Speaking of Impact

There is something to be said for chasing after what you believe is critical to your existence.   Unfortunately, today’s world can be very distracting and you may never be on track.  But don’t be discouraged, with the …

What lights your fire?  This is the question of the day.  It can be tough to answer the question in such a busy society.  

Many of us lead very busy lives - too busy.  Amanda Cassar fell into that trap.  She’s a …

Today, we’ll be talking about a new way to get sober.  Massimo Rigotti’s S.O.B.E.R. method takes some of the existing systems and “flips them on …

Your brand is critical to your message.  People must understand what you’re all about.  It seems cliché but there are too many profiles on and off the Internet these days.

The impact space is no different.  It doesn’t …

Today’s guest decided to tackle all of the world’s 7 second summits.  In other words, she climbed the second highest point on every continent.  Jenn Drummond was the first female to accomplish this feat.

You’re going …

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Paul Zolman created a game (and wrote a book) all about putting love into practice.  You may have heard of The 5 Love Languages.  Paul appreciated …

Giving financially is a great way to get involved in a cause.  But what if your financial wealth is in non-traditional assets…like crypto?

You’ll …

Living a life of abundance is not about having more stuff.  In fact, it’s often about doing more with less.  Opportunities to accumulate are abundant …

Today’s guest believes that many cultures lack a growth mindset.  People are in fear of failure and don’t see the opportunities in life to learn.  

There are endless amounts of distractions in the world these days.  Sadly, we’ve conditioned ourselves to seek them out.  It feels good to find one when we you have even the slightest amount of stress.  It’s a terrible …

The power of storytelling is unmatched.  It connects people across the globe.  You may not know someone personally but when you hear their story, you …

Money is just a tool but a powerful one.  The average person knows what it is but may not know how the monetary system works.  Debt, interest rates, …

You have plenty of things and opportunities.  It’s a special mindset to be in when you experience abundance.  It’s a feeling like no other.  You feel …

There is something to be said for a positive attitude.  A genuine one doesn’t ignore the negatives but gives more emphasis to the good things in life …

The best organizations have the most committed people involved.  It doesn’t matter if it’s a non-profit group or a money-printing corporation.  

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Music can be a lot of things.  This episode is all about how it’s a great teacher.

Dan Roeder is the Chief Academic Officer at David Z Foundation.  He is trained in the music arts and has a heart for helping young …

Addiction is terrible.  It’s hard to recognize at first.  It’s threatening.  It’s taboo.  It’s confusing.  

Today’s guest is an addict - a recovering addict with a heart for helping others do the same as he.  Adam …

The financial industry is ever changing.  It doesn’t always seem be on the cutting edge like others, but it sure can get complicated.  

Joe Curry …

You were made for something great.  But, you also have to make that something great.  

Today’s guest will tell you that a great life doesn’t come to you and that you have to build it.  It’s not easy but it’s very …

We all have websites and social media profiles and if your business or non-profit doesn’t have one, you’re in trouble.  

Your digital real estate is your “elevator pitch”.  You have to be able to tell people your …

Human trafficking has many forms.  All of which are disgusting.  Sadly, there is a related industry.  On a positive note, there are forces combatting this horrible concept.  Lantern Rescue is one of those great …

It can be confusing, hard to handle, and there will be times when you get off track.  Some people will encourage you and others will discourage you.  It’s most important that you focus on what you know is good.  Use …

The gaming industry has approached $250 billion in value.  That’s a huge number that indicates there is a huge opportunity to reach people.  There are leaders in our world now that grew up playing video games.  They get …

Everyone organization, for-profit or non-profit, needs a plan.  The most driven people as great at selling their product or service but they aren’t always efficient at sharing the message to the masses.

Tyler Horsley …

Some people have a special gift.  They not only want to give but they want to be around it all the time.  They want to help others do it and they want to be a part of the process consistently.  It’s more important than …

Most people in today’s world live in a safe environment.  We owe a lot to the law enforcement professionals that ensure it and it’s interesting to understand what that type of career entails. 

