Want a quicker exit from the financial crisis? Create new consumers by putting money into the hands of the lowest earners. David Servan-Schreiber | July/August 2010 issue We need more than multinationals to achieve economic well-being. … [Read more...] about The buck starts here
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Interview with Jake de Grazia, founder of The Carrot Project
While economic upheaval has caused many businesses to fail, Ode has interviewed several entrepreneurs who have found ways to thrive and remain focused on positive social change. We interviewed them about their companies, how they view the current economic situation, how they … [Read more...] about Interview with Jake de Grazia, founder of The Carrot Project
Teach your kids to be consumer conscious
In this issue, Leah Dobkin, mother of three teens, writes about losing control of her kids to corporate America, a fear many parents share. Find tips on how to regain control by teaching your kids about advertising and consumerism. | April 2008 issue It is estimated that … [Read more...] about Teach your kids to be consumer conscious
Childhood unplugged
My struggle to save my kids from consumer culture. Leah Dobkin | April 2008 issue A war is raging between parents trying to raise children and corporate America trying to raise customers. As a parent of three children, I think I'm losing, or at least losing my mind. I've tried … [Read more...] about Childhood unplugged
