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The Study
Identifying Internal Warning Signals Affecting the Sustainable Scaling of Impact Sector Scale-ups: A Focus on People Dynamics
We are currently in the initial phases of conducting a study on scale-ups in the impact sector. The study is designed to better understand the degree of influence that internal people dynamics has on the ability of scale-ups to reach their intended objectives. By better understanding such organizational patterns, scale-ups will be better prepared to take proactive action to ensure sustainable impact.
Background
The impact sector consists of organizations and enterprises that prioritize social and environmental goals alongside financial returns. They focus on creating positive, measurable impacts on society and the environment, addressing a wide range of issues such as education, inequality, health, climate change, and poverty.
Scale-ups are companies or organizations that have successfully moved beyond the startup phase and are experiencing rapid growth in terms of revenue, customer base, or market presence. They typically have a proven business model and are focused on scaling their operations to achieve larger market penetration and impact.
Problem Statement
Scale-ups can often face the critical issue of missing internal warning signals related to their people dynamics. These overlooked signals can hinder their ability to scale sustainably, as they impact team cohesion, leadership effectiveness, and overall organizational culture, ultimately compromising long-term growth and mission alignment.
Research Objectives
➣ To identify internal warning signals related to people dynamics that can impact the scalability and/or sustainability of scale-ups in the impact sector.
➣ To understand how these warning signals are missed and their effects on achieving organizational goals.
Research Questions
1. What internal warning signals related to people dynamics are often missed by scale-ups in the impact sector?
2. How do these missed signals affect sustainable scaling?
3. What strategies can be employed to better recognize and address these signals?
Support The Study
If you would like to take part in our study or wish to contribute in some way (funding, resources or advise), please get in touch with us at contact@forimpact.agency.
Thank you for your interest.
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