Global Society for Good Leadership

?? OUT NOW: The Freedom to Flourish – A Radical Transformation Of Work! We're excited to share a transformative session designed for HR and business leaders on how to build organizations that prioritize people’s well-being and create lasting positive impact. Based on three years of in-depth research, this discussion features a CEO, an HR Director, and Transformation Consultants as they explore the limitations of traditional performance management and propose a new, holistic path forward. Key highlights: * Balancing Profit and Legacy: Addressing the challenge of achieving financial targets while leaving a positive legacy amidst social and environmental crises. * Reinspiring Organisations: Exploring how business ideologies shape organisational practices, expanding on the popular TEAL paradigm. * Reimagining People Management: Understanding how traditional practices like target setting, performance appraisals, and variable pay often undermine creativity and well-being. * The Role of HR: Embracing HR’s potential to transform organizations into forces for good by promoting ethical leadership and deliberate organisational development. The session introduces the Flourishing Manifesto, advocating for a more humane, purpose-driven approach to people management as a lever to sustainable organizational transformation. HR leaders have a unique opportunity to lead this change, if they take courage to challenge outdated business ideologies and embrace the vision of business as a force for good. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/e38y245Z FURTHER DETAILS & JOINING THE INQUIRY Discover more and get involved with the movement for responsible leadership: ?? Global Society for Good Leadership - Freedom to Flourish: https://lnkd.in/etKyxqPP ?? HR Congress Website: https://lnkd.in/epvDz4ux GOOD PRACTICES We are currently conducting interviews with progressive organisations on how to successfully combine agility with social responsibility. A huge thank you to all the businesses involved! Any questions, or if you have any recommendations and suggestions, feel free to get in touch! Together, we can create the freedom to flourish, and develop organizations that contribute to the flourishing of individuals, organizations, and the planet. ?? #GoodLeadershipSociety #GoodOrganizations #LeadersforHumanity #HR #FutureofWork #Strategy #Leadership #Transformation #BusinessEthics #Philosophy #PersonalDevelopment

?? Exciting Announcement! ?? We're thrilled to launch "SUSTAINABILITY IN THE BOARDROOM," a new blog series by Prof. Andreas Rasche, a leader in sustainable finance and corporate governance. As Professor at Copenhagen Business School and Associate Dean for the Full-Time MBA program, Prof. Rasche brings unparalleled expertise in guiding boards on integrating ESG principles and advancing sustainability in business. ?? Key Topics in the Blog: * Strategic ESG Integration: How boards can embed ESG principles in their strategies amidst evolving regulations. * Sustainable Finance: Trends in green investments, financial instruments, and challenges in financing a just transition. * Navigating the Climate Crisis: Exploring the latest climate data and global emissions progress. * Towards a Just and Sustainable Future: Examining the intersection of environmental, social, and ethical factors in sustainability. * Research & Insights: Key academic studies and institutional publications on corporate sustainability. ?? Read the Full Blog: Gain valuable insights from leading research and expert perspectives to reshape your approach to sustainability in the corporate world. ?? Join the Conversation: Engage in our Business for Humanity series and be part of the movement towards sustainable and responsible business. ???More about Andreas Rasche: arasche.com ???More about Business for Humanity: https://lnkd.in/dag5YYcB ?? Read "Sustainability in the Boardroom" at SUSTAINABILITY DOT LEADERSHIPSOCIETY DOT WORLD or https://lnkd.in/eUcxy8Tm?! #Sustainability #CorporateGovernance #ESG #SustainableFinance #BusinessEthics #Leadership #CorporateResponsibility Silvio Christoffel Antoinette Weibel Kees Klomp

