EXPERT INSIGHT: Social entrepreneurs occupy a unique position between communities and institutions, says Mark Swift. So how should the public sector recognise and make use of this perspective?
EXPERT INSIGHT: Ghana’s first pension-backed, blended finance fund of funds is proof of concept that domestic savings, not foreign aid, could become the biggest source of finance for African SMEs.
University graduate Solène Declas ditched business school to found Aibo, a platform that tackles loneliness by pairing young adults with elderly people looking for companionship. She shares the joys and challenges she faces as a young social entrepreneur.
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Social entrepreneurs need to check in with reality to reap the benefits of social investment. There's a cold hard truth out there, but if you can handle it, you're winning.
Social start-ups face decisions daily that could shape the direction of their business. Helen Trevaskis reminds herself of the 7 most important things to remember when making decisions at a crossroads.
You probably don't think you're childish at work, but depending on your relationship with your parents, you could be projecting anxiety, running from innovation and taking your social business with you
