GoodMakers
By goodgigs
GoodMakersSep 28, 2021
The Latest in Social Enterprise with Cory Ames
060: Catch up on the latest trends in social enterprise with Cory Ames, CEO and Co-Founder of Grow Ensemble, a social impact media and education platform. Learn how Cory got his start in entrepreneurship and what he learned as a 22-year-old CEO.
Follow Cory on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/AmesCory
Visit Grow Ensemble -> https://growensemble.com/
Subscribe to The Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation podcast -> https://apple.co/3mdkw1u
Find full-time, freelance, and remote jobs at -> www.goodgigs.app
Listen Again: How To Build a Brand of Purpose with Danny Alexander
Listen Again: Get a first-hand account of what was happening inside the walls of a toilet paper brand during the great toilet paper shortage of 2020. In this episode, we speak with Danny Alexander, Co-Founder of popular, good for the planet toilet paper brand, Who Gives a Crap. Not only is the brand good for the planet, being made out of 100 % recyclable paper and sustainable bamboo, but they also donate 50% of their profits to build toilets, to help the 2 billion people without access to proper sanitation. Danny talks us through the thought process behind building such a bold and humorous brand, and what they did in the early days to stand out when they didn't have a marketing budget. He also shares what they look for in candidates when hiring new team members. And how they're able to keep the whole team aligned with the ambitious mission that they've set for the next 30 years.
Find gigs with mission-driven companies -> www.goodgigs.app
Explore open roles with Who Gives a Crap -> https://goodgigs.app/company/who-gives-a-crap
Listen again: The Benefits of a Service Mentality with Shawn Finnie
Listen Again: From living in his car for four months when he moved to Hollywood to helping diversify the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences membership base, our guest Shawn Finnie explains how coming from a place of service has allowed him to grow as an influential leader. Shawn also advises on how to carve out your own opportunities in the workplace, how to show yourself the love and respect you desire from others, and how to bring ideas to life on your terms.
Follow Shawn on Instagram -> www.instagram.com/shawnfinniebeflourishing
Find full-time, freelance and remote jobs -> www.goodgigs.app
Read the transcript of the episode -> https://bit.ly/3a4srXU
This Company Is On a Mission To Reimagine Waste with Bob Powell
059: How do you turn animal waste and plastic into renewable energy? Bob Powell, CEO of Brightmark, explains how his company has created technology to do just that. Bob and his team are on a mission to reimagine waste. He talks about how their technology works and how their goal is to eliminate the world's waste through circularity. Bob also shares how they've created a company culture of optimism and what attributes he looks for when hiring new team members.
Explore the work Brightmark are doing -> www.brightmark.com
Follow Bob on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/bobpowell_
Follow Dale on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/DaleWWilkinson
Find full-time, freelance, and remote jobs with mission-driven companies -> www.goodgigs.app
Read the transcript from the episode -> https://bit.ly/3mbKMrH
Listen again: How To Deal With The Imposter Syndrome with Eric Nehrlich
Listen again: Do you ever have that voice in your head telling you that you're not good enough? In this episode, Dale records his session with Leadership & Executive Coach Eric Nehrlich. They discuss Dale's challenge with the imposter syndrome, and Eric takes him through a powerful visualization technique to help him become more present and control the emotions he's experiencing. A must-listen for anyone that feels stuck and needs a way to move forward!
Set up a free introductory call with Eric.
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The Must-Know Secrets of Brand Storytelling with Kelsea Little
058: Do you know what goes into telling a good story? In this episode, we speak with Kelsea Little, Head of Brand Storytelling for GoFundMe, about her lessons on telling compelling human interest stories. We also discuss how Kelsea created this position for herself and how you can move up in your company by following her best practices for building your professional brand.
Follow Kelsea on LinkedIn -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelsealittle/
Listen to the GoFundMe Podcast -> https://www.gofundme.com/c/heroes/true-stories-of-good-people
Find meaningful work -> www.goodgigs.app
Follow Dale on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/DaleWWilkinson
Read the transcript from the episode -> https://bit.ly/3k9MXMC
How AI Can Be Used To Prevent Heart Disease with Connor Landgraf
057: Cardiovascular disease is one of the world's biggest killers. In this episode, we speak with Connor Landgraf about how he wanted to create the Shazam for heartbeats by building Eko, a digital healthcare company that uses AI technology and digital stethoscopes to help healthcare providers give better cardiac care. We also talk about what makes a good Eko team member and what Connor looks for when evaluating candidates.