?? Degrowth: Savior or Devil? ?? As the debate intensifies, we hear endless opinions framing degrowth as either our environmental salvation or a dystopian descent. But beyond the extremes, how many have really paused to understand the shadow sides of growth itself? Let's peel back the layers and learn from Matthias Schmelzer our next guest at Business for Humanity what eight historical critiques reveal about why relentless expansion isn’t as straightforward as it seems. ?? The ecological critique argues that infinite growth on a finite planet is a collision course with reality, sidelining resource limits and environmental stability. ?? Socio-economic critiques add that while GDP might rise, it’s an empty metric for well-being—often just as much a measure of harm as of good, and blind to worsening inequality. ???? Then there’s the feminist critique, which calls out the hidden labor that underpins all "progress"—from caregiving to unpaid domestic work, largely left out of our economic scorecards. ?? South-North critiques expose how developed economies thrive on extraction and exploitation, cementing global disparities rather than alleviating them. ?? The cultural critique asks how growth changes us, feeding a way of life where human relationships and work feel alienated, ?? while the critique of capitalism highlights growth’s dependency on unyielding accumulation, leaving crises in its wake. ?? The industrialism critique questions the very systems powering growth, arguing both capitalist and socialist models create hierarchies, waste, and ecological harm. ???? Lastly, the reactionary critique fears growth’s impact on local traditions and cultural cohesion, framing it as an agent of disruption and loss. Whether you see growth as the cure or the cause of modern problems, understanding these critiques shows us why simply measuring success by GDP or expansion is no longer tenable. Degrowth may be polarizing, but it raises questions we can’t afford to ignore. Let’s not sleepwalk through a one-way path to “progress” without first examining what we might be losing along the way. ?? Date: Monday 11th November 2024 ?? Time: 16-18 CEST (3-5PM UK, 10-12AM ET, 7-9AM PT) ?? Location: Zoom registration https://lnkd.in/e7uvD4yE

THE REVENGE OF THE ENGINEERS, OR: HOW PEOPLE BECAME OUR LEAST IMPORTANT ASSETS In the relentless pursuit of efficiency and profit, the modern corporate landscape has become a battleground where the human element is increasingly marginalized. Peter Cappelli's incisive analysis during the #FlourishingFestival2024 exposes a troubling reality: finance moguls, tech barons, and engineers have effectively engineered humanity out of business. Their unholy alliance has reshaped the corporate world, transforming it into a cold, calculating machine where employees are mere cogs, easily replaceable and perpetually expendable. The finance-driven obsession with shareholder value has reduced human capital to a liability on balance sheets, while tech-driven management styles have twisted once-empowering concepts like "agile" into tools of relentless pressure and burnout. In this brave new world, the average 50-year-old American now navigates through a dizzying 12 different jobs, not by choice, but as a victim of endless restructuring and downsizing. CEOs, dancing to Wall Street's tune, announce layoffs on a whim, sowing fear and instability. Meanwhile, the engineering mindset has infiltrated even the most human-centric aspects of business, with performance management stripped of its developmental essence and reduced to a numbers game. The consequences of this dehumanization are dire. Employees, once valued assets, are now treated as liabilities to be minimized. The result is a workforce plagued by stress, burnout, and disengagement – a recipe for long-term business failure masked by short-term gains. But all hope is not lost and the battle for the soul of business is far from over. As Peter poignantly states in what is probably one of the most provocative and enlightening talks about HR this year, "If you're going to make business about efficiency, at least make sure it's efficient—constant restructuring isn't." Peter's rallying cry is for #HR to emerge as the last line of defense against this tide of dehumanization. It's time for HR to lead the charge in bringing humanity back to the forefront of business, standing firm against the tyranny of spreadsheets and algorithms. HR must unite and prove, unequivocally, that investing in people is not simply the ultimate competitive advantage—but the right thing to do, in order to shape the future of work for generations to come. The revenge of the engineers, finance gurus, and tech barons may have begun, but HR has the power – and the responsibility – to write the final chapter. Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/eNm-vv_U For all the materials: https://lnkd.in/etKyxqPP Join us at the HR Horizons Summit 2024: https://lnkd.in/e5HgZRtG #futureofwork #leadership #transformation #management #sustainability

