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Shawn Stewart is the founder of People First Financial SolutionsA Nonprofit Organization helping low-income Individuals and families, Free themselves of Financial Bondage, Develop Financial Skills that will get People out of Poverty, and build a bright Financial Future. He has 25 Years of Experience in Credit Personal Finance 15 Years as a Mortgage and Real Estate Coach 5 Years as Insurance Agent. www.people1financial.org Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist ⁠www.clarkandclark.org⁠

Anthony A. Dicks, Jr. is a leader's leader! His passion for leadership development is seen through his work with emerging leaders across a multitude of industries. He has spent over two decades preparing people with diverse responsibilities to reach their optimal leadership potential. He firmly believes that leaders are not developed by accident, they must be engineered. ⁠http://www.180managementgroup.com/⁠ ‌ Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist ⁠www.clarkandclark.org⁠

In 2017, Vichi co-founded Rural Opportunity Institute (ROI). ROI builds the capacity of rural communities to support people's healing from generational trauma to achieve health, safety, connection, and self-determination. Based in rural Eastern North Carolina, ROI has grown from a small, grassroots effort to an influential organization that impacts more than 20,000 people in 15 states. ROI's innovative approach has captured the interest of national state funders including New Profit and the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust. Trauma & Resilience 101 - Rural Opportunity Institute http://ruralopportunity.org/ Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Creating a powerful and active nonprofit board is the foundation for success. Miriam shares tips on how to do just that! Miriam Dicks is an operations leader with proven experience in transforming organizations to achieve optimal operational performance. Over the past 20+ years, she has held several positions in operations management and operations consulting as well as serving as adjunct faculty teaching operations courses on both the graduate and undergraduate level. Miriam's passion for operations is fueled by her belief that any organization can operate in excellence with the right tools for change. http://www.180managementgroup.com/ Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Is your organization lacking vision and clarity? Today I speak with Nadine Dyer founder of Purposeful Living. Purposeful Living is an organization whose goal is to invite women out of isolation and into community. Purposeful Living just hosted its 7th annual “Breakfast with a Purpose” and surpassed its fundraising goal of 50k this week. Here's a little more about this impactful group of women and their website link. Purposeful Living INC exists to inspire and transform the modern woman: the woman who feels pressure to have it all together, but behind closed doors she's hurting, searching, or lonely. We are here to love, to walk alongside, and to encourage women to be all God created us to be: peaceful, joyful, and authentic. Using inspiring events, empowerment coaching, growth groups, and community support, Purposeful Living is transforming women, marriages, and families. Through the love of Christ in a safe community, women are finding and living out their purpose thus creating a ripple effect in our world. Purposeful Living (purposefullivinginc.org) Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Join Fiverr and a cohort of outstanding female entrepreneurs for a discussion in honor of “Bridge the Gap,” a Women's History Month celebration with an emphasis on financial equity! We'll take a look at how many women today are increasing their earning potential, finding flexibility, and achieving financial stability after leaving their 9-5 jobs and freelancing full time. Thank you for helping us “Bridge the Gap” between how far women have come in the workplace and where they deserve to be! -- The intersection of you, and getting it done. Instantly connect with thousands of freelancers at fiverr.com. Hosted by Liz Desio-Frick Guest Scarlett Rocourt Nicole Carino Lara Cantos Tracy Clark Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Mentorship is an essential ingredient for success in the business world. An experienced mentor can provide guidance, support, and valuable insights that can help a mentee navigate difficult challenges in their career. A mentor is someone who has already walked the path and knows the mistakes to avoid and the best practices to follow. Mentors bring objectivity and an outside perspective to business decisions and can offer constructive criticism when necessary. Mentorship is a highly effective way to accelerate professional development, and it is crucial for any business seeking to cultivate a thriving workplace culture. Mona is the founder and CEO of Beaming Brite Mentoring. There mission is to Enrich, Enhance and Expand the thinking of youth and young adults through activities that promote self love, self acceptance and education. https://www.beamingbrite.org/about-us Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