Explore Eko's open roles -> https://goodgigs.app/company/eko/jobs
Email Connor -> connor@ekohealth.com
Follow Connor on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/connorlandgraf
Follow Dale on Twitter - > https://twitter.com/DaleWWilkinson
Find full-time, freelance, and remote jobs -> www.goodgigs.app
Read the full transcript from the episode -> https://bit.ly/3BNcdOT
How Tech Can Fight Child Sexual Abuse with Julie Cordua
056: Online child sexual abuse material has exploded in the age of the internet. In this episode, we speak with Julie Cordua, CEO of nonprofit Thorn. Julie helped create Thorn in 2012 as an organization focused on building technology to defend children from sexual abuse. Under Julie’s leadership, Thorn has developed products and programs deployed today in 55 countries, has reached more than 3 million people, and has helped identify more than 19,000 victims of abuse. We talk about their product development process, how the organization has evolved over the ten years, and what type of people Julie looks for when hiring for the team.
Learn more about Thorn -> https://www.thorn.org/
Watch Julie's TED talk -> https://bit.ly/3kCM4v1
Follow Julie on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/juliecordua
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How To Confidently Grow Your Career with David Fano
055: If you hate the job search process, you're not alone. In this episode, we speak with David Fano, Founder & CEO of Teal, about making the job search not suck. Fano is a repeat founder & entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience building products & services to help people leverage technology and achieve more with less. Fano is focusing his passion on empowering people with tools & resources to grow their careers with Teal. In under 1 year, the team at Teal has grown the platform & community to over 20,000 users committed to growing their careers. We talk about how David came up with the idea for Teal and how he was able to validate it. He also talks about what job seekers should do to help their chances of securing their dream job, how to present yourself as the solution to the company's problem, and why he advises against presenting yourself as a generalist.
Sign up for Teal -> www.tealhq.com
Follow David on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/davidfano
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The Secret To Building Successful Partnerships with Karen Goldfeder
054: Have you been struggling to bring in business for your social impact campaign? We speak with Karen Goldfeder, former VP of Business Development of DoSomething, about effectively finding and doing cold outreach to potential clients, donors, or partners. Karen also breaks down what a business development professional does and how it differs from a sales position.
Find do-good campaigns on DoSomething -> https://www.dosomething.org/us
Learn about DoSomething partnerships -> sponsorships@dosomething.org
Follow Karen on LinkedIn -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-goldfeder-bba74928/
Find meaningful work at goodgigs -> www.goodgigs.app
Read the transcript of this episode -> https://bit.ly/2VoIxbo
How To Capture Attention with Colin McIntosh
053: Have you been struggling to stand out as a job seeker or even as a business owner? In this episode, we speak with Colin McIntosh, Founder & CEO of Sheets & Giggles, an ethical and sustainable bedding company, about his advice on how to capture your listener's attention. We also discuss how the idea for Sheets & Giggles originated, his storytelling principles, and what type of candidates stand out to him when hiring for his team.
Download Colin's resume template -> www.sheetsgiggles.com/resume
Buy Sheets & Giggles bedding -> www.sheetsgiggles.com
Follow Colin on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/ColinDMcIntosh
Find jobs with mission-driven companies -> www.goodgigs.app
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Accelerating Success for Black Professionals with Emily Slade
052: For too long Black professionals have had to deal with racism and bias in the workplace. One company that is helping advance the opportunities for Black talent is Valence, a community for career development and opportunities for Black professionals. In this episode, we speak with one of its co-founders Emily Slade.
We discuss the unique challenges Black professionals face and several strategies that can help them succeed at work. Emily also shares how companies can help advance and support their Black executives to ensure a safe and inclusive workplace.
Emily also gives the lowdown of what she looks for when hiring team members for Valence and helpful tips on preparing for an interview.
Join the Valence community -> https://valence.community/bonds
Follow Emily on LinkedIn -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyslade/
Use Videoask to send videos -> https://videoask.com/
Find meaningful work with -> http://goodgigs.app/
Read the transcript of the episode here -> https://bit.ly/3i71xDK
5 Steps to Create a Business Name with Brad Flowers
051: If you've tried to come up with a name for a business or product, you know how time-consuming and stressful it can be. In this episode, we speak with Brad Flowers, founder of an impact branding agency, Bullhorn, and author of 'The Naming Book, 5 steps to creating brand and product names that sell'.
