“We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men.”

“We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men.”
— Herman Melville

As leaders, we can make an impact far beyond our immediate business and workforce and strengthen the community.

Here are a few ways CEOs I work with are fostering community:
"We empower our employees to achieve, feel engaged and proud, and continuously grow—benefits that naturally ripple out to their families and communities."

"We encourage employees to be involved in their children’s activities and schools, or to champion local causes that speak to their passions. We match their donations as well."

"We support the next generation by providing employee's children with college scholarships."

"We support one local non-profit year-round with volunteers and fundraising."

"Our company values are the same ones we bring as coaches to the sports fields and as assistants on the drama stage - ones that benefit the whole community."

By embracing our role as stewards of the community, we nurture those “thousand fibers” that bind us all—creating a lasting, positive impact that endures far beyond the workplace.

How are you fostering community and extending your impact?