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Syrian refugees and the need for English language training
16 Nov 2015

Syrian refugees and the need for English language training

by Aaron Ralby | posted in: Social innovation | 0

Faced with the unprecedented stream of migrants fleeing war and trauma in the Middle East and North Africa, Europe needs to take clear-sighted action. For its part, the UK has agreed to take 20,000 refugees, a significant portion of whom … Continued

English language training, refugees, Syria
Lighting the way to social innovation
27 Oct 2015

Lighting the way to social innovation

by Alessandra Caggiano | posted in: Social innovation | 0

Advances in optics means that the 21st century may rely as much upon photonics as the 20th century relied upon electronics, and this development is closely intertwined with social innovation. In fields ranging from renewable energy and sustainable development to … Continued

light
The paradox of choice for young change makers
9 Oct 2015

The paradox of choice for young change makers

by Emerson Csorba | posted in: Social innovation | 0

In his fascinating book The Paradox of Choice: Why More is Less, sociologist Barry Schwartz argues that more choice is sometimes less for companies and their people. Indeed, “Part of the downside of abundant choice is that each new option … Continued

change makers, choice, millenials, workplace
No problem here…..
14 Sep 2015

No problem here…..

by Neil Stott | posted in: Our thinking | 0

When issues of women rising to leadership positions arise within organisations there is much squirming in the seats by senior managers (male and female) who invariably believe (or at least articulate) there is no problem here as ability always trumps … Continued

gender, leadership, women
Intrapreneurship: developing innovation ecosystems in big organisations
7 Sep 2015

Intrapreneurship: developing innovation ecosystems in big organisations

by Colonel Bill De Marco | posted in: Social innovation | 0

The leadership literature is rife with concepts regarding the need for bold leaders at all levels who encourage innovation, embrace new thinking, and take risks to achieve success. As a United States Air Force Officer and pilot by trade, I … Continued

intranpreneurship, organisations
Towards 360 degree virtue
1 Sep 2015

Towards 360 degree virtue

by Neil Stott | posted in: Our thinking | 1

Today many organisations want to be virtuous. It is a post-financial crash zeitgeist. Greed and exploitation is passé, so we are told. Being nice to people, the planet and making a profit is becoming de rigour. But can we really … Continued

green washing, social washing, virtue, Virtuous organisations
The Social Venture Weekend experience
3 Jul 2015

The Social Venture Weekend experience

by Online Comms | posted in: Social innovation | 0

by Ksenia Taranenko and Paulina Polak Reflecting on the last three months of developing our social venture and launching our pilot cohort, we cannot underestimate the boost we received at the Social Venture Weekend organised at Cambridge Judge Business School … Continued

Social Venture Weekend, social ventures
Embracing passion and creativity
26 Jun 2015

Embracing passion and creativity

by Colonel Bill De Marco | posted in: Social innovation | 0

Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up. – Pablo Picasso In his book “Steve Jobs”, Walter Isaacson reflects on a conversation between Jobs and Bob Dylan discussing creativity and composition. … Continued

art, creativitiy
Managing ‘non-profits’ vs ‘for profits’: what’s the difference?
18 Jun 2015

Managing ‘non-profits’ vs ‘for profits’: what’s the difference?

by Jimmy Childre | posted in: Social innovation | 1

We often say, “Management is management!” But is it really the same across all three sectors – private, public and ‘nonprofit’? A question of real importance to me as I return from the nonprofit sector back to the private sector. … Continued

for-profit, management, not-for-profit, stakeholders
Passing on in a digital age
11 Jun 2015

Passing on in a digital age

by Online Comms | posted in: Social innovation | 0

An area of change that is often forgotten about is the period at the end of our lives. At some point, we will all inevitably experience bereavement within our family. There is a tangible social impact caused by the friction … Continued

bereavement, death, digital, online presence

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