In this episode, we sit down with Jo, our Charities Engagement Manager, to discuss the authentic and thoughtful approach to giving at NEXT. With a career spanning 20 years at the business, Jo provides a unique perspective on how we foster a culture of integrity and support. Jo shares how her team of four manages a wide range of initiatives, from local support for hospices in Leicester to international water projects for schools in Sri Lanka. We explore the significance of supporting our own colleagues in their personal fundraising efforts and how we utilise surplus stock to benefit clothing banks and community organisations. Discover how NEXT embraces a "no ego" philosophy, prioritising the needs of the charity and the community to ensure our contributions make a genuine, long term impact. Jo also discusses how the team is evolving, using new tools to handle administrative tasks so they can focus on what matters most connecting with and supporting people. Watch the full episode to hear more about Jo’s journey and the incredible work being done across our global communities. 00:00 Authenticity and the no ego approach at NEXT 00:45 Meet Jo Charities Engagement Manager 01:12 Supporting local and global communities 02:09 Building a supportive in-house community 03:00 Why integrity matters in charity work 04:33 Balancing national and local support 05:38 Supporting the next generation 06:56 Enabling colleagues to have a say in giving 08:39 Giving beyond monetary donations 09:54 Providing choice and quality in donations 11:29 The community vibe across the business 12:24 Support for colleague fundraising and challenges 13:57 Using AI to increase charitable impact 16:25 Jo's twenty year journey at NEXT 18:10 The importance of company culture 19:36 Connecting with people across the business 23:16 Global projects and water for Sri Lankan schools 26:58 Supporting through raffles and gifts in kind 29:16 Jo's vision for the future of giving Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to receive updates on everything Life at NEXT! 📣 Pursue your ambition and join the NEXT team 🚀 https://shorturl.at/EDfw9 Follow us! Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifeatnext TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@lifeatnext Facebook: www.facebook.com/lifeatnext LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/lifeatnext #LifeAtNEXT #LetsTakeItOn
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