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Innovation
An innovator produces and introduces something new to the market, something of value. It is not about repeating someone’s work better; it is about creating something new and was not there before.
Problems arise on a daily basis; innovators identify the issues and come up with creative solutions to solve them. Innovation adds value to society and drives the global community forward. The world needs people who think outside the box and are not afraid to be different and take chances.
It’s no secret that innovation is the key for success in business today. Innovation allows us to reshape the processes that we have to improve upon what is already there. Whether it allows us to use less resources, become more sustainable, achieve a higher profit yield, or bring a new idea into the world, innovation is the key to be a successful entrepreneur in the world today.
Social innovation can be seen in many companies and businesses across the world whether it can be seen in their processes, products, workshops, or even at their headquarters.
Geoff Gourley, Founder of One10, shares the story of his journey to launching the company. From a country kid to a recognised Global Social Entrepreneur.
Growing up at the back of the coal mines in La Trobe Valley, Geoff saw first hand the impact of the mining industry on the environment and people around him. He recalls a school excursion where he and his friends were shown 3D models to the power station. On the model, one image haunted him: all the towns had been dug up for coal.
Get to know Geoff in this one on one interview.
Social businesses and not-for-profits are coming up with innovative ways to tackle the SDG in anyway they can from finding different approaches to tackling these ingrained and complex issues.
Australian not-for-profits take on the toughest social and environmental challenges we face as a nation. You are increasingly providing essential services to our communities on behalf of government, and perform important activities to create a more inclusive, equal and sustainable world. Not-for-profits are an integral part of Australian society and currently employ 10% of the Australian workforce, or more than 1 million people.
A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity to attend the World Economic Forum on the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I was selected to be one of the fourteen Global Shapers (an initiative of the World Economic Forum with over 500 Hubs around the world) to represent young voices at the event. I applied to go because I wanted to know more about South East Asian nations due to their proximity to Australia.
