This week’s combination of resources and articles offers insights and practical resources to help you equip yourself with the skills required in these disruptive times, as well as for the Future of Work.

 

Redefining Business for Good: Corporate Responsibility is Vital for Sustainable Success.

In an era of heightened societal expectations and global challenges, corporate responsibility is no longer just a moral obligation; it’s a strategic imperative. Leaders are increasingly recognising that businesses can’t thrive in isolation. By integrating social responsibility into their core business strategies, they can create sustainable competitive advantages, generate economic value, and contribute meaningfully to the betterment of society.

This shift towards a new paradigm of business for good is not only ethical but also economically sound, offering a path to long-term success in a world that demands more from its corporations. Environmental giving should be part of every business strategy. Read the full article on redefining business for good by Dean van Leeuwen here.

 

How To Raise Brilliant Children, According To Science.

We’re training kids to do what computers do, which is spit back facts. And computers are always going to be better than human beings at that. But what they’re not going to be better at is being social, navigating relationships, being citizens in a community. So, we need to change the whole definition of what success in school, and out of school, means.

Jude Foulston, co-founder of Future Smart Parent and Future Smart Teacher recommends this article, to any parent or educator wanting a framework for ‘How to Raise Brilliant Children, According to Science’. Read more here…

 

How AI intersects with social good by Fast Company.

Over the past two years, AI has had a transformational effect on the business landscape. The technology’s potential to increase creative output, enhance worker productivity, and eliminate jobs has been debated ad nauseam. But one aspect of AI’s proliferation has flown under the radar, or at least not gotten the attention it deserves: how it will affect social impact. Read the full article here by Fast Company, where business leaders discuss how AI can align with social impact.

 

Catch up on Season 1 of The TomorrowToday Podcast before Season 2 launches!

Season 1 of The TomorrowToday Podcast explored the key disruptive forces shaping the future of business, offering insights on adaptive leadership, bionic business innovation, and the changing world of work. From navigating technological advancements to fostering inclusivity and antifragility, each episode provided actionable frameworks for future-proofing your organisation.

As we gear up for Season 2, launching on October 8th 2024, now is the perfect time to catch up on these transformative conversations. Listen to Season 1 here, and don’t forget to subscribe today so you don’t miss the upcoming discussions with CEOs and business leaders about the future of business.

 

Elevate Performance with a Chief Transformation Officer.

You should consider appointing a Chief Transformation Officer – maybe there’s a better title to use, but if adaptability, disruption, antifragility, and agility are core competencies for our organisations it might be time to get a focused expert professional taking charge of this aspect of your DNA.

Hiring a CTO not only benefits underperforming companies but also those already overperforming in their industry, according to this BCG survey of 350 CTOs. Read the full article for more insights.

 

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