speakingofimpact

Leaders are measured by their connections and not their title. 

The best organizations are lead by people who take ownership of more than their own performance.  They are inspired to help others be successful knowing that if they are, they will find their own success.

Shana Francesca had an extremely challenging upbringing (in an evangelical cult) that taught her about the pitfalls of poor leadership at a very young age.  Most would agree that children should not have to experience abusive leadership but Shana has turned those experiences into a career helping people and organizations build and lead diverse teams.  She believes that diversity is paramount for success and profitability in business.

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

And so ends another year of impactmaking and generosity.  Thanks for coming along for the ride.  This episode is made up of highlights from the last 51 episodes and as always, an interview with our special guest and impactmaker of the year.  

Happy Holidays.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/2023highlights

Others think it's a requirement for everyone.  Today’s guest believes those things but also believe that charity champions business people and the key change-makers of the world.  That makes him an impactmaker himself.

Brandon Barnum is a renowned businessman, referral expert, and the CEO of HOA.com.  He’s spent much of his business life supporting other causes and has found that to be the best way to build a meaningful brand.  A generous organization benefits from its charitable endeavors.  There is nothing wrong with that.  In fact, Brandon would say that it’s vital to a better world.

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

A home costs money and everyone deserves one.  There should be affordable housing for all.  Sadly, this isn’t the case in certain places.  It’s not an issue that will be solved in short order but there are ways to make an immediate impact.

Mike Kaeding eventually took over the family business but it took some convincing.  He always wanted to use what he had to make an impact in the world but wasn’t sure how to do it.  It turns out that the construction industry was a great place to do it.  Mike is the leader of Norhart a builder that is determined to drive down the costs of construction and offer more affordable housing solutions.  Mike talks about how they plan on doing that and what critical events in his life led to his current position.

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

Web3 is here.  Every generation has its special advancements but these seem extra innovative.  The way we can communicate with each other so openly or be so connected yet so private is amazing.

Today’s guest is all about decentralized money, security, privacy, and diversity.  Things are moving fast but not too fast for Olayinka Odeniran.  She has a background in cyber security and while she still works in that space, she’s also making an impact in blockchain and Web3.  Get ready for a high-speed trip into cyberspace.

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

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 proper intention, you can find your way.

Today’s guest has an amazing story of struggle, immigration, conflict, and trust in what is good.  Ana Megrelishvili was born in Georgia (the country) but had a dream of finding freedom (in many ways).  She found success by most standards but realized there was something missing.  

She’ll explain how she broke down her whole life to build up significance.

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

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 financial advisor with a family business and a drive to be ultra-successful.  Years of business led her to burnout, marriage troubles, and a longing for the fulfillment she thought she should already have.

Amanda shares some amazing stories that illustrate why and how you should figure out what is most meaningful to you in life.  Note that what is significant for you often involves what is critical for others.

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

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 their head”.  Massimo has dealt with addiction, bipolar disorder, and a near-death experience.  It’s safe to say he’s been through a lot.

The conversation in this episode gets deep into the experience of an addict and how Massimo believes they can use their natural gifts and skills to overcome their struggles.

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

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 matter if you are running a for-profit or non-profit organization.  You must clearly display what you believe in and how you go about addressing your industry and work.

Today’s guest is one of the most knowledgeable and driven people in the world of impact.  She has experience in various volunteer and professional roles.  She’s a master marketer, prolific professor, pleasant parent, incredible impactmaker, and one heckuva podcast host.  Here’s Anika Jackson.

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

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 to learn about the significance of the number 7 in Jenn’s pursuits.  You’ll also learn about significance in general and why it’s so important to find it in your life.

Jenn was incredibly candid about her life experiences and mountaineering in our conversation.  This episode is full of triumph, tragedy, and plenty of inspiration.

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

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

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 how meaningful they can be in our relationships.  Yet, he felt something was missing - the action.  He needed something to help him use the languages as a meaningful force in his life.  

Paul is very open about his childhood experiences with abuse and love (or lack thereof) in our conversation.  He created the Role of Love to help reverse some of the habits and beliefs he had formed over the majority of his life.  

Get ready to put love into action. 

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

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 find out in this episode that crypto donors typically give more than cash donors.  So, there must be a way!  There sure is and it’s simpler than you might think to transfer value in from donor to non-profit.  Fear not, Givepact is here to make it easy whether you are a philanthropist or a non-profit leader.

There is a lot of Web3 business talk out there and today’s episode will add to it but in an impactful way.  Alicia Maule and Steven Aguiar are two highly motivated Web3 and philanthropy enthusiasts with a company that seeks to bring the to worlds together.  Get ready to learn how to make a positive impact with your digital money.

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

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 in today’s world.  

Today’s guest will challenge you to think more about how you manage your resources.  Chad Hufford has a unique perspective on life.  It’s precious on its own.  He nearly lost his due to carbon monoxide poisoning and his view of the world has never been the same. 

Chad is a wealth manager by title but his work includes so much more.  You’ll want to focus on the lessons about meaningful pursuit and intentionality in life and how they can lead to an incredible impact on yourself and the world. 

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

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.  

Constantin Morun is a Romanian immigrant to Canada.  He has some amazing life experiences that have built a resilient and growth-focused mindset.  Some people have a natural way of expressing their confidence.  Constantin is able to do this while also sharing his vulnerabilities - particularly those he has overcome.  Get ready to be inspired to share your potential with the world.

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

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 habit loop.

Derick Johnson had what most would call a challenging upbringing.  He doesn’t see that way.  An environment is something that can be morphed into what you need to have the life you desire.  Productivity, success, and fulfillment are all different things but can be made to work together.  Don’t let either of them slip through the cracks.  This episode is full of tools to use to make it happen. 

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

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 instantly understand part of them.  Stories can be told verbally, visually, or in written form.

Today’s episode is about the story of Jenna Lynch herself but more importantly, it’s about the stories that her business, Link Before You Stink has uncovered.  She came up with the idea for her jewelry company in an unexpected way.  You’ll hear that story and more in this episode. 

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

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, and inflation continue to get more complicated.  

Today’s guest believes that our current banking system is unlawful.  It’s a powerful stance on how things work and his solution might even be more controversial.  

Joe Myers is a businessman, author, and monetary system critic who has a strong conviction for letting the free market lead.  The conversation in this episode is insightful as to how the Federal Reserve affects the world’s money system and the people who use it.

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

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 fulfilled, accomplished, able, and generous.

It’s important to feel the above things so that you can believe in your ability to have a positive impact on the world.  Today’s guest believes that everyone can believe this regardless of their situation in life.

Max Becker-Pos is a financial planner with a strong belief in abundance.   He helps people make money decisions but more importantly, he helps them experience abundance. 

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

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 fulfilled, accomplished, able, and generous.

It’s important to feel the above things so that you can believe in your ability to have a positive impact on the world.  Today’s guest believes that everyone can believe this regardless of their situation in life.

Max Becker-Pos is a financial planner with a strong belief in abundance.   He helps people make money decisions but more importantly, he helps them experience abundance. 

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