This nonprofit raises 375k per quarter in a very unique way. Nonprofits strive to make a meaningful impact in their community, but funding can be a significant obstacle to achieving their goals. One way to combat this challenge is by diversifying their revenue streams. By exploring multiple streams of income, nonprofits can increase their financial stability and expand their reach. While many organizations rely heavily on donations and grants, other strategies like merchandise sales, event sponsorships, and fee-based services provide additional opportunities to generate revenue. With thoughtful planning and execution, nonprofits can strategically build a portfolio of income sources that support their mission and drive impact in their community. https://b-l-f-development.com/ Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Understanding Media connections and how to be featured is a game changer for any nonprofit organization! How will people give, volunteer, and connect if they don't know who you are and what you are doing for the community? Meet Kim from Coburn Place. Coburn Place has been featured in countless news stories and articles and has mastered understanding media relations. You may not have the capacity for a full-time Media Communications Director However, there are several tips that Kim shares on how to get started in building your Media portfolio! Check out the Coburn mission statement and get connected below! We offer compassionate support and safe housing choices for survivors of domestic violence and their children. We specialize in fresh starts – letting survivors lead the way in creating their own paths forward. We serve everyone – cisgender, transgender and nonbinary survivors. We have transitional housing at our historic building in Midtown Indianapolis, as well as in our community-based housing program. Breaking the cycle of abuse creates stronger people, stronger families and – ultimately – stronger communities. https://coburnplace.org/ Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Relationship-building forms the backbone of any nonprofit organization. Why? Because the work we do is fueled by the goodwill of others - donors, volunteers, partners, and the communities we serve. These relationships are the beating heart of our mission, and we must nurture them with care and intention. The hustle of building relationships can be challenging, but it is also deeply rewarding. When we connect with others on a human level, we build trust, loyalty, and a sense of common purpose. It is in these moments that we discover the true power of our work: not just to make a difference, but to bring people together in service of something greater than ourselves. So let us step forward with courage and conviction, with open hearts and open minds, and embrace the thrilling work of building relationships that will change our world for the better. Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

If you missed the Purposeful Living Event here is the recording of my live speech on the shedding method. This is a Method that God gave me when I was suffering from my highest level of overwhelm and anxiety! It focuses on removing things from your life to create room for your purpose! This is a million-dollar formula! We have created over a million dollars in business revenue and 11 million dollars in funding using this formula! Don't sleep on it. Purposeful Living https://purposefullivinginc.org/ Purposeful Living INC is here to serve the modern woman: the woman who feels pressure to have it all together, but behind closed doors, she's hurting, searching, or lonely. We are here to love, to walk alongside, and to encourage women to be all God created us to be: peaceful, joyful, and authentic. Using inspiring events, empowerment coaching, growth groups, and community support, Purposeful Living is transforming women, marriages, and families. Through the love of Christ in a safe community, women are finding and living out their purpose thus creating a ripple effect in our world. Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

There are givers and there are takers. How do you want to be remembered? In today's podcast, we interview Barbara Leveton who obtained her 501c3 last year and has already received 2 grants! Posetude's Mission At this incredible organization, we strive for more than just motivational speaking; we strive for true motivational doing. We have dedicated our time and resources to providing those in need with essential items such as food and clothing, showing that we genuinely care about their wellbeing. Furthermore, we financially support daycares in underprivileged areas with the knowledge that you can't fund an enriching future for these kids if we ignore their immediate past. By striving for action rather than words we are going above and beyond to make sure all members of our community have a chance to succeed in life! https://www.posetude.com/ Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

In today's podcast, we learn how to stop carrying all that useless luggage, gain clarity, and be Empowered to Grow and Change. If you caught last week's episode "Thriving Big", you don't want to miss this one. Monica is Elijah's (our last guest) mom, and you will soon see that the fruit doesn't fall too far from the tree! Dr. Mo is an Author, Trauma Counselor, Educator, and a Self Edit Expert. She is the founder of The Self Edit Agency and designed Self Edit Experience to teach women how to heal themselves so they can heal their tribe and put an end to transgenerational trauma from mother to child. She began writing as a child, she found it to be her voice. Today, as a therapeutic practice and exploration towards healing and mindfulness she teaches the importance of journaling. Her primary intention is empowering communities through literature, language, and effective growth habits that will sustain their ability to thrive. https://selfedit.org Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

This week I had the honor of speaking at a Purposeful Living Momentum event! Purposeful Living INC is here to serve the modern woman: the woman who feels pressure to have it all together, but behind closed doors, she's hurting, searching, or lonely. In-person events are always scary for me, but they are worth it in the end. There is nothing that can compare to connecting and encouraging women face-to-face. Get to know more about this organization below. https://purposefullivinginc.org/ Speaking of "living on purpose", today's podcast is about a young man who is doing just that. He "Thrives Big" and just released his own book to encourage youth to do the same. You'll be blown away by what he has already done at such a young age, and it will absolutely encourage you to "be the change you want to see!" Grab his book below. https://www.amazon.com/Thrive-BIG-Elijah-Adams/dp/B0BPGQ4MSY https://instagram.com/thrivebig?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE= Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