?? IS DEGROWTH OUR FUTURE? ?? Join us for a thought-provoking #BUSINESSFORHUMANITY session with Matthias Schmelzer, a prominent voice in the degrowth movement and an advocate for rethinking our economic systems. With a unique interdisciplinary background across history, political economy and environmental studies, Matthias challenges the notion that economic growth equates to societal progress. His work critically examines the capitalist paradigm, emphasizing the urgent need for an alternative that prioritizes ecological sustainability and social justice. In this exclusive and interactive seminar, we will dive into the principles of Degrowth and Matthias's influential ideas as outlined in The Future Is Degrowth: A Guide to a World beyond Capitalism. Explore how we can reshape our understanding of economics in the context of climate change and inequality. Discover why conventional growth-focused economic models are inadequate for addressing the pressing crises of our time. Learn how to envision an economy that values well-being over profit and fosters inclusivity and equity. Whether you're a business leader, policymaker, academic, or simply passionate about creating a sustainable future, don’t miss this opportunity to gain transformative insights that could redefine how we approach economic challenges in the 21st century! ??Matthias Schmelzer is a scholar and activist known for his work on degrowth, a movement that critiques the prevailing focus on economic growth and advocates for sustainability and social equity. He is a substitute Professor and head of the Norbert Elias Center for Transformation Design & Research (NEC), where he leads the M.A. Transformation Studies program. Additionally, he is a research fellow at THE NEW INSTITUTE in Hamburg. He has a background in political economy and has contributed significantly to discussions on ecological economics, exploring the intersections of environmental sustainability and social justice. Discover more about Matthias here: https://lnkd.in/dDsjeF-i ?? Date: Monday 11th November 2024 ?? Time: 16-18 CEST (3-5PM UK, 10-12AM ET, 7-9AM PT) ?? Location: https://lnkd.in/e4kPUP-p ?? Engage with like-minded changemakers during our plenary discussion, fostering collaboration and networking opportunities. For further details about our Business for Humanity sessions, visit: https://lnkd.in/dag5YYcB Let's make business a bit more human, together! See you there! #Leadership #GoodOrganisations #Capitalism #Strategy #Management #Innovation #Humanresources #BusinessLeadership #creativity #future #entrepreneurship #personaldevelopment #sustainability #education Antoinette Weibel Kees Klomp Silvio Christoffel

?? #BusinessforHumanity Meets Well-being Economics: Get ready for an inspiring session with Robert Costanza, a leading figure in Ecological Economics! For over three decades, Robert has challenged traditional economic models by integrating ecological science to champion Well-being Economics—a transformative approach that prioritizes sustainable development and human well-being over mere economic growth. In this exclusive session, we’ll explore how Well-being Economics drives ecological restoration, sustainability, and fairness across generations. Discover why GDP falls short as a measure of well-being, as Robert introduces us to groundbreaking metrics like the Genuine Progress Indicator (GPI) and frameworks for valuing nature's often overlooked contributions through ecosystem services. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the key voices in the new economy movement. Robert’s work offers an essential corrective to conventional economics, expanding its focus to human and ecological well-being. Whether you're a business leader, activist, or simply concerned about our world’s future, this session will inspire you to become part of the solution. ?? Watch Now and join the movement towards a more human-centered, ecologically-sound economic paradigm! ?? Direct access to session recordings, reference materials, and further resources: https://lnkd.in/eBAD3bYu ?? Registrations are now open for our upcoming session about DEGROWTH ECONOMICS with Matthias Schmelzer, Head of the Norbert Elias Center for Transformation Design & Research (NEC) and research fellow at THE NEW INSTITUTE in Hamburg. His work focuses on ecological economics, social movements, and developing transformative approaches to advance sustainable and socially just economic alternatives through the Degrowth movement. #goodorganisations #leadership #alternativestocapitalism #innovation #transformation #grli #wef #leadershipsociety #csr #sustainability #capitalism Kees Klomp Antoinette Weibel Silvio Christoffel

