Purposeful work

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You’ve got to keep pushing things forward, staying motivated, all the while balancing bringing work in with getting it delivered and maintaining quality. And one of the biggest overarching problems is accountability.

Leanne Pero, founder of the movement factory and community ambassador for Pineapple Dance Studios, takes us through the who, what, why, where, and when of her career as a dance entrepreneur taking dance to the heart of communities.

Ben Metz, veteran of the Social Enterprise sector, argues that the sector is in danger of losing its focus on doing good.

Matt Cox poses the question of whether social purpose and sustainable thinking are the holy grail of the new economy, and whether they can go together with financial success.

Ros Wynne-Jones, Senior Columnist at the Daily Mirror, sees a disturbing vision of our plastic future while on holiday in Sri Lanka.

James Turner discusses Glimpse and why giving young people purpose through doing good might be the answer to the current crisis in confidence in Agencies.

I want to rearrange culture and behaviours to develop business (and the world) into a more equitable, inclusive, kinder, vulnerable, courageous (that’s open-to-failure), supportive, healthier, empathetic place of Disability for business growth.

The notion of finding ‘fulfilling’ work has erupted over recent years. Among an increasingly connected and transparent world and with more people sharing how they’ve had an impact in their community, it’s no wonder more of us are sitting down to reflect on how work can head into a more purposeful, balanced direction. Digital Consultant Matt Nicholson shares his journey of forging a purposeful career and explains why it’s essential to keep the momentum going once you’ve started.

Realising your people have your back and that they believe in you is undeniably priceless. They are your feedback, your sounding board, usually your first customers, and they can see things in a different light.

If you want to make a difference, the time is now. In today’s fast-moving, technology-filled world where we’re being pulled in many directions at once, finding your focus appears to be more critical than ever. Strategy Director, purpose-advocate, change-agent Paulina Lezama talks about the significance of getting to grips with the various layers and complexities of issues that matter most to you in her article for the FSC Mag.

Take risks, grow, live a little. The unknown is invigorating. Don’t waste the time you have before you return to the known of death.

It’s more impressive if someone quits their job to start a business. For me the decision was easy: I was unemployed. Also, trying to go back to what I did before gave me pain.

In the post-pandemic world of hybrid working and the increasing demands for transparency and ethical responsibility from consumers, customers and employees, organisations need to dig deeper when designing internal processes to maintain the nuance that will keep them relevant and retain business and talent.

As our planet’s wellbeing becomes increasingly dependent on our actions, sustainable architecture is imperative.

Finding purpose in design can inspire new ideas of sustainability and bring about change for the better, even to the most remote places in the world. Volunteers can work with local communities all around the globe to make long-lasting positive change in a collaborative effort to protect the environment.

If we can only design on what we know, how do we design for the future human? Understanding the diverse experiences that make us human can help us imagine the future us that will continue to face global issues that degrade the planet and design with them in mind.

It can often take years to find our grooves in employment, or even to take that first step into being freelance. It can be particularly difficult as a woman when there is a lack of role models in senior creative positions. Finding women-led communities can provide you everything you’re missing in permanent employment, and ultimately drive your professional development to the next level.

Sometimes, a tiny fix can alter the whole experience of your customer. Often, these tiny fixes come from truly understanding your end user’s needs. But when trying to bring the whole human experience to life for your client, the words can become meaningless. It’s time to get back to the heart of human-centred design: true empathy with those you are designing for.

Transparency between businesses and consumers in our connected world of the data deluge has never been more important. But as designers, we should also be transparent with ourselves, and have awareness of the role we play in consumerism. FSC’s Senior Designer Claire Matthews outlines how our decisions and behaviours in design shape whole industries and impact global issues such as climate change. How can we ensure the future of the design specialism is transparent, sustainable and ethically conscious for the wellbeing of the planet?