ENGAGE Blog
Welcome to the ENGAGE blog! Here, you will find articles about all things sustainability communication, strategy and Mike’s personal insights.
GreenBiz article: Solving the sustainability careers and connection crisis
It’s time to end the war for ESG talent, so companies can get to work advancing their sustainability goals.
Communicating ESG during difficult times
During Impact Hour New York, an expert panel discussed how to communicate ESG during difficult times. Here are the takeaways.
GreenBiz: 5 key facets of a strong sustainability strategy
At GreenBiz 23, I moderated a panel about fundamentals of sustainability strategy. Here are the takeaways.
Starting a business: the next leg of my impact journey
A recent life-changing experience convinced me to leave my 9-5 to start my own sustainability consulting business. Here’s the story.
5 lessons from the first year of Impact Hour
Here are some key takeaways from the first year of Impact Hour.
GreenBiz: A roadmap for ESG excellence
Corporate sustainability is a journey, not a destination. Here are a few steps to start or fine-tune your ESG strategy.
All that I’m thankful for
This Thanksgiving, I’ve found a new reason to be thankful. Here’s why.
Superheroes can’t stop the climate crisis
We need to stop looking to the skies for salvation. Only by bringing together everyday people and our collective power can we address the climate crisis and other sustainability challenges.
35 and ready to thrive
Turning 35 means it’s time to reflect on the past, and plan for the future.
Impact for Hire #2: Ellyn Parker
Ellyn Parker is a creative and energetic sustainability storyteller ready to make a difference at your organization.
Impact for Hire #1: Martin Uttley
In the first post of my Impact for Hire series, I feature Martin Uttley, an impact-driven Brit looking to bring his storytelling expertise to help organizations advance their ESG efforts.
The personal path to sustainability
The good news: Sustainability professionals are in greater demand than ever before. That's also the bad news.
Lessons youth soccer taught me about leadership
Leadership is not about winning - it’s about helping your team members become the best versions of themselves.
A pep talk for aspiring ESG professionals
Finding an ESG job can be difficult and discouraging. Get ready for a pep talk.
An ESG professional’s 2022 New Year’s intentions
In 2022, rather than setting New Year’s resolutions, I’m focusing on intentions.