In an Instagram post, Amazon’s Founder announced that he’s planning to “work alongside others both to amplify known ways and to explore new ways of fighting the devastating impact of climate change on this planet we all share”. He plans to fund scientists, activists and NGOs, and to get involved in any effort that “offers a […]
For decades work has become dehumanised, with employees treated as tools or assets rather than people. A result of business leaders placing economics, management theory and organisational psychology centre stage.
Whilst many may still be reeling from the news that Jack Ma is leaving Alibaba at 55, his departure from the corporate world opens another door: one to his philanthropy.
Purpose is nothing new in the world of business. But getting it right has never been more urgent. From Extinction Rebellion to #MeToo, we’re living at a time of polarising issues, which has given rise to a wave of activism across the world.
At times, it can feel like the CEO and the company they run are one and the same. The CEO title becomes synonymous with the idea of corporate ideals, profit margins, daily proceedings and the success that is continuously sought after. An employee and other staff members might go their whole lives without meeting the […]
John Knights, Chairman of LeaderShape Global is the lead author of “Leading Beyond the Ego: How to Become a Transpersonal Leader”, published March 2018 by Routledge. Below John explains to CEO Today the fragile relationship between millennials and ethics in business. Somewhere deep inside many senior leaders, there is a question about whether ethical concerns […]
In a world where the vast abyss of the internet and rapidly developing technology can so easily do more harm than good, and where people are becoming increasingly aware of the perils of social media, it is ever more important to realise what an incredible force for good technology can be. Below CEO Today gets […]
Richard James is Director at Jolly Good Communications, a social enterprise providing a full range of communications and public relations services to charities, social enterprises and other not-for-profits. They also work with start-ups and SMEs, helping them to operate in a socially, environmentally and ethically conscious way. Below Richard explains why your company should at […]
It may not always have monetary foundations, but philanthropy is a business model. Sponsorship can often mean synergy with a brand, a person or a cause, and hand in hand with those come values a business can adopt. Below Steve Huxter, Chief Operating Officer at ByBox, delves into the benefits and principles behind the sponsorship of […]
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