Many of the guests we …

We all have to work for something in life.  Have you ever asked yourself what that is? 

It can be easy to work for years, even decades, without considering why outside of money.  There are times in life when we are …

 We are all fighting for attention in some way.  The Impactmaker Movement is fighting for good reason.  Systems are the same regardless if you’re working for a for-profit, non-profit, or just building a community impact …

It seems unfair that people without a place to live can be so close to others with building they can call home.   

Sandy Jarvis has spent 40 years working with the homeless and people who want to help them.  She …

This is not a question we hear often but it’s becoming more popular.  This episode includes some alarming stats about the existing systems and how …

Unfortunately, we also have some challenges that we’ll need to address, consistently.  The more we collaborate and encourage each other, the more …

They say cancer affects someone in everyone’s network.  There are more than 100 types and each has its own unique way of affecting the body.  

Cancer patients have to deal with illness and treatments and are best …

Challenges will come in life.  You can’t avoid all of them and in many cases, it makes sense to lean into them.  Resilience is built and not granted.  The greatest leaders are able to overcome and teach others to do the …

75% of people say they are scared of public speaking.  That’s more than death.  You must be able to communicate as an impactmaker and it takes practice.

Liam Sandford is a great friend of mine and public speaking …

Compassion is primal.  You can’t get away from it, whether you find it in your family, community, or on the other side of the world.  Human beings are designed to care for other human beings.

Today’s guest believes …

Take care of yourself.  This seems like obvious advice but most people don’t subscribe to it all the time.  Especially, when they feel healthy.  …

This is why The Impactmaker Movement lives.  We want to make powerful lasting changes in the world for people in need.  Sadly, we can sometimes …

Different seasons of life have different callings.  You’ll find success in many areas and some of it will come when you least expect it.

Pat Schoeler had a long corporate career in the communications industry.  She …

The Impactmaker Movement has to do a better job of selling itself.  You have a tremendous desire to make the world a better place.  Why not tell more people?  

Shout it from the mountaintops!

Today’s guest will ignite …

They say reading is fundamental.  That means writing is foundational.  We all take in quite a bit of audio and video content these days but the …

Everyone can be a philanthropist.  There is no minimum net worth required.  You just have to have the right mindset - a desire to use your gifts and skills to make the world a better place.

Our guest on this episode …

Teachers are underappreciated.  But we spend billions of dollars on recruiting them!?  There is quite a demand in the education space right now few …

Some, have a special calling to bring their professional leadership skills. Working in that space can tiring but extremely fulfilling work.  If …

You don’t have to sacrifice everything to be generous.  In fact, you shouldn’t.  Conscious capitalism is a powerful force and the B-Corp …

There are many resources out there but you’re not going to be sold.  You MUST desire to heal.  

Mental health doesn’t come easy these days but it …

The best way to build camaraderie is to do hard stuff with other people for other people.  Many companies spend large amounts of time and money to bring their teams together.  It’s not that complicated.

Today’s guest …

Your values say a lot about how you allocate it.  You must take the time to define them in order to make your money accomplish what is meaningful to …

The Impactmaker Movement is growing and generosity is winning.

This episode is a curated list of the highlights from the last 51 episodes plus an interview with this 2022’s Impactmaker of the Year.

There is so much …

Giving can be hard.  Knowing where to give can be even harder.  The good news is that there are more resources than ever before to help you live out your generosity.  There are even entire organizations that research …

You have the gifts and skills to make the world around you better.  Extraordinary curiosity can make even the most ordinary life extremely impactful.

