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From harnessing the power of social enterprise to the navigating the disruptions we are all living through, the journey of On Purpose International is also one that our wider movement has gone and is going through. On Purpose London started in...

Why do so many people persist with trying to plan change? We all know the adage that "the plan doesn't survive contact with reality". I used to assume that this was because most plans are just not good enough to survive contact with reality. But...

This article is part 11 of 12 in Tom Rippin's Economy Myth Busters series. The inventor of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) told us not to use it as a measure of success. We've been ignoring him for 90 years. Simon Kuznets invented GDP. He also...

Well nearly 8 months after our initial planning workshop, led by my fellow On Purpose Associates, Emma Kemp, Maddy Willson and Rhea Patel, we are excited to release the latest series of ' A Moment of Change ': a podcast that features...

Embarking on a new career path can be both exhilarating and daunting. As our Associates approach the end of the programme, the big question arises: what comes next? To help answer this, we spoke to our Fellows and asked, "How did you approach...

During their time on the Associate Programme, our Associates work in two purpose-driven organisations and get hands-on experience with challenging industry projects. Placement hosts can be social enterprises, social divisions of for-profit...

An actionable guide written in plain english with examples Often when talking about systems thinking, I get stuck. I explain to friends that systems thinking is about seeing how complex the world is and how everything is connected. Their response...

Whatever people think about New Year Resolutions, the pubs are quieter in January and the gyms are busier. Meanwhile on Saturday mornings, all around the country, the phenomenon of Parkrun sees an uptick in attendance as people look to get into...

A healthy economy is an economy that meets the needs of its people within the planet’s boundaries. In order for this economy to be realised, it means rethinking growth - rather than the relentless pursuit of financial growth, focusing on...

Have you felt that your work doesn't align with what truly inspires you? You're not alone. Many people spend years climbing professional ladders only to find they lead to unfulfilling paths. The quest to connect your career with your purpose is...

We’re excited to introduce Charlotte, our new London Co-Lead and Head of Programme & Organisational Development! Two months into the role, Charlotte shares what drew her to On Purpose, her journey so far, and what inspires her. Why did you decide...

During their time on the Associate Programme, our Associates work in two purpose-driven organisations and get hands-on experience with challenging industry projects. Placement hosts can be social enterprises, social divisions of for-profit...