In this episode, we dive into social innovation with Johanna Mair, Professor at the Hertie School and Co-Director of the Global Innovation for Impact Lab at Stanford University. We explore the key moments that shaped her career, the role of mentorship, and how her work challenges conventional ideas on innovation and scaling impact.
We also discuss democracy and political innovation in a year of historic elections, along with the influence of global institutions like the World Economic Forum. Finally, Johanna shares her advice for students eager to make a difference in social entrepreneurship.
Expect to learn:
- How career changes add up and shape your path.
- Why asking the right questions is key to making career decisions.
- The role of innovation and scaling in tackling complex societal challenges.
- How systems can be transformed for social and environmental impact.
- Why systems thinking is essential for driving real change.