The new book is about the role of mathematical modeling in nonprofits. The author says it can be used to tell a story and help organizations design better strategies. "At its best, mathematical modeling is a way to really bridge the ethical and the strategic," she says.
From corporate social responsibility to ESG, an increasing number of for-profit organizations are pursuing positive social impact. But to “do well by doing good,” Jacob Harold (cofounder of Candid; former CEO of Guidestar) tells HBR IdeaCast host Curt Nickisch that you need a good
strategy. Otherwise, things can go very wrong.