We are elated to announce our first service plus cash grant recipient! This generous financial support is a testament to our commitment and dedication to improving the lives of those in need. We are so proud of our newest grant recipient, who will be afforded a year of service and a cash donation as a result of receiving this special funding. The ability to help people through mentorship, educational programs, and access to beneficial resources is an invaluable gift. With this grant, we can continue to develop new initiatives that will bring hope and a brighter future for everyone involved. Here's a little about Julene's mission and her website. Founded on the love of God, our nonprofit organization is devoted to helping people in need around the world. We seek to alleviate suffering from life-threatening conditions and tragic experiences in Africa, as well as many other countries. By providing basic necessities and resources, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, women, men and families who are struggling every day. We believe that love conquers all and that by working together we can truly touch the lives of those whom we seek to aid. Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to helping people who desperately need our support. http://thearkofjehovahgod.org Apply for a Scholarship below... https://www.clarkandclark.org/apply-for-a-scholarship Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Are you wondering what positions are required to make your nonprofit Successful? A nonprofit development director is an individual with strong interpersonal and organizational skills who is mainly responsible for raising funds for a nonprofit institution. The duties include supervising the fundraising process, communicating with donors, and establishing strong relationships with them. On today's podcast, I interview Julie Henson the Vice President of Development at Coburn Place, a Transitional home for survivors of domestic violence. She tells us all about her position and why it's critical to the mission of the organization. Coburn Place is over 25 years old and has housed and served thousands of domestic violence survivors and their children. Connect with Coburn Place Below Mission We offer compassionate support and safe housing choices for survivors of domestic violence and their children. We specialize in fresh starts – letting survivors lead the way in creating their own paths forward. We serve everyone – cisgender, transgender and nonbinary survivors. We have transitional housing at our historic building in Midtown Indianapolis, as well as in our community-based housing program. Breaking the cycle of abuse creates stronger people, stronger families and – ultimately – stronger communities. https://coburnplace.org Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org

Are you one of many nonprofits not taking advantage of the biggest tool available for spreading your mission? Social media is one of the most powerful tools at a nonprofit's disposal when it comes to building relationships and driving growth. In order to maximize social media's usefulness, the content should be authentic and engaging, not just a call for donations. Nonprofits should craft social media posts that demonstrate their mission, values, and showcase their social impact while also inviting potential supporters to engage with them directly. When leveraged effectively, social media can be an incredibly effective tool for nonprofits to expand their reach, engage more with supporters, and increase donations for their cause. On today's podcast, I interview one of our Nonprofits Mar De Carlo of International Parenting & Health Institute Inc on her journey to nearly 200k followers and the tips she has learned along the way. Download a Free Nonprofit Crash Course and Checklist www.clarkandclark.org Connect with International Parenting & Health Institute https://www.instagram.com/mar_decarlo/ https://parentinghealthinstitute.com/ https://www.instagram.com/parentinghealthinstitute/

Season 4 of The Service Driven Life Podcasts starts today! We will also be airing on Fridays rather than Wednesdays this season. What's your word of the year? Ours is Awareness! You see, you cannot begin to change unless you are first aware of the thoughts, actions, and results that are happening in this very moment. Are you aware of where you spend your time, your money, and your energy? Do you know your BMI, Visceral Fat, your BMR? Do you know where most of your clients or donations come from, what marketing is working, and which grants have the highest percentage of new nonprofit approvals? So far, we have saved over $300 per month by clearing subscriptions that we don't use. What could you invest in with an extra $300 every month? Many times, we are moving so fast that we lose awareness of exactly which direction we are headed! I have a secret recipe that was downloaded to me years ago and 2023 is the year that we will share it with the world! Next week (January 11th at 1 pm EST) I am offering a Free Master Class where I walk you through my 7 Step Process to Clear Overwhelm in entrepreneurs called, The Shedding Method. This class is for you if you feel like you are running in circles and your vision is getting pushed to the back burner. In today's Podcast, I share what inspired me to create The Shedding Method and how it has changed my life, my connections, and my bank account. https://www.clarkandclark.org/webinar-registration www.clarkandclark.org

Happy Holidays! I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season filled with Family, Joy, and Love! In today's podcast, I discuss removing momentum blocks in your business or nonprofit! This is the final chapter of our Momentum Series and Part 2 of Momentum Stealers. If momentum is your intention for 2023 be sure to listen to all 3 episodes and add these tools to your toolbox. We will be off next week for the holidays but feel free to use this time to binge-listen!

