A selection of feature pieces exploring sustainability, accountability, and the global forces shaping responsible business today.
ESG: ‘Five Archetypes of Behaviour’
Thoughts on the “five archetypes of behavior” postulated by N. Craig Smith and Ron Soonieus in their Harvard Business Review article – “How Board Members Really Feel About ESG, from Deniers to True Believers” – which highlighted ‘the gap between aspiration and action’ when it comes to ESG.
Creativity: an untapped resource
Thoughts on creativity, inspired by the coronavirus crisis. A reminder that companies should do more to harness this valuable resource.
Responsible Companies, Impact and Common Sense
Thoughts on being a responsible company, the impact spectrum and a reminder that all we really need is a little bit of common sense.
The Cloak of Social Responsibility
Thoughts on Milton Friedman’s infamous letter on the concept of corporate social responsibility. In one sense he has a point. The world needs more authenticity; there are a lot of fugazis out there.
A Seinfeld Take on Sustainability Plans
Drawing on the comedy of Jerry Seinfeld, some thoughts on the failure to meet the most important part of sustainability plans, the execution.
Follow through on ESG
The interest in ESG and responsible investing has gathered momentum but we need to see more follow through. ESG Ireland has been established to help bring the change we need to see.