This post is about change – the fundamental change that we must master to transform our world. Why – because our current economic and political systems have pretty much reached their “use by” date. They are struggling to deliver the benefits they have previously generated in such abundance. Until we change the assumptions that supportContinue reading “The twilight of capitalism?”
Category Archives: Communication and engagement
Materiality assessment at UPS
Materiality assessments are a way for organisations to identify what matters to stakeholders, thus creating solid leads toward developing a sustainability plan. This is why engagement is the leading edge of sustainability – by engaging with our stakeholders and finding out what is important to them, we can shape strategy to be better aligned withContinue reading “Materiality assessment at UPS”
Five ways to collaborate online
Having effective ways to collaborate online enhances our ability to engage in a meaningful way. You have probably worked on a shared document with others by sending emails back and forth. This seems to still be the default way to collaborate, but it is less than ideal. It sometimes hard to identify the latest versionContinue reading “Five ways to collaborate online”
Using social media for crisis management
This superb infographic from http://www.emergency-management-degree.org reveals the power of social media to help with crisis management. Note that Youtube has surpassed 1 billion unique monthly users.
Waiting for the communication revolution
Over the last few decades communication channels have multiplied and in some organisations, communications have improved, but for the vast majority, workplace communication is still a major impediment to both organisational effectiveness and individual well-being. What are the solutions? How will the breakthroughs come? The foundations have been laid. The Internet has been with us for almost 25 years.Continue reading “Waiting for the communication revolution”
Mobilizing the Response | The Regeneration Roadmap
There are a lot of wise people advocating pathways to sustainability. The Regeneration Roadmap is a project of Globescan and SustainAbility and aims to promote engagement and collaboration between NGOs promoting sustainability, and the private sector. This video, from the Regeneration Roadmap website, features an impressive array of sustainability champions, including David Suzuki, Gro HarlemContinue reading “Mobilizing the Response | The Regeneration Roadmap”
Great companies embrace social media
While many are wary of employees spending too much time on social media, some great businesses are showing us how social media can enhance business. This video features Erin Lieberman-Moran from the Great Place to Work Institute. Note that Erin recognises a high level of trust as the enabler for businesses to use social media effectively.Continue reading “Great companies embrace social media”
Engagement and the Regeneration Roadmap
Engagement processes are at the leading edge of sustainability. The Regeneration Roadmap is an initiative of Globescan and SustainAbility aiming to achieve sustainable development within the next generation. Their focus is on the private sector to drive a lot of change. This video features global thought leaders articulating the road to sustainability. As you watch,Continue reading “Engagement and the Regeneration Roadmap”
Narcissism: The Difference Between High Achievers and Leaders – Justin Menkes – Harvard Business Review
This HBR post from Justin Menkes is another contribution to the ever-growing body of evidence that effective leaders are good people that care for others. As Justin Menkes states: Only an individual who feels genuinely invigorated by the growth, development, and success of others can become an effective leader of an enterprise. When reading thisContinue reading “Narcissism: The Difference Between High Achievers and Leaders – Justin Menkes – Harvard Business Review”
Moral leadership – the foundation of prosperity
The renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs pinpointed the foundations of a prosperous economy in a recent article. He states: [1] His post celebrated the life of the late Václav Havel, the Czech playright, who spoke out against the communist regime. His determination to speak out against the suppression of human rights by the communist government saw himContinue reading “Moral leadership – the foundation of prosperity”
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