Purpose & Profit Podcast

In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly Berna and Dave Raley are joined by co-founder of We and Me, Chad Littlefield, for a conversation about connection and the benefits of asking powerful questions. 

They begin by diving into what it means to create impactful conversations and the idea of “connection over content” as a means of fostering transparency and trust.

Chad laters defines the “we” method that enhances dialogue and collaboration in one’s organization, and offers strategies that for-profit and nonprofit leaders alike can employ to build a culture of openness and effective communication. 

Other Topics Include:

– How to eradicate small talk and create conversations that matter 

– How for-profits and nonprofit organizations can adapt their communication strategies to stay relevant and effective in a changing environment

– Chad’s advice to organizations on how to improve communication and garner stronger connections that build a deeper level of trust

Learn more at purposeandprofitpodcast.com.

Season Five of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at.virtuous.org/checklist. 

FAITHSEARCH PARTNERS

FaithSearch Partners is an executive search firm for faith-based organizations, dedicated to providing lasting solutions and championing faith-driven leaders. Their mission is to serve their clients and empower them with the right people at the right time to help drive their unique mission of ministry forward. Learn more about FaithSearch Partners at https://faithsearchpartners.com/.

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

In this episode of Purpose of Profit Podcast, Dave Raley and Carly Berna are joined by RKD Group’s Justin McCord for a discussion about how to create an experience that drives the value of your organization’s product or service.

Justin begins by sharing his experiences working in sports as a marketer. He explains what it’s like to compete for the entertainment dollar and how to differentiate your organization from others in the industry. 

Together with Dave and Carly, Justin dives into the practical applications of what it means to be a “winning team” and how even smaller organizations with limited budgets can adopt those “winning” principles for lasting success.

Other Topics Include:

– How to better understand your audience

– Adding amplifiers to your organization

– Advice for nonprofits 

Season Five of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at virtuous.org/checklist. 

FAITHSEARCH PARTNERS

FaithSearch Partners is an executive search firm for faith-based organizations, dedicated to providing lasting solutions and championing faith-driven leaders. Their mission is to serve their clients and empower them with the right people at the right time to help drive their unique mission of ministry forward. Learn more about FaithSearch Partners at faithsearchpartners.com/.

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at imago.consulting and subscribe at imago.consulting/wavereport.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly Berna and Dave Raley are joined by business and nonprofit leader, Jeff Henderson, for an inside look at how to grow your vision and to be ready for whatever comes next on your organizations path to success.

Jeff shares his experiences working with well-known organizations such as the Atlanta Braves, Callaway Gardens, Chick-fil-A and North Point Ministries – one of the largest churches in America – and highlights some of the challenges and successes he faced, revealing some insightful tips and strategies on how nonprofits can achieve their ultimate vision.

More Topics Include:

– What are vision carriers and vision castors

– What to do when uncertainty shows up

– How you can learn through bad experiences 

– How culture can trump strategy

– The relationship between your vision and your current resources

Named by Forbes Magazine as one of 20 speakers you shouldn’t miss, Jeff has become a trusted voice for businesses and non-profit organizations. His career experience not only inspires groups and individuals but also provides tangible strategies to help them grow. 

Jeff is also the author of the best-selling book, Know What You’re FOR, which launched a movement in non-profits around the world and has become a focal point for many businesses.

Season Five of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at www.virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at virtuous.org/crmchecklist.

FAITHSEARCH PARTNERS

FaithSearch Partners is an executive search firm for faith-based organizations, dedicated to providing lasting solutions and championing faith-driven leaders. Their mission is to serve their clients and empower them with the right people at the right time to help drive their unique mission of ministry forward. Learn more about FaithSearch Partners at https://faithsearchpartners.com/.

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly Berna and Dave Raley dive into the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Nonprofit Leaders and offer key insights for fundraisers and nonprofit leaders, emphasizing the importance of leadership, strategy, and sustainability in driving impact.

Carly and Dave start by exploring the first habit—how to move from data to strategy. They discuss how successful fundraisers gather insights, work with trusted advisors, and create actionable plans to move their organizations forward. Next, they cover why focusing on what works, rather than constantly putting out fires, is a game-changer for nonprofit growth.

