How often do you hear someone say that individual people can’t change the world? I was reminded this week about how that is simply not true. We all have it in our power to make change happen in our own way. I needed to buy a new toothbrush, and being conscious about being kind to the planet, I wanted to find one that was sustainable, vegan, and not made of plastic. (Did you know that 3.6 billion plastic toothbrushes are produced every year? Shockingly, the majority of these end up in oceans and landfills.) I came across The Humble Co. a socially conscious business in Sweden, led by a passion-driven dentist, which is leading a small revolution in personal care products. The Humble brushes are 100% biodegradable and made from bamboo; the packaging is recyclable; and the company supports a global children’s oral care programme through its Humble Smile Foundation. It is a business that is positively changing lives each day. The company is a great example of how it is possible for one person to make a difference in the world - having a big vision to do good business whilst also doing good for society. Now every time I brush my teeth I think about The Humble Co. slogan, “Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have.”

Have yourself an inspired entrepreneurial day! — Melanie

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