Future dreaming. “The future is an infinite succession of presents, and to live now as we think humans should live, in defiance of all that is bad around us, is itself a marvelous victory.” Howard Zinn’s writings have me thinking a lot about the future these days. For @samasource - How do we create jobs as machines automate more of our daily work? For @lxmiofficial - How long will it take before women stop buying toxic chemicals to put on their bodies and in their homes? When... will #organic and #fairtrade become the norm, rather than the nice-to-have? And when will investors stop pumping insane amounts of capital into unsustainable businesses that don’t drive good in the world? I’m in Europe meeting impact investors — an inspiring bunch. But I’m impatient. Why is this field still so small? Funds that measure *real* impact (poverty measurably reduced, carbon emissions lowered, forests saved...) are few and far between. I believe we can change this if we follow Zinn’s advice and live as we believe we should, rather than succumb to the default option. So go and start a social business to #givework, or get your family/company/friends to buy from one. Share what you learn about inspiring #socialenterprise. And above all, keep the faith! I have that Zinn quote on my office wall. 💪🏽🙏🏽❤️

Back on the road to meet investors and finally found time for a tea 🍵 last year I logged 440,000 miles (😱) and some of you have been asking for travel hacks...so here you go! 1. Eat like a queen. My Mary Poppins-worthy bag is currently stocked with organic almonds and cashews, a ziplock with @frontiercoop turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper for on-the-go tea, and @vegasportprotein powder... 2. Exercise like it’s your job. My road indulgence? a @gaiam yoga travel mat (super t...iny) for a luxurious stretch. Followed by my battered, second-hand @rimowa carry-on for in-room wait training 😋 3. Carry something that reminds you of your Why - I never used to do this but lately I carry around a small rose quartz crystal that a friend gave me while I was in the hospital...it’s a reminder of how fragile life is, and how love is the only thing that matters. What’s your favorite travel tip?