The document discusses the concepts of the "head" and the "long tail" in relation to social entrepreneurship. The head refers to large, scaled organizations, while the long tail refers to many smaller, niche social enterprises. While there is a focus on scaling up head organizations, the long tail has great potential aggregate impact due to the large number of small enterprises. Both the head and long tail approaches have benefits and risks, such as generic vs. niche solutions, and there is a question of how to effectively support the long tail while allowing for cooperation between the two approaches.
This document announces an upcoming conference to exchange ideas around topics like uniqueness, team building, communication, branding, and success. The conference will discuss strategies for individuals as well as their businesses in areas such as advertising, public relations, and social media. Attendees are encouraged to contact the organizer by email or phone to participate.
The document discusses the concepts of the "head" and the "long tail" in relation to social entrepreneurship. The head refers to large, scaled organizations, while the long tail refers to many smaller, niche social enterprises. While there is a focus on scaling up head organizations, the long tail has great potential aggregate impact due to the large number of small enterprises. Both the head and long tail approaches have benefits and risks, such as generic vs. niche solutions, and there is a question of how to effectively support the long tail while allowing for cooperation between the two approaches.
This document announces an upcoming conference to exchange ideas around topics like uniqueness, team building, communication, branding, and success. The conference will discuss strategies for individuals as well as their businesses in areas such as advertising, public relations, and social media. Attendees are encouraged to contact the organizer by email or phone to participate.
This document discusses how corporate reputation and brands are shaped online by opinions shared by individuals. It notes that brands are created and can be destroyed by what people say about companies online. Online conversations have the power to impact how companies are perceived through creation, opinions, beliefs, and discussions between people on social media and other online forums.
I really don't know where this originated, but it landed in my mailbox one day and my son became fan of the song and the singer. I am not sure whether it will have its full capabilities of sound on slideshare - but worth sharing
The document discusses creating a balanced UX workflow. It provides examples of workflows for personal projects, freelance projects, agency projects, and application development. It also shows Mailchimp's UX workflow involving design, support, development, compliance, and mobile teams. The document emphasizes that user experience is everyone's responsibility and that Mailchimp's goal is to create an intuitive, easy to use app that empowers and surprises users. It concludes with discussing lessons learned about user desires, expectations, and fears.
The document discusses the removal of price controls on BT Group's landline rental and call charges in the UK. Ofcom, the communications industry regulator, decided to scrap the four-year old retail pricing regime, allowing BT to cut prices to compete with cheaper rivals. This reflects the growth of competition in the UK telecommunications market from providers like cable companies, resulting in falling prices for customers.
The document provides guidance on effectively communicating with the media and influencing readers through five key steps - understanding the media, crafting the right message, choosing the appropriate spokesperson, handling journalists, and maintaining credibility. It outlines best practices for crafting concise yet comprehensive messages, preparing the spokesperson, managing different types of journalists, and answering difficult questions while staying on message. The overall aim is to control the narrative and share your story in a positive, strategic manner.
Educating the importance of communication to EngineersTushar Panchal
This was for a training conducted for engineers who were going to interact with public during the construction of a large infrastructure project in the busy city.
AIESEC is the world's largest student organization present in over 800 universities across 95 countries. It has 500+ members across 5 cities and 10 universities in mainland China. In 2005-2006, AIESEC mainland China had 71 incoming and 102 outgoing interns. AIESEC enables about 3,500 members annually to do international internships between 2-18 months in over 5,000 partner organizations worldwide in fields like management, education, and development. It provides opportunities for leadership development, multi-functional skills training, and building a diverse global network through international exchange programs.
Social enterprises use business approaches to create social value by addressing social issues. They have a social purpose, use entrepreneurial methods, and are owned by the public. Social enterprises can be nonprofits or separate legal entities. They blend social and economic goals to be sustainable while achieving their social mission. Common models include cooperatives, community development organizations, and social firms that provide jobs.
This document discusses how corporate reputation and brands are shaped online by opinions shared by individuals. It notes that brands are created and can be destroyed by what people say about companies online. Online conversations have the power to impact how companies are perceived through creation, opinions, beliefs, and discussions between people on social media and other online forums.
I really don't know where this originated, but it landed in my mailbox one day and my son became fan of the song and the singer. I am not sure whether it will have its full capabilities of sound on slideshare - but worth sharing
The document discusses creating a balanced UX workflow. It provides examples of workflows for personal projects, freelance projects, agency projects, and application development. It also shows Mailchimp's UX workflow involving design, support, development, compliance, and mobile teams. The document emphasizes that user experience is everyone's responsibility and that Mailchimp's goal is to create an intuitive, easy to use app that empowers and surprises users. It concludes with discussing lessons learned about user desires, expectations, and fears.
The document discusses the removal of price controls on BT Group's landline rental and call charges in the UK. Ofcom, the communications industry regulator, decided to scrap the four-year old retail pricing regime, allowing BT to cut prices to compete with cheaper rivals. This reflects the growth of competition in the UK telecommunications market from providers like cable companies, resulting in falling prices for customers.
The document provides guidance on effectively communicating with the media and influencing readers through five key steps - understanding the media, crafting the right message, choosing the appropriate spokesperson, handling journalists, and maintaining credibility. It outlines best practices for crafting concise yet comprehensive messages, preparing the spokesperson, managing different types of journalists, and answering difficult questions while staying on message. The overall aim is to control the narrative and share your story in a positive, strategic manner.
Educating the importance of communication to EngineersTushar Panchal
This was for a training conducted for engineers who were going to interact with public during the construction of a large infrastructure project in the busy city.
AIESEC is the world's largest student organization present in over 800 universities across 95 countries. It has 500+ members across 5 cities and 10 universities in mainland China. In 2005-2006, AIESEC mainland China had 71 incoming and 102 outgoing interns. AIESEC enables about 3,500 members annually to do international internships between 2-18 months in over 5,000 partner organizations worldwide in fields like management, education, and development. It provides opportunities for leadership development, multi-functional skills training, and building a diverse global network through international exchange programs.
Social enterprises use business approaches to create social value by addressing social issues. They have a social purpose, use entrepreneurial methods, and are owned by the public. Social enterprises can be nonprofits or separate legal entities. They blend social and economic goals to be sustainable while achieving their social mission. Common models include cooperatives, community development organizations, and social firms that provide jobs.