Ethical Hour Changemaker Chats

In today's episode I'm joined by Vicky Smith from Earth Changers, a site dedicated to promoting the best ethical and sustainable travel options the world has to offer. Vicky tells us how she found her purpose through travel and why she's committed to helping people find the best opportunities to change the world as they explore.

We discuss a whole range of topics from the Sustainable Development Goals to finding your purpose and even how 'dark tourism' can help to change your perspective and even the course of history. Plus we swap a few travel stories of our own too!

Find out more about Earth Changers and check out their amazing destinations here: https://www.earth-changers.com/

Read Sian's article on travel and ethical business in the August edition of Natural Mumma Magazine on page 16/17: https://naturalmumma.com/2018/08/03/read-the-latest-edition-it-takes-a-village-aug-18/

If you're interested in ethical travel, you may also like to listen to our episode with Don Desmond from Critically Endangered Socks, to hear how he was inspired by his time in Borneo and witnessing the destruction of the rainforest: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/saving-species-one-step-at-a-time/

Find out more about the Sustainable Development Goals here: https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/

 

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour community: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/

We all want to tackle plastic pollution, and many people embraced the highs and lows of Plastic Free July recently - but sometimes it's impossible to avoid. Plastic is everywhere!

When you're trying to cut down on plastic, it can be frustrating when supermarkets wrap everything in it or you order something online and have no control over the packaging. You may want to reach out to the brand and tell them you'd like them to change - but what's the best way to start that conversation?

Back in April the ethical consumer community marked Fashion Revolution by challenging brands to tell them "Who made my clothes?" and communications expert Sabine Harnau wrote a really insightful article about how brands can respond in a meaningful and productive way. Read that piece here.

During a recent #EthicalHour Twitter chat we talked about how to engage brands in the war on plastic, so I was really pleased when Sabine agreed to come onto the podcast and chat all about how we can communicate effectively and fight plastic pollution together.

In today's episode Sabine shares some valuable advice on how to engage brands, show the demand for plastic free and break down communication walls to bring together a community against pointless plastic.

If you'd like to know more about Sabine and her work, visit her website.

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour community: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/

Crowdfunding is an exciting and innovative way to raise funds and bring new products to market. But with the UK success rate for crowdfunding sitting at just 20%, how can you know if it's right for you, and what's the secret to a successful campaign?

Jes Bailey is a crowdfunding consultant who has worked with organisations all over the world. She helps ethical, purpose-driven businesses and social enterprises succeed at crowdfunding and has an impressive 80% success rate.

In today's episode, Jes shares her top tips and strategies for crowdfunding success and shows us how we can tell our story, market our cause and raise investment.

To find out more and book a free 20 minute consultation with Jes, go to: https://www.crowdfund-360.com (https://www.crowdfund-360.com)

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour community: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/

Marketing: Love it or loathe it, business relies on it.

Today's guest is a fellow marketer, Ethical Hour member and close friend of mine, Lucy Dowson, AKA Lucy With A Why.

Lucy is a straight-talking, purpose driven direct marketer who isn't afraid to speak her truth to attract her tribe. She works with businesses that have a purpose stronger than just profit and helps people find their brand voice so they can communicate effectively, market what they do and stand out from the crowd!

In today's conversation we talk all about the power of owning and telling your story in your own authentic voice. We discuss how to overcome the fears of a negative backlash and share some tips for making waves on social media.

 

To join Lucy's 'Lucy With A Wine' newsletter, you can subscribe here: http://bit.ly/lucywithawine (https://bit.ly/lucywithawine)

In her own words: "It'll be straight-up, sweary in parts, but overall written with integrity from someone who's learning every single day and not shy to show her flaws. You're not going to make a million with this email, but you will learn some stuff that, if you decide to implement, could mean you buy me a drink one day to say thanks."

To find out more about Lucy, visit: http://lucywithawhy.com/ (http://lucywithawhy.com/)

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour community: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/

Today's guest is on a mission to save some of the most endangered animals on the planet one step at a time...literally.