We talk about why it's crucial to spend the time coming up with a brand name that stands out, why you should set goals for your name, and the common pitfalls business owners make when developing a name.
Buy the book 👉 https://www.thenamingbook.com/
Follow Brad on Twitter 👉 https://twitter.com/BullhornBrad
Reach out to Bullhorn 👉 https://bullhorncreative.com/
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Read the transcript from the episode 👉 https://bit.ly/3Bkbo0x
Reach Your Goals With This Simple Tactic
050: Do you have trouble achieving your goals or sticking to new habits? Dale shares a simple yet effective technique that will increase the chances of accomplishing everything you set out to achieve. It's this same tactic that has helped us reach 50 episodes! 🥳
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How Business Can Authentically Give Back with Holly Copeland
049: Are you wondering how your business, or the company you work for, can give back to the community? Holly Copeland, Sr. Director of Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability, and Impact at Horizon Therapeutics, shares her strategies to create initiatives that align with your company and that will have the most impact on the communities you're involved with.
You'll learn:
- What Holly learned from working in the nonprofit, government, and for-profit sector
- How to create authentic CSR initiatives for your business
- How to find nonprofit partners that align with your company's giving strategy
- What to think about when making a career choice between nonprofit and for-profit
Next steps:
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Explore Horizon Therapeutics: https://www.horizontherapeutics.com/
Watch 'Nora's Forever Home': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Htc79mEykHM
Follow Holly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-copeland-35b33664/
Find full-time, freelance, and remote jobs with mission-driven companies at: www.goodgigs.app
Follow Dale on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaleWWilkinson
Change Your Words To Change Your Life
048: Do you speak badly of yourself in public? "I suck at public speaking," "I'm no good at writing," "I hate reading". It's time to cut this limiting language from our conversations and replace it with verbiage to reframe how we approach activities we want to get better at.
You'll learn:
- Why the words you use are crucial to building the life you desire.
- How to start noticing the limiting language you use.
- How to find alternative, positive words that will put you in an abundant mindset.
Next steps:
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Feeding The Future With Vertical Farming with David Rosenberg
047: Did you know that 70% of our freshwater use goes to Agriculture? And 70% of freshwater contamination comes from agriculture? In this episode, we speak with David Rosenberg, Founder, and CEO of AeroFarms, the first vertical farming company to be certified a B corp, about how their technology is reimagining how we can sustainably feed the future.
You'll learn how:
- David looked for a crucial problem to address and then developed a viable business idea to solve it.
- Their propriety vertical farming technology is having a massive impact on both environmental and societal issues.
- David changed his approach to hiring, which helped create a team full of problem-solving innovators.
Next steps:
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Find AeroFarms in stores: https://www.aerofarms.com/store-locator/
Careers at AeroFarms: https://www.aerofarms.com/careers/
Follow David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-rosenberg-519a191/
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Do This First When You Want To Change Careers
046: If you're feeling unfulfilled in your current job, and are thinking about changing your career, listen to this episode to learn what you should do first to set you up for success. Dale shares a simple exercise that you can do to help create a blueprint for the career exploration phase you're about to enter. This exercise takes less than an hour, and will have you feeling more determined, motivated, and excited for your future!
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How To Be Helpful To Nonprofits with Sasha Purpura
045: If you're thinking about approaching a nonprofit with an idea you think could help them, first listen to this episode! We speak with Sasha Purpura, Executive Director of nonprofit Food for Free, about the best way to approach nonprofits you'd like to help. Sasha talks about why it's best to first volunteer at the nonprofit, and how you need to take on the responsibility of working out how you can help. Sasha explains how thinking on your feet and having deep ties with the community you serve is essential when leading a team through a disaster. She also shares her story of how she transitioned from a career in tech to leading a nonprofit working on an issue she is passionate about, and Sasha also has advice for those who are wanting to change careers.
Get involved with Food for Free: https://foodforfree.org/
Follow Sasha on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasha-purpura-96a182/
Follow Dale on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaleWWilkinson
Find full-time, freelance, and remote work at: http://goodgigs.app/
How To Use Twitter To Find Work
044: Are you looking for work but you're not on Twitter? You have to listen to this episode! Dale explains why Twitter is an incredible tool to use when you're on the hunt for full-time or freelance work. He walks you through 9 steps on how to use it to your advantage when looking for a gig. He also talks about how Twitter can help you build a support network, your authority, and your professional brand.
