Simon demonstrates how combining financial resources with social justice principles can create exponentially greater impact than traditional investing or philanthropy alone. She presents a detailed framework for evaluating investments based on both their financial viability and their potential for systemic change, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and long-term sustainability.

The author advocates for a radical shift in how investment decisions are made, placing affected communities at the center of the process. This approach ensures that investments address real needs rather than perceived ones, leading to more effective and sustainable outcomes while challenging traditional power dynamics in the financial sector.

Simon introduces innovative ways to measure and evaluate impact beyond conventional ROI metrics. She presents a holistic framework that considers social, environmental, and economic outcomes, emphasizing the importance of qualitative measures and stakeholder feedback in assessing investment success.