In this recap episode, Ashlan and Tory reflect on their powerful conversation with returning guest Elizabeth Doerr and explore what community care, civic engagement, and hope look like during uncertain times.

They discuss the importance of taking meaningful action instead of getting stuck in doom-scrolling, why everyone has a role to play in creating positive change, and how community support can be one of the most impactful forms of activism. The conversation also highlights the parallels between taking action in our communities and taking action in our businesses, reminding listeners that progress often starts with small, intentional steps.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, struggling to figure out how to make a difference, or looking for ways to stay hopeful while building your business and life, this episode offers practical perspective and encouragement. Ashlan and Tory share honest reflections on civic engagement, community care, entrepreneurship, and the importance of moving from overwhelm into action.

Key Takeaways

• You do not have to be an organizer or activist leader to make a meaningful difference in your community.
• Community care is a powerful form of activism and social change.
• Small actions often create bigger ripple effects than we realize.
• Doom-scrolling may feel productive, but it is not the same as taking action.
• Staying informed is important, but protecting your mental health matters too.
• Hope is created through action, not by waiting for circumstances to improve.
• Local involvement often creates more direct impact than we realize.
• Empathy and compassion cost nothing but can profoundly change someone’s experience.
• The same principle applies in business: when things feel stuck, taking action creates momentum.
• Building strong communities requires participation, connection, and care for one another.

This episode references our conversation with Elizabeth Doerr, episode #137 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. You can catch our other conversations with Elizabeth,  episodes #008 and #037.

Host information:

• Co-Host, Ashlan Glazier-Anderson, Owner of AshbeanPDX Marketing
• Co-Host, Victoria (Tory) Proppe, Owner of Imagine Marketing Strategies

Connect:

• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaketheLeap-Today 
• On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taketheleap_today 
• With Ashlan:
  • https://www.instagram.com/ashbeanpdxmktg 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashlan-glazier-anderson 
• With Tory:
  • https://www.instagram.com/imaginemarketingstrategies 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaproppe 

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