#2: The 5 Cs to Successfully Build a Social Change Business

In this episode host Stephanie Malon-Rufi introduces listeners to her framework, "The 5 Cs to Successfully Build a Social Change Business." Stephanie explores the five essential elements for social entrepreneurs to consider: 

  1. Competition, where she redefines competition as a positive force and discusses two common mistakes entrepreneurs make that are best to avoid

  2. Cha-Ching (Money), highlighting the importance of financial understanding, profit, pricing, funding options, and a healthy money mindset 

  3. Community, encompassing community support, network building, and selecting the right support and experts 

  4. Change, emphasizing how businesses can drive change through practices, advocacy, and industry disruption

  5. Care, a reminder to integrate personal well-being and priorities into business planning 

Stephanie offers insightful guidance on each of these pillars, setting the stage for future discussions on impactful entrepreneurship.