Nov 04
Why is Sustainable Business Important?
Welcome to my introductory series on Sustainable Business.Â
Before I explain what is a sustainable business in another email to
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👋 Hi, I’m Cory Ames.
I’m a writer, naturalist, and the founder of Ensemble Texas.
My work explores the art of living and working sustainably, diving into the connections between nature, business, and philosophy.
Through essays, interviews, and videos, I aim to understand how the world works and how it can work better.
I write a weekly newsletter and host conversations on sustainable living, Texas, and how to leave the world a better place than we found it.
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Oct 19
What Is a “Conscious Business?” (as Defined by a Conscious CEO)
In this post, you’re going to learn exactly what is a “Conscious Business.” You’ll also learn what a
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Oct 07
How to Become a Social Entrepreneur
Subscribe & Listen: Apple Podcasts – Spotify – YouTube
If anyone has a say on the best route to becoming a social
10 min read
Jun 23
Holden Rings Review: Affordable, Ethical, and Minimalist Wedding Bands
Wedding or engagement ring shopping is daunting. Â
It’s a large and very personal investment, and many of us (definitely
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Apr 20
The Rana Plaza Collapse: What Happened & What it Means for the Fashion Industry
Rana Plaza was an eight-story commercial building on the outskirts of Dhaka, Bangladesh where five garment factories made clothes for
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Oct 16
Why Volunteer? 7 Benefits of Volunteering that Will Inspire You to Take Action
Why volunteer? The benefits of volunteering can last a lifetime—not only for those who you are helping, but for
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Oct 06
What is the Meaning of "Conscious Business?"
With Meghan French Dunbar
Subscribe & Listen: Apple Podcasts – Spotify – YouTube
What’s your favorite company? It’s safe to
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Oct 02
Patagonia Nano Puff Review: 10 Oz of No-Wind, No-Cold & No-Worries
In a chaotic world, the Patagonia Nano Puff is pleasantly predictable. As we’ll cover in this Patagonia Nano Puff
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Jul 24
The Social Entrepreneur’s Book List: Getting Introduced, Inspired, and Started in the World of Change-Making (2021)
What’s better than a new book, right?Â
Maybe a new book that also challenges you to take a more
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Jul 21
100 Podcast Tips for Starting, Sustaining, & Growing a Show
Want the audio version of this post? Listen here:
We launched The Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation Podcast in January 2019.
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Jun 29
The 15 Benefits of Composting for the Environment, the Economy, & Our Communities
The solution to so many of the problems we face today may just be under our nose…or feet, rather.
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Apr 25
50 Inspiring Examples of Social Entrepreneurship in Practice
If you’re looking for a comprehensive introduction and explanation of social entrepreneurship, download our Social Entrepreneurship 101 Guide before
54 min read