Use TweetDeck: https://tweetdeck.twitter.com
Follow Dale on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaleWWilkinson
Find jobs with mission drive companies at: http://goodgigs.app/
Using Data To Reduce Food Waste & Insecurity with Kim Bui
043: Have you ever thought about what it takes to get an apple from the farm to your mouth? It's extremely complex and can be riddled with inefficiencies causing food waste. We speak with Kim Bui, Global Head of FreshCloud Infrastructure and Analytics for AgroFresh, about how they're using data and analytics to improve the supply chain from grower to retailer, and helping solve the waste issue. Kim also talks about how the idea for FreshCloud originated, and how he used his grit and perseverance to pitch the innovative idea to the CEO of AgroFresh, and what advice he has for others on how to pitch new ideas.
Follow Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimbbui/
Visit AgroFresh: https://www.agrofresh.com/
Find full-time, freelance, and remote gigs at goodgigs: https://goodgigs.app/
Creating Impact With Design Thinking with Sisa Lleses
042: If you have an idea for an impact-focused product, you have to make sure your solution is the right one before you go and spend thousands of dollars on development. In this episode, we speak with Sisa Lleses, Founder of Design Off The Boat, an all-women product design studio that helps women-led social impact companies, about how they approach product development with design thinking principles. She explains what design thinking is, and how it can help social entrepreneurs avoid costly mistakes during the product development stage. We also talk about why Sisa committed to only work with women social entrepreneurs, and how that decision has changed her studio's trajectory. Sisa also shares her favorite no-code tools that can have you launching a mobile app within minutes!
Follow Sisa on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stickysisa
Work with Design Off The Boat: https://designofftheboat.com/
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Join other purpose-driven professionals in the goodgigs community: https://goodgigs.circle.so/
Activism Through Planet-Friendly Eating with Seth Goldman & Chef Spike
041: Would you ever believe that a mushroom could taste like chicken? Seth Goldman and Spike Mendelsohn were surprised too, but they seized on the opportunity to turn this mushroom into a planet-friendly jerky snack. They are Co-Founders of Eat The Change, a company on a mission to create chef-crafted and nutrient-dense snacks that are kind to the planet. We talk about how they met, and how they initially collaborated on PLNT Burger, a casual vegan eatery, and continued to open stores during the early stages of the pandemic. They share their creative process, tips on working with a co-founder, and advice to other social entrepreneurs who are just starting out.
Buy Eat The Change Mushroom Jerky
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Tell Your Story With Content Marketing with Kristi Porter
040: To make a real impact, mission-driven organizations must be able to effectively tell their story, and do it often. In this episode, we speak with Kristi Porter, who is a copywriter and consultant who helps cause-focused organizations get noticed and grow through effective marketing and communications. She also teaches small businesses how to incorporate easy philanthropy and giving strategies. Kristi talks about why content marketing is critical when building a social impact brand, whether for a company or your own personal brand. She talks about what you must do first before you even start creating content, how often you should be developing content, and ideas on how to distribute and promote it. This is a must-listen for anyone trying to leverage their unique story they have to tell.
Learn more about what Kristi can do here!
Follow Kristi on LinkedIn and if you want to work with Kristi visit Signify.
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How Blockchain Can Create A Safe Internet with Sebastiaan van der Lans
039: Have you been fooled into sharing fake news on the internet? The spread of misinformation is alarming. In this episode, we speak with Sebastiaan van der Lans, Founder of WordProof, a tool that is using blockchain technology to stamp out misinformation and fraudulent activity on the internet. We talk about the ramifications of misinformation, what blockchain technology is, and how he's using it to create a more trusted internet. Sebastiaan also shares all the different ways creators can verify and protect their intellectual property.
Learn more about WordProof
Follow Sebastiaan on Twitter
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Helping Create A Safe Workplace with Claire Schmidt
038: Do you feel comfortable speaking up at your workplace? Many people don't. This is why Claire Schmidt created a tool that allows employees to anonymously provide feedback to company leadership. Claire talks about the inspiration behind Allvoices and walks us through her process for validating the idea. She also talks about how the product works, and how any employee could use the tool, even if their company is not on the platform. Claire also discusses the company values and describes the type of people she looks for when hiring for her team.
