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Introduction to Human-Centered Design
Master human-centered design with IDEO.org to solve real world challenges
7 Weeks
On-Demand
Free
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Social Impact Analysis
Assess the impact of your initiative and take steps to improve it
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
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Systems Practice
Learn to use a systems thinking approach to move from “impossible” to impact
8 weeks
On-Demand
Free
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Nonprofit Fundraising Essentials
Embrace Entrepreneurial And Strategic Approaches To Fundraise More Effectively
7 weeks
On-Demand
Free
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Angela Duckworth on Building Grit
Develop the habits of perseverance and identify your passion in order to achieve your goals
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
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Innovate
Acumen's Patient Capital
Lessons from 20 years of impact investing
2.5 hour
On-Demand
$25
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Introduction to Radical Listening
Learn practices to build trust, deepen connection, and hear community-led solutions
1 hour
On-Demand
Free
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The Path of Moral Leadership
Hard-edged skills to start building a better world
9 Weeks
On-Demand
Free
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Sheila Heen on Difficult Conversations
Understand the layers of tough conversations in order to connect with authenticity and empathy
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Board Strategy 101
Learn the What, When, and How of Building a Board of Directors
45 min
On-Demand
Free
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Jonathan Greenblatt on Fighting Hate & Bias
Stand up to hate and bias in our communities, workplaces, and online
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Elizabeth Gilbert’s Creativity Workshop
Jumpstart your creative journey with these everyday practices
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Adam Grant on Developing Original Ideas
Kickstart your creativity in order to change the world
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Debbie Millman on Branding for Social Change
Build a purpose-driven brand aligned with your social mission
5 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Designing for Environmental Sustainability and Social Impact
Develop entrepreneurial solutions that promote environmental conservation and address problems of poverty
5 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Business Models for Social Enterprise
Build a business model to launch your social enterprise
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Chris Anderson on Public Speaking
Learn the secrets of delivering a powerful talk from the leader of TED
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Krista Tippett on the Art of Conversation
Hold transformative conversations with insights and practices from an NPR host
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Lean Data Approaches to Measure Social Impact
Use low-cost technology to gain high-quality customer data and insights
5 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Human-Centered Design 201: Prototyping
Learn from IDEO.org designers to make your ideas come to life
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Lean Startup Principles for the Social Sector
Apply the innovation methods from Silicon Valley to social issues
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Financial Statements 101
Basic principles of accounting to understand your enterprise’s financial health
2.5 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Start Your Social Change Journey
Narrow your focus on a social issue and take steps to create impact.
1 hour
On-Demand
$25
More Info
Build
Building an Organizational Culture that Works
One Social Entrepreneur’s Journey
1 hour
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Social Entrepreneurship 101
Discover your passion and path to change the world
5 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Inclusive Business: Redefine Success
Balance social impact alongside profitability
3.5 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Hiring Talent for Social Enterprises
Simple strategies to build a dedicated, values-aligned team
4.5 Hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Sarah Robb O’Hagan on Competitive Advantage
Learn how to unlock the best version of yourself and your organization
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Introduction to Human-Centered Design
Master human-centered design with IDEO.org to solve real world challenges
7 Weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Mihir Desai on Demystifying Finance
Comprehend the underlying concepts of finance through examples from popular stories
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Inclusive Business: Reimagine Key Operations
Build inclusive practices for your workforce, customers, supply chain, and governance
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Dan Ariely on Changing Customer Behavior
Harness the principles of behavioral change to reach more customers and create impact
10 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Emily Esfahani Smith on Living a Meaningful Life
Learn concrete strategies for finding meaning and pursuing a life that matters
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Theory of Change for Brand Communications
Build your social venture brand from the inside out
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Social Impact Analysis
Assess the impact of your initiative and take steps to improve it
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Adaptive Leadership
Mobilizing for change and disrupting the status quo
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Prasad Setty of Google on People Analytics
Learn from Google's VP of Digital Work Experience about how to use data for human resources and apply Google's research on teams to your own organization
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Al Pittampalli on Embracing Persuadability
Gain the secret skill of all great modern leaders.
