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According to Drucker, what does the social entrepreneur change?
According to Drucker, what does the social entrepreneur change?
- The cultural capacity of society
- The economic capacity of society
- The performance capacity of society (correct)
- The social capacity of society
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of social entrepreneurs according to Dees?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of social entrepreneurs according to Dees?
- Adopting a mission to create and sustain social value
- Focusing on maximizing profit (correct)
- Acting boldly without being limited by resources currently at hand
- Recognizing and relentlessly pursuing new opportunities to serve the mission
What is a key aspect of social entrepreneurship according to Kramer?
What is a key aspect of social entrepreneurship according to Kramer?
- Finding a new way of doing things (correct)
- Maximizing profits
- Maintaining the status quo
- Focusing on short-term results
What is a characteristic of social entrepreneurs according to Bornstein?
What is a characteristic of social entrepreneurs according to Bornstein?
Who is considered the Father of Social Entrepreneurship Education?
Who is considered the Father of Social Entrepreneurship Education?
What do social entrepreneurs target according to Martin and Osberg?
What do social entrepreneurs target according to Martin and Osberg?
What is a key aspect of social entrepreneurship according to Drayton and Hammonds?
What is a key aspect of social entrepreneurship according to Drayton and Hammonds?
What do social entrepreneurs aim to create according to Dees?
What do social entrepreneurs aim to create according to Dees?
What is the primary goal of social innovation, as defined by Mulgan et al. (2008)?
What is the primary goal of social innovation, as defined by Mulgan et al. (2008)?
What is the key feature of Arunachalam Muruganantham's innovation in producing sanitary napkins?
What is the key feature of Arunachalam Muruganantham's innovation in producing sanitary napkins?
What type of change is characterized by changing the social systems responsible for social issues?
What type of change is characterized by changing the social systems responsible for social issues?
What is the primary benefit of social entrepreneurship, according to the content?
What is the primary benefit of social entrepreneurship, according to the content?
What is the award that Arunachalam Muruganantham's innovation won in 2009?
What is the award that Arunachalam Muruganantham's innovation won in 2009?
What is the outcome of a successful social change process, as described in the content?
What is the outcome of a successful social change process, as described in the content?
What is a key characteristic of social entrepreneurs in terms of their approach to tackling social problems?
What is a key characteristic of social entrepreneurs in terms of their approach to tackling social problems?
What is the primary goal of measuring social impact in social entrepreneurship?
What is the primary goal of measuring social impact in social entrepreneurship?
What is an example of an innovative business model in social entrepreneurship?
What is an example of an innovative business model in social entrepreneurship?
What is a key aspect of a social entrepreneur's leadership and vision?
What is a key aspect of a social entrepreneur's leadership and vision?
What is a key strategy for scaling social change in social entrepreneurship?
What is a key strategy for scaling social change in social entrepreneurship?
What is a common metric used to gauge the success of social entrepreneurship initiatives?
What is a common metric used to gauge the success of social entrepreneurship initiatives?
What is a key aspect of non-profit management in social entrepreneurship?
What is a key aspect of non-profit management in social entrepreneurship?
What is a key benefit of social entrepreneurship in terms of innovation and social impact?
What is a key benefit of social entrepreneurship in terms of innovation and social impact?
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Study Notes
Social Entrepreneurship
- Social entrepreneurship involves developing new technologies, business models, or approaches to tackle social problems in more effective and efficient ways.
- Social entrepreneurs operate with a triple bottom line mindset, focusing on people, planet, and profit.
Characteristics of Social Entrepreneurs
- Adopt a mission to create and sustain social value
- Recognize and relentlessly pursue new opportunities to serve the mission
- Engage in a process of continuous innovation, adaptation, and learning
- Act boldly without being limited by resources currently at hand
- Exhibit a heightened sense of accountability to the constituencies served and for the outcomes created
Collaboration and Measuring Impact
- Social entrepreneurs frequently collaborate with various stakeholders to amplify their impact and reach
- Assessing and measuring social impact is crucial to understand the effectiveness of their initiatives
- Metrics used to gauge success include the number of lives improved, environmental outcomes, and economic empowerment
Social Innovation
- Social innovation involves designing and implementing novel solutions for societal problems
- Examples include Arunachalam Muruganantham's portable machine to produce quality sanitary napkins at an affordable rate
- Social innovation can lead to a positive change in society, involving both first-order and second-order change
Examples of Social Enterprises
- TOMS Shoes, which pioneered the "One for One" model, providing a pair of shoes to a person in need for every pair sold
- Grameen Bank, founded by Muhammad Yunus, which provides microloans to empower individuals living in poverty
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