It’s hard to believe, but it’s been 5 years since I started this annual reading list, and I’m so honored to have had many of you reach out to me with “when is it coming?” messages already and we’re only 10 days into 2023. Every year, I compile a list of books that have helped … Continue reading Your 2023 ESG and Corporate Responsibility Reading List
Each year, hundreds of websites catalog the best, funniest, most memorable Super Bowl Commercials. My favorite, of course, comes from my friend Professor Derek Rucker at my alma mater with the Kellogg Super Bowl Ad Review. But as we get past the laughs and the gimmicks, another important trend emerged at Super Bowl LIV - … Continue reading Sustainability and Social Impact Win at Super Bowl LIV
For the last two years, I've published an annual Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability reading list (see 2018 and 2019 at these links), and I'm delighted to be back with my list of recommendations for 2020. As I said two years ago, my favorite question to ask in networking situations or with friends is "What are … Continue reading Your 2020 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Reading List
At any given time, there are multiple corporate crises happening around the world. In the age of social media, these crises “go viral” more quickly than ever before. This naturally creates a villain in the space where a corporation once was. Read the comments on any crisis response message and you can suddenly transport yourself … Continue reading Kill the Beast: A Corporate Responsibility Department’s Reality During a Crisis
Last year, I published a 2018 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Reading List, and loved the conversations I had with many of you throughout the year about those books. When something works, do it again! Just like last year, these books fall into four key categories: must-reads, big topics, general business, and leadership. This year, I'm … Continue reading Your 2019 Corporate Responsibility, Sustainability and Social Impact Reading List
My favorite networking question in any situation is, "What are you reading?" Studies show the average American reads only 1-2 books per year, but Fortune 500 CEOs read 4-5 books each month. If you want to be successful, open a book! I keep a "books to read" list in my phone, and my "buy with … Continue reading Your 2018 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Reading List
As our nation faces the crisis of Hurricane Harvey, millions of people are asking themselves, “What can I do?” We see the images and videos on the news and want to know how we can get resources to those in need in the affected areas. We want to help, and that instinct is a wonderful … Continue reading Make Your Dollars Count: Avoiding Fraudulent Philanthropy During a Crisis
Relationships with stakeholders are the cornerstone of any good CSR program. For many corporations, nonprofits represent a major community stakeholder. For that reason, most CSR programs include financial support for nonprofits. These programs can take many forms. But working in CSR means you'll work with many nonprofits. Some will see you as the "lady with … Continue reading The Art and Science of Great Nonprofit Partnerships
It was Christmas season in West Acres Mall in Fargo. I was around five years old. I was with my mother and grandmother shopping for a dress for my grandmother to wear to a cousin's wedding. They looked away for a moment, my mother said. And I was gone. I was five stores down having a long … Continue reading So you want to work in CSR…
Working in CSR, I have the opportunity to meet many individuals interested in this field. Each time I speak with someone interested in CSR, I field many of the same questions. I hope this set of frequently asked questions will help you with a job search in this field. Frequently Asked Questions I'm searching for "corporate … Continue reading Search for a job in CSR – FAQs