Anonymously report issues, share feedback, or ask questions directly to your company at: allvoices.co/report
Learn more about the AllVoices platform and how it can help you build healthy, safe company cultures at: www.allvoices.co
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Follow Claire on LinkedIn and Twitter
Focusing On Impact As An Angel Investor with Zecca Lehn
037: Are you looking for investors to help scale your mission-driven startup? Or are you thinking about becoming an angel investor yourself? This episode will help you understand the thought process of a prolific impact-focused angel investor, Zecca Lehn. Zecca talks about what an angel investor is, and how they can help early-stage founders scale their venture. He talks through his investment thesis, and what opportunities excite him. He also shares his thoughts on what type of founders he would like to see more of in the impact space.
Join Zecca's Clubs on Clubhouse - Posi2ive, Sustainable Tech, and Social Tech
Subscribe to Zecca's podcast here.
Read the articles Zecca mentioned in the episode;
VC Impact-Focused Databases for Founders & Investors
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How To Help People Get A Second Chance with Karen Lee
036: Have you, or someone you know, had an interaction with the US criminal justice system? In this episode, we speak with Karen Lee, CEO of Pioneer Human Services, an organization in Washington state, helping the formerly incarcerated get support with housing, employment, treatment, and training. Karen talks about some of the issues with the US legal system that is causing unjust consequences to Black and Brown communities. She also gives job-seeking advice to folks who have had an interaction with the US criminal justice system. And Karen shares what she believes we need to do as a society, to help give people a second chance.
Visit Pioneer Human Services.
Listen to their podcast here!
Connect with Karen on LinkedIn.
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Disrupting The Pet Food Industry with Shawn Buckley
035: If you're a dog owner, and you feed the pup kibble, you're going to want to listen to this episode. We speak with Shawn Buckley, Founder of Just Food For Dogs, a pet food company that has kitchens that are accessible to the public, where they cook fresh, whole-food meals for dogs. We talk about how Shawn came up with the idea, the challenge of creating an industry-disrupting business, and the book he co-authored, 'Big Kibble, The Hidden Dangers of The Pet Food Industry.'
Find a Just Food For Dogs location!
Buy the book, 'Big Kibble'
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Creating Social Impact Through Games with Mariam Nusrat
034: Imagine using the power of mobile games to create a positive social impact. That is what Mariam Nusrat is doing with her social impact gaming studio GRID. Mariam tells the story of how she came up with the idea of using games to encourage positive behavioral change, how they developed mobile games around issues such a menstruation stigma, structural racism, and COVID-19. Mariam also shares with us their new platform, Breshna, that will allow anyone to create their own game.
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How Afresh Is Reducing Food Waste with Matt Schwartz
033: The United States is the global leader in food waste, discarding billions of pounds of food per year. In this episode, we speak with Matt Schwartz, Co-Founder, and CEO of Afresh, an AI platform that is helping grocery retailers order fresh produce while reducing food waste at the same time. Matt talks about how he and his co-founders narrowed in on this problem, and how they came up with the idea. Afresh is also growing rapidly, and are currently hiring. Matt talks about the company's values, what they look for when interviewing candidates, the interview process, and how you'd be able to create impact by joining this purpose-driven team.
View Afresh's goodgigs profile and open jobs!
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How An App Is Revolutionizing Volunteerism with CR Celona
032: Have you been wanting to get out in your community and make a difference? In this episode, we speak we CR Celona, Founder of Cluster, an app on a mission to revolutionize and simplify volunteering and social impact. Celona talks about how everyday folks can use the app to amplify the good they're doing in their community, and how brands can get in on the social impact activities as well. He also describes the tough five years it has taken to build the app, and what the vision is for the future of Cluster.
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How Gen Z Is Changing The World with Sophie Beren
031: Learn how Generation Z are using their voices for good, and how to welcome them into the workplace. We speak with Sophie Beren, Founder of The Conversationalist, the go-to platform to amplify gen z and diverse voices, about what makes generation Z pivotal in creating social change. Sophie describes the mindset of Gen Z and how to best integrate them into your company culture. She also gives advice on how to have difficult conversations with loved ones, and tips on becoming a more empathetic communicator.
Join The Conversationalist!
Follow Sophie on Twitter & Instagram!
Visit Rich Keller's site for personal branding tips!
