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Aligning People. Building Culture. Driving Change. 

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Its the ability to bring people together around a shared vision, foster a culture that empowers them, and take meaningful action when it matters most. Theyre the ones that have mastered three deeply interconnected capabilities: Aligning People. Leaders must constantly ask: Do our people understand the “why” behind our work?

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How to tell the difference between ‘good’ stress and ‘bad’ stress

Fast Company Tech

To understand the difference between good and bad stress, Krasno offers this example: If you were hiking and ran across a rattlesnake on the path, you’d probably have a stress response that serves your biological imperative to survive, he says. It keeps people in a state of chronic stress, and that’s really when stress is bad.

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This magical California camp is designed by—and for—visually impaired people

Fast Company Tech

The camp was originally designed in the early 1900s for people with sight, but it has become a beloved retreat for the blind and visually-impaired for the last 75 years. This is an experience and a property that reflects that it was created by and for blind people.

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How tech can help people with dementia stay in the workplace longer

Fast Company Tech

We were curious about how typical Pauls experience was of the trajectories of people diagnosed while working. More people are extending their working lives beyond traditional retirement ages, and many more are being diagnosed with dementia. Older people are often stereotyped as technologically incompetent.

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How people secured their secrets before encyption

Fast Company Tech

Centuries before encrypted texts and secure video conferencing, people relied on physical engineering to keep their written messages sturdy, sealed, and secure against eavesdroppers. The letterlocking categories and formats chart visualising different ways to organise letterlocking evidence. Image:MIT Libraries, MC0760, UH6203.]

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5 Ways to Build a Digital Community that will Transform Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Digital communities allow nonprofits to reach more people, amplify their message, and increase their overall impact. Ideally, dedicating 15 minutes each weekday to engagement can make a significant difference in building a supportive online community. This is why every nonprofit should be focused on expanding their online presence.

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6 Strategies to Involve Young People in Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Most nonprofits would love to have more young people join their cause as volunteers or donors. Gen Z has immense potential to make a difference. We understand nonprofits face numerous challenges, and focusing on young people may seem like a task for tomorrow or next week. But, as you well know, new supporters are essential.

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