The
Sirolli Institute
In
1985, Ernesto Sirolli pioneered Enterprise Facilitation®, a unique approach to
local development based on facilitating the transformation of local ideas
into viable businesses.
The Sirolli Institute was founded in 1996.
It is a global education and training organization of experienced
professionals with the aim of introducing Enterprise Facilitation® to
communities seeking to grow their economies from within.
When invited, they help the community establish a community based
organization that works in concert with existing economic development efforts
to assist entrepreneurs.
Once established, this organization serves as a catalyst for renewed
community pride and civic spirit.
Based on the belief that the future of every community lies in the
dreams and aspirations of its people, the mission of the Sirolli Institute is
to promote economic and community revitalization by capturing the passion,
intelligence, imagination and resources of local entrepreneurs.
Local
Enterprise Facilitation® is based on four principles:
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Only
work with individuals or communities that invite you.
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Do
not motivate individuals to do anything they do not want to do.
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Trust
that they are naturally drawn to self-improvement
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Have
faith in community and the higher social needs that bond it together.
Ernesto
Sirolli’s Enterprise Facilitation®
is being used successfully in
Australia
, North America, Africa, and
Europe
.
To find out more about Enterprise Facilitation®
and the Sirolli philosphy, download the following articles:
