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In this episode, we had a captivating conversation with Stephanie Melancon, an expert in social enterprises. Stephanie highlighted the growing importance of aligning business values with social impact in response to changing consumer expectations, especially among younger generations. She shared valuable advice for small business owners looking to integrate social impact into their business model, emphasizing the significance of taking the time to envision how their business can contribute positively to society.
Key Takeaways:
How businesses can start making a difference in various ways from adopting sustainable purchasing practices to engaging in community partnerships.
Create internal alignment within your business, take time for introspection, and dream about how your business can become a vehicle for social change.
Navigating the evolving expectations of consumers who seek alignment between their values and the businesses they support.
How to overcome the challenges of maintaining work-life boundaries when running a business and the significance of self-care.
Aspiring entrepreneurs are encouraged to take action while making time for visioning and reflection in the journey
Connect with Stephanie Malon-Rufi
Stephanie Malon-Rufi, Owner of Spark Good, consults with and coaches socially-conscious entrepreneurs to distill their vision into a focused strategy and action plan, solve key challenges in the business and with mindset blocks, and have a greater positive social impact with their business. She draws upon 20+ years of experience working with social enterprises, start-ups and nonprofits and an MBA education with focus on entrepreneurship. She does this with a holistic and individualized approach that is mindful of personal priorities and making sure they are integrated into the business strategy. After all, self-care and honoring your personal needs are just as important as creating the tactics in your business.
Website: https://sparkgood.net
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SparkGoodCoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smalonrufi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smalonrufi
Spark Good Podcast Coming Soon!
Time Stamps:
[00:00:00] – Introduction
[00:04:21] – Blurring the Lines Between Business, Nonprofit, and Impact
[00:06:24] – Transitioning from Employee to Self-Boss
[00:18:11] – Boundaries as a Business Owner
[00:22:27] – Following Your Impact Vision and Executing
[00:37:56] – Get Out There - Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Links and Resources Mentioned:
Need help exploring opportunities for integrating social impact into your businesses?
Get the "Am I Using My Business as a Vehicle for Social Change?" Quiz here → https://sparkgood.net
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Our guest Kyle Sulluivan shares how he maximizes his sucess to make space for the most important things in his life. Kyle Sullivan is the visionary behind Unleash the Champ.
Kyle's journey from hardship to ministry to becoming a renowned life coach has given him unique insights into achieving personal growth. In this episode, he shares his wisdom on a subject that affects us all: setting boundaries to amplify the quality of our relationships.
Episode Highlights:
Kyle gives us a quick glimpse into his story and how he has continued to grow his business despite the many challenges.
Kyle gives you permission to be selfish for yourself in order to give back to others.
We explore practical strategies to prioritize our time effectively, allowing you to invest in our relationships without neglecting other aspects of our lives.
Kyle reveals the secret to harnessing your energy for maximum productivity.
Remember, your journey towards positive change begins with a single step. And that step starts right here, right now, on the Social Impact Level Up podcast. Let's make a difference together!
About our guest Kyle Sullivan
Kyle Sullivan is a multifaceted professional, seamlessly blending his diverse experiences as a minister turned life coach to empower individuals and teams towards personal and professional greatness. As the founder of Unleash the Champ, a transformative coaching organization, Kyle has emerged as a guiding light for those seeking to break free from limitations and achieve their utmost potential.
Through Unleash the Champ, Kyle Sullivan is dedicated to the mission of dismantling the cages of self-doubt, fear, and limited thinking. His genuine commitment to his clients' growth, paired with his charismatic presence, makes him a beacon of empowerment and a catalyst for transformation. With Kyle's guidance, you'll not only embrace your innate potential but also embark on a journey of self-discovery that leads to lasting success.
CONTACT Kyle SullivanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealUnleashTheChamp/about
Website: https://www.unleashthechamp.com/
Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/kylejohnsullivan
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kylejsullivan/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylejohnsullivan1/
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In this episode, I dive deep into the question “What exactly is sustainability?” How can businesses and nonprofits create a lasting impact by aligning purpose with an intentional sustainability strategy? I’ll share examples from past and upcoming guests who embody sustainability within their work and how your organization can start doing it too.
Check out these key takeaways from this episode and my Multi-dimensional Sustainability Framework.
