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What are the key principles and standards for applying SROI methodology?

Learn the key principles and standards for applying SROI methodology, a tool that measures and values the social impact of social enterprises.

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What are the best practices for managing multiple stakeholders in a scaling project?

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Learn the best practices for managing multiple stakeholders in a scaling project, based on the experience and insights of successful social entrepreneurs.

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How do you engage and retain your customers and supporters through your marketing efforts?

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Learn how to communicate your social purpose and build lasting relationships with your customers and supporters through effective social enterprise marketing.

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How can impact sourcing models align with the sustainable development goals and contribute to social change?

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Learn how impact sourcing, a form of inclusive outsourcing, can create social and economic benefits for marginalized communities and align with the SDGs.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of a revenue-sharing model for social enterprises?

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Learn about the benefits and challenges of a revenue-sharing model for social enterprises, and how it can reward and align different stakeholders.

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What are the most innovative and inspiring examples of social enterprises in your field or region?

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Learn how social enterprises are creating positive impact in education, waste management, health, environment, social justice, and community building.

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How can social procurement contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the global social agenda?

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Learn how social procurement can create positive impacts for the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the global social agenda, by choosing suppliers that deliver…

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How do you test and optimize your marketing campaigns and messages?

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Learn how to market and communicate social value effectively with these tips on audience research, value proposition, performance measurement, testing…

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How do you build and engage an online community around your social enterprise?

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Learn how to amplify your social enterprise's impact online by building and engaging an online community with these practical tips.

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How can social enterprise sports build a strong and loyal customer base and brand identity?

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Learn how to attract and retain customers, and build a strong and loyal brand identity for your social enterprise sports business with these tips.

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How do you evaluate and improve your social enterprise franchise system?

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Learn how to measure and enhance your social impact as a social enterprise franchisor with these practical tips and tools.

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What are the best practices for network governance and accountability?

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Learn six steps to create and manage a more effective and accountable social enterprise network that delivers social impact.

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What are the most effective ways to engage and empower the communities that social enterprise sports serve?

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Learn some effective strategies to create positive social impact in your communities through sports programs and services.

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How can you align your franchise model with your social mission?

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Learn how to design and manage a franchise system that supports your social purpose and impact. Follow these tips to align your franchise model with your social…

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What are some examples of social impact indicators and metrics that you use or recommend?

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Learn how to measure and communicate your social enterprise's impact with examples and tips on social impact indicators and metrics.

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What are the best tools and platforms to scale your social enterprise online?

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Learn about the best tools and platforms to grow your social enterprise online, from website builders to impact measurement tools.

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How do you innovate and differentiate your social enterprise fashion offerings from mainstream brands?

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Learn how to stand out from mainstream brands with these tips to innovate and differentiate your social enterprise fashion offerings.

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How do you identify and validate a social problem for your enterprise?

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Learn four steps to identify and validate a social problem for your social enterprise. Create a venture that is relevant, feasible, and impactful.

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How do you align your vision and values with your partners?

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Learn how to build trust, collaboration, and impact with your partners by aligning your vision and values with them. Find out how to use various tools and methods…

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How do you keep up with the latest trends and opportunities in social entrepreneurship?

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Learn how to follow thought leaders, join networks, read publications, take courses, experiment, and engage stakeholders in social entrepreneurship.

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How do you cope with the uncertainty and risk of social innovation?

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Learn how to cope with the uncertainty and risk of social innovation as a social entrepreneur. Discover tips and strategies to experiment, network, manage…

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How do you craft a compelling social vision and purpose statement?

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Learn how to create and communicate a powerful social vision and purpose statement for your social enterprise that inspires your audience and aligns your actions.

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How do you learn from the successes and failures of other social enterprises that have scaled or replicated?

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Discover how to learn from the successes and failures of other social enterprises that have scaled or replicated, and apply their insights to your own context and…

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What are the most common challenges or pitfalls for social entrepreneurs and how do you overcome them?

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Learn how to tackle funding, skills, support, impact, and balance challenges as a social entrepreneur and create positive social or environmental impact.

