People, Culture and Purpose. Raad Seraj, Client Success Manager, shares his unique career journey and why he values working at Benevity

Finding a way to combine multiple passions and interests can be a challenging task. This international student from Bangladesh has done that and so much more in his 15 years in Canada – from cancer research, cofounding a tech startup, consulting at a globally renowned innovation hub and even hosting …

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Aligning Values With Work. An Interview with Naomi Morenzoni, Vice President of Philanthropy Strategy at Salesforce.org

Naomi Morenzoni, Vice President, Philanthropy Strategy at Salesforce.org and Evangelist for Pledge 1% Naomi leads Salesforce.org’s efforts to encourage and enable companies to adopt an integrated philanthropy model, in which 1% product, 1% equity and 1% time are dedicated to improving communities around the world. She also heads Salesforce’s strategic …

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5 Meaningful Job Search Hacks for the New Year

As we enter into a new decade, you may have an itch to pursue a new career path or explore new opportunities. Whatever your reason may be, we want to support you in your job search. To help you, here are 5 simple tips on how to better streamline your …

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Clean Energy Entrepreneur shares how he turned his passion for the environment into a career to better the planet – with Co-founder of CoPower, David Berliner

Born and raised in Montreal, Canada, this clean energy entrepreneur shares his passion for the environment, outdoors and nature. Meet David Berliner, the Co-founder and Managing Director of CoPower. Growing up spending his summers at wilderness camps, David recalls how those moments instilled in him a deep passion for the …

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How to match your personal image to the social impact job you want

It’s important that your overall image matches your career goals, especially when trying to get a social impact job. It’s your responsibility to show your commitment to improving the world we live in and to prove your value to the organization. Here are three things you need to work on …

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Sometimes we could all use a little help

Ever thought to ask someone else for help? Ever heard of a career coach?

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Liyah Babayan – a social entrepreneur, genocide survivor and refugee who’s changing the world!

A first generation entrepreneur, genocide survivor and refugee New American, Liyah Babayan has seen what it takes to survive. Liyah shares what she’s learned along the way and advice for others who want to make a difference.

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Through the impact lens of an activist, entrepreneur, and consultant: Sana Mustafa

With a passion to help others and a determination to do more, Sana shares stories about her work and her advice on the space of social impact.

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Starting a career in Impact Investing

There’s a growing group of individuals looking to build a career in impact, and admittedly, these steps are not always clear. Here is what you need to know…

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Making an impact with Tonya Surman, Co-founder & CEO of the Centre for Social Innovation

Tonya shares with us her story, in which purpose and profit, collaboration and leadership, making social change and having fun doing it, are the paradoxes that have been at the centre of who she is today.

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Founder and Creative Director, Melissa Orozco, shares just how PR has the ability to be used as a force for good

Melissa shares how she started Yulu PR and her advice for those looking to break into the corporate social impact space.

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Creating a living planet with Adrienne Lo, Head of Living Planet @ Work for WWF Canada

Highlighting the perfect combination of purpose and impact, Adrienne shares her career path and life as the Head of Living Planet @ Work at WWF Canada.

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There are no definitive paths to a career in social impact with Kory McLaughlin, Co-founder of Tenfed

Kory McLaughlin, Co-founder of Tenfed shares his career path and advice on making a positive impact in your career.

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Purpose driven women to watch for in 2019 (get inspired)!

In celebration of International Women’s Day, read these inspiring words from women who are revolutionizing the way we do business.

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Creating solutions and building success with Helen Harakas, Executive Director of Brands For Canada

An inside scoop from the Executive Director of Brands For Canada on what is possible when you have the right tools for success!

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Tim Nash, Founder of Good Investing, and his journey to impact

Tim Nash shares his story on how he saw a need to help those make better impactful investing decisions.

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After interviewing more than 100 impact professionals, the best advice they have share these themes

Insights from our interviews could changes how you think about your impact career. Opportunities for having a social impact career are on the rise, but as the number of jobs increase and the sector grows, so does the level of competition. The difference between those who succeed and those who don’t lies in their actions. …

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How to volunteer your way to a career switch: Q&A with Rose Lipton, Director of Canada Programs, Right To Play

Rose Lipton had always wanted to be a teacher, but when she started teaching she found herself frustrated by the systemic challenges of the public school system and made the difficult decision to switch career paths. Taking a more active role on a community level, Rose started volunteering. Rose’s story …

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The first step to getting the impact job of your dreams

How to career plan in the impact economy including a practical (and fun) exercise to help you get the impact career of your dreams.

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