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Microfinance Is Good for Women, but It's Only Part of the Solution

Harvard Business Review

Career paths are not one-size-fits-all, yet in emerging markets, it's often assumed that microfinance — the use of small loans to foster self-reliant small businesses in a community setting — is the only path for women seeking economic opportunity. Microfinance was one issue that we considered.

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How Social Entrepreneurs Can Have the Most Impact

Harvard Business Review

And Bill Gates announced he was shifting his priorities from software development to social impact by moving full time to his foundation. Civic Ventures had recently released its first survey of baby boomers and found at least half were interested in “ encore careers ” helping others. In the broader U.S.

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Entrepreneurs: You're More Important Than Your Business Plan

Harvard Business Review

And we are often happy to review these start-up plans — which include the typical elements such as a product description, competitive analysis, estimate of market size, and projected financials. The kids develop discipline and focus, but also practical, marketable skills. Marquis found a way to do this. Importance.