what we believe
It’s a constant challenge for leaders of purpose-driven organizations to showcase their goals and demonstrate their impact for stakeholders. Here’s one approach, using simple dashboards. The problem for reporting managers and social entrepreneurs is that they must… craft a clear and compelling message, backed by data, about how they’re achieving their goals that is tailored to different audiences, and do …
Last year, I was co-facilitating a group dialogue for about two dozen participants. We were nearing completion and I wanted to invite a final comment from each participant. Rather than putting someone on the spot to speak first, I asked for a volunteer and encouraged them to indicate whether we would proceed to their left or their right. Immediately, the …
On a few occasions during my career, I’ve been fortunate to find myself working on projects that ignited my passion, with teammates who became lifelong friends. Once each month or so, I get together with two of those friends for what is always a meaningful conversation. Bruce was my first boss post-university. Incredibly creative, with a limitless energy that I …
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” This oft-quoted proverb seems useful on its face, but for me, it’s always opened a question…. What if we need to go a long way quickly? It’s a valuable question both on our approach in life planning and in business strategy. ‘Strategy’ has an …
This year I launched my own consultancy, Social Purpose Strategies, and in collaboration with Junxion I hope we will increase the number of organizations and individuals we can positively impact. I am incredibly excited about our collaboration and for the opportunity to share our knowledge to better serve our clients. I am most passionate about helping businesses develop their purpose. …
Last week, I saw a Facebook conversation leap from innocent question to cruel, personal attack in a series of just six comments. A few short years ago, I couldn’t have imagined that such a conversation could be commonplace. Today, I worry it’s become normal…. How did cruelty become so easy? I’m seeing it nearly every day…. Playful one-upmanship devolves into …
“Purpose” is the flavour of the month. It’s all over the business press: everyone has a story about their purpose, and acknowledges the importance of purpose and values in managing their organizations, attracting talent, and developing brands. Organizations in the finance, health and social sectors, where achieving business and social impacts are implicitly part of the job, are looking for …
To deliver a truly authentic and effective brand experience, start with your values. Most companies and organizations are able to identify and name their values, but the most successful organizations strive to live them. And that’s the starting point of great brand experiences. A successful, values-driven brand experience helps people around your organization feel connected to your brand. Customers, partners …
Last summer, we were working with a new client to develop their next strategic plan. They already knew what would occupy most of their next two years, so we were focused on 2021 onwards—starting with a ten-year vision. It was like pulling teeth. We were facilitating a retreat with the board of directors and senior management, a smart, highly capable …
