Summary:
The book chronicles the journey of the author from a young man seeking purpose to the founder of Pencils of Promise, a successful global nonprofit organization that builds schools and expands educational opportunities in the developing world. It shares the lessons learned and the 30 "Mantras" that guided his transformation and the creation of a movement that combines the power of passion with the rigor of measured impact.
Key points:
1. "For-Purpose" Organizations: Braun combines profit-making and social responsibility in his concept of "for-purpose" organizations.
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