Communications & Marketing for Impact: Communicate your impact to resonate with socially conscious consumers, clients, and donors, bridging the gap between business and purpose-driven strategies.
Leading with Passion: Foster purpose-driven leadership, ignite passion in your team and drive collective change.
Investment/Divestment Strategy: Make more impact by divesting from strategies that don’t work and channeling resources towards impactful initiatives.
Coordinated & Complementary Funding Streams: Diversify funding sources for long-term sustainability. Explore the complex relationship between nonprofit fund and leveraging corporate sponsorships and individual donations for impact.
Long-Term Change Strategy: Navigate sustained impact by developing comprehensive and adaptable change strategies with champions to lead them.
Partnerships & Capacity Building: Create synergy between business and public sector partners by working collaboratively towards a shared vision.
Shared Risk & Protective Factors: Build resilience in people and communities by focusing on addressing root causes of bad outcomes and enhancing factors that strengthen people and communities.
Equity: Equity is a core pillar of holistic social impact. We have the power to eradicate inequities and dismantle harmful systems through social entrepreneurship.
Wellness for Sustainability: Maintaining your well-being as you serve and create sustainable impact for you and your organization.
A few prior shows highlighted in this episode:
Adriana Dawson: Empowering Communities: Impact, Identity, and Corporate Social Responsibility https://youtu.be/3Gx90RbWqK8
Dorothy O’Dell: Stream for a Cause: Entrepreneur's Guide to Leveraging Live Streaming https://youtu.be/e5Zvqyxj6fE
Anthony Obas: Sacrificing The Normal: Entrepreneurship Life https://youtu.be/4N4oLikMwAQ
David Delisle: Teaching Kids Finance with 'The Awesome Stuff': A Guide for Parents https://youtu.be/YJR6Dqc4co4
Kerry Tottingham: Empowering Change: Transforming Organizational Culture and Promoting Equity https://youtu.be/rzmNFkODb44
Dr. Lori Marks, PhD: Connecting Generations: Lifelong Learning and Mentorship https://youtu.be/BMnuIvBBxDY
Tune in to the full episodes for insights, strategies, and inspiring stories that will help you drive change and create a lasting impact through multi-dimensional sustainability. Let's GoOOO badass change agents!
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This week we talk to Victor Morgan as he shares how the Food Coach app helps your family maintain a healthy weight by analyzing your food receipts.
Victor shares his personal journey of how financial independence gave him the runway to become an entrepreneur, and develop an app to help people achieve their health and wellness goals.
After major life changes, Victor found himself needing to getting back in shape as an adult. After frustrating experiences with other food tracking apps on the market, he decided to create one that made it easier to stick with.
Key Takeaways:
-The importance of failure in entrepreneurship and continuing to weed out the ideas that are not important to focus on the important ones.
-How Food Coach addresses the common challenges faced by individuals trying to maintain a healthy weight.
-How financial independence helps you follow your passion and make an impact.
Don't miss this informative and inspiring episode with social entrepreneur Victor Morgan, developer of the food tracking app Food Coach.
CONTACT Victor Morgan
Website: www.thefoodcoach.app
Email: [email protected]
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Breaking the student loans chains that hold black women back, Bri Franklin, joins us share her vision for Pursuing Prosp(a)rity.
In this captivating episode, we journey through Bri Franklin's inspiring story of triumph over student debt and the pursuit of financial freedom. As a Black woman entrepreneur, Bri has not only achieved financial freedom but also made it her mission to teach other black women to do the same. She runs an organization dedicated to that mission, The Prosp(a)rity Project, is a financial literacy and debt elimination program specifically designed for Black women.
Bri has encountered and overcome her fair share of money mindset challenges. She has built her organization even when her back was against the wall. Together, we unpack strategies to conquer the obstacles that will arise and foster a mindset of abundance and financial success.
Key takeaways from this episode include:
Bri shares her story and insights into accumulating student debt and breaking free from the grip student debt has over your mindset.
Embracing forgiveness, self-love, and a resilient mind frame when it comes to facing your student debt and rebuilding your finances.
We discuss the power of building networks and seeking guidance from like-minded individuals, creating a supportive environment that propels women forward in their pursuit of prosperity.
Bri generously shares practical advice to help you overcome financial hurdles and set clear financial goals.
