CSRwire Talkback

CSRwire Talkback is where thought leaders and socially conscious readers meet to discuss today's most pressing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) issues. Talkback focuses on two main areas: CSR (business ethics, shareholder activism, corporate governance and public policy) and Sustainability (green living, human rights, the environment and social enterprise). Join the conversation and share your thoughts on Talkback!

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  From Ordinary to Extraordinary: 5 Ways to Become a Socially Responsible Business Mid-Stream By Guest Contributor

  Posted: Feb 25, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST

  Can you sell Apple products, vitamins or trucking services and make a difference in the world? Julie Lineberger and Ellen Meyer Shorb offer five ways on Talkback.
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  Global Pro Bono: The Right Accelerator to International Development? By Guest Contributor

  Posted: Feb 24, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST

  As more companies jump in full gusto with the best of intentions, is pro bono the right accelerator for expanding their reach into emerging markets? Laura Asiala reports on Talkback.
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  Telecommuting: 7 Tools to Help Your Employees Stay Productive and Motivated By Michael Gutman

  Posted: Feb 24, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST

  Telecommuting has huge social and environmental benefits for companies and their sustainability programs. But how do telecommuters stay productive and connected all day? Mike Gutman chalks up the necessary tools.
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  'B the Change' and Ecological Governance Start the Year Off Strong By Joe Sibilia

  Posted: Feb 21, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST

  CSRwire CEO Joe Sibilia puts the top sustainability and corporate social responsibility news for January 2014 in perspective. On Talkback.
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  Strays in Sochi: Death Camps in the Name of the Olympics? By Linda Lowson

  Posted: Feb 21, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST

  Why are innocent dogs being killed to accommodate the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi? Linda Lowson brings order to a messy state of affairs on Talkback.
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  Politics of Sponsoring: Decoding the Winners & Losers at the Sochi Olympics By Guest Contributor

  Posted: Feb 20, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST

  How can corporations keep their sponsorships in line with their social responsibility? Cone's Alison DaSilva separates the chaff from the grain on Talkback.
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  Opening the Black Box: Why Assessing CSR Creates Drivers for CSR By Guest Contributor

  Posted: Feb 20, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST

  Why assess CSR? Dorothee Baumann-Pauly offers three rationales for your strategic toolbox on Talkback.
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  Complying with Supply Chain Transparency: Underlying Issues Lead to Regulation Backlash By Kelly Eisenhardt

  Posted: Feb 19, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST

  Managing your supply chain: Kelly Eisenhardt talks with expert Erik Autor on how to get ahead of compliance and make real progress.
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  "Real" Sustainability: The New Disruptors By David Wilcox

  Posted: Feb 19, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST

  Disruption is the new name of the game -- and it's all about scale. David Wilcox explains on Talkback.
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  What is $2 Billion of Lost Revenue Worth to CVS Caremark? By Guest Contributor

  Posted: Feb 18, 2014 – 09:38 AM EST

  CVS Caremark stands to lose $2 billion in revenue because of its decision to quit selling tobacco and cigarettes. Is it worth it, asks Carol Cone on Talkback.

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