How to Create a Social Enterprise with Dr. Rasheda L. Weaver
Aug 31, 2023We are diving into the heart of entrepreneurship — making a real impact. We're diving into the deep connection between business and community with Dr. Rashida Weaver. She's a true pioneer in the world of global social entrepreneurship and her research, which happens to be the very first comprehensive study of social enterprises in the US, gives us a fresh take on how businesses can be a force for good.
Dr. Weaver isn't just a researcher—she's also the brains behind Weaver's Social Enterprise Directory and a key player in the Global African Descent Social Entrepreneurship Network. Her expertise seamlessly combines business and community. Don't miss out on the chance to learn how to give your business a meaningful purpose. This episode will show you how to make a difference while also boosting your success.
The key takeaways from this episode are:
1. Delve into the essence of entrepreneurship driven by impact as Dr. Weaver unravels the profound link between businesses and communities, fostering a new perspective on how enterprises can catalyze positive change.
2. Dr. Weaver's groundbreaking research, which examines the US's first comprehensive study of social enterprises, emphasizes the potential for businesses to align with community needs, fostering a harmonious relationship.
3. Learn how to infuse your business with a meaningful purpose. Gain actionable wisdom on embedding your mission into your ventures, leveraging social impact as a marketing strategy, and avoiding common pitfalls that hinder the progress of social enterprises.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
[2:45] What is a social entrepreneur?
[7:31] Where did the passion for social entrepreneurship originate?
[9:17] What was an unexpected takeaway from conducting the first large-scale study of social enterprises in America?
[14:07] What are some recommendations to get started and infuse your mission into your business?
[20:18] What are some interesting social entrepreneurship organizations that are inspiring?
[22:58] Is it recommended to lean into your social impact as part of your marketing?
[29:47] What are some of the mistakes that people make in starting social enterprises that hold them back?
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