Inspired by his time in Borneo, Dom Desmond started Critically Endangered Socks - a social enterprise that partners with animal charities to make a difference.

Dom witnessed first hand the devastation and destruction that palm oil is causing to the rainforest and the animals that live there, and this has inspired him into action.

Critically Endangered socks now help 5 different endangered animals and have just purchased their first piece of rainforest to protect it. In this inspiring interview we discuss the power of travel, sustainable palm oil and how education is key to saving these amazing animals.

 

Find out more about Critically Endangered Socks here: https://www.criticallyendangeredsocks.com/ (https://www.criticallyendangeredsocks.com/)

Follow them on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/criticallyendangeredsocks/ (https://www.instagram.com/criticallyendangeredsocks/)

 

Today's episode is brought to you by the Leesa Mattress: a better place to sleep. You can receive £80 off a Leesa mattress with the code ETHICALHOUR Go to https://www.leesa.co.uk/ (https://www.leesa.co.uk/) and enter this code to receive £80 off your purchase.

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour community: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/

Charlotte Holroyd left the corporate agency world to start an indie design agency in line with her own ethical values and inspired by the principles behind the minimalist lifestyle.

In today's episode she joins me to discuss branding, finding your values and so much more - from supporting small businesses to overcoming entrepreneurial loneliness and smashing the myths behind success. She shows us that it's possible to redefine success and start living on your own terms, and in today's episode she shares practical tips to show us how.

Find out more about Creative Wilderness here: https://www.creativewilderness.co.uk/ (https://www.creativewilderness.co.uk/)

 

Today's episode is brought to you by the Leesa Mattress: a better place to sleep. You can receive £80 off a Leesa mattress with the code ETHICALHOUR Go to https://www.leesa.co.uk/ (https://www.leesa.co.uk/) and enter this code to receive £80 off your purchase.

 

Join our free Facebook community to connect with like-minded people and learn more: www.facebook.com/groups/1807868079472084/ (https://exit.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2F1807868079472084%2F)

“Being Ethical for me, means proactively thinking about the impact my behaviour has on other people. It’s not always easy to do the ‘right’ thing but having clear values acts as my moral compass and it helps guide me towards making better decisions. “ - Roberta Lee

 

Today we talk all things ethical fashion, living your values and escaping the fast fashion trap with our guest Roberta Lee, founder of Roberta Style Lee and the Ethical Brand Directory.

In 2015 Roberta made the conscious decision to step away from full-time corporate contracting and set up her own business. Roberta Style Lee is more than just speaking, coaching and styling. It’s about inspiring true confidence and empowering you to be the best version of yourself from the inside out – and doing it in a responsible way. It’s where ethics, sustainability, conscious consumerism, confidence and personal style all come together!

Roberta has made the journey herself from fast fashion addict to sustainable living and in 2018 she organised the Going Green 2018 Online Summit to encourage people to make small swaps in their everyday lives to live greener.

She believes it is possible to live life and do business ethically and sustainably without causing harm to other people, animals or the planet and today she shares her story.

To take your Going Green in 2018 pledge and meet like-minded conscious consumers, you can join Roberta's Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConsciousConsumersClub/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConsciousConsumersClub/)

Find out more about Roberta and work with her here: https://robertastylelee.co.uk/ (https://robertastylelee.co.uk/)

You can register for tickets to the Ethical Brand Directory First Birthday Party here: http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/events/ebds-1st-birthday-party-collab-futureplanet/ (http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/events/ebds-1st-birthday-party-collab-futureplanet/)

There is also a discount for all members of the Ethical Brand Directory mailing list or facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConsciousConsumersClub/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConsciousConsumersClub/)

 

Sign up for alerts and discounts here: http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/alerts/ (http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/alerts/)

 

Today's episode is brought to you by the Leesa Mattress: a better place to sleep. You can receive £80 off a Leesa mattress with the code ETHICALHOUR Go to https://www.leesa.co.uk/ and enter this code to receive £80 off your purchase.

