Cisco Purpose

Building Bridges: The Power of Purpose Alignment for Positive Impact

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Building Bridges: The Power of Purpose Alignment for Positive Impact

The quest for life’s meaning has been a constant throughout human history. Finding our personal purpose is essential for our emotional well-being and fulfillment as human beings. This purpose in life, which drives and motivates us day by day, takes on an even greater dimension when it aligns with the purpose of the organization for which we work. When an employee feels that their work contributes to a greater cause, their commitment and performance reach…

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Celebrating women’s inclusion in the climate innovation space

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Celebrating women’s inclusion in the climate innovation space

International Women’s Day (IWD) gives us time to reflect on the achievements women have made before us, the unique challenges women may face today as they continue to break barriers, and what the future may look like for women as we move into a digital and low-carbon economy. The theme for IWD this year is “inspire inclusion.” Thriving economies depend on stable environments and inclusive societies, and that’s why Cisco’s environmental sustainability strategy, The Plan…

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Paving the Way to a More Inclusive Future

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Paving the Way to a More Inclusive Future

As a first-generation college student and a woman of color, navigating my educational journey was a path I faced alone. Growing up with a single, hardworking mother, I learned the value of self-reliance and determination early on. Her unwavering support instilled in me a tenacity to always seek betterment and embrace challenges. While majoring in marketing and management at the University of Houston, scholarships became my gateway to education. Yet, it wasn’t just about securing…

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Have you ever been inspired by a teacher?

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Have you ever been inspired by a teacher?

January 24 is the International Day of Education, celebrating what the United Nations describes as a “fundamental human right” and “the bedrock of societies, economies, and every person’s potential.” The purpose of Cisco Networking Academy is to empower all people with career possibilities, helping them achieve their potential. There are currently 3.7 million people in 190 countries learning with Cisco Networking Academy. In our 11,700 Academies, 29,700 instructors are dedicated to inspiring learners with IT…

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The Next One Billion Lives

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The Next One Billion Lives

Last week, Cisco shared the news that we’ve achieved our ten-year goal to positively impact one billion lives through the Cisco Foundation, Social Impact grants, and Networking Academy – one year ahead of schedule. As the leaders of these organizations, we’ve never been prouder of the extraordinary work of our teams and our global nonprofit partners, and the contributions of leaders and employees across our company in innovating to help solve the world’s greatest challenges….

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An opportunity and a responsibility

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An opportunity and a responsibility

Cisco’s Chief Legal Officer shares her perspective on the power of pro bono work. Cisco’s purpose is to power a more inclusive future for all. This is not just abstract sentiment; our purpose is ingrained in everything we do. It guides the design of our technology, the culture we cultivate with our teams, and our efforts in the communities where we live and work. For three years running, Cisco has maintained more than 80 percent employee…

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