Learning service: Daniela Papi-Thornton - Exploring the Nuances of Social Impact

Get ready for a captivating exploration of the complex world of social impact with our special guest, Daniela Papi Thornton. A distinguished educator, facilitator, and author, Daniela is a luminary in the field of systems-led leadership. She generously shares her wealth of experiences, from running an educational organization in Cambodia for six years to the impact made through her work as an educator and consultant.

Our conversation takes a deep dive into the intersection of business models and social impact, the dangers of orphanage tourism, the importance of acknowledging the systems at play in social impact, and the concept of 'Apprenticing with a Problem.' Daniela reminds us of the vital need to change ourselves before attempting to change the world, so we can fully experience the challenges and joys of making a meaningful difference.

Key Takeaways:

Explore the intricacies of systems-led leadership and social impact
Understand the nuanced nature of development work and its intersection with business models.
Learn about the dangers of orphanage tourism and the importance of systems thinking.
Discover the concept of 'Apprenticing with a Problem' and its significance in social impact.
Explore the challenges and joys of purposeful work and making a real difference.
Gain insights into Effective Altruism and the concept of Inner Development Goals.
Embrace humility and continuous learning in the pursuit of social change.

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Daniela Papi Thornton - Short Bio:

Daniela Papi Thornton is an educator, facilitator, and author specializing in systems-led leadership. She serves as a lecturer at the University of Colorado Boulder and consults with various educational organizations, foundations, and for-profit companies looking to contribute to systems change. Daniela's extensive background includes teaching at prestigious institutions like Yale School of Management and Oxford's Saïd Business School, where she also served as the Deputy Director of the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship. She is the creator of the Impact Gaps Canvas and the driving force behind Map the System, a contest running at numerous global institutions. Daniela's work is informed by six years of experience in Cambodia, where she ran a hybrid social enterprise educational organization. She co-authored the book "Learning Service" and authored an influential report on "Tackling Heropreneurship." Daniela's TEDx talk on "Reclaiming Social Entrepreneurship" highlights some of her groundbreaking ideas.

Join us for an insightful conversation as we navigate the intricacies of social impact, systems-led leadership, and the importance of understanding the nuances of the problems we aim to solve. Let's dive in!