Organizing For Good

About this Series

Short case studies on purpose-driven leadership, focused on activating, sustaining, and scaling purpose. Curated by Stanford professor Pamela J. Hinds and Tim Weiss, Postdoctoral Research Fellow. Cases post each week.

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How a Global Social Network Seeks Connection in Decentralization

Tara Wanda Merrigan, Writer

In 2008, five idealistic twentysomethings began thinking about what their generation would do, someday, as leaders. In their… Read More

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Tara Wanda Merrigan, Writer

How a Global Social Network Seeks Connection in Decentralization

Build resiliency into your organizational structure to be prepared for the unexpected.

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Christian Busch, Sandbox Fabian Pfortmüller, Sandbox

Sandbox: A Distributed Alliance

To scale impact, find the right balance between intimacy and reach.

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Tara Wanda Merrigan, Writer

How An Architecture Firm Instills Values in Future Leaders

Organizational values are a constant. But that doesn't mean they can't adapt.

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Greg Papay, Lake|Flato Brandi Rickels, Lake|Flato

Lake|Flato: Impact with Longevity

Explore the human and organizational side of sustainability.

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Tara Wanda Merrigan, Writer

How a Kenyan Coffee Roaster Is Scaling with Local Impact in Mind

Take the time to reflect on your values. Imbue your organization with the same purpose.

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Ritesh Doshi, Spring Valley Coffee

Spring Valley: Finding Purpose

To identify a purpose-rich project, specify the intent, not the exact industry.

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Brandi Rickels, Lake|Flato Greg Papay, Lake|Flato Ritesh Doshi, Spring Valley Coffee Christian Busch, Sandbox Fabian Pfortmüller, Sandbox Michael Mayernick, Sandbox

Powered by Purpose

Build bridges, activate communities, and make an impact.

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