How does the profit motive affect the goals of producers?

Profit motive refers to the concept that the driving force behind the actions and efforts of business enterprises is the desire to earn a profit. More specifically, profit motive means that the overall goal of a business is profit maximization earning the greatest possible profit given the company's competitive strengths and the capabilities of its management team. The business owner maintains a laser focus on this objective, which affects all the decisions a business a producer of goods and servicesmakes.