In today's podcast, I discuss removing momentum blocks in your business or nonprofit! Everyone has the same 24 hours per day. What you do with those hours is what matters most. Everyone knows the saying “Time is Money” Yet we get disconnected from the true meaning. We only focus on one of the words, Money. If you have a money challenge the fix is easy. It's not really a money issue at all. It's a time issue. You're spending your time on things that don't adequality support your desired lifestyle. I talk about what some of those things could be in today's podcast. https://www.clarkandclark.org/ P.S. I have been doing tax-exempt applications for the past 15 years and I have a 100% approval rate. I have completed over 4000 Tax Exempt Approvals and we have received over 11 million dollars in grant funding. Message me to see if your idea qualifies as a nonprofit. Have a peaceful day!

Are you feeling stagnant when it comes to building and growing your organization? In today's podcast, I speak on tips to build momentum in your business or nonprofit! There are several ways to grow your organization, but it will take getting out of your comfort zone. https://www.clarkandclark.org/ Featured Funding $5K Grant Opportunity: Keep It Local Business Fund Nextdoor Kind Foundation and the NAACP proudly announce the Keep It Local Business Fund that offers people of color a $5,000 grant to grow their businesses and benefit their communities. Applications are open through December 16, 2022, at 6 p.m. ET. To be eligible, applicants must operate a business that is majority (51%) owned and/or operated by a person of color(s), be a legal resident of one of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, excluding U.S. Territories, and be 18 years of age or older (19 in Alabama and Nebraska). www.helloalice.com https://givecfc.org/charity-application-resources

This year Giving Tuesday raised over $3.2 billion in donations! Did your organization participate? Did you get the results you expected? What would you do differently? In today's podcast, I speak on tips I give when clients don't get the results they expected! This can be applied to anything from applying for grants to launching a program. Overanalyzing the results may be exactly what's stopping you from taking action. https://www.clarkandclark.org/

Have you ever worked on a project for months at ungodly hours all for it to never launch or not produce? I know I have and it's completely heart-wrenching! You go into this “building” zone and your vision goes full “tunnel”! What if I told you it's not the things I tore apart for months that got me my biggest result but it's been my ability to make fast imperfect decisions and leave room to edit as I go. In today's podcast, I share exactly how I have embraced imperfection! If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

If you ask me the thing that has been most impactful in my life, I would say coaching and mentorship, hands-down! There is nothing more powerful than having a challenge and linking with someone who has not only experienced that same exact challenge but has also helped thousands of people to be able to overcome what you are facing. To have someone hold your hand and say, “I've been there, and here's the direction that brings results, here's why you are stuck, and here's what you can do about it”, is game-changing. Even if we are not the coaches for you, listen to this podcast episode where I cover my experiences with coaching and the benefits of this power move. “ If you wanna go fast, go alone…if you wanna go far, go together.” If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

If you missed the Instagram live from last Friday, we have added it to this week's podcast! I enjoyed speaking with our client, Emily Showard of Building Confident Women Ministries. Emily and I discussed how she has been able to find success in building her nonprofit organization. If you want to link with other nonprofits and see what's working and what's not, the best way to do that is to join our upcoming group coaching program, beginning 11/11. If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

