20 min
Impactful Conversations: Exploring Business & Empathy with Craig Jonas of CoPeace Trailblazing for Success: Inspiring Leaders
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- Management
Summary
Craig Jonas, CEO and founder of CoPeace, discusses impact investing and the mission of his company to help impactful businesses grow. He shares the catalyst for founding CoPeace and the challenges he sees in the industry. Craig emphasizes the importance of empathy as a soft skill in business and shares advice he has received as a leader. He also talks about his personal life and what he is looking forward to. Overall, the conversation highlights the intersection of business and social impact.
akeaways
Impact investing is a growing movement that allows businesses to make a positive impact on the world while also generating financial returns.
Empathy is a crucial soft skill in business, especially in today's divisive world. Understanding and perceiving the thoughts and feelings of others can lead to better relationships and business outcomes.
Leaders should have an open mind and be willing to learn and adapt. Being open to new information and ideas can lead to personal and professional growth.
CoPeace focuses on investing in companies that are socially and environmentally impactful, aiming for a 20% return on investment. The company seeks to make a ripple effect and create positive change in the world.
Craig Jonas is excited about his children's upcoming weddings and looks forward to becoming a grandfather.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:13 Overview of CoPeace and Impact Investing
02:26 The Catalyst for Founding CoPeace
05:01 Challenges in Impact Investing
06:23 Finding Investment Opportunities
09:03 Exciting Companies in CoPeace's Portfolio
10:37 The Importance of Empathy in Business
13:09 Advice for Leaders
17:35 Personal Life and Future Plans
20:05 Conclusion and Farewell
Summary
Craig Jonas, CEO and founder of CoPeace, discusses impact investing and the mission of his company to help impactful businesses grow. He shares the catalyst for founding CoPeace and the challenges he sees in the industry. Craig emphasizes the importance of empathy as a soft skill in business and shares advice he has received as a leader. He also talks about his personal life and what he is looking forward to. Overall, the conversation highlights the intersection of business and social impact.
akeaways
Impact investing is a growing movement that allows businesses to make a positive impact on the world while also generating financial returns.
Empathy is a crucial soft skill in business, especially in today's divisive world. Understanding and perceiving the thoughts and feelings of others can lead to better relationships and business outcomes.
Leaders should have an open mind and be willing to learn and adapt. Being open to new information and ideas can lead to personal and professional growth.
CoPeace focuses on investing in companies that are socially and environmentally impactful, aiming for a 20% return on investment. The company seeks to make a ripple effect and create positive change in the world.
Craig Jonas is excited about his children's upcoming weddings and looks forward to becoming a grandfather.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:13 Overview of CoPeace and Impact Investing
02:26 The Catalyst for Founding CoPeace
05:01 Challenges in Impact Investing
06:23 Finding Investment Opportunities
09:03 Exciting Companies in CoPeace's Portfolio
10:37 The Importance of Empathy in Business
13:09 Advice for Leaders
17:35 Personal Life and Future Plans
20:05 Conclusion and Farewell
20 min