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Results-Based Accountability, a framework for entrepreneurs striving to grow

However difficult it is to use, a well-designed framework provides structure and a good start to focus our efforts in an efficient manner. We highly recommend Results Based Accountability (RBA), also known as Outcomes-Based Accountability, a framework primarily used by government agencies and nonprofits. Yet, it can be very efficient for any type of entrepreneurs and enterprises.

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Do you have what it takes to become an entrepreneur? 7 must-have traits

Becoming an entrepreneur is THE dream for many people, regardless of gender, race, location, background etc. Some spend years of their life talking about being an entrepreneur and the great ideas they have, but don’t ever realize that dream. At Caravanserai Project we call them “armchair entrepreneurs”.

Based on our experience with entrepreneurs, we identified a set of 7 traits that any individual with aspirations to build a business enterprise should demonstrate.

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6 Things to Consider When Applying for Funding

Whether applications are successful or not, we have observed six common habits and patterns across the board. These are common-sense tips that you as a grant-seeker should consider adopting before hitting the “submit” button for your application.

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Inclusive Leadership for the Future Workplace

We may never be able to get back to how things were – and frankly we should not strive to – but in order for us to move forward and create a workspace that is ready to welcome back employees and teams, this is the time to turn the intentions of DEI we have been setting into measurable actions across our organizations.

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Building Board Culture Ensures Meaningful Impact for Mission-Driven Organizations

Now more than ever, all eyes are on how well an organization is performing its duties and fulfilling its promises to its stakeholders. As a member of the board of directors, you are the champion of your organization. It is ultimately up to you and your peers to steer the ship on the right course, practice continuous trust building, and sustain a culture of growth, learning and accountability within your board and organization.

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Why and How to Engage with Government Entities: A Roadmap

In today’s world where there will be a rush of new funding, new programs, and policies in response to Covid and focus on social justice, entrepreneurs and organizations would benefit by making elected officials and government entities whether at local, state, and national level a priority.

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Advancing social change: The heartwired power of storytelling

When it comes to increasing your impact, curiosity and listening as a constant practice are as important as applying any other skills, strategies, and practices in your work. In fact, Robert Perez, Founder and Chief Exploration Officer at Wonder for Good, would argue that for changemakers being curious about their audiences is a necessary step to identifying new strategies or refining existing ones to advance mission-driven work.

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Healing – Wellbeing – Flourishing: Front and Center of Social Impact Work

Talking about social impact and not focusing in particular on healing, wellbeing, and flourishing, as part of the mental health discourse, defeats the purpose of mission-driven work. But it is more than just talking about it. The conversation should approach these crucial aspects as a whole, as many of our guests have highlighted during our interviews for the Jet Fuel Series.

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What Should Non-Profits Do Now?

Since the publication of our previous article “Surviving Coronavirus: Emergency Intervention Guide for Non-profit and Social Impact Organizations”, we are starting to see and feel

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