Later, they dive into the importance of leveraging natural resources—understanding your organization’s unique strengths—and why balancing the present with future innovation is key to long-term success. 

Also along the way, they discuss topics such as:

Tune in to learn how these seven habits can help nonprofit leaders achieve sustainable impact and growth.

Season Five of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at www.virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at virtuous.org/crmchecklist.

FAITHSEARCH PARTNERS

FaithSearch Partners is an executive search firm for faith-based organizations, dedicated to providing lasting solutions and championing faith-driven leaders. Their mission is to serve their clients and empower them with the right people at the right time to help drive their unique mission of ministry forward. Learn more about FaithSearch Partners at https://faithsearchpartners.com/.

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Dave and Carly are joined by nonprofit expert Dana Snyder to talk about some of the lessons she learned from working on American Idol, and how those lessons can be applied to increasing your monthly donor programs as nonprofit leaders. 

Dana is the founder of Positive Equation and the host of “Missions to Movements” podcast. She is also the author of her latest book, “The Monthly Giving Mastermind - A Framework to Build, Grow & Sustain Subscriptions for Good.” 

Dana reveals some key insights from her book and offers tips on how to build your supporters into monthly donors who connect with you, your mission and your brand.

Also in this episode, Dana shares a handful of compelling stories from her time at American Idol, and compares viewers’ desire to relate to the show’s contestants with the relationship between brands and their donors. 

Other topics include: 

Learn more about Dana and her new book by visiting https://www.linkedin.com/in/danarsnyder/ or  https://positiveequation.com/book

Season Five of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at ⁠www.virtuous.org⁠ and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at ⁠virtuous.org/crmchecklist.⁠ 

FAITHSEARCH PARTNERS

FaithSearch Partners is an executive search firm for faith-based organizations, dedicated to providing lasting solutions and championing faith-driven leaders. Their mission is to serve their clients and empower them with the right people at the right time to help drive their unique mission of ministry forward. Learn more about FaithSearch Partners at https://faithsearchpartners.com/.

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at ⁠www.imago.consulting⁠ and subscribe at ⁠www.imago.consulting/wavereport⁠.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

Welcome to Season 5 of Purpose & Profit Podcast! In our first episode, we’re kicking things off with Chick-fil-A’s very own Officer VP of Innovation, David Farmer!

In this episode, David joins Carly Berna and Dave Raley to discuss how innovation and entrepreneurship collide, and how nonprofits can benefit from change while staying true to their core values and beliefs.

David begins by telling a fascinating drive-thru innovation story, and later, a different story about how prototyping can become an important step toward healthy growth in one’s organization.

Together, David, Carly and Dave identify how to stay relevant in an ever-evolving and dynamic marketplace. They talk about what it means to implement change where change is needed, while also identifying what areas should NOT be changed. 

Lastly, they offer tools and insights for nonprofits on how to look to the future with both a clear eye on the organization’s key purpose, as well as a healthy discomfort that can lead to new ideas.

Other topics include: 

Season Five of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at www.virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at virtuous.org/crmchecklist. 

FAITHSEARCH PARTNERS

FaithSearch Partners is an executive search firm for faith-based organizations, dedicated to providing lasting solutions and championing faith-driven leaders. Their mission is to serve their clients and empower them with the right people at the right time to help drive their unique mission of ministry forward. Learn more about FaithSearch Partners at https://faithsearchpartners.com/.

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

In this episode of Purpose and Profit Podcast, Carly and Dave talk about the power of nostalgia in boosting innovation in your business or non-profit. 

They begin by sharing the history of the word “nostalgia” and reveal its varying definitions over the years as our culture has evolved.

They dive into familiar topics that bring about nostalgia such as Disneyland, Super Bowl commercials, and the Barbie movie, and talk about how utilizing nostalgia can be a great way to invite your supporters to identify with your organization’s story.

