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10 reasons why my business gives. By Sean Coetzee, Woodsmoke, Inc.

Submitted by Sharna on Sunday, 31 January 2010No Comment

1. True fulfillment comes from incorporating giving into everything you do.

2. As soon as we take the focus off our business or ourselves for a minute and do something for someone else – many problems disappear.

3. In every major religion, giving is one of the key laws to living a happy life.

4. There’s no better feeling on the planet than seeing someones else’s life improve from your efforts.

5. When your business does something that truly gives back the world watches and wants to help. This I guarantee you. I’ve tested it out.

6. Your business cards are printed for free. Ask your printer!

7. Life has a funny way of giving you more the more you give.

8. You obtain the occasional tax break.

9. PR is easier to come by because it is true and it is real.

10. Giving back has been proven to help cure depression.

Sean Coetzee is President of Woodsmoke, Inc., an online boutique that says “Buy Africa. Support Africa.” Woodsmoke sells African coffee, textiles, jewelry and more. 5% of every sale from a Woodsmoke purchase goes to educating children in Africa. “That’s what brings meaning to my life and this business,” says Sean Coetzee, Founder Woodsmoke

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