There are tons of resources and grants available to help you on your journey as a new nonprofit founder or a business owner. In this week's podcast, I speak with Danielle Shingieti. She shares how she was able to get her new nonprofit website built for free! We also discuss tips on balancing a nonprofit as a mother and how to manage time wisely. Danielle is the Founder and President of Consulting Color. She is married and the mother of a 3-year-old daughter. She is a graduate of George Mason University in Information Technology and has worked in the Service Delivery industry for over 20 years. Starting her early career on early childhood education and upon graduating from University switched to Information Technology Service Management. Specifically, focusing on Quality Management, Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance. In her spare time, she enjoys action and sci-fi movies and video games. She owes her drive to her parents, whose own entrepreneurial goals and strong work ethic laid the foundation for where she is and is going today. She believes that with Collective, Cooperative, Collaboration we can achieve anything! Consulting Color's mission is to provide a network of consultative resources and services to women of color-led businesses to help them grow and thrive. Their incubator/accelerator program is designed by women, women-led, and is women-focused. Contact Danielle https://consultingcolor.org https://www.facebook.com/ConsultingColor https://www.linkedin.com/company/consulting-color/ If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Have you ever thought about developing a Facebook Community for your nonprofit? Facebook is used by millions daily to connect and can be used as an impactful tool for your organization. In this week's podcast, I speak with Moriah McNack from My Sisters Hands Of Healing. She has built her nonprofit Facebook community to over 1K members! We take a deep dive into the self-development, growth, and spiritual practices it took for Moriah to discover her gifts and passions to ultimately become a leader and empower other women. My Sisters Hands of Healing is a safe space that restores and empowers girls/women from all walks of life to overcome mental, systematic or childhood trauma. They are a nonprofit organization committed to eliminating barriers and advocating for solutions that significantly increase viable lifestyles for girls and women worldwide via mentorship, take-action initiatives, holistic workshops, and prevention intervention. If you want to build a Facebook community for your organization, Moriah is providing services to help you! Contact Moriah https://linktr.ee/coach_moriah If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Are you available for success or growth in your organization or business? When was the last time you publicly shared your organization? Do people within your community know who you are and your mission? Do you connect with other leaders in the community? Do people see you working in the community? As a nonprofit or business owner you need to put yourself out there and show that you are available! In this week's podcast, I speak with Emily Showard, the Founder and CEO of Building Confident Women Ministry. Emily introduced her nonprofit to her community by recording a video and sharing her mission. This helped to jumpstart her nonprofit success and growth! She is a life coach and an ordained minister who has served as a group facilitator and counselor for both the juvenile and adult female prison system. Emily is an author and a business owner. Her passion is seeing women overcome challenges and obstacles in their lives by being in tune with their mind, body, and spirit. Emily has Danced with Nazu African Dance company for more than 10 years, and has had the opportunity to perform on many platforms. "As the founder of Building Confident Women Ministry since 2014 my heart's desire is to see women come together no matter what their differences may be and create a safe space for expression, education, empowerment, healing, and development." I want to challenge you all to create a video or reel sharing your organization and mission. How are you serving your community? Join our email list for a special contest for those who create and share. Contact Emily Showard https://www.buildingconfidentwomenministry.com If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

How does nonprofit funding work? Where do the funds come from? How much will I receive in grants? How do I increase my chances of getting grants? What types of income streams are common for nonprofits? These are some of the most common questions that I get when it comes to funding! In today's podcast episode I answered them all plus some! Let's take the mystery out of funding so that you can start to focus on impact. If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Life is what happens while you are busy making plans. The way you play is just as important as the way you work. As a first gen small business owner, I often found myself feeling like there was “no time to play” and even becoming envious of people who make time for play. But now I realize "play" is essential for learning, growing, recharging, and just enjoying this small “dash” we call life. It's much easier and absolutely possible to have a balanced work and home life when you are focused on the right things as a CEO. 99% of you all are focused on too many moving parts of your business. In this podcast, I give you exactly what to focus on to generate growth so that you can also have time to practice self-care and recharge for the community you serve. If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

We moved our Podcast release day to Wednesdays instead of Mondays because it just was not working for us! I mean, one of my goals as an entrepreneur is to have weekends off. I think that's a pretty reasonable goal! lol…But sometimes we get so caught up in the hustle that we forget why we created our own organization! We would spend a good chunk of the weekend preparing our podcast. You can absolutely grow a business or nonprofit in a way that fits your lifestyle, and you should! When you make time to breathe, eat healthy, and enjoy family, you show up as the best CEO for your company! Let this be a reminder to check in on what's working and what's not! Then make some changes. In this 40th episode, we discuss the top 4 mistakes that new organizations make when managing a nonprofit or business. We also make a huge announcement about our services. See you inside. If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me your mission and I'll let you know if you qualify as a nonprofit or for-profit. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Today I speak with Dr. Bridgette Moody of Infinite Brilliance Consulting. Dr. Moody has loved science since a young age. She holds a Ph.D. in molecular pharmacology from Emory University and has been awarded as a competitive researcher for her paradigm shifting investigations of overcoming chemoresistance in breast cancer. She has spent the past 15 years passionately empowering underrepresented STEM students Her passion is to eliminate educational disparities by providing resources for college readiness, community education and proposing effective strategies that narrow achievement gaps for aspiring students. We speak about the power of mentorship in the black and brown community and how she balances her nonprofit work as a mom. She also shares mindset tips on how she landed her first nonprofit contract. Contact Dr. Moody https://www.infinitebrillianceconsulting.com If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

