Other writing: Mapping the Inner and Outer Landscapes

My writing has always been an exploration of the systems we inhabit—whether those are global value chains, sustainable business models, or the subtle rhythms of the soul. I believe we do not have to choose between intellect and intuition; we need both to navigate the complexities of the present with honesty and presence.

Below you will find a selection of my published works, ranging from award-winning books on social sustainability and leadership to academic research on systems transformation and intuitive tools for self-reflection.

Books

My books span over two decades of work at the intersection of human rights, strategy, and existential growth.

• Impact – Tio år av sociala investeringar (2020) (Impact – Ten Years of Social Investment) A reflection on a decade of creating measurable societal benefit. Awarded the Publishing Prize in 2020.
• Chef – Ledarskap när kunden bestämmer (2018) (Manager – Leadership When the Customer Decides) This study of courageous leadership examines the grit and systemic transformation required to transition toward a model where individuals in social care dictate the terms of their own lives.
• Srey – Tales of Urban Girlhood (2017) A powerful narrative exploring identity and survival, this book illuminates the strength and systemic vulnerability of girls living in the shadows of Cambodia’s economic miracle. Nominated for the Publishing Prize in 2018.
• This is Our Business – Children’s Rights and Business Principles (2014) Produced in collaboration with UNICEF and Reach for Change, this work provides a strategic framework for integrating the Children’s Rights and Business Principles into the heart of private sector operations.
• Återvinningen (2015) (The Recovery) Through the life stories of the "Musketeers of Rågsved," this book examines how radical respect and community can overcome a rigged welfare system to restore dignity to the most vulnerable.
• Framtidens Allmännytta – Hållbar som Ålidhem (2015) (Public Housing of the Future) Using a dramatic urban transformation in Umeå as a catalyst, this work outlines the success factors for sustainable public housing by weaving together perspectives from residents, researchers, and leaders.
• Until the Last Drop of My Blood (2015) This book highlights the work of ten exceptional global leaders and offers insights into the vital role of families and communities in preventing child trafficking and sexual exploitation.
• Turning Our Tears into Power (2014) A collection of insights from the Child 10 initiative, this work showcases the transformative leadership and methods used to protect and empower children on a global scale.

Academic Articles

My research is rooted in positive psychology, sociology, and systems theory. These peer-reviewed articles explore how we can measure and understand sustainability beyond the surface.

• Transformation of Swedish CSOs Using the Strengths of Purpose and Empathy (2019) Applied Science and Innovative Research.
• Almost Interconnected – How Sweden’s 50 Largest Companies Apply a Systems Approach to Sustainability (2018) Applied Science and Innovative Research.
• What Purpose Does a Company Serve in the World? Swedish Students and Sustainability Professionals in Dialogue (2018) Journal of Business Theory and Practice.
• Swedish Business Leaders Prospecting Sustainability – Finding the Future with Purpose, Systems Approach, Empathy & Transformation (2018) Business and Management Studies.
• The Inter Business Index: Developing a Tool for Measurement and Comparability of Holistic Sustainability in Businesses (2017) Journal of Management and Sustainability.
• Developing a Human Centered Business Index – Leading with Purpose, Empathy, Systems-Approach and Resilience (2016) The European Public & Social Innovation Review.

"Where science provides the map, intuition allows us to feel the terrain. I stand firmly in both worlds."

If you have questions about my writing or wish to discuss how these frameworks can support existential guidance and organizational transformation, please feel free to reach out.