Our use of money has the power to do great good or great evil. It should be remembered that money has extremely powerful, symbolic and psychological connotations and implications that can lead people to behave unexpectedly. In business, money should be used like any other tool – to
- [Member Directory](https://qandb.org/member-directory/)
- [Listen to 'Good Business: Ethics at Work'](https://qandb.org/listen-to-good-business-ethics-at-work/) - Listen to Good Business: Ethics at Work An audio version of our ethical guidance. Good Business 1. Title and Acknowledgements 2. Introduction 3. Contents 4. Quaker Methods for Decision Making 5.Conduct of Business 6. Money Matters 7. Working with People 8. The Community 9. Unethical Business Practices 10. Balancing Vision with Practice 11. Technology
- [Hostile work environment video and exercises](https://qandb.org/hostile-work-environment-video-and-exercises/) - Guided discussions, questions and exercises to accompany the video This video was commissioned by Quakers and Business as part of its Making Values Visible video seminars. It is designed to be watched by a group of people exploring ethical challenges in the modern work place including bullying, toxic relationships and power structures. Hostile work environment video and
- [Good Business: Quaker Testimonies](https://qandb.org/good-business-quaker-testimonies/) - Good business: Quaker testimonies Quakers live in accordance with four core principles: Honesty and integrity, Simplicity, Equality and Peace. These principles are often referred to as testimonies, that is, principles put into action. 1. Honesty and integrity Advice The most important word to remember in all business dealings is ‘integrity’. Integrity is essential to developing
- [Good Business: Introduction](https://qandb.org/good-business-introduction/) - Good business: Introduction Since the 18th century, in the UK, businesses owned and run by Quakers have earned a reputation for trust, integrity, fair trading, care of their employees and betterment of the local community and society at large. With trust based on the quality of goods and service, and an honest and straightforward approach to
- [Good Business: Contents](https://qandb.org/good-business-contents/) - Introduction to good business Quaker Methods for Decision Making The use of silenceConduct of business meetingsMeeting for clearness Quaker Testimonies 1. Honesty and integrity2. Simplicity3. Equality4. Peace Conduct of Business 5. Business and profit6. Uncertainty and risk7. Responsibilities of directors and managers8. Obligation to shareholders and investors9. Ethical trade10. Environmental responsibility11. Health and safety12. Quality
- [Get involved](https://qandb.org/get-involved/) - Get Involved Volunteering opportunities at Quakers and Business Quakers and Business is a membership group and all work is undertaken voluntarily by enthusiastic members.If you are interested in applying for any of these roles then please contact our membership secretary membership@qandb.org. Please tell us a bit about yourself, why you are interested in the role
- [Further reading about Quakers and ethics in business](https://qandb.org/further-reading-about-quakers-and-ethics-in-business/) - Further reading about Quakers and ethics in business A list of books and websites Would you like to know more about Quaker business, its history, and Quakers in general? Here are some sources of information: Books – Quaker Business Good Business: Ethics at Work – Quakers and Business Group – 2014Quakernomics: An ethical capitalism – Mike King
- [Download Principles](https://qandb.org/download-principles/) - Download our Quaker Business Principles as free PDFs in a range of languages, including English, French, German Spanish, and more.
- [Action Based Decision Making - by Duncan Wallace](https://qandb.org/action-based-decision-making-by-duncan-wallace/) - Learn how to participate in a Quaker Business meeting. Discover key principles like collective listening, integrity in decision making, and seeking unity.
- [4. Peace](https://qandb.org/4-peace/) - Explore the Quaker business principles of Peace. Learn how non-violence and kindness guide ethical decisions and a sustainable business approach.
- [2. Justice, equality and community](https://qandb.org/2-justice-equality-and-community/) - Explore the Quaker principle of "Justice, Equality, and Community". Discover how to foster non-hierarchical working, social equity, and servant leadership.