When I interviewed Melissa last week, one thing that stood out was that she knew exactly what to focus on for her business! That's a rare gem when it comes to entrepreneurs and I am confident that this was one of the reasons she was able to grow soo fast! You see, Melissa only had 2 hours to dedicate to her business each day since she still works full-time. Sound familiar? A majority of you have a goal of working full time for your organization or have just made the full time leap. The easiest way to manage whatever amount of time you have for your organization is to focus on the things that come easy for you and provide the highest value to your clients at the same time…Your gifts! If you are still wondering what those are, I cover steps on revealing and monetizing those gifts in todays podcast. If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Are you offering virtual events but hearing crickets? In today's podcast, hear how Melissa from Black and Global Business Network was able to get over 3000 participants registered for her webinar! As well as what she says are her top 3 things she focuses on as a CEO. The mission of Black and Global Business Network is to harness the power of Black Minds, to develop the network for Black International Businesses, supported and strengthened by Black Excellence to build Black Millionaires in the Global Economy. Contact Melissa https://blackandglobalbusinessnetwork.com Resources Mentioned https://darrenhardy.com/programs https://www.blackceo.com http://virtualasting.com If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

On today's podcast, we are going to dig a little bit deeper into the overwhelm topic because I truly believe that focus is your superpower. When you start to clear things from your plate, I believe that the path becomes more clear and you're able to really get a full visual of what your priority areas are that need your focus and attention the most! By the way, Our 1 on 1 coaching is officially ending on October 1. If this is the style of coaching that you desire, email me. Our Group Coaching program starts in November. Today's quote: "Energy flows where your attention goes!” If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Whew! You guys really got a lot out of our series on entrepreneurial overwhelm! (Unless you have been too overwhelmed to listen, lol!) In today's podcast, I pick up where I left off and give 3 more tips that will help bring calm into your business. Today's quote: "Every thought creates an action that creates a consequence!” Oprah If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

If you are anything like 99% of my clients,(or should I say 99% of the world lol) you have struggled with being overwhelmed! In today's podcast, I cover my top tips that clear overwhelm and stress so that you can reach the level of success that you envision! Buckle up, this is the work, the inner work that is required to succeed! Your “No's” are just as powerful (if not more) than your “Yes” is! Today's mantra: “I'm in the right place at the right time, even my delays are divine!” If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Meet the smarter way to win grants. Need a tool that brings grant discovery, research, and tracking to one place? With Instrumentl, nonprofits are more effective and efficient at finding the right grants. Today I speak with Gauri Manglik, the CEO of Instrumentl. Gauri has dedicated her career to building intuitive and delightful user experiences. Seeing the opportunity to force multiply the nonprofit sector's ability to create impact through software led her to her work at Instrumentl. As CEO and a co-founder, she has led Instrumentl to serve over 2,000 nonprofits today, making it a favorite tool among grant seekers for bringing grant prospecting, tracking, and management to one place. Before Instrumentl, Gauri was CEO and co-founder of Fondu, an online community for sharing bite-sized restaurant reviews. After Fondu was acquired by Airbnb, Gauri led their mobile and special projects teams. Freebie link: Download free comprehensive guides to master grants from Instrumentl here https://www.instrumentl.com/guides Create your 14-day free account on Instrumentl to get personalized grant recommendations for your nonprofit. https://www.instrumentl.com/r/servicedrivenlife Save $50 off your first month of Instrumentl with the code SDLPOD50 If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Hi Earth Angels, Are you ready to finally make the shift from side hustle to full-time with your Nonprofit or business? This month we'll be focused on the mindset required to win grants and run a successful nonprofit. Starting in August we have a special 3-month weekly live mastermind for our coaching clients. More info to come... In this podcast, I am joined by my husband and our Administrator, Robert Clark. We discuss the mindset shifts required when we went from part-time to full-time in our business. (Which happened at different times, by the way) Listen, you can absolutely run your nonprofit or business full time! However, it will require you to become a different person than who you are as an employee. If you want to grow, you will have to solve bigger problems and create a bigger impact and that work starts with what you believe about yourself and the work you have been called to. If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Hi Earth Angels, This month we'll be focused on the mindset required to win grants and run a successful nonprofit. In this live throwback, I speak with Kristal from Diversified Direction Foundation. We share mindset tips on attracting a productive board and funding for your nonprofit. Kristal recently received 3 grants and continuously develops her mindset to run an impactful nonprofit. Her organization aids the community by providing services to children through Performing Arts programs while also providing resources to the homeless. To receive weekly emails with grant opportunities and more, subscribe to our email list. Starting in August we have a special 3-month weekly live training for our coaching clients. If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org Contact Kristal Diversified Direction Foundation Website: http://diversifieddirectionfoundation.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diversifieddirection_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diversifiedfoundation

