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We’ve been nominated…twice. We would love you to vote for us?
Not our usual blog, but I have something special to share, along with a small invitation for you. On Friday, I received two surprising emails from Downtown in Business: One said, “Congratulations, you have been nominated for ‘Change Maker of the Year 2026 Award’.” Another said, “Congratulations, UK for Good has been nominated for ‘Social Impact…
Read MoreUse Your Voice, Share Your Power: The New Role of Business in Society
Next Wednesday (9th July), I’ll be heading to Westminster for my first-ever Mass Lobby event. A whole bunch of organisations including WWF, RSPB, Wildlife Trust, and thousands of ordinary people will come face-to-face with their MPs to demand bolder action for climate and nature. It’s a moment of shared courage, a reminder that change doesn’t…
Read MoreFoundations for a Better Future
Introduction: A Shift in What Matters Most What does it truly mean to be a purpose-led business in 2025? And how can companies help drive the kind of long-term, systemic change the world urgently needs? These aren’t just questions for certified B Corps, they’re essential questions for every business that wants to remain relevant, resilient, and…
Read MoreWicked Problems: Radical Solutions
Introduction: A Moment for Transformation As we enjoy the beauty and warmth of this stunning spring morning, it feels like a perfect opportunity to reflect on why we are where we are, and what the future holds. Balancing the beauty and fragility of our world is a challenge. Why does the world currently feel so…
Read MoreEmpathy: The Leadership Superpower We Can’t Afford to Lose
Two contrasting quotes caught my attention this morning: “The fundamental weakness of Western civilisation is empathy.”— Elon Musk “The death of human empathy is one of the earliest and most telling signs of a culture about to fall into barbarism.”— Hannah Arendt One views empathy as a flaw, a hindrance to progress. The other sees…
Read MoreNavigating Uncertainty: Essential Reads and Resources for a Better Future
In a world that feels increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA), finding sources of inspiration, knowledge, and actionable solutions is vital. The following resources – grouped into academic research, podcasts, videos, and books provide tools to inspire curiosity, courage, compassion, and collaboration. Academic Research Dr James Hansen Website: Columbia Climate SchoolOne of the world’s foremost…
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