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How can social enterprises adopt circular economy principles to reduce waste and increase social value?

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Learn how social enterprises can adopt circular economy principles to reduce waste and increase social value, with examples, challenges, and opportunities.

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How do you measure the social impact of your fashion enterprise?

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Learn how to define, choose, collect, report, learn, and join your social impact goals, indicators, data, results, feedback, and community for your fashion…

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What are some common governance pitfalls and how can you avoid them?

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Learn about some of the common governance pitfalls that social enterprises face and how to avoid them. Improve your governance practices and enhance your social…

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What are some of the challenges of working in a cross-sectoral or multidisciplinary team?

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Learn about the common challenges of working in a cross-sectoral or multidisciplinary team, and how to overcome them with these tips.

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How do you celebrate and acknowledge your partners' contributions and achievements?

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Learn how to show appreciation, recognition, and gratitude to your partners who support your social enterprise's impact and sustainability.

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How do you evaluate the impact of your partnerships on social and environmental goals?

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Learn how to define, measure, involve, learn, and communicate the impact of your social enterprise partnerships on your social and environmental goals.

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How do you evaluate and communicate your social impact to your board and funders?

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Learn how to measure and communicate your social impact as a social enterprise to your board and funders in this article. Find out what tools and frameworks you can…

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How can you leverage your strengths in social enterprise marketing?

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Learn about the challenges and opportunities of social enterprise marketing, and how to define your value proposition, know your audience, tell your story, measure…

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What are the most effective strategies for negotiating and managing partnership agreements in social change?

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Learn some effective strategies for creating and maintaining successful partnerships in social change. Find out how to align your goals, needs, and values with your…

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What are the best practices for building a network of social entrepreneurs?

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Learn the best practices for connecting with other social entrepreneurs online and offline, and how to leverage your network for mutual benefit.

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How do you manage and support social franchise networks and foster collaboration and learning?

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Learn how to manage and support your social franchise network and foster collaboration and learning among your partners, with tips and best practices from experts.

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How do you manage quality and consistency across a diverse social franchising network?

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Learn six tips to manage quality and consistency across a diverse social franchising network. Improve your service delivery and social impact with social…

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What are some best practices for communicating social and environmental value to customers?

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Learn some best practices for communicating your social and environmental value to your customers as a social enterprise. Boost your impact and revenue.

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What are the benefits and challenges of using the Theory of Change approach for social impact measurement?

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Learn how the Theory of Change approach can help you measure and communicate your social impact, as well as the challenges and limitations you need to address.

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What are the benefits and challenges of scaling up vs. scaling out your social impact?

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Learn the benefits and challenges of scaling up or scaling out your social enterprise, and how to evaluate, plan, and learn from your replication process.

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How do you align your social enterprise vision and strategy with your governance structure and processes?

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Learn how to align your social enterprise vision and strategy with your governance structure and processes. Discover tips and tools for effective and efficient…

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How do you communicate your theory of change and logic model to your stakeholders and funders?

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Learn what a theory of change and a logic model are, and how to use them to communicate your social enterprise's impact to stakeholders and funders.

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What are the most effective ways to raise funds and attract investors for your social enterprise?

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Learn what a social enterprise is, what are the benefits and challenges of running one, and how to raise funds and attract investors for your venture.

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How do you evaluate and improve your triple bottom line impact over time?

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Learn four steps to measure and improve your social, environmental, and financial impact as a social enterprise.

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What are the emerging trends and best practices in social franchising?

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Learn how to scale up your social enterprise with social franchising, and discover the key aspects of choosing the right model, building a strong brand, managing…

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How do you cope with the stress and uncertainty of running a social enterprise?

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Learn how to cope with the stress and uncertainty of running a social enterprise. Get tips from experienced social entrepreneurs on finding purpose, building…

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How do you ensure the quality and credibility of your social impact measurement results?

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Learn how to measure and communicate the social impact of your social enterprise using the standards and principles of SROI, IMP, and SVI.

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