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Being Authentic With Impact Initiatives with Enrique Alvarez
030: Do you want your business to give back, but you don't know where to begin? In the episode, we speak with Enrique Alvarez, founder of Vector Global Logistics, who is changing the world through the supply chain. Enrique talks about how he implements social impact into his business model, and what advice he has for entrepreneurs who want to do the same. Enrique also shares how he manages his hiring process, and how he has built an incredible team of values-aligned talent.
Find Enrique on LinkedIn!
Apply to work with Vector!
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How To Get Advisors with Kat Yalung
029: Do you have a support network around you as you build your mission-driven startup? In this episode, we speak with Kat Yalung, Chief Katalyst of Unleased, to discuss the benefits of having advisors, and how to go about getting them. Kat also shares some great tips for graduates on how to get an internship at a startup, and techniques on how to land your dream job. Kat also explains how she is helping entrepreneurs unleash their full potential in their relationships, careers, and life.
Listen again: Why Doing Inner Work Makes You a Better Leader with Virginia Bauman
Original broadcast Sep 1, 2020: Do you want to bring your personality and identity into your leadership style? In this episode, we speak with Virginia Bauman, founder of Cuties, a coffee shop for the queer community in East Los Angeles, VP of strategy for a coffee brand Go Get Em Tiger and Executive Coach who works with leaders who want to integrate who they are as a person, into their leadership. Virginia walks us through the tough decisions she had to make with Cuties when COVID hit and gives her tips on how to navigate unexpected circumstances. We also talk about the importance of doing inner work on yourself to become the best version of you and the leader you've always wanted to be. And Virginia advises what type of support you should have around you for peak performance and the benefits of having a coach.
Listen again: How To Build a Community with Veni Kunche
Original broadcast date, Oct 2020: Learn the secret to building an engaged and thriving community. We speak with Veni Kunche, founder of Diversify Tech, a community and collection of resources for underrepresented people in tech. Veni walks us through how she started the community after seeing a need in the market and then validated the idea. She gives us tips on how to create a community and what you should be doing to make sure you're building a community that people want. Veni also talks through her Twitter strategy that has helped her become an authority in her field, with a loyal following.
Sign up to Diversify Tech!
Follow Veni on Twitter
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Learn The Basics of Impact Investing with Peter Bruce-Clark
028: Are you looking to raise capital for your mission-driven business? Or are you looking to invest in making the world a better place? In this episode, you'll learn the basics of impact investing, as we chat with Peter Bruce-Clark, Partner of venture capital firm, Social Impact Capital. Peter talks about the best approach to take when you start pitching investors. He also gives his perspective on what makes a winning pitch, and what must be included in your pitch deck. And Peter shares what Social Impact Capital invests in, and how to get in touch!
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Connect with Social Impact Capital.
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How To Build a Brand of Purpose with Danny Alexander
027: Get a first-hand account of what was happening inside the walls of a toilet paper brand during the great toilet paper shortage of 2020. In this episode, we speak with Danny Alexander, Co-Founder of popular, good for the planet toilet paper brand, Who Gives a Crap. Not only is the brand good for the planet, being made out of 100 % recyclable paper and sustainable bamboo, but they also donate 50% of their profits to build toilets, to help the 2 billion people without access to proper sanitation. Danny talks us through the thought process behind building such a bold and humorous brand, and what they did in the early days to stand out when they didn't have a marketing budget. He also shares what they look for in candidates when hiring new team members. And how they're able to keep the whole team aligned with the ambitious mission that they've set for the next 30 years.
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Make An Impact With Content Marketing with Grant Trahant
026: Wondering what content marketing you should be doing to build awareness for your social impact initiative? In this episode, we speak with Grant Trahant, Founder of social impact media brand, Causeartist, about the benefits of starting a podcast for your business. He also shares other tips on how to use content to tell your story of impact, and his number one piece of advice for getting inspired.
Become a member of Causeartist!
Submit social impact news to Causeartist.
Listen to Causeartist podcasts.
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Listen again: How To Use Your Voice To Influence with Scott Evans
Original broadcast date: July 2020. Do you get anxious with just the thought of speaking in public? Then this episode is for you. We chat with Scott Evans, host of NBC's Access Hollywood and World of Dance. Scott speaks on live TV to millions of viewers every single day. He teaches us the right mindset to have when going into any situation where your voice and presence can make a difference. He talks about how to show your vulnerability in a way that connects with your audience on a deeper level. And he takes us through some exercises you can use to make sure you're giving your best vocal performance.
