Passion for Impact

Mamas for Mamas. Shannon's Story.

In this episode of Passion for Impact I am chatting with Shannon Christensen--- founder and CEO of Mamas for Mamas: a specialized poverty relief agency and an all inclusive community for mothers and caregivers. Mama’s for Mama’s envisions a future where no mama or child is left behind. As a mom myself I can’t imagine the stress of needing things (basic things) for my kids and not being able to go out and get them. But this is the reality for many women and families. This organization is a powerful bridge and provider of not only goods and basics but also hope and community and connection. Shannon’s story is a powerful example of seeing a need, feeling a calling and believing in a dream. She is so raw and relevant. So many golden nuggets of real-life personal and professional inspiration! Are you ready to be empowered to engineer even more impact in your business and life? Grab your favourite beverage and let’s have a conversation...you will be happy you joined in! 

Work Life Balance Shmalance- Tips to Enjoy the Joy

In this episode of Passion for Impact it’s all me! I am going to be sharing my own story around work life balance….first of all it doesn’t exist (balance shmalance!)...as a mom of 4 and multi biz owner I have certainly struggled. So many struggles. I have also grown from these struggles and want to share my personal top tips and strategies for making life easier and more enjoyable. Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Are you Ready to release the expectations (have more fun) and make room for more creative expression and personal growth? Ready to actually, full heartedly enjoy the JOY? Listen in and soak up what fits for you!

Sales, Stories + Truths with Linda Edgecombe

In this episode of Passion for Impact I’m speaking with Linda Edgecombe an award winning Celebrity Humorist Speaker, Trainer and Consultant…and an incredibly inspiring philanthropist. We are talking SALES, STORIES + TRUTHS. How to weave impact into your business, organization and of course with your people. The Top 60 Motivational Speakers in the World list includes Linda--she is a profound impact maker! Ready to be inspired into taking action to make a difference? Ready to challenge how you live your everyday? Ready to laugh? Let’s do it.

Courage + Covid. My Story.

Welcome to a special holiday episode of Passion for Impact. 2020 certainly has been a year….but I have definitely learned some big lessons. In this episode I share my top three. Each one offers insight into how I have managed (on some days better than others) this Covid induced experience plus how you too can use courage to step forward in your own life to create more joy, fun and deep fulfillment. Read to hang out with me? I am so grateful you are here. Let’s do it.

Impact Leadership with Chris Hatch. CEO of Food Banks Canada.

In this episode of Passion for Impact I’m speaking with Chris Hatch, CEO of FOOD BANKS CANADA. You know my own Passion for Impact started back in my radio days with our frequent food drives….partnering with the local food bank to help create awareness and drive donations. Food Banks are at the centre of communities and are an example of an organization we can support through our business platforms and people resources. In this fun and super inspiring conversation Chris shares his leadership tips and best practices for leading a team of passionate and on purpose people. He also shares so much wisdom on how to lead with impact and importantly, take care of yourself at the same time. Ready to be inspired, uplifted and educated on impact leadership? Here we go!

Grind to Growth with Mike Desjardins from ViRTUS

In this episode of Passion for Impact I’m speaking with Mike Desjardins, founder of ViRTUS. We are talking about Grind to Growth and how to start, level up and manage a socially conscious business in a way that is professionally and personally fulfilling and successful—for yourself and your team. Mike candidly shares his entrepreneurial journey—including his burnout. Learn about self care tips as an impact leader and glean from Mike wisdom that will help you grow your company, empower your team AND make an impact. This episode went a bit longer than the last 12…there was so much insight being shared! Ready to be elevated in your leadership? Ready to learn how you too can move from grind to growth? Listen in!

YULU PR. Championing Social Innovation.

Meet MelissaOrozco. She is the founder and CEO of Yulu Public Relations, a social impact communications agency. She is also the founder and Executive Director of the Global Impact Relations Network – a non-profit organization aimed at educating communicators how to drive positive change through responsible, purpose-led communications strategies. Melissa has a passion for scaling impactful, authentic communications and PR practices. She is driven by the innate belief that we can build a socially responsible world, and powerful communications can help shape this future. Listen in and learn how this entrepreneur has driven forward social innovation to create impact at YULU and beyond. Such an insightful conversation!

Trellis.org. Justin's Story.

Justin Goodhew is the founder of Trellis.org (a social enterprise technology company)that powers global collective impact by supporting charitable organizations. It’s so simple its genius and a powerful example of tech for good. Justin drops so many bombs of biz wisdom and personal growth lessons! Learn strategies for starting your own impact company based on problems that need to be solved. Loved this conversation—follow Justin! He is an empowering social impact leader to watch! 
 

MisMack Cosmetics. Missy's Story.

Missy (an internationally acclaimed makeup artist/educator) is a fiery entrepreneur with a strong drive for socially conscious impact. In 2016 this woman fell head over heals in Love with Clean Beauty but noticed that some products did not hold up to her professional standards. So she took matters into her own hands and created the First Professional Performing Clean Makeup Line - MisMack Clean Cosmetics. From grass roots to fast growth Missy is showing up as a leader in the beauty industry and a champion for social change. Hear her story and her life/biz wisdom for getting started! DO YOUR DREAM!

Creating & Sharing Your Influence with Matt Stewart.

Many of you have shared with me that you want to make more impact by sharing your own story and creating a platform for training/speaking/events and other creative means. I hear you.  I am going to share some tips on how to do get out of your head and into strategic action steps to do just that…and Matt Stewart, 3 time International TedX Speaker, is going to offer his expertise and thought leadership on how to become an influential impact maker as well. We leave you with an action step to move forward with. Take on the challenge!