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The Hardest Decisions Made and What a New Chapter with You Looks Like.

The Hardest Decisions Made and What a New Chapter with You Looks Like.

May brought some of the hardest decisions in B1G1's 19-year history. In this latest Founder's Note, Masami writes about the month that tested everything, and what it revealed about the chapter ahead.

The Hardest Decisions Made and What a New Chapter with You Looks Like.

The Hardest Decisions Made and What a New Chapter with You Looks Like.

AI, Energy, and the Responsibility of Business

AI, Energy, and the Responsibility of Business

One Billion Reasons to Begin the Year.

One Billion Reasons to Begin the Year.

A Year of Connection, Courage, and Collective Impact — Thank You for 2025

A Year of Connection, Courage, and Collective Impact — Thank You for 2025

WHAT IS THE RIGHT WAY TO GIVE FEEDBACK? THE ANSWER MAY SURPRISE YOU.
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WHAT IS THE RIGHT WAY TO GIVE FEEDBACK? THE ANSWER MAY SURPRISE YOU.

It’s a common assumption that most people respond better to positive feedback compared to negative feedback. However, negative feedback can also work well in certain situations. Research by Stacey, Tal and Ayelet sheds light on the seemingly paradoxical nature of feedback.

Masami Sato
Masami Sato • Jul 13, 2016
MAKING A DIFFERENCE, ONE STEP AT A TIME
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE, ONE STEP AT A TIME

Women and children throughout Africa have to walk two hours to get life-saving water and 10km to get to the nearest school. Our empathy and admiration for them served our the inspiration for Joy of Giving week this year.

Masami Sato
Masami Sato • Jun 30, 2016
WHY YOU ALREADY HAVE WHAT YOU NEED TO BE CONTENT
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WHY YOU ALREADY HAVE WHAT YOU NEED TO BE CONTENT

Growing up, society always taught us to be go-getters. Getting and possessing more things seemed to be the quickest way to happiness. And to get more of the things we wanted to have, we had to be pro-active and results-oriented.

Masami Sato
Masami Sato • Jun 30, 2016
GIVING BUSINESS: GOING BEYOND THE RULES IN THE GAME OF LIFE
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GIVING BUSINESS: GOING BEYOND THE RULES IN THE GAME OF LIFE

We all have experienced this: knowing something on the surface and then being amazed and awed when we go deeper. I can now speak to

Tracy Oppenheimer
Tracy Oppenheimer • Jun 23, 2016
10 WAYS TO INCREASE YOUR STEP COUNT
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10 WAYS TO INCREASE YOUR STEP COUNT

Joy Of Giving Week is coming, as we prepare to JOG our hearts out, here are some ways to increase your step count!

Masami Sato
Masami Sato • Jun 15, 2016
THIS ‘JOG’ IS THE BEST FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEA. HERE’S WHY.
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THIS ‘JOG’ IS THE BEST FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEA. HERE’S WHY.

This Father's Day. give him a s pecial gift that keeps on giving. Find out more.

Tracy Oppenheimer
Tracy Oppenheimer • Jun 6, 2016
HOW ENGLISH & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IS CREATING A WHOLE NEW WORLD FOR THE BLIND
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HOW ENGLISH & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IS CREATING A WHOLE NEW WORLD FOR THE BLIND

In previous stories, we’ve highlighted Buy1GIVE1 projects showcasing how e-learning is transforming rural communities, and how urban regions are specializing education for disadvantaged youth.

Tracy Oppenheimer
Tracy Oppenheimer • May 24, 2016
THE DENTIST YOU CANNOT WAIT TO VISIT: GREYHOLME DENTAL SUITE
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THE DENTIST YOU CANNOT WAIT TO VISIT: GREYHOLME DENTAL SUITE

Dr. Warren Martin, owner and principal dentist at Greyholme, first came across B1G1 in 2012 and immediately jumped on board. The firm has given actively ever since.

Masami Sato
Masami Sato • May 22, 2016
GIVE LUCK SOME CREDIT, IT MIGHT JUST CHANGE OUR WORLD
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GIVE LUCK SOME CREDIT, IT MIGHT JUST CHANGE OUR WORLD

Luck is a funny thing, but our perception of luck should not be taken lightly. It turns out that recognizing luck may make all the

Tracy Oppenheimer
Tracy Oppenheimer • May 18, 2016
NEPAL EARTHQUAKE RELIEF ONE YEAR LATER: THE NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
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NEPAL EARTHQUAKE RELIEF ONE YEAR LATER: THE NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

The 2015 Nepal earthquake was devastating. Times were difficult, but the people's resilience remained. Read on how World Youth International came together to help the Nepalse get back on the road to recovery.

Tracy Oppenheimer
Tracy Oppenheimer • Apr 25, 2016
TACKLING EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN INDIA: TRIALS & TRIUMPHS
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TACKLING EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN INDIA: TRIALS & TRIUMPHS

In light of the 11th World Down Syndrome day, we look at how organisations in India are tackling specialised education for children with disabilities.

Tracy Oppenheimer
Tracy Oppenheimer • Mar 18, 2016
6 STAGES OF COMPREHENDING NEPAL’S ROAD TO RECOVERY
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6 STAGES OF COMPREHENDING NEPAL’S ROAD TO RECOVERY

I spent the last week exploring the Kathmandu Valley, the dense urban region hit by the Nepal Earthquake last year. When I landed, I had

Tracy Oppenheimer
Tracy Oppenheimer • Mar 9, 2016
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