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Harnessing Power for Positive Change In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the concept of power can often carry a negative connotation. However, when wielded thoughtfully and ethically, power has the potential to drive remarkable change and inspire greatness in ourselves and others. Here are a few ways we can use our power for good: 1.     Empowerment: Use your influence to uplift others. Mentorship, sponsorship, and simply being a supportive colleague can create a ripple effect that fosters growth and innovation. 2.     Advocacy: Stand up for what is right. Use your platform to advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Your voice can amplify the experiences of those who may not be heard. 3.     Collaboration: Leverage your network to build bridges rather than barriers. Collaborative efforts often lead to creative solutions that benefit everyone involved. 4.     Integrity: Power comes with responsibility. Upholding integrity in decision-making and leading by example can inspire trust and foster a positive culture. 5.     Sustainability: Use your position to promote practices that are good for people and the planet. Whether it’s supporting green initiatives or promoting ethical business practices, every small step counts. As leaders, professionals, and community members, let’s commit to using our power to create a more positive and inclusive environment. Together, we can transform workplaces and communities into spaces where everyone can thrive. What are some ways you’ve seen power used for good in your network? Share your thoughts below! #Leadership #Empowerment #Advocacy #Collaboration #Integrity #Sustainability Sharon Khant Jagdish Tikkas Sid Randhir

Collaboration and sustainable growth have the power to transform lives. Together, we’re cultivating success and nurturing the next generation of leaders and changemakers. Let’s keep building opportunities, fostering innovation, and creating a brighter tomorrow. #CASRecruitment #Sustainability #EmpoweringFutureGenerations #CollaborationForSuccess

Inclusive Decision-Making: Involve diverse voices in decision-making processes. 🗳️ This ensures that different perspectives are considered, leading to more comprehensive and effective solutions. #InclusiveDecisions #WorkplaceCulture

🚀 We are Excited to Share Our Progress! According to the insightful frameworks of Frederic Laloux and Clare W. Graves, we have reached the level of success-result oriented. Orange in transition to GREEN 🌿 🙌 We are ambitiously looking forward to firmly stepping into the next level of social consensus. This means fostering even more inclusive and collaborative environments where every voice is heard and valued. 🌟 Together we are shaping the future! #Teamwork #GravesTheory #AchievementLevel Read more: "Reinventing Organizations" Frederic Laloux

Some philosophy, distilled from interviews with the most courageous company leaders in dozens of countries the past 15 years: creating meaningful societal value and being socially responsibility shouldn’t be contrary to a business’s success, yet these are too often relegated to a lower priority list, to be considered when times are good and financial performance is strong. That attitude suggests that societal value and social responsibility are situational, and such an approach is the result of company leaders who don’t fully understand the impact they have on their company’s long-term financial success.  Societal value is realized when your company is more than just an employer selling products and services; it must be considered an invaluable contributor to the lifeblood of that community, where your employees serve alongside other societal actors in supporting and even providing services that fuel the community’s sense of social connectedness. Societal value is the heart, soul and intellectual rationale for the role businesses can and must play in the world, and it underscores the need for businesses to become a force for good, not just a maker of goods. After all, if your company is not contributing positively to society, then why does it exist at all? But what can get in the way are the innumerable day-to-day tasks of running the business, of not upsetting those routines that currently help your company earn its keep, and of not disrupting how people get their work done. It becomes too hard to create the kind of change needed, even if it leads to better outcomes for your company and the world. If you are struggling with the decision of investing in and reimagining how your company can become a force for good you are not alone. But even though it is hard, don’t let convenient excuses prevent your company from becoming profoundly more positive, consequential, and impactful to society. To help your organization become a force for good, get your tickets today for our April 12-13 Summit for Sustainable Organizations conference at the University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business: https://lnkd.in/gq5kHmhU. #sustainability #sustainablebusiness #doingwellbydoinggood #leadbyexample #leaders #leadership #business #responsiblebusiness #businessasaforceforgood

🌍 Proud to Support Sustainability Leaders 🌍 ✨ "Just wanted to reiterate a big thank you for all you’ve done over the last few months. Your energy and professionalism are impeccable, and I hope to work with you again soon." ✨ One of the great privileges of my work is that I get to support amazing sustainability leaders who are driving positive change. It fills my cup when they send me messages like this. Executive search is more than just filling a role. It’s about connecting with talented individuals and supporting them through a transition. At Search With Purpose we treat our candidates with the same care, warmth and attentiveness as we treat our clients. A successful search for me is: ⭐ A delighted client ⭐ An excited and enthused placement ⭐ A whole collection of happy shortlisted candidates who have had a positive experience, regardless of the outcome. And I love it when they send me messages like this 🤗 #Sustainability #ExecutiveSearch #SustainableLeadership #TalentAcquisition

Nurturing Business Biodiversity: A Key to Sustainable Success 🌿    Diversity in nature creates resilience, and the same applies to business. A biodynamic approach encourages us to embrace diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents, leading to a more robust and innovative organization. By fostering a culture where different voices are heard and valued, we can build businesses that are not only more sustainable but also more successful in the long run.     🌱 Diverse Hiring Practices:    Commit to building a diverse workforce by implementing inclusive hiring practices. This includes reaching out to a broader range of talent pools, eliminating biases in hiring processes, and promoting diversity at all levels of the organization.     🌱 Inclusive Decision-Making:     Ensure that decision-making processes include a diverse set of voices. This can be done by creating diverse leadership teams or forming committees with members from various backgrounds and departments to weigh in on key decisions.     🌱 Encouraging Innovation from All Levels:     Foster a culture where every employee, regardless of their position, feels empowered to share ideas and innovations. Implement suggestion programs or innovation contests to capture diverse perspectives and drive creative problem-solving.    #DiversityInBusiness #Innovation #SustainableGrowth

The importance for organizations to consciously consider their social impact is increasingly evident. As organizations continue to navigate economic, environmental, and social challenges, the relationship between business and society is becoming ever-more entwined and interdependent. Prioritizing social impact may lead to additional benefits such as enhanced reputation, strong customer loyalty, increased employee attraction and retention, and new market opportunities. Chairs and boards, now more than ever, have a critical role in an organizations social impact and are stewards of their organizations, being an enabler of organizational success, and protecting organizational resilience. The Chair and Board members play a key role in leadership and setting the tone for social impact within the organization. To see how this can be done in an effective manner visit https://lnkd.in/gkQ9Az7A?

Great article by the wonderful Jo Mortimer about the intersection of Sustainability and HR at Curry's - well worth a quick read!