Other topics include: 

Article Link: 

https://www.imago.consulting/articles/tapping-into-the-power-of-nostalgia 

Tater Tot Link:https://news.kraftheinzcompany.com/press-releases-details/2024/After-20-Years-Ore-Ida--the-Inventor-of-Tater-Tots--Comes-to-Napoleon-Dynamites-Rescue-with-First-Ever-Tater-Tot-Protecting-Pants/default.aspx 

Sign up for Weekly Insights from The Wave Report: https://www.imago.consulting/wavereport 

Season Four of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at www.virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at www.virtuous.org/checklist. 

MASTERWORKS

At Masterworks, their mission is to help you accomplish yours. They are a full-service agency for Christian organizations. Their emphasis on both mission & mastery makes us leading experts in moving hearts & minds to act. Masterworks has over 30 years of experience serving organizations through strategy, direct mail, digital, analysis, creative, & technology. Learn more about Masterworks at www.masterworks.agency.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Dave and Carly bring in Masterworks CEO Steve Woodworth to discuss the workplace culture between for-profits and non-profits, and how transitions between members of leadership can ultimately benefit or harm your organization’s strategy.

Steve talks about his new book, "Lost in Transition: Lessons from the Most Disastrous and Successful Ministry Successions” and shares some of his own stories from his 40-year career as a for-profit and non-profit leader.

Together with Carly and Dave, Steve offers insights into creating healthy cultures and give advice to business leaders about effective communication that can lead to positive workplace cultures and successful transitions within organizations.

Episode Topics:

We hope you enjoy our conversation!

Learn more about Masterworks CEO Steve Woodworth by visiting masterworks.agency.

Season Four of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

MASTERWORKS

At Masterworks, their mission is to help you accomplish yours. They are a full-service agency for Christian organizations. Their emphasis on both mission & mastery makes us leading experts in moving hearts & minds to act. Masterworks has over 30 years of experience serving organizations through strategy, direct mail, digital, analysis, creative, & technology. Learn more about Masterworks at www.masterworks.agency.

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at www.virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at www.virtuous.org/checklist. 

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

In this episode of the Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly and Dave dive into some of the potential limitations of expertise and how this can sometimes threaten to hold us back when it comes to breaking ground in new areas as a nonprofit organization or a for-profit business.

Together, they define and characterize what Dave calls an “Outside Mindset,” as well as examine the relationship between humility and curiosity in fostering innovation. They glean insight from David Epstein's book, "Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World,” as well as Liz Wiseman’s book, “Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work,” and share ways that non-profits and for-profits alike are able to grow by overcoming narrow mindsets that can come from expertise.

Episode Topics:

We hope you enjoy our conversation!

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Sign up for Weekly Insights from The Wave Report: https://www.imago.consulting/wavereport

Season Four of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at www.virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at www.virtuous.org/checklist. 

MASTERWORKS

At Masterworks, their mission is to help you accomplish yours. They are a full-service agency for Christian organizations. Their emphasis on both mission & mastery makes us leading experts in moving hearts & minds to act. Masterworks has over 30 years of experience serving organizations through strategy, direct mail, digital, analysis, creative, & technology. Learn more about Masterworks at www.masterworks.agency.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

How do you define the word “Responsive?” In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly and Dave sit down with Virtuous CEO, Gabe Cooper, to answer this question. Gabe is the author of the books Responsive Fundraising and The Responsive Nonprofit.

Gabe dives into his new book, The Responsive Nonprofit, and breaks down the strategies for being more responsive. In the book, he identifies 8 key principles for accomplishing this, including change management, revenue operations, and breaking down silos. Gabe also talks about how setting up goals that are mutually agreed upon and trusted in your organization can ultimately help you grow as a nonprofit.

Learn more about Gabe Cooper and Virtuous by visiting https://virtuous.org/, as well as Virtuous on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtuous.

Episode Topics:

Season Four of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by:

MASTERWORKS

At Masterworks, their mission is to help you accomplish yours. They are a full-service agency for Christian organizations. Their emphasis on both mission & mastery makes us leading experts in moving hearts & minds to act. Masterworks has over 30 years of experience serving organizations through strategy, direct mail, digital, analysis, creative, & technology. Learn more about Masterworks at www.masterworks.agency.

VIRTUOUS

Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it’s their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at www.virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at www.virtuous.org/checklist. 

IMAGO CONSULTING

Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport.

Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.