Multiverse of impact
A monthly newsletter focused on new frontiers in social impact and the culture of work.
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March, 2024
The mobile gaming startup Kinder World takes on kindness through workplace practices like well-being stipends for their staff — used on everything from mental healthcare to haircuts. Inc. featured three successful companies that share a "people first, work second" philosophy, and the BBC explored chronoworking.
Cover image by CollageSoul
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February, 2024
It’s not all toxic! We bring you 20 case studies in positive startup culture. How different would things be if we were to rethink the scale on which we operate, rooting ourselves more closely in nature's own boundaries? Stanford's Bob Sutton sees "strategic slowness" as the next big workplace trend.
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January, 2024
Forget equal parts praise and criticism - to inspire great performance, science shows that managers should lead with strengths-based feedback. Is it time to sunset the notion of scale in favor of more sustainable models? We need to talk about AI anxiety at work.
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December, 2023
Our final issue of 2023 focuses on a core value of our own workplace culture: rest. Winter is all about taking a break, so this issue features little to do directly with work, instead focusing on giving our readers some inspiration to unwind.
Cover image: “One More Refrain” by Nana Bruce
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November, 2023
It's time to stop trying to fill jobs by solely looking for "people whose skills and experience demonstrated they had 'done this work before'". Instead, get creative with what constitutes desirable credentials.
Cover image by Severe Paper
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OCTOBER, 2023
Description goGen Z is disrupting workplace norms with new values around purpose, transparency, and work-life balance. Discover how emphasizing shared values like inclusion and work-life balance can nurture cultures ready to meet tomorrow's challenges.
Cover image: “Flowers” by Paula Codoner
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SEPTEMBER, 2023
Japan included "Zebra companies" in its landmark economic policy this year. Zebras intertwine values, company culture, and strategies to foster a harmonious societal impact.
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AUGUST, 2023
Work-life balance has been a hot topic, considering the rising burnout rates, caregiving challenges, and a shift in how workers perceive meaning. But there's an even better approach, according to Harvard professor Danielle Allen: work-life-civic balance.
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JULY, 2023
Play isn't just for kids—it's a game-changer for shaping a better workplace and a better world. Embracing playfulness can ignite our creativity, inspire innovation, and drive sustainable practices. Let's play our way to a brighter tomorrow!
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JUNE, 2023
Employees and stakeholders are demanding more than a mission statement; they want companies to align with their values and actively practice them in everything from workplace culture and policies to CSR programs. This requires a strong values-based culture.
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MAY, 2023
Derek Thompson foresees a fourth work revolution catalyzed by the pandemic, emphasizing remote work and flexibility. AI tools signal a shift that could dismantle prevalent "workism" in the U.S., fostering healthier lives and communities.
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APRIL, 2023
When you think of forest stewardship, what comes to mind? Likely not mini-forests planted and maintained by urban companies to improve the quality of life for their employees and the surrounding community. Meet Roseline Desgroux of Alvéoles en ville.
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MARCH, 2023
We help our clients collaborate with frontline communities and grassroots groups through social responsibility programs, emphasizing indigenous conservation insights and collaboration for equitable climate solutions.
Cover image by Female Pentimento
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FEBRUARY, 2023
February, a naturally reflective month, also celebrates Black History Month, honoring Black Americans' profound achievements and contributions. Black business leaders are pioneering anti-burnout cultures, advancing DEI, and enhancing impactful CSR.
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JANUARY, 2023
Humans aren't inherently destructive, we're a custodial species. The story we tell about ourselves will determine the future of humanity and a lot of other species. Let’s cultivate stories of interconnection, stewardship, and awe for the extraordinary web of life.
Cover image: "Blue Fox," by Franz Marc
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DECEMBER, 2022
How can we all bring forth our creative energies to individually act and collectively mobilize those around us to achieve a net positive future? The answer isn’t merely technological and includes designing cities and our lives for happiness, circularity, and community.
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NOVEMBER, 2022
The U.S. Surgeon General urges supportive workplace leadership for mental well-being. The disability narrative is driving innovation and redefining work. Forbes' "Mindset Matters" highlights the move towards a more inclusive work culture.
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OCTOBER, 2022
The Deloitte Global 2022 Gen Z and Millennial Survey finds these generations are pressing their employers to tackle climate change in ways that involve them — too bad businesses are still missing opportunities to drive deeper and broader action.
Cover image: “Little One” by Clare Elsaesser