One-to-One Business Model

Learning Goal: Determine how to build a better one-for-one business model.

Read through (scan) the articles below and answer the the three questions. The goal is to understand how to build a better version of the One for One model. To do so it is critical that you are capable of understanding the flaws.

The flaws of the One for One model are no different from those of many not for profits. The One for One model includes making profit, while being able to produce a social good. The problem that is hard to overcome is longevity. How do businesses and not for profits produce a social good that is long lasting and sustainable.

Heifer International is a charity organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world by providing livestock and training to struggling communities. Heifer International provides animals to families, giving them a source of eggs, milk, and resources that can improve their lives and the lives of those around them. This type of charity is long lasting and sustainable.

Finding a way to integrate the long-term is the hard part.

Lesson Information

Articles

TheBrokenBuy1Give 1Model.pdf
1for1 Business Model and Unintended Consequences.pdf

Student Activity

Questions

    • What is the biggest goal of the One for One business model?
    • What are the flaws that come out of the One for One model? How do they impact people?
    • What are the keys to making the One for One model work better?

Sources