Calling all corporate citizens, committed to leaving a positive imprint on the world!
The business world as we know it is changing and you want your company to be ahead of the curve. Fortunately, your company leadership takes a long view of their position and intends to serve their stakeholders well into the future.
To be a leader in the new paradigm shift to shared values, the needs of your shareholders, customers, employees and the public, are paramount.
Ready to Lead: Social Impact Strategies from the Inside Out
Create a culture of innovation and a competitive advantage by responding to the demands of big business, your stakeholders and a world in need.
This program is designed for small to midsize companies to help them successfully embed the principles of social accountability and impact into the fabric of their business.. Your company will receive access to in-depth online content, worksheets, templates and the concrete tools you need to execute your unique strategy effectively in addition to consulting with Linda about the specific needs of your business.
Lead by Linda Lattimore, a renowned figure in the field of Sustained Leadership, Ready to Lead shows your company how to differentiate itself from competitors, attract a new generation of top talent, ensure you have adequate compliance programs and green initiatives, and build strong customer and brand loyalty for years to come.
An American raised in Latin America, Linda has traveled extensively throughout the world as international corporate counsel, witnessing first-hand some of the world’s most pressing social issues. As the Founder of Cross Sector Institute, she is committed to business models that recognize the significance of social responsibility. Her emphasis is on encouraging clients to create thriving corporate social responsibility programs, and to do well even as they do good. Linda’s wealth of knowledge is perfectly positioned to help companies like yours, develop and execute your unique social impact strategy.
Businesses with a robust social impact strategy have consistently outperformed the S&P 500. Integrated with your business strategy, these initiatives put your company at the forefront to transcend price and other factors, becoming the preferred choice of clients and prospects. Further, additional funding sources are available from impact investors who are mission driven and who support companies who show financial longevity and are in it for the long haul.
Ready to Lead helps you create programs that inspire employees, so they want to be a part of something bigger than themselves. Your team members connect to your values and mission becoming advocates for your Employer Brand in both your recruiting and retention efforts.
READY TO LEAD 5-STEP PROGRAM
Take your business from a run-of-the-mill corporation to a vibrant business with a positive social impact.
BENCHMARK WHERE YOUR BUSINESS IS TODAY
- Evaluate where your company stands with our Social Responsibility Assessment.
- Draw your Stakeholder Map. Define who they are and how they impact your business
- Develop or enhance your vision, mission, and values statements — the why, how, and what that drives your impact forward.
DECIDE WHERE YOU WANT TO GO
- Assemble your social responsibility team.
- Define a social impact strategy that supports your overall business strategy and financial goals by aligning company values with stakeholder values.
- Create an action plan, timeline and deliverables for your new impact initiatives your team will lead the charge with.
DECIDE HOW YOU ARE GOING TO GET THERE
- Learn the key indicators to measure your impact. Otherwise, you have nothing to show the world.
- Align with signature partnerships that reflect the core competencies of your business and bolster your competitive advantage.
- Prepare for impact investors and secure targeted funding.
PREPARE TO LEAD
- Survey the field and lead the pack in corporate citizenship. Ensure that your company stands out amongst the rest.
- Create a culture of innovation by prioritizing and incentivizing creative ideas that align with your social impact goals.
- Study your infrastructure, efficiencies and compliance in accordance with current regulations.
TELL THE WORLD ABOUT YOUR EFFORTS
- Secure customer engagement by creating brand loyalty.
- Build a brand that attracts top talent, boosts recruiting and employee retention efforts.
- Report and communicate your impact both internally and externally so each of your stakeholders understands your impact.
PRIVATE CONSULTING WITH LINDA
Email [email protected] or click below to schedule a complimentary consultation call.