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Daniel Pink on the Art of Selling
Move people to take action in a personal and purposeful way
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Scott Sonenshein on Resourcefulness
Achieve more with less by developing a "stretch mindset"
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Storytelling for Change
Improve your public speaking by uncovering and communicating your personal story
6 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Filters
Build
Debbie Millman on Branding for Social Change
Build a purpose-driven brand aligned with your social mission
5 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Building an Organizational Culture that Works
One Social Entrepreneur’s Journey
1 hour
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Emily Esfahani Smith on Living a Meaningful Life
Learn concrete strategies for finding meaning and pursuing a life that matters
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Theory of Change for Brand Communications
Build your social venture brand from the inside out
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Adaptive Leadership
Mobilizing for change and disrupting the status quo
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Mihir Desai on Demystifying Finance
Comprehend the underlying concepts of finance through examples from popular stories
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Acumen's Patient Capital
Lessons from 20 years of impact investing
2.5 hour
On-Demand
$25
More Info
Build
Financial Statements 101
Basic principles of accounting to understand your enterprise’s financial health
2.5 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Systems Practice
Learn to use a systems thinking approach to move from “impossible” to impact
8 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Inclusive Business: Reimagine Key Operations
Build inclusive practices for your workforce, customers, supply chain, and governance
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Jonathan Greenblatt on Fighting Hate & Bias
Stand up to hate and bias in our communities, workplaces, and online
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Scott Sonenshein on Resourcefulness
Achieve more with less by developing a "stretch mindset"
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Lean Startup Principles for the Social Sector
Apply the innovation methods from Silicon Valley to social issues
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Human-Centered Design 201: Prototyping
Learn from IDEO.org designers to make your ideas come to life
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Lean Data Approaches to Measure Social Impact
Use low-cost technology to gain high-quality customer data and insights
5 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Business Models for Social Enterprise
Build a business model to launch your social enterprise
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Chris Anderson on Public Speaking
Learn the secrets of delivering a powerful talk from the leader of TED
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Dan Ariely on Changing Customer Behavior
Harness the principles of behavioral change to reach more customers and create impact
10 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Hiring Talent for Social Enterprises
Simple strategies to build a dedicated, values-aligned team
4.5 Hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Al Pittampalli on Embracing Persuadability
Gain the secret skill of all great modern leaders.
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Inclusive Business: Redefine Success
Balance social impact alongside profitability
3.5 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Introduction to Radical Listening
Learn practices to build trust, deepen connection, and hear community-led solutions
1 hour
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Sheila Heen on Difficult Conversations
Understand the layers of tough conversations in order to connect with authenticity and empathy
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Elizabeth Gilbert’s Creativity Workshop
Jumpstart your creative journey with these everyday practices
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Krista Tippett on the Art of Conversation
Hold transformative conversations with insights and practices from an NPR host
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Adam Grant on Developing Original Ideas
Kickstart your creativity in order to change the world
2 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Social Entrepreneurship 101
Discover your passion and path to change the world
5 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Designing for Environmental Sustainability and Social Impact
Develop entrepreneurial solutions that promote environmental conservation and address problems of poverty
5 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Storytelling for Change
Improve your public speaking by uncovering and communicating your personal story
6 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Start Your Social Change Journey
Narrow your focus on a social issue and take steps to create impact.
1 hour
On-Demand
$25
More Info
Build
Daniel Pink on the Art of Selling
Move people to take action in a personal and purposeful way
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Sarah Robb O’Hagan on Competitive Advantage
Learn how to unlock the best version of yourself and your organization
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Board Strategy 101
Learn the What, When, and How of Building a Board of Directors
45 min
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Prasad Setty of Google on People Analytics
Learn from Google's VP of Digital Work Experience about how to use data for human resources and apply Google's research on teams to your own organization
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Social Impact Analysis
Assess the impact of your initiative and take steps to improve it
4 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
Angela Duckworth on Building Grit
Develop the habits of perseverance and identify your passion in order to achieve your goals
3 hours
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Lead
The Path of Moral Leadership
Hard-edged skills to start building a better world
9 Weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Build
Nonprofit Fundraising Essentials
Embrace Entrepreneurial And Strategic Approaches To Fundraise More Effectively
7 weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
Innovate
Introduction to Human-Centered Design
Master human-centered design with IDEO.org to solve real world challenges
7 Weeks
On-Demand
Free
More Info
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