Sponsored by BCA: Community service and business really can go together. In fact, that’s one of the things corporate social responsibility (CSR) is all about — ensuring a company’s impact on the people and world around it is positive. Community service is a natural part of the CSR movement, and for many business women and men, it can lead to a new career. The interest in … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Companies Should Encourage Employees to Volunteer
For many corporations, volunteering is an afterthought, but instead, volunteering should be a priority because of the unique advantages. Volunteering looks differently for each business, and volunteer efforts range from a company-wide volunteer day to allowing employees a set number of paid hours to volunteer in lieu of work. Foundations have been established to award grants … [Read more...]
5 Simple Ways for Small Businesses to Give Back
Now that we’ve turned back the clocks and put away the jack-o-lanterns, our thoughts naturally turn to the holiday season. In the United States, Thanksgiving (November 27) is fast approaching, with Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa right on its heels. Whether your family maintains the tradition of sharing what you're thankful for around the dinner table or you head to a soup … [Read more...]
Sponsored Video: Putting People and Community Back into CSR
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a hot topic in Corporate America, but how many companies actually integrate people, planet, and profit into their business strategies? Those are the three Ps of CSR (people, planet, and profit), but so many CSR initiatives fall flat. They bring some nice media buzz for companies but the intent and the follow through leave a lot to be … [Read more...]