GoodMakers

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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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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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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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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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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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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Read Miki's article on alternative funding for your startup that's not venture capital. 

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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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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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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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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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