The nonprofit community is constantly evolving. When starting and managing an organization, it's important to be knowledgeable about all the information, resources, and tools available to you. This will help you on your journey in growing a successful nonprofit or business. Have you ever wondered if there is a school specifically for nonprofits? There is! Join me as I chat with Andrew Canales of Houses For Warriors Inc. He had the opportunity to attend a nonprofit school. We will share information on the pros and cons of his higher education and how it helped his organization. Houses For Warriors, Inc specializes in the startup, acquisition and operation of real estate and operating companies that provide services and solutions to military veterans. Andrew coordinates with property owners, donors, community leaders, and business owners across the country to create strategic partnerships and opportunities that serve our veterans and those involved. His main goal is to improve the quality of life for every veteran who is struggling. Contact Andrew Canales (Houses for Warriors) Website : https://housesforwarriors.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HousesforWar... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/housesforwa...

After 10 years in the human resources payroll, and business finance industry, Kandis decided to alter her direction. Now she shares her passion and experience by helping individuals with custom purpose driven business services and solutions. Kandis' Contacts Website: https://allpayservices.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/all_pay_ser... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allpayser If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

In this episode, I interview Yolonda with Couture Services Tax Prep. She's an amazing service-based entrepreneur who built her business from scratch (with a little one on her hip!) She shares how she was able to scale her business to 600 clients! Here's a little from Yolanda.... "I am a potential seeker sent to call out the greatness inside of others. I never leave people where I find them in life. I will call out your greatness inside of YOU and help you harness your power! Do, YOU want different? Then you have to do things for you. Every day you wake up, it starts and ends with ʏᴏᴜ. Stop worrying about what other people are doing and show up for YOU, consistently EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. This type of discipline and consistency will help you achieve every goal that you have. I believe we all should live out our dreams and harness our powers of greatness." Contact Yolanda https://linktr.ee/iamyolanda If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Branding is your first impression to your client or customer. Before your client has any experience with you, your branding should give them an idea of who you are, what you do, and who you serve. It should entice your ideal client into sticking around and wanting to know more about you. No matter what size your business is, or what kind of products and services you're offering, you need to be instantly recognizable. Last year I needed help with my creative branding, to be able to tell my story better and express our unique energy. Visuals are often the most striking way to leave a lasting impression in the viewer's mind. Your brand identity shares who you are with your ideal client from colors to logo, to styling. In this episode, I chat with Queen Brooklyn also known as Brooklyn Tankard. She is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and reality TV star on Bravo's - Thicker Than Water! She is also a creative branding and purpose coach, who helped our organization creatively redesign with a professional photoshoot in Florida! Today, we share tips on how you can refresh your brand creatively to attract more clients. Contact Queen Brooklyn https://linktr.ee/queenbrooklyn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/queenbrooklyn If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Today I speak with Mel of Mel B Enterprises about her upcoming event, "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire" Leadership Conference and the secret sauce is business perseverance. She is a serial entrepreneur, who has made her footprint in the business consulting and marketing space by helping entrepreneurs and brands with revolutionizing branding, marketing, and business growth techniques. As the CEO of Mel B Enterprises, a creatively driven, full-service marketing agency that helps brands scale through clarifying their message + strategic planning, her innovative processes lie at the intersection between creativity, community, and culture. This Huntsville native lives by the motto: “when you stay ready you don't have to get ready” as she constantly focuses on creative ways to build and sustain memorable brands. Contact Mel https://melbowers.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whoismelb Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010089270083 If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

How to connect with your Clients, Donors, Board, and Staff... For the first five years of our business, all sales came from word of mouth! Why? Because customer service is a non-negotiable when I am being serviced and when I am servicing others. It seems like customer service is slowly creeping into the extinction category and today I give tips on how you can use this to your advantage in growing a thriving nonprofit or service-based business. I'm going to give you my exact recipe that drives customers back for services we don't even offer. This not only works for clients but it also works for all humans, donors, board members, social media followers, and staff. If your business involves people! This is for you! If you're looking to take your service-based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

This episode is the voice recording of a live I did with one of our education based nonprofits, The Diverse Learner Foundation. Founded by Gabriela Timothy. The Diverse Learner Foundation uses educational services and support for the purpose of developing more equitable opportunities for diverse students through advocacy, workshops, tutoring, and counseling. Gabriela and I discuss the in's and out's of starting and developing a strong nonprofit.