About our guest Bri Franklin
Briana "Bri" Franklin is a businesswoman, philanthropist and student debt expert/thought leader with a passion for empowering Black girls and women.
Having taken on a financial burden of nearly $120K in student debt through her undergraduate studies, Bri developed an acute appreciation for the challenges student debt holders experience, and in recognizing the extent to which others are impacted by the $2T student debt crisis and lack of financial guidance, she formed The Prosp(a)rity Project as a solution for eradicating these systemic barriers.
Her work has been profiled and recognized by platforms such as Forbes, SXSW and Visionary Women.
CONTACT Bri FranklinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theprosparityproject
Website: https://www.theprosparityproject.org/
Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/theprosparityproject
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theprosparityproject/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-prosparity-project/
Welcome to another exciting episode! We have a very special guest, David Delisle, joining us to explore an essential topic: Teaching Kids Finance with 'The Awesome Stuff': A Guide for Parents.
In this episode, we dive into the world of financial education for children and how parents can play a vital role in shaping their understanding of money and fostering good financial habits from an early age.
David Delisle, author of 'The Awesome Stuff,' shares his unique perspective on the importance of using money for the things that truly matter, "the awesome stuff." We explore how this concept can empower children to make thoughtful decisions about spending, saving, and investing their money.
Keypoints from this episode include:
Using money for “the awesome stuff” understanding that money is not just about accumulating wealth, but also about enjoying life
How to recognize what the “awesome stuff” is in your life and your kids lives and its impact in your life
The importance of teaching money lessons to our children early on with tips and strategies to help you build their financial freedom early on
Join us as we explore the transformative potential of financial education for kids, and how parents can instill in them a lifelong understanding of money management. Whether you're a seasoned parent looking to enhance your financial teachings or a new parent eager to prepare your child for a financially secure future, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.
About our guest David Delisle
David Delisle, founder of The Awesome Stuff™, is an Amazon bestselling author, entrepreneur, real estate investor, speaker, and most importantly, dad.
David offers us a new way to think about money by noticing the weight of our words, choices, actions and the world around us. Wanting to pass on this knowledge, he wrote his first book, a graphic novel called The Golden Quest, which was published in 2022.
David teaches kids (and adults) how to live a richer life and create the freedom for what is most important to them… the Awesome Stuff™.
CONTACT David Delisle
Website: https://www.theawesomestuff.com
Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/OnlyBuyTheAwesomeStuff/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawesomestuff/
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In this episode, I chat with Money Coach Rachel Covert who worked in corporate fashion for 15 years before achieving financial independence and retiring early. Now she helps others set up automated systems to save and invest their way to financial security and early retirement.
We discuss the concept of slow FI, which is a gradual and sustainable approach to achieving financial independence. Rachel shares her experiences and tips on how to find joy along the way to (early) retirement and how to make the journey less stressful.
We also delve into the topic of partial retirement, or gradually reducing your work hours or income in order to have more time for other pursuits. Rachel gives us a peek into her experience with partial retirement and how it helped her to design her life and stay motivated.
Rachel emphasizes the importance of asking for raises and more money to achieve financial independence and early retirement. Our guest shares her tips and strategies on how to ask for what you deserve and negotiate for a higher salary.
Whether you're just starting on your journey to financial independence and early retirement or you're well on your way, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you achieve your financial goals.
Key takeaways:
-The concept of slow FI, a gradual and sustainable approach to achieving financial independence
-The importance of finding joy along the way to retirement
-The benefits of partial retirement, gradually reducing work hours or income
-Tips on how to ask for raises and more money to achieve financial independence and early retirement
-Strategies on how to design your life and stay motivated
Contact Rachel Covert
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-covert/
Instagram: @Rachel_TalksMoney
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Join me for a discussion on The Real of Real Estate Investing, Entrepreneurship, and the Digital Nomad Lifestyle with my friend Sarah Weaver. Sarah is a successful entrepreneur and real estate investor who teaches people how to invest in cash-flowing real estate. Sarah's journey to entrepreneurship began with a transition from the traditional 9-5 job to remote work, which eventually led her to become a digital nomad. Her experience as a remote worker sparked her interest in real estate investing as a way to generate passive income and gain financial freedom.
Key Points from this episode include:
Discussion on the fear of real estate investing and how important it is to face that fear for your benefit.