- [Decision Making 'In the Manner of Friends' - by David Boulton](https://qandb.org/decision-making-in-the-manner-of-friends-by-david-boulton/) - David Boulton reports on an experiment in exporting Quaker decision-making to other communities. Decision-making 'In the Manner of Friends' This article was originally published in The Friend (3rd October 2014). Is our much treasured method of deciding business ‘in the manner of Friends’ exclusive to our Society? Does it only work for Quakers, or is
- [Cookies Policy for Quakers and Business](https://qandb.org/cookies-policy-for-quakers-and-business/) - Cookies policy for Quakers and Business Last updated: July 21, 2024 This Cookies Policy explains what Cookies are and how We use them. You should read this policy so You can understand what type of cookies We use, or the information We collect using Cookies and how that information is used. This Cookies Policy has
- [Conduct of Business](https://qandb.org/conduct-of-business/) - Conduct of business We are all stewards accountable for our use of time, people, money and natural resources. A good steward seeks the right balance between caution and risk-taking; conservatism and innovation; leading and following; stimulating and supporting. Good business is the way we in business serve the social and economic community, whether individually or
- [The Quaker Business Method](https://qandb.org/the-quaker-business-method-2/) - The Quaker Business Method by Roland Carn – The purpose of this review was to find clear, detailed description of the QBM, and how it works Abstract The Quaker Business Method (QBM) refers to the way that Quakers have conducted their church government for 360 years. The literature is explored and segmented into thirteen overlapping
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- [No Access](https://qandb.org/no-access/)
- [Videos: The Quaker Business Method - Peter Cheng](https://qandb.org/videos-the-quaker-business-method-peter-cheng/) - A Quakers and Business Seminar led by Peter Cheng hosted by Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP.
- [The Friends’ decision-making process – a hidden gem? by Nicolas Burton](https://qandb.org/the-friends-decision-making-process-a-hidden-gem-by-nicolas-burton/) - A collaborative method of decision-making for today’s increasingly complex business organisations. This article by Nicolas Burton, Academic Research Working Group Convenor, was first published in The Kingdom at Work Project Bulletin 8 (July 2016), which focused on spirituality in the workplace. The Society of Friends (Quakers) has a long tradition in the world of business. In this
- [Technology](https://qandb.org/technology/) - Any modern organization has technology at its core. Most organisations depend on email, shared calendars, shared files and increasingly social media. The pace of technological change is breath-taking and the impacts are global. Business owners constantly need to revisit their basic approaches to business operations, and this has only accelerated with the Internet. Being aware
- [Unethical Business Practices](https://qandb.org/unethical-business-practices/) - Many people in business have at one time or another been confronted with unethical business practices. These practices have helped to give business a bad reputation. How we respond to these situations can involve having to make difficult decisions, even to the point of blowing the whistle and bringing the matter to the attention of
- [The Community](https://qandb.org/the-community/) - A business is involved in communities at many levels. First of all companies must build a thriving community within their organisation. At the next level a company is involved in the larger community, including suppliers, customers, governments and others. At the highest level companies, regardless of size, are involved in the global economy. The world
- [Working with People](https://qandb.org/working-with-people/) - Consider that in your professional life you are engaged, with others, in a journey of development – practically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. Treat other people in the way in which you would like to be treated. Remember that people have different values and that you might be dealing with people from a culture that is
- [Sign up for Newsletter](https://qandb.org/sign-up-for-newsletter/) - If you would just like to be kept informed about our work, please fill in this form to receive our newsletters Name Email SubmitThe form has been submitted successfully!There has been some error while submitting the form. Please verify all form fields again.
- [Quakers and Business Group (Q&B) Privacy Policy](https://qandb.org/quakers-and-business-group-qb-privacy-policy/) - Quakers and Business Group (Q&B) Privacy Policy July 2024 – Version 4.0 Quakers and Business Group is registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, No: 1157008, at 18 Longford Road West, Stockport SK5 6ET.. We are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, No: ZA125677, and we act as a data controller when we collect personal data from
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