Speaking of Impact

It takes some effort to be effectively generous.  You have to identify causes that are important to you, develop a relationship, support them monetarily and physically, and measure progress.  Communication is important just like many areas of life.  Unfortunately, it’s not always prioritized in the impact space.

All stakeholders in a generous contingent should be heard whether it’s one person or a huge family.  Sybil Ackerman-Munson has extensive experience in the non-profit industry and the world of generosity.  She has worked with many families and organizations to facilitate plan and gifts to make the world a better place.  She has dedicated much of her time to educating generous people about how to give their best.  You’ll want to note her tips on how to be the best donor you can be.

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

Success comes in many forms.  But, there’s only one way to get there.  You have to believe that you can do something great before you can do it.  You also have to persevere.  There will be times where you’re greatest will be threatened.  That’s okay.  In fact, it’s how you grow and develop essential skills.

Some of the people we’ve heard from on the show were very confident, some were more humble.  There have been people from numerous industries and places around the globe.  We’ve talked to CEOs, Executive Directors, authors, and entrepreneurs.  This time, we have a jeweler.  Victoria Wieck is just about all of those things and and serious impactmaker.  Get ready to learn how to believe in the skills you have, build a successful company, and make the world a better place. 

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

We all have a different mix of creativity.  Some are visual, some are audible, and still others take on another form.  There is no right or wrong way to do it.  Authors certainly have a way with words but they also have a special storytelling gift.  We all appreciate a good story and there’s something about true stories that really hit home.

Sarah Schott is the author of Saving Society with God, Nature, & Music.  This is a pretty bold statement.  Sarah is able to combine her life experiences in a story format that is incredibly educational and entertaining.  She has a perspective on life and hope that we can all hope to experience.  You’ll feel inspired by her ability to make the most of what she has to make the world a better place. 

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

It can be easy to be hard oneself and listen the messages that tell us we are not enough.  In this scenario, we are less likely to help each other and more likely to be miss the meaningful things in life.  Instead, we should work to be aware of the things that are joyful.  

A more aware life is a more connected life and connection is meaningful for our fulfillment.  Phillip Mountrose is a the Co-Director of the Awakenings Institute with his wife, Jane.  Together, they have been helping people heal spiritually and holistically.  Their goal is to create a more loving world.  This episode will help you think more freely and feel a stronger sense of purpose and direction.

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

What if you could live out your child hood dream and make a positive impact in the world at the same time?  You can!  And your type of abilities don’t matter.  There is a place for everyone to do something great.  As long as you follow your heart, follow your dream, work hard, and show you can do.

Those are the words of one of our guests this week.  John Cronin is an entrepreneur at heart.  When he had graduated school and was looking for something to do in life he couldn’t find anything that fit his skillset - so he made something.  He asked his dad, Mark, if they could start a sock business together (it was actually a food truck first).  Mark was honored that his son made the request and thus, John’s Crazy Socks was born.  Listen in as we John and Mark show us how business can and SHOULD be a social enterprise.

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

Isn’t artificial intelligence fascinating?  There are so many powerful tech platforms out there that it’s hard to keep up.  That’s no excuse though.  If you want to win in business or in the impact space, you must be on the cutting edge of technology.  You and everyone on your team can’t learn every process but they can’t complete them efficiently and effectively.  That’s where the best technology comes in.

Raj Sundarason is the DAP Strategist.  He helps organizations make digital transformations.  It’s not just digitization.  It’s completely changing the way you think about the processes that you may have been executing for years.  That may seem like intimidating, bad news.  Yet, it’s really good news because technology will allow people to do things with out having prior knowledge.  Raj will teach you how to advance positive impact in the digital world.

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

Generosity has been a part of human life since the beginning of time.  We have an inherent desire to support those in need.  This hasn’t changed but what has is technology.  It’s advancing at a rapid rate.  The good news is that philanthropy is keeping up.  You can give your cryptocurrency for positive impact!

Alex Wilson is the co-Founder of The Giving Block.  This organization makes Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency fundraising easy for nonprofits - empowering mission-driven organizations, charities, universities, and faith-based organizations of all sizes to leverage crypto technology to achieve their mission.  In this episode, Alex will teach you “how” they do it and more importantly, “why" they do it.

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

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Success is something that everyone wants - but do they seek it?  You can’t overestimate effort and as impactmakers we can never forget that.  We spend a lot of time visioning and dreaming of the positive impact that we can make in the world.  We see people in need and dream of helping.  This is noble, even necessary.  However, what good are the dream if we don’t put the work in to achieve them?

You should never limit our ability to achieve.  You should also maximize all of your opportunities.  Know that not everyone will play out as you desire, but they all are valuable whether as you expect, a learning experience, or a chance to find another opportunity.  Today’s guest is DC Glenn, The Brain Supreme, from Tag Team.  Yes, he’s a DJ and rapper, but he’s an inspiring business person and lifelong learner.  He’s going to teach you why it’s important to work hard and learn “how to learn.”

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/99

Studies show that children can have foundational money experiences as early as age five.  These lessons can last a lifetime and it’s important to make sure that young people have a health relationship with their possessions.  Technology often gets a bad review when it attracts the attention of young people.  But, what if we could use it as a positive force for education and assistance?

Mac Gardner has about two decades of experience working in the financial and technology space.  He’s written multiple books and his most recent project is dedicated to teaching children the importance of understanding how money works.  He also founded a technology firm dedicated to financial education for all.  If you combine financial literacy and technology, you have a modern way of bringing the world together and offering vitally important information for all.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/98