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour community: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/

“Being Ethical for me, means proactively thinking about the about the impact my behaviour has on other people. It’s not always easy to do thing ‘right’ but having clear values acts as my moral compass and it helps guide me towards making better decisions. “ - Roberta Lee

 

Today we talk all things ethical fashion, living your values and escaping the fast fashion trap with our guest Roberta Lee, founder of Roberta Style Lee and the Ethical Brand Directory.

In 2015 Roberta made the conscious decision to step away from full-time corporate contracting and set up her own business. Roberta Style Lee is more than just speaking, coaching and styling. It’s about inspiring true confidence and empowering you to be the best version of yourself from the inside out – and doing it in a responsible way. It’s where ethics, sustainability, conscious consumerism, confidence and personal style all come together!

Roberta has made the journey herself from fast fashion addict to sustainable living and in 2018 she organised the Going Green 2018 Online Summit to encourage people to make small swaps in their everyday lives to live greener.

She believes it is possible to live life and do business ethically and sustainably without causing harm to other people, animals or the planet and today she shares her story.

To take your Going Green in 2018 pledge and meet like-minded conscious consumers, you can join Roberta's Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConsciousConsumersClub/

Find out more about Roberta and work with her here: https://robertastylelee.co.uk/

You can register for tickets to the Ethical Brand Directory First Birthday Party here: http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/events/ebds-1st-birthday-party-collab-futureplanet/ (http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/events/ebds-1st-birthday-party-collab-futureplanet/)

There is also a discount for all members of the Ethical Brand Directory mailing list or facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConsciousConsumersClub/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConsciousConsumersClub/)

 

Sign up for alerts and discounts here: http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/alerts/ (http://ethicalbranddirectory.com/alerts/)

 

Today's episode is brought to you by the Leesa Mattress: a better place to sleep. You can receive £80 off a Leesa mattress with the code ETHICALHOUR Go to https://www.leesa.co.uk/ and enter this code to receive £80 off your purchase.

 

Join our free Facebook community to connect with like-minded people and learn more: www.facebook.com/groups/1807868079472084/ (https://exit.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2F1807868079472084%2F)

In this episode, Sian welcomes Richard Tucker to the podcast. Richard is Managing Director at Leesa, an innovative US company that is revolutionising sleep and social impact.

The Leesa Mattress is available exclusively online and is delivered to your door, compressed in a box. With a 100 night risk free trial, Leesa is designed to eliminate the awkward, time consuming bed shopping experiences.

As a company they are driven by a strong social mission to tackle homelessness. For every 10 mattresses sold 1 is donated to charity and they recently hit a major donation milestone.

Leesa are a certified BCorp organisation committed to the triple bottom line of People, Planet and Profit. Richard joins us to discuss what BCorp status means and how businesses can build impact into their DNA from the beginning, as well as the struggles involved when balancing profit and purpose.

To find out more about Leesa, visit their website. (https://www.leesa.co.uk/products/leesa-mattress/?referrer=ethicalhour&utm_source=ethicalhour&utm_medium=blog-post&utm_campaign=ethicalhour)

You can find out more about the BCorp movement here. (https://www.bcorporation.net/)

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour community: https://ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/

Welcome back to the #EthicalHour Podcast!

You might have noticed that some of our old episodes have disappeared - we've had a little break but we're back with a fresh new look. The #EthicalHour podcast will now be bringing you expert interviews, advice and support to help you live and work more ethically every day, plus exclusive minisodes full of practical tips!

In today's introduction, our Founder Sian Conway explains how she first got into ethical living and what inspired her to start the #EthicalHour network back in 2016.

If you're interested in starting or growing a business with purpose, you can access tailored training, advice and support inside the #EthicalHour (https://soundcloud.com/tags/EthicalHour) community: ethicalhour.co.uk/our-community/ (https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fethicalhour.co.uk%2Four-community%2F&token=5b5f1a-1-1566400061813)