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How To Create Impact With Storytelling with Michael & Ylianna Dadashi
025: Knowing how to tell a captivating story is essential when communicating your mission. In this episode, we speak with husband and wife team Michael & Ylianna Dadashi, founders of social impact water brand, Heart Water. The duo tells us how they were able to find meaning and purpose in their individual struggles, and how they used that experience to build not one, but two mission-driven companies that are quite literally saving lives. They also share their tips on what makes a successful co-founder partnership, and how to use storytelling to effectively communicate your why.
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Making a Win-Win Out of Pro Bono Work with Michael Bellavia
024: Is pro bono work a good strategy for getting your foot in the door with social impact clients? We speak with Michael Bellavia, founder of social impact agency Help Good, about his thoughts on how you can turn pro bono work into a win-win situation. He also has advice on how to navigate budget conversations with new, nonprofit clients and how to set client expectations.
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How To Be a Conscious Creative with Kelly Small
023: If you need some direction on how to start being more conscious of your daily actions, you'll want to listen to this episode. We speak with Kelly Small, Executive Creative Director, Designer, and Author of The Conscious Creative, Practical Ethics for Purposeful Work. Kelly talks about their struggle with reconciling working within the advertising industry and following their moral compass. We highlight and explore some of the actionable tips from the book which are broken up into personal, economic, social, and environment ethical practices. And Kelly has advice for those who want to start using their voice for good in the workplace.
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How To Build Authentic Relationships with Sam Prater
022: Learn why authentic relationship building is the key to getting your desired outcome. In this episode, we speak with Sam Prater, Founder and Executive Director of LA Room & Board, a non-profit housing and feeding community college students in Los Angeles. Sam explains how he used his experience to come up with the idea, and how the concept has evolved so he can make the biggest impact. Sam talks about the challenge he had pitching to donors and funders as a new non-profit leader, and how he overcame it. He also has a valuable lesson on relationship building, and how to use your network to your advantage.
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Why You Should Apply To Accelerators with Miki Reynolds
021: If you're a business owner, or even if you just have a business idea, this episode explains the benefits of applying to startup accelerators. We speak with Miki Reynolds, founder and Executive Director of Grid110, a free accelerator based in Los Angeles. Miki describes the multiple programs available with Grid110, including a new program for Black & Latinx founders with businesses in South Los Angeles, where participants receive a $25,000 grant. Miki also talks about when is the best time to apply to an accelerator and how to know which one will be best for you. As an Indie.VC scout, Miki explains their non-traditional investment model, and how she has the ability to write investment checks to startups she believes in.
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How To Deal With The Imposter Syndrome with Eric Nehrlich
020: Do you ever have that voice in your head telling you that you're not good enough? In this episode, Dale records his session with Leadership & Executive Coach Eric Nehrlich. They discuss Dale's challenge with the imposter syndrome, and Eric takes him through a powerful visualization technique to help become more present and in control of the emotions he's experiencing. A must-listen for anyone that feels stuck and needs a way to move forward!
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How To Build a Community with Veni Kunche
019: Learn the secret to building an engaged and thriving community. We speak with Veni Kunche, founder of Diversify Tech, a community and collection of resources for underrepresented people in tech. Veni walks us through how she started the community after seeing a need in the market and then validated the idea. She gives us tips on how to create a community and what you should be doing to make sure you're building a community that people want. Veni also talks through her Twitter strategy that has helped her become an authority in her field, with a loyal following.
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How To Pitch Impact Investors with Taj Ahmad-Eldridge
018: If you're building a mission-driven startup and looking to pitch impact investors, this episode with Taj Ahmad-Eldridge is full of practical advice you do not want to miss. Taj is a former founder, turned impact investor, and Senior Director of Investment with Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator. Taj talks about the benefits of applying to accelerators and incubators, and how to evaluate the ones worthy of applying to. He gives his take on what a winning pitch deck includes, and what he looks for when making an investment. He also gives his thoughts on where the opportunities are for wannabe Social Entrepreneurs and Impact Investors.
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How To Find Your Purpose with Matthew Paetz
017: Are you still trying to work out what your purpose is? In this episode, you'll learn about a formula that Matthew Paetz, a Personal Development Coach, has developed to help you find what your purpose is. Matthew walks us through the three essential elements that you need to get your life headed in the direction you've always wanted. He talks about how to harness your past experiences and struggles, why vulnerability will set you free, and how to build a support network around you.
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