Andrew Leigh

Giving Tuesday is almost here, and with it, the kick-off of the Season of Giving. People are more inclined to help others during this time of year, and now, philanthropy is easier than ever thanks to crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe. But something else is happening this year: Giving itself is being questioned from a marketing perspective, and it’s time that people started delving deeper into what the biggest barriers to philanthropy are.
Remembering Why
Corporate philanthropy has been aro...

During the last decade, the world of philanthropy experienced many changes across the board. In addition to the results of the 2016 election which prompted democratic voters to donate more to causes dear to their hearts, the rise of donor-advised funds, crowdfunding, impact investing and more has never been more prevalent. Also, a new class of billionaire givers has emerged on the scene, shaking up traditional fundraising soliciting and reporting. In 2020 and beyond, fundraising professionals...

Giving Tuesday is almost here, and with it, the kick-off of the Season of Giving. People are more inclined to help others during this time of year, and now, philanthropy is easier than ever thanks to crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe. But something else is happening this year: Giving itself is being questioned from a marketing perspective, and it’s time that people started delving deeper into what the biggest barriers to philanthropy are.
Remembering Why
Corporate philanthropy has been aro...

During the last decade, the world of philanthropy experienced many changes across the board. In addition to the results of the 2016 election which prompted democratic voters to donate more to causes dear to their hearts, the rise of donor-advised funds, crowdfunding, impact investing and more has never been more prevalent. Also, a new class of billionaire givers has emerged on the scene, shaking up traditional fundraising soliciting and reporting. In 2020 and beyond, fundraising professionals...

During the last decade, the world of philanthropy experienced many changes across the board. In addition to the results of the 2016 election which prompted democratic voters to donate more to causes dear to their hearts, the rise of donor-advised funds, crowdfunding, impact investing and more has never been more prevalent. Also, a new class of billionaire givers has emerged on the scene, shaking up traditional fundraising soliciting and reporting. In 2020 and beyond, fundraising professionals...

We all want to find ways to be more environmentally-friendly. We look for ways to use less water or create less waste, but your efforts can go further than that. For example, simply organizing your closet and taking care of your clothes can have a positive impact on the environment. If you want to learn how your closet can be more sustainable, consider these helpful tips.
Wash Your Clothes Less Often, and Dry Them Naturally
Washing your clothes accounts for as much as 80 percent of their envi...

Customers value the way their clothing fits. The fit of a clothing garment is one of the most important things that customers look for when shopping for clothing or when cleaning out their wardrobes. Customers remain loyal to brands when they are satisfied with the fits that the brands offer them and recognize the consistency of the brands’ products.
Due to many different types of body shapes and sizes, it can be tough for manufacturers to design clothing that fits well with a wide range of p...

Many people choose to wear their clothes while they are fresh off the rack. However, this is a big mistake that should be avoided at all costs. It is very important that consumers wash their clothes after purchasing them. There are a variety of reasons that customers should wash their clothing before they are planning on wearing the new items, these are among a few of the reasons.
Allergens
Allergens can cause the skin to break into a rash due to the natural response of a body’s immune system...

The apparel industry has been relatively slow to adopt modern data science but that is starting to change. That shift is likely to shape the future of the industry in the coming years and lead to significant benefits for the firms that make good use of new technology. The changes are likely to be significant which means that everyone with an interest in the industry should strive to understand them.
A Focus on the Factory
There has been very little communication between management and the fac...

Sustainable fashion is a movement. The goal is to place environmental, social and ethical improvements within the fashion industry and to create new value and deeper wealth for society as a whole. This can be achieved by reducing the amount of waste, prolonging the life cycle of materials and reducing harm to the environment as a result of production and consumption.
Sustainable Clothing
Sustainable clothing refers to the fabrics that are created or re-purposed from eco-friendly resources. Be...

The ability of businesses to thrive in the competitive market today is greatly dependent on employees’ productivity. Employees provide the necessary labor required for businesses to operate. Surprisingly there is a proven-to-be-working correlation between business success and employee happiness. The general perception is that happy employees contribute to organizational success.
One of the key links between business success and employee happiness is that happy employees are highly motivated i...

Sometimes that hardest part about your job isn’t what you do, it’s about getting yourself motivated to just do it. After a while, it’s easy to become complacent in your day to day routine, allow burn out to set in, and forget about how motivated you were when you first started out in your business. When you first launched your business career you were inspired to do whatever it took to get yourself to the top of your industry, but now the motivation is waning. Sitting down with a good book is...

Many people choose to donate at the end of the year, especially during the holiday season, which promotes generosity. If you would like to increase your philanthropy, there are numerous ways to achieve your goal. From bundling your charity giving to donating appreciated securities, you can contribute to great causes, while spending your hard-earned money wisely.
Wait To Give
Instead of giving every year, think about bundling your charitable giving, which is when individuals donate every two o...