Major corporations have demonstrated no meaningful interest in the bottom-of-the-pyramid market, and it seems unlikely to do so in the future because it squanders resources. Who will fix this disconnect?
If you’re keen for a taste of what life is like as an entrepreneur, publish a book. Read the key insights this entrepreneur gained after publishing his first book.
There's a lot to be learned from those who’ve been there, done it, and know what works. Read this post for 5 key learnings gathered from the most effective social entrepreneurs across the country.
University Innovation Fellows respond to Larry Page's assertion that, "I would rather give billions to Elon Musk than charity." They believe, "The future depends on us. The time is now."
Recently Larry Page was quoted as saying; “I Would Rather Give My Billions To Elon Musk Than Charity.” This is Paul Polak’s thoughtful response to Larry’s idea.
Every 20 seconds a child dies for lack of access to potable water. Pedro Delgado of Agua Inc is combatting the water crisis and changing the world for the better.
Starting a company is hard. Best case scenario: your bet pays off and you uncover a monster opportunity. Worst case scenario: you don’t (but you spend a few years working on something you love). Read this post for the secret to making the "best case scenario" more likely.
Why should we spend money on space exploration when we have so many problems here on planet Earth? The answer to solving the world's biggest problems is in the stars. Read what this astronaut has to say about it.
This week we felt it was time to get on with some work, and explore the principles that will underpin the business we (and you) are starting. Let's look at how to work toward your triple bottom line (and make it work in the real world).
Want to launch a startup or get a job focused on solving meaningful problems? Watch this video as Manoj Sinha, founder of one of the successful energy startups in emerging markets, gives advice to anyone wondering where they should start.
As a social entrepreneur, are you constantly wrestling with pressures and trade-offs of building a company that holds high environmental and social standards? Read this post for 4 ways to create an actual social enterprise.
So you want to make a dent on the world's greatest problems, huh? The best way to start is articulating your thoughts. Read this post to learn why the key to doing this is picking up a pen and writing.
Founder of Engineers Without Borders, Bernard Amadei speaks to the importance of taking compassionate action, how to succeed in social endeavors, and explains the buzz around disruptive technology.
After working with many startup heroes of mine, I’m left asking myself this question: To be one of those few entrepreneurs, inventors, or creatives who puts a dent on history, do we need to work 18-20 hour days, 7 days a week?
The technology companies who sailed around the world with us for Unreasonable at Sea had 6 minutes to share the story of their company to hundreds of people packed into an auditorium in Barcelona. This is one of those talks.