?? BREAKING NEWS ??: Michele Zanini, co-author of the global bestseller Humanocracy, will be speaking live at the Global Flourishing Festival 2024! He’ll share insights from the vanguard of innovative companies and exciting updates from the next edition of his game-changing book. In Humanocracy, Michele Zanini and Gary Hamel advocate for dismantling outdated bureaucratic systems and replacing them with more agile, human-centered organizations. They emphasize the importance of decentralizing decision-making, empowering employees at all levels, and fostering innovation from the ground up. Both argue that this shift away from rigid hierarchies towards more flexible, self-managing teams not only boosts engagement and performance but also enables organizations to adapt quickly to changing market conditions. Through lots of real-world examples, Michele and Gary highlight the role of trust, transparency, and shared purpose in creating thriving organizations where employees are motivated by autonomy and a sense of contribution. ?Don’t miss this powerful session as Michele Zanini shares some of the most compelling case studies of companies revolutionizing their HR processes. During the live Q&A, Michele will dive deeper into his latest thoughts on how both public and private sector companies are driving innovation and transforming their organizations for greater agility and employee empowerment. ? Why you should join: With a background as co-founder of MLab and formerly a senior consultant at McKinsey & Company, Michele has extensive experience in large-scale transformation initiatives and research on emerging management practices. He is a prolific writer for publications like the HBR and a sought-after speaker at conferences worldwide. ?? Join us in making business a force for good! #leadership #transformation #sustainability #innovation #personaldevelopment #management #hrm #cipd

How many of these TOP 10 FEMINIST ECONOMISTS do you know? If the answer is "none," you might want to join us this afternoon for the next edition of Business for Humanity! ?? BUSINESS FOR HUMANITY: Feminist Economics - Creating an Economy for Humans with Julie A. Nelson ?? Date: Tuesday 8 October 2024 ?? Time: 16-18 CEST (3-5PM UK, 10-12AM ET, 7-9AM PT) ?? RSVP: https://lnkd.in/esW3nvJN ?? Engage with like-minded changemakers during our plenary discussion, fostering collaboration and networking opportunities. For further details about our Business for Humanity sessions, visit: https://lnkd.in/exDcfvU6 ??Julie A. Nelson is a Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Massachusetts and a Senior Research Fellow at the Global Development and Environment Institute. She is a thought leader in feminist economics, known for her work on ethics, gender, and ecological economics. Throughout her career, she has challenged conventional economic models, advocating for the inclusion of care, sustainability, and ethics in economic theory. Julie has held notable positions at institutions like Harvard Divinity School and Brandeis University, and her research has had a significant impact on the study of household economics and gendered labor. Julie’s key works include Economics for Humans and Beyond Economic Man, which critique the male-dominated focus of traditional economics and emphasize the importance of unpaid care work and ethical considerations. She has received several awards, including the Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Scholarship, and her contributions continue to shape discussions around economic justice, sustainability, and social equity. Discover more about Julie Nelson's extensive work on her website: https://julieanelson.com/ #FeministEconomics #GoodbyeHomoEconomicus #HelloHumanEconomics #BusinessforHumanity #transformation #leadership #personaldevelopment #feminism #management #business Silvio Christoffel Antoinette Weibel Otti Vogt Kees Klomp

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?? #BusinessforHumanity meets Happiness Economics: Join us for an enlightening journey into the future of business and economics with Helena Norberg-Hodge! Discover how we can transform our economic system to prioritize human well-being and environmental sustainability. Helena Norberg-Hodge, renowned linguist, author, and filmmaker, shares her decades of wisdom on creating a more localized, compassionate economy. In this recorded session, you'll explore: ? The concept of the "Economics of Happiness" and its potential to reshape our world ?? Practical strategies for building resilient local economies ?? How to balance global interconnectedness with local sustainability ?? Insights from Helena's groundbreaking work in Ladakh and beyond Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the pioneers of the new economy movement. Helena's unique perspective, drawn from her experiences across cultures and continents, offers a fresh and hopeful vision for our collective future. Whether you're a business leader, activist, or simply concerned about the state of our world, this session will inspire you to become part of the solution. ?? Watch now and join the movement towards a more human-centered, ecologically-sound economic paradigm! ?? Direct access to all the session parts, reference materials, and further resources: https://lnkd.in/euTdexsA ?? Registrations are now open for our upcoming session about FEMINIST ECONOMICS with Julie Nelson, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Boston and a trailblazer in feminist economics, with her research spanning across ethics, gender, ecological economics, and the philosophy of economics. #goodorganisations #leadership #alternativestocapitalism #innovation #transformation #grli #wef #leadershipsociety #csr #sustainability #capitalism Kees Klomp Antoinette Weibel Silvio Christoffel