- Chart your course towards being purpose-driven
- Evaluate your mindset
- Connect your people with your purpose
- Take advantage of several resources to start your credit union’s purpose journey.
In addition to the Guide To A Purpose-Driven Organization, Callahan & Associates has collaborated with Harvard Business School Online to offer Sustainable Business Strategy with Rebecca Henderson to the credit union industry. This high-impact course helps credit unions take the first step in Leading With Purpose with three online modules, credit union-focused discussions, and a network of purpose-driven leaders.
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