Welcome to Steward-Ownership 101

This online learning journey is the digital version of the book Steward-Ownership 101. It offers a clear introduction to the principles, models, and real-world practices of steward-ownership, shaped by years of learning from forerunners across industries and regions.

Designed for conversation and collaboration: You can explore the content at your own pace, jump to the chapters most relevant to you, save your progress, and share chapters with colleagues or peers. 

Have a great reading experience!
Your Purpose Team

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Preface

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Introduction to Steward-Ownership 101.

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Steward-Ownership Basics

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Separating control from economic rights.

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Theory of Steward-Ownership

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Purpose-orientation and self-determination.

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Steward-Ownership in Practice

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Company examples from history, start-up world and succession cases.

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Steward-Ownership Aligned Financing (SOAF)

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Learn how to finance steward-owned businesses.

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SOAF in Practice

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Case studies showing how SOAF works in practice.

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Steward-Ownership Ecosystem

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What is needed to help steward-ownership grow and how to get involved.

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More to know

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More info & other resources that might be interesting to you.

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