Speaking of Impact

If you’ve ever wanted to make something in your life different, you’ve felt some resistance before.  Sometimes, that resistance comes from an outside source, and others, it comes from within.  The most effective change-makers are able to identify a source and figure out how best to address an issue.  What if the change you want to make isn’t just about you?

Ryan Lindner is a coach that feels it’s more important that his clients identify than it is for him to tell them.  In fact, it’s not even his job to know what it is.  He’s there to facilitate the right introspection process.  This episode is designed to help you get “unstuck” and move from a person with an important role to a fulfilled member of a greater cause.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/ryanlindner

We regret the past and we worry about the future.  But what about the present?  You are a high-achieving family person, and entrepreneur/executive, and you want to make the world a better place.  Achievement for the good of humanity is important to you.  Don’t sacrifice fulfillment for fear of being lazy.

Chris Yonker is the ultimate motivational partner for impactmakers.  He acknowledges the truth but doesn’t let conditions define you.  We often limit ourselves for fear of the irrational.  Everyone deserves to live a fulfilled life.  Why prevent yourself?  Chris teaches us how to live in the present and take advantage of the time we have here on Earth in this episode.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/chrisyonker

Technology has allowed more people than ever before to be entrepreneurs.  It’s an amazing time to be alive and to work.  Most people start a business because they believe they have the opportunity to do something great for themselves.

You can’t forget the opportunity to do something great for society.  We all have that as well.  And it’s never too late to consider that.  You may have started a business because of a great need in the market or encouragement from clients.  Those purposes can still be served alongside a greater one.  Non-profits and foundations serve an important purpose in our world and so can your work.  Alex Brueckmann is going to teach you how to consider the greater purpose of your work and find fulfillment in what you do. 

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/alexbrueckmann

There is good reason why young people are encouraged to try playing an instrument.  Creativity has been a recent topic in The Impactmaker Movement and music is great way to express it.  A good melody can be used for motivation, inspiration, consolation, energizing, prayer, meditation, and many other things.  Those who are able to produce beautiful songs have a key skill for humanity.  It can offer a personal touch and also bring us together in community.

Dave Combs is the composer of Rachel’s song and the author of Touched by the Music.  His journey to becoming a professional musician and author is fascinating.  He’s very humble, but has had such an impact on the world.  He lives using his talents to please others (with the encouragement of his wife).  You’ll appreciate the way he connects his gifts with the people that experience his work. 

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/davecombs

There’s a different between money and fulfillment.  And so there is a difference between wealth and riches.  The financial services industry has taken on a few different forms over the years.  Recently, there is a deeper focus on purpose.  It’s not always about the numbers.  A good money manager has to provide good returns but what does a good financial planner have to provide?

Jim Grace is the Director of Wealth Management at Silver Pine Capital.  His focus is to help people understand their “why” and how to live out their purpose with what they have.  Money is a tool that can be used wisely or not and it’s a matter of aligning it with your goals that determines your success.  You can build riches but that doesn’t mean you have wealth.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/jimgrace

Speaking of Impact is about using your gifts and skills to make the world a better place.  The world is changing and so are your gifts and skills.  Many things are digital now and that includes art and business.  It makes you think how we can use our modern resources for good.  

Tobin Jones is a economics major, turned photojournalist, tuned digital artist.  He’s also quite the modern impactmaker.  His newest project, Superhero Grannies, is a groundbreaking NFT (non-fungible token) offering that is designed to benefit a Kung Fu master clan of grandmas from a slum in Botswana.  The story is unique and Tobin’s work is admirable.  You’ll exit this episode with a better understanding of Web3, NFTs, photojournalism, and decentralized finance.  

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/tobinjones

We’ve said before that giving is contagious.  It applies to many aspects of life.  The more intentional you are about what and how you give, the more effect you will have.  It can be challenging to dedicate the time for deep thought related to the subject.  It’s much easier to stroke a check or even sign up to volunteer at a local event that is already organized.  If we all spent a little more time researching how to get involved in the things that we can be most effective, the world will be an even better place.

Research isn’t always easy but it’s necessary.  The philanthropic world has plenty of data.  We should use it to determine the best ways for us to help our fellow humans.  Sharna Goldseker and Michael Moody have each had extensive careers working with foundations, donors, and other generous people.  They each desire to make a better connection between giving people and needy causes.  Their research found some interesting things about how the current generation wants to do positive impact.  You’ll want to note their findings to help you use your gifts and skills for the most good.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/sharnagoldsekerandmichaelmmoody

Where you invest these things will say a lot about what you think is important.  Or does it?  What is the story that you would want to tell about yourself?  Many people have their investments (of either type) on auto-pilot and don’t consider what they are actually supporting.  Today’s information age makes it much easier to educate ourselves about what it is that we are investing in.  

Time is certainly a valuable resource.  In decades past, it might have been hard to research where our financial investments go.  You might have had a employer sponsored retirement plan that was invested in a default fund.  This may or may not have been a good financial investment for you, but what did it do for the world?  Dan Katz is the the Co-Founder of Amberwave Partners and investment firm that has developed a new concept to consider - JSG investing.  Listen in as Dan explains this new concept that could help you reach your impact goals.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/dankatz

We all have things that we get excited about.  Unfortunately, we don’t always seek them.  It seems obvious, but the world can often distract us from what is most meaningful.  The most you concentrate on what is, the more you’ll find yourself making a positive impact.

Bran Katanec is energy aware.  Although, he would tell you that wasn’t always the case.  He grew up in war-torn Croatia and there were times that his life was troublesome.  He credits music with saving his life and it is that outlet that allows him to find fulfillment these days.  He coaches people to help them find what brings them the most energy and use keen awareness to find it.  This episode will help you concentrate on what is most important to you.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/brankatanec

Our podcast is all about using your gifts and skills to make a positive impact in the world.  We can all do something.  But what if we all did the MOST we possibly could?  What if it was prioritized above all else?

When you operate from a mindset of abundance, it’s a lot easier to put giving first.  Everyone’s “enough” is going to look a little different but whatever it is, finding it leads to finding the most good that you can do.  Today’s episode covers today’s wealth gap (the current need for positive impact) and some steps to slim that margin (the actions we should take). Marina Feffer co-founded Generation Pledge in order to help people give as much as they possibly can (more than just money) to positive impact. 

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/marinafeffer