Many social enterprises struggle to balance social and commercial objectives. For some, ‘business as usual’ is even more difficult, as On Purpose Associate Katherine Hewetson explains.

Before my first day at Bad Boys Bakery I had neither stepped foot in a prison nor…

In the second of our UK Volunteers’ Week series of blogs, Constança Santos (October 2013) explores the importance of reflecting on a volunteering experience once it’s completed, and how doing so impacted her career.

The English are a bewildering species, claims the multicultural, mixed-nationality Nadia Laabs, Oct ’14 Associate, who offers some tips for navigating culture shock in the workplace.

18 months ago OnP Fellow Abi Childs started her yoga clothing brand with a partner. This week she tells us about her entrepreneurial adventure.

I’ve just launched an ethical yoga clothing brand, Samanata Yogi, with my business…

Noor Khan, Oct ’14 Associate, is moving from a career in investment banking technology to social enterprise. Nine months into the On Purpose programme, he shares what he’s learned from the transition.

African enterprises still face barriers in accessing lucrative Western markets. But the quality of their products is attracting the interest of major retailers — and Rebecca Dove, October ’14 Associate, feels optimistic.

From banking to founding a start up focused on mindfulness, On Purpose Fellow Jo Living tells us about her experience after On Purpose.

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