The Good Jobs Blog

Handprint’s field notes for purpose-driven companies and people about how to hire better, find meaningful work, and use business as a force for good.

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Tips for Being Successful at Hiring

Hiring isn’t just about finding someone to complete tasks. You’re adding a person into the mix who has unique experiences, ideas and attributes, and each new team member will impact your company’s internal dynamics. Hiring the wrong person can kill morale and productivity, but a well thought-out hiring strategy will help you select a great candidate and avoid the risks and costs of a bad hire.

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Future of Work Maren Keeley Future of Work Maren Keeley

An Open Letter to Larry Fink: One Stakeholder’s Reflections on The Power of Capitalism

Every year, Larry Fink, chairman and CEO of BlackRock, the largest money-management firm in the world, writes an open letter to CEOs sharing his insight on some of the most pressing issues in the world of business. This year, he announced that environmental sustainability will be a core goal of BlackRock’s future investments, but stops short of committing to true stakeholder capitalism.

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Future of Work Maren Keeley Future of Work Maren Keeley

Purpose and Meaning in the World of Business

Companies are waking up to the fact that having a purpose beyond profit is not just good for business, it’s essential. Profit can no longer be the only goal, nor the only metric for success. People’s expectations have evolved and they’re ready to support and advocate for brands that genuinely do good. Let’s take a look at why purpose and meaning matter to three key stakeholder groups.

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Chocolate on a Mission

Chocolate is a tasty treat loved by many and consumed in myriad ways worldwide. Despite its popularity and sweetness, chocolate is not without its dark side. Demand for cacao results in massive deforestation and there are human rights violations throughout the industry including child labor, poverty wages, and slavery. Learn about 3 chocolatiers on a mission to clean up this industry.

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Future of Work Maren Keeley Future of Work Maren Keeley

What is an Impact Company or Purpose-Driven Brand?

There’s a revolution happening in business right now. It’s a movement that’s been taking shape for many years, but it has gained great momentum in the past decade. Many are calling it the Purpose Revolution and it’s bringing tectonic shifts to the for-profit business world. The growing population of conscious consumers, impact investors, and individuals who want meaningful work are helping to usher in a new age of capitalism.

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