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"A Social Change Book for Those Committed to Putting People Before ProfitJosh Littlejohn MBE, Scottish social entrepreneur, London Sunday Times bestselling author, and campaigner for the homeless, opens eyes to the need for positive socio-cultural impact within the world of business. More than a business book. Paying It Forward is part memoir, part manifesto for social entrepreneurship, and part manual for putting purpose ahead of profit. The book reveals what social entrepreneurship is all about and how it can make a difference. Take a look into the social issues that affect our communities today and how we can do our part in making the world a better place. Social change starts with one person. Josh found his way in the world of business when he opened a sandwich shop in his home city of Edinburgh, Scotland. He would never have thought that within ten years the shop would be frequented by Hollywood megastars, that he would have opened a string of successful caf�s across the UK, and that he would be honored with an MBE Order of the British Empire award by Queen Elizabeth. A life purpose of service. Josh's dedication to social entrepreneurship was set in motion when a homeless person named Pete walked into his caf� and sheepishly asking for a job. Pay it Forward tells Josh's story of success in business and how you can begin your own journey to social entrepreneurship. Inside learn: What it means to be successful while still putting people before profit How to become a community helper and create a positive socio-cultural impact How to look at social issues in your own community and answer the question: ""What would a social entrepreneur do?"" If you liked books such as Social Change Now, The Little Book of Nonprofit Leadership, or Change: How to Turn Uncertainty Into Opportunity, you'll love Paying It Forward."

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"""Throughout this book, you will be taken on a remarkable journey--a journey that encapsulates the power of entrepreneurship and the indomitable spirit of the human heart..."" --Sir Bob Geldof, Irish singer-songwriter and political activist ""Josh Littlejohn is a remarkable man who has achieved extraordinary things in a really short time. Paying It Forward is his inspirational manifesto for social change and an important practical manual for living a life filled with purpose..."" --Richard Curtis CBE, British screenwriter and film producer ""...In an era where businesses put profit over people and politicians offer platitudes but no real change to this system, Paying It Forward is a much-needed reminder about what is really important.."" --Irvine Welsh, Scottish novelist and playwright ""Josh Littlejohn is a brilliant entrepreneur who has poured his heart, soul, and energy into helping others--with remarkable results."" --Sir Chris Hoy, cyclist and race car driver ""...this book draws you into the extraordinary world of paying it forward. Josh makes the case--powerfully--that business and entrepreneurship must become systematic forces for good..."" --Alan Jope, CEO of Unilever ""...read this brilliant book now and start making an impact in the world!"" --Martin Compston, Scottish actor and former soccer player"

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Josh Littlejohn MBE is a leading social entrepreneur, philanthropist and campaigner who is tackling homelessness and displacement around the world. Josh began working on the homelessness issue when he co-founded Social Bite, a social enterprise in Scotland, UK, with a mission to eradicate homelessness. In 2018, Josh and his team launched the Social Bite Village, offering homes to thousands of vulnerable people. In 2019, Josh launched 'The World's Big Sleepout', with events in over 52 cities around the globe, and 60,000 people sleeping out in the world's largest ever display of solidarity for homeless and displaced people. Josh has so far raised over �25 million for charitable and homelessness causes and received an MBE from the Queen. He has received a Pride of Britain Award, a Robert Burns Humanitarian Award, 5 honorary doctorates and he has also been included in Debrett's list of most influential people in the UK. Josh currently lives in Edinburgh, Scotland, U.K.

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