What is a Social Entrepreneur?
A social entrepreneur is a person who pursues novel applications that have the potential to solve community-based problems. These individuals are willing to take on the risk and effort to create positive changes in society through their initiatives. Social entrepreneurs may believe that this practice is a way to connect you to your life's purpose, help others find theirs, and make a difference in the world
Social Entrepreneurs
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A social entrepreneur starts a business for the greater social good and not for the pursuit of profit.
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Social entrepreneurs seek to produce environmentally-friendly products, serve an underserved community, and focus on philanthropic activities.
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Social entrepreneurship is a growing trend, alongside socially responsible investing (SRI) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing.