Sharing Insights
The latest news and blogs from the Eastside Primetimers Foundation, including examples of Richard Prince’s regular horizon scan of social sector news and insights from our team and outside contributors.
Social enterprise vlog #2: accountability
Looking to create your own enterprise solution to a social problem? In the second of four vlogs with Eastside Primetimers Foundation about how to start and scale your social enterprise ‘side-hustle’, Ann Nkune of Bloomsbury Beginnings gives her tips for setting performance targets and establishing an advisory board to hold yourself accountable.
What has the pandemic meant for young charity freelancers?
Elliot Bidgood writes about trends in young freelancing and the need for more opportunities from civil society to support young freelancers following the pandemic.
Social enterprise vlog #1: deciding your concept
Looking to create your own enterprise solution to a social problem? In the first of four vlogs with Eastside Primetimers Foundation about how to start and scale your social enterprise ‘side-hustle’, Ann Nkune of Bloomsbury Beginnings gives her tips for deciding the concept for your business.
The Prince Update - April 1st
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
The Prince Update - March 22nd
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
Interview: founding and running a charity, with Amie Buhari & Erol Thompson (Hebe Foundation)
Are you interested in managing a charity, or becoming a trustee of one? Watch EP Foundation manager Ruth Cane interview Amie Buhari, chief executive and founder of the London youth charity Hebe Foundation, and Hebe’s chair Erol Thompson.
The Prince Update - March 5th
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
The Prince Update - February 22nd
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
The Prince Update - February 8th
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
Career transition experiences – from banking to counselling
Our latest career change profile is with Les Noble, who transitioned from the financial sector to work as a counsellor in schools and at a Midlands mental health charity.
The Prince Update - January 22nd
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
The Prince Update - January 8th 2021
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
The Prince Update - December 14th
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
The Prince Update - December 4th 2020
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
How do we create better work in the not-for-profit sector?
Elliot Bidgood comments on key lessons from our recent Foundation event on people management, including wellbeing for homeworkers, steps the sector must take on inclusion and the prospect of automation.
The Prince Update - November 16th 2020
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
The Prince Update- October 30th 2020
Our writer Richard Prince shares his regular horizon scan of the sector news, flagging up developments, new funding and opportunities in the social sector for portfolio careerists and others to be aware of.
Career transition experiences – from the corporate sector
After working at a big-four accounting firm, Susan sought a transition to the charity sector. She has written for us about her experiences.
What can the social sector offer young workers in 2020?
With not-for-profits facing competition for young workers & the job market hit by COVID, Elliot Bidgood comments on how charities can position themselves.
Career transition experiences – from the NHS to consulting
Jan Samuels is a chartered physiotherapist and was previously a manager in the NHS, but switched to being an executive coach and consultant, working with a range of charities. She spoke to us about her experiences.