Planning and marketing successful fundraising events is a major goal for nonprofits. Many questions and tasks arise when wanting to be sure the event goes well. Today I speak with Michelle Tamiko Hardy. She shares how she was able to organize and market a profitable event for her nonprofit, The Michelle Hardy Organization. Michelle is an author and loves to serve by giving random acts of kindness. Her organization's mission is to speak to K-12 classrooms globally about the importance of Random Acts of Kindness and giving without ceasing. It was a pleasure speaking with Michelle, as she shared tips and advice on how she was able to get sponsors, donors, food, and even a celebrity chef for her event. Listen by clicking the links below. Contact Michelle Tamiko Hardy Website: https://www.michellehardy.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegivingguru If you're looking to take your service based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and Nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Email me to see if our 4 Pillars to Funding coaching program can work for your organization. https://www.clarkandclark.org

Today on the podcast I have one of our youngest guests, Jaxson Turner! On his 10th birthday, Jaxson decided instead of gifts he wanted to feed the homeless in his community. It was this calling to serve others less fortunate than him that inspired him to establish N2Y2C (Never Too Young To Care), a non-profit organization focused on serving people experiencing homelessness, underserved children, families, and veterans in North Texas. Jaxson believes NO ONE is ever too young to give of themselves. Give a meal, a hug, a smile for a day and you will touch them for a lifetime. Four years later, he's still going strong and achieving his mission of making God proud! Jaxson has been featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Access Hollywood, New York Times, and also received a letter from President Obama thanking him for his service in the community! It was a pleasure speaking with Jaxson and his mom and hearing them share their wonderful story. I encourage you to listen with your little ones or young adults. I hope this podcast motivates you as you serve your community as a nonprofit or business. Do you want to start a nonprofit? Or do you need assistance with managing your nonprofit? I help nonprofits get funded by teaching the 4 Pillars of Nonprofit Success. If you're looking to take your service based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and nonprofits and received over 11 million dollars in funding. Contact me for details. https://www.clarkandclark.org Contact Jaxson Turner Never 2 Young 2 Care Charity - N2Y2C Website: https://n2y2c.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaxsonN2Y2C

We love sharing the stories of our nonprofits and learning lessons on how they are able to grow and carry out their missions. Today's guest is Michele Pilla from Wholesome Riches. Last week she shared how she was able to obtain 3 grants as a new nonprofit. Wholesome Riches cares deeply about the welfare of children and their families. Their mission is to reach at-risk students with the love of God through intentional and collective partnerships, weekly food donations, classes, and mentorship programs. In this week's podcast, she will share the growth she has experienced in her 2 year old nonprofit and her journey to obtaining over 400k in grants and in-kind donations last year. Michele shares how she started from scratch with limited resources. With love and service being her currency, she was able to connect with her community and eventually attract the resources and funding needed. I truly believe when you have a heart for serving or finding solutions to a problem/need, you will attract exactly what you need for your nonprofit or business. Do you want to start a nonprofit? Or do you need assistance with managing your nonprofit? I help nonprofits get funded by teaching the 4 Pillars of Nonprofit Success. If you're looking to take your service based business to the next level, we have set up over 4000 businesses and nonprofits and received over $11 million dollars in funding. Contact me for details. https://www.clarkandclark.org Contact Michele and Wholesome Riches Website: https://www.wholesomeriches.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholesomeriches

In my 15+ years of working with businesses and nonprofits, I have learned that there is one ingredient that is vital for all founders. Faith! Faith is taking the first step when you don't see the whole staircase. I have the pleasure and joy of being able to see one of my nonprofits flourish as I walk with them on their faith journey. In this week's podcast, I take you back in time to a wonderful conversation I had with Michele Pilla from Wholesale Riches. Last year, we discussed how she was able to obtain 3 grants during a pandemic! In next week's podcast, she will share the growth she has experienced in her nonprofit since our conversation last year and her journey to obtaining over 400k in grants and in-kind donations. Wholesome Riches cares deeply about the welfare of children and their families. Their mission is to reach at-risk students with the love of God through intentional and collective partnerships, weekly food donations, classes, and mentorship programs. In this conversation, we share wisdom and stories on how you can attract abundance in your nonprofit or business through faith. Do you want to start a nonprofit? Or do you need assistance with managing your nonprofit? I help nonprofits get funded by teaching the 4 Pillars of Nonprofit Success. Contact me for details. https://www.clarkandclark.org Contact Michele and Wholesome Riches Website: https://www.wholesomeriches.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholesomeriches