Fully revised and expanded for 2026. Intelligence & Compassion in Action offers a roadmap to empower the aspiring social entrepreneur, with real guidance for responding to today's turbulent times: The Seven Pillars, inspired by the wisdom of the late former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Author Lauren Speeth, Founding CEO of The Elfenworks Foundation, blends academic rigor with the experiences of a seasoned practitioner, and includes true tales from the trenches. There's actual, honest heartbreak in this book. And yet, in the face of the world's harsh realities, Speeth manages to be both uplifting and affirming. Infused with practical wisdom, personal insights, and inspiring accounts of supercharged impact, this book prepares us all to heed the call, each in our own unique way.