I’ve spent a lot of time reading CSR reports and engaging in tweetchats and seminars focusing on CSR strategies. There have been a number of times when I’m truly inspired by the actions of certain CSR programs. Yet, although I’m young, I feel like I’ve yet to be involved in one of those awe-inspiring campaigns. [...]
I recently watched the movie “Hancock” on TV and saw something interesting. The movie used a superhero as a metaphor for big corporations and their responsibility to give back. Granted, it’s not a new movie, I think it’s still relevant. The basic plot focuses on a drunk, crass, and lazy superhero with a bad temper. Where [...]
Working in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is something I find difficult but gratifying. The field of CSR is tumultuous but, as in most fields these days, fellow CSR strategists collaborate via social media to discuss the good, the bad, and everything in between. Over the years, I’ve found some amazing companies and innovators that I [...]
Happy Social Media Day! I felt it was appropriate to reach out to my followers via social media in celebration. Let’s talk brass tacks… Do you think social media is helping or hurting your day-to-day? What would you add/subtract from the various social platforms? What advice would you give to someone just starting to use [...]
It’s no surprise that the economy in America is struggling. The national deficit is some ridiculous number, unemployment is rampant, and the dollar just doesn’t stand up to most foreign currencies. I’m not an economist so I won’t pretend to understand the intricacies of the situation. However, looking at CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) in American businesses [...]