The importance of having strategies in place when diving into real estate investing and how real estate investing and development can be great for communities.
How real estate investing can provide stability in order to pursue passion projects and increase work-life balance.
As a successful female entrepreneur in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Sarah is passionate about entrepreneurship for women. She encourages women to take control of their financial futures through real estate investing and to embrace the freedom that comes with entrepreneurship.
In this episode, Sarah shares her insights on transitioning to entrepreneurship, building a successful remote business, real estate investing, and hosting epic travel events for investors. She also discusses the challenges she's faced as a woman in the industry and offers advice on how to overcome them. Tune in to learn more about Sarah's journey and how she's paving the way for women in real estate investing.
About our guest Sarah Weaver
Sarah Weaver is an author, speaker, coach, real estate investor, and business owner. Sarah runs three businesses that serve both real estate investors and real estate agents. She travels the country coaching real estate agents and hosting intimate retreats for investors. Talk about a dream life.
Sarah's book, which details how to use medium-term rentals to maximize cash flow, has become a go-to resource for aspiring real estate investors. Additionally, Sarah’s Company, Invested Adventure, hosts epic travel events for real estate investors, taking them to exotic locations around the world to explore potential investment opportunities and learn from each other's experiences.Sarah is taking 18 investors to hike Patagonia in 2023.
One of the unique aspects of Sarah's business is her company, Arya Design Services. Arya Design Services helps investors analyze, furnish and launch their furnished rentals nationwide. The Sarah Weaver Mentorship Program serves investors looking to grow their portfolios no matter where they live.
Sarah owns 19 units in four states. This includes nine furnished rentals—all of which she self-manages from afar. Did we mention that Sarah is always traveling? She has traveled to 44 countries on six continents and has been fully nomadic since January 2019.
CONTACT Sarah Weaver
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahdweaver/
Website: https://sarahdweaver.com
Instagram: @sarahdweaver
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/sarahdweaverpage
In this episode, we talk leadership, social impact, and giving back with Rick Ornelas, an Ultimate Success Coach™, bestselling author, and the founder of I Spark Change. Rick's journey of self-discovery and transformation has empowered him to help individuals overcome obstacles and unlock their true potential.
Key Takeaways from our conversation with Rick Ornelas:
Following Your Passion for Change: Rick shares his personal experience of embracing his passion for making a positive impact in the world.
Prioritizing Purposeful Actions: Rick emphasizes the importance of prioritizing actions that bring us closer to our purpose. By aligning our efforts with our values and long-term goals, we can make a significant impact and experience a profound sense of fulfillment.
Navigating Thinking Big and Planning Details: Rick discusses the challenge of thinking big while effectively planning and executing the necessary details within organizations. Drawing from his own experiences, he shares valuable insights on how to overcome work experiences where thinking big is not readily embraced.
Valuing the Journey: Rick reminds us of the importance of valuing our journey and learning from our experiences, both positive and negative.
Setting Boundaries for Well-being: Rick highlights the significance of setting boundaries with our time to support our overall well-being. By prioritizing self-care and creating a healthy work-life balance, we can sustain our energy and maximize our effectiveness in pursuing our goals.
Join me as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Rick Ornelas, exploring the keys to ultimate success, leading with purpose, fostering a growth mindset, and finding balance.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickornelas
Website: https://www.isparkchange.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickornelas
CONTACT Rick OrnelasPodcast: https://www.instagram.com/i_spark_change
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JOIN THE SOCIAL IMPACT LEVEL UP COLLECTIVE ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Visit the podcast website https://www.podpage.com/social-impact-level-up/ to check out all the episodes.
Subscribe to the Social Impact Level Up on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-impact-level-up/id1607172175 or Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6Twm8iYwCP2n4iiG76fs0L
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Visit this page to learn about my upcoming social impact masterclasses and events. https://wendieveloz.com/events
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Manage your email list with Flodesk https://flodesk.com/c/CS6MM0
Solopreneur and small business banking with Novo https://novo.pxf.io/6b1WOb
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Join me as I interview Kat Luckock who shares how she coaches social entrepreneurs to live in alignment with their sales methodology to attract the right clients. Kat is an expert in aligned sales strategies and a powerful impact strategist. Together, we dive into the world of aligned sales, generating income as a social entrepreneur, and the transformative role of impact strategists.
Key Takeaways:
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