Michael Norton from Civa (Centre for Innovation in Voluntary Action) Social entrepreneur, currently creating a network of Innovation Labs. Author of 365 Ways to Change the World.

1. From great idea to successful social venture a presentation by Michael Norton for a Better World, 1st September 2011

2. The importance of great ideas YouthBank Street children’s banking FoodCycle FARM:shop

3. Take that important first step… …a journey of 1,000 miles begins with a single step Lao Tzu

4. What are those steps? DECIDE TO DO IT Find the person to lead it. Usually YOU Get some people around you. These will be your CHEERLEADERS ACTUALLY DO SOMETHING. Don’t sit around writing applications or seeking charity status Learn as you go along. There are NO RULES

5. VISION is more importantthan STRATEGY

6. Things often work out differently

7. You need an enterprising solution

8. You need an enterprising solution

9. Marketing and selling are key

10. HAVE FUN!