Sustainable Business

You'll never see leadership the same way again after reading this book. These 15 commitments are a distillation of decades of work with CEOs and other leaders. They are radical or provocative for many. They have been game changers for us and for our clients. We trust they will be for you too. Our experience is that unconscious leadership is not sustainable. It won't work for you, your team, or your organization in the long term.

Klaus Kleinfeld draws on decades of global business experience from large scale to startups across a wide range of industries. He reveals how to win both the Outer Game of business success and the Inner Game of personal fulfillment. Leading to Thrive charts a transformative path of preserving and recovering your energy, achieving balance, and finding true purpose and meaning. It then goes into showing how to build an inspiring vision, create competitive advantages, and develop world-class teams.

In Net Zero Business Models: Winning in the Global Net Zero Economy, two accomplished business transformation thought leaders deliver a revolutionary new take on how to transition from business models that are contributing to worldwide climate disaster to net zero models consistent with long-term sustainability. In the book, you'll discover what net zero emissions means, how to implement net zero emission business models, what the overall transition to a net zero emissions economy looks like, and, ultimately, how civilization itself will transition to net zero.

Are you ready to turn your passion into a powerful, profitable online business? Digital Products Business Manual is your essential guide to building, launching, and scaling a successful digital products empire. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned entrepreneur, this comprehensive manual will demystify the world of digital goods, from ebooks and online courses to templates and printables.

Entrepreneurs have a problem: startups. Almost all startups either fail or never truly reach a sustainable size. Despite the popularity of entrepreneurship, we haven't engineered a better way to start...until now. What if you could skip the startup phase and generate profitable revenue on day one? In Buy Then Build, acquisition entrepreneur Walker Deibel shows you how to begin with a sustainable, profitable company and grow from there.

In the years following her role as the lead author of the international best seller, Limits to Growth - the first book to show the consequences of unchecked growth on a finite planet - Donella Meadows remained a pioneer of environmental and social analysis until her untimely death in 2001. Thinking in Systems is a concise and crucial book offering insight for problem-solving on scales ranging from the personal to the global. Edited by the Sustainability Institute's Diana Wright, this essential primer brings systems thinking out of the realm of computers and equations and into the tangible world....

Business is the most pervasive and influential force on the planet today. Its activities transcend national and international borders. Its activities are not unduly constrained by financial, political, cultural, ethnic, or religious concerns. The net of this is that business, as a prevalent and important force, has a moral responsibility to guide, enhance, value, and nourish the existence of all that it encounters. In the world today, the absolute opposite of this occurs. Business today seldom assesses the efficacy of its activities through the lens of anything but profit. Traditional ...

Introducing "The Complete Beginner's Guide to Starting Your Own Window Cleaning Business" - your one-stop resource for launching a successful and eco-friendly window cleaning venture! This comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step, from identifying your niche to executing intelligent business strategies, empowering you to build a thriving window cleaning empire. In the modern world where sustainability is imperative, learn how to focus on environmentally friendly cleaning solutions in Chapter 1. Navigate through the essentials of a robust business plan, licensing, and legal requirements to...

Grant Writing Blueprint 2025 is your step-by-step guide to mastering the new era of funding. The rules of grant writing have changed – funders are no longer swayed solely by emotional stories. Today, they demand data, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and compliance with increasingly technical submission portals. Inside this hands-on guide, you’ll discover: AI-smart tactics to streamline research and compliance without losing your authentic voice. Funder insights so you know exactly what government agencies, foundations, corporations, and new funding models are really looking for. ...

You want to pursue meaningful work and succeed professionally, and you know that personal pursuits matter and fuel your happiness, too. But in today's world, the pressure to do it all can leave you stretched thin and questioning everything—your direction, your choices, and even your ambitions themselves. Time-management techniques and productivity hacks aren’t enough. The endless search for balance feels like chasing a mirage.

No experience in farming? No problem! The Profitable Hobby Farm gives you all the tools you need to launch a thriving hobby-farm business. Based on the author's expert guidance and the motivating experiences of other small farmers, it shows you how to blend strategy, marketing, and money management in order to prosper. The Profitable Hobby Farm provides sound, friendly start-up advice on a variety of topics essential to making an initial foray into a local-foods venture. A supplemental PDF is included with this audiobook.

Scale Your Small Business introduces the SCALE-UP system—a framework that helps you grow your business while reclaiming your personal life. Through case studies and expert guidance, you'll discover how to achieve genuine work-life harmony without compromising your business success. You'll learn to master time allocation, create sustainable growth strategies, and implement daily habits that support professional achievement and personal fulfillment. This isn't another business book focused on profits—it's a holistic approach that recognizes your success includes having a life you actually enjoy.

Growing on just one and a half acres, owners Jean-Martin and Maude-Helène feed more than 200 families through their thriving CSA and seasonal market stands and supply their signature mesclun salad mix to dozens of local establishments. The secret of their success is the low-tech, high-yield production methods they've developed by focusing on growing better rather than growing bigger, making their operation more lucrative and viable in the process.

What if everything you've been told about building a successful digital business is wrong? While most entrepreneurs are grinding 60+ hours a week, burning out, and watching their businesses consume their lives, a select few are building million-dollar enterprises in just 10 hours per week. The difference isn't luck, talent, or timing—it's strategy. The Scaling Paradox That's Killing Your Freedom You started your digital business to gain freedom, but instead you've created a prison. Every "growth milestone" demands more of your time, not less. You're drowning in: Technical complexity that ...

Creating and implementing a new sustainability program can be daunting–where to start?

Sustainable Business Practices: Integrating ISO 14001 for Long-Term Environmental Success Achieving Profitability & Sustainability Through ISO 14001 Best Practices Introduction Sustainability is no longer just an ethical choice—it is a business necessity. Companies that integrate ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems (EMS) into their operations not only reduce risks and comply with regulations but also improve profitability, efficiency, and brand reputation. "Sustainable Business Practices: Integrating ISO 14001 for Long-Term Environmental Success" is a complete guide to implementing...

Introducing "Event Planner Entrepreneur" – your one-stop solution to launch a successful cultural festival planning business! Have you ever dreamt of orchestrating some of the most mesmerizing cultural festivals, bringing different communities together, and showcasing the rich traditions of various cultures? Look no further! This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essentials of planning unforgettable and inclusive cultural events. Dive into the colorful world of cultural festivals and celebrations as you master the art of market research, identify your target audience, and find...

“A must-read for anyone in philanthropy, particularly those who question whether and how philanthropic resources can address the current, complex challenges our world faces.” —Nick Tedesco, president and chief executive officer of the National Center for Family Philanthropy A blueprint for...

In The New Nature of Business: The Path to Prosperity and Sustainability, businessman Andre Hoffmann and journalist Peter Vanham describe how companies should change their ways to have continued success, and why the current modus operandi is not working. They present a template for creating "sustainable prosperity", and case-studies of companies that survived and thrived by opting for change. In doing so, they provide a way out of long-standing dilemmas, such as how to balance business needs with impact on nature, shareholders with stakeholders, and short-term vs. long-term profits.

Are you ready to turn your passion for homesteading into a thriving business? Look no further than the comprehensive guidebook, Homestead Entrepreneurship. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your existing homestead venture to the next level, this book provides practical, actionable advice for success. With 20 chapters written by experienced homestead entrepreneurs, you'll gain a wealth of knowledge on everything from finding your niche to managing your finances. Chapter 1 introduces you to the concept of homesteading entrepreneurship and its potential for financial and ...