Fundraising isn’t all about the money.  It’s about relationships.  You can’t underestimate the power of working with and for other people.  It’s a special way of supporting them that goes beyond the actual work or items …

You can make a profit and make a difference.  Each person and each company has their own special skill set that can be used for individual gain and also for the greater good.  The most productive of any group has the …

Every person in the world has the ability to contribute to society and make a positive impact in the world.  It doesn’t matter their abilities, …

Your debt’s been paid!  That’s a great feeling if you ever hear those words.  Forbes reported that the United States federal student loan portfolio …

The great thing about today’s world is that just about anyone can share a message.  You might say that’s not a good thing.  But what if we encouraged …

There are a lot of forces that will crush your dreams these days.  Overstimulation can lead to mental stress.  So, why bring on more of your own?  In …

Sometimes, the most basic things needed are reevaluated.  We have this tendency as human beings to get into routines.  They’re normally very helpful …

We learned about how small the world can be last week.  This week, we are reminded of that and inspired to take action on the things that mean the most.  You’re an impactmaker because you want to make a positive impact …

The world seems to be smaller than ever.  It’s easy to communicate across continents and digital technology has accelerated most things in life.  …

This is not a new concept.   We know that giving and the resulting good feelings can spread rather quickly.  What you may not know is that just being …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

There’s a different between money and fulfillment.  And so there is a difference between wealth and riches.  The financial services industry has …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.  …

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 …

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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 …

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 …

Philanthropy doesn’t have to be complicated.  There are many ways that you can be generous.  Unfortunately, the charitable sector has many rules and …

Potential is something to be experienced, not reached.  You can’t force lessons and you can’t skip formative experiences.  There’s also no end to the opportunity to learn.  Stories are a great form of communication …

It’s not always easy to serve others but it’s essential to thrive.  Humans were made to be in community with one another.  Unfortunately, communities aren’t always thriving.  There are times when needs arise and …

We are all leaders in our lives whether it is by title or by default.  Some of the most recognized leaders didn’t set out to have that role.  They …

Taking care of yourself is among the most important things in life but it isn’t always that easy to do.  High achievers tend to work hard at making something great or taking care of others and fail to consider their own …

Physical and mental health work together.  The healthiest people understand this and apply consistency to things that support the mind and body.  There are lots of diets and plenty of meditation techniques.  But, what …

Entrepreneurism is the most rewarding thing.  It’s also extremely hard and that is part of the reason why it feels great to build a successful …

Current geopolitical conflict and war is filling our news feeds today.  World War II ended over 75 years ago but there are memories that will never …

We all have times in life where it’s hard to push on.  We feel helpless.  We lose motivation.  But, it is those times that we build strength.  It’s amazing how desperation can power us through.  Ironically, it is …

Impactmakers are relentless in their pursuit of positive change.  You have a desire to make the world a better place.  You acknowledge shortcomings (even your own) but you learn from them.  Then, you make a difference.  …

We all have adversity in life.  Unfortunately, some people’s tragedy garners headlines. Hate crimes serve no place in society but we can’t expect to end them if we don’t know they happen.  It’s news we need to share.

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Leading by example is not a cliché.  What is misunderstood is that it starts within.  We actually fear ourselves because we are accustomed to being distracted.  The world is filled with messages that tell us that we are …

The most motivating people are those that acknowledge their shortcomings.  We have all been given special gifts and talents but what good are they if we don’t use them for others?  And what good are others’ talents if …

Most podcasts are a great opportunity to learn from an expert guest.  This one is different.  The world is full of messed-up people.  That’s everyone …

I studied broadcasting because I wanted to be a media personality.  Many people in my life have called me “personality” but not the type I thought I’d be.  Impactmaking isn’t about what you are known for or who knows of …

We all live our lives in public these days.  The Internet and mobile applications have allowed us to share anything we want at any time.  This is a …

We live in a society that gives plenty of chances for people to do great things. Unfortunately, they are not evenly distributed. Some people have to overcome amazing troubles to find their success. It’s important that …

Everyone has to make a living.  But, are you actually living?  We all have a great blessings in our lives that can and should be shared.  It’s …