Podcasts about Taproot Foundation

[spp-player]Gail Straus is mostly retired, meaning that in addition to volunteer work, she remains open to the occasional client project. In 2021, Gail joined the Communications Team at AARP Illinois as a volunteer. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Guest House Chicago, donates time and expertise to the Moran Center for Social Justice in Evanston, is on the Ambassadors Advisory Committee to Steppenwolf Theater Company, and volunteers for the Taproot Foundation.We asked, “How did you become involved with AARP-IL?” Gail was clear of her intent to use her expertise and skills in an organization which would recognize her value as a volunteer. AARP IL's Director of Communication was delighted to tap into her experience. As an active volunteer member of the communications team, she brings insight into connecting marketing and outreach strategies to the most effective communications vehicles. More importantly, she serves as the voice of the older adult for the communications team. Gail also writes a monthly column on older adults for AARP-IL and says, “Don't call me elderly!” A big reason Gail is volunteering for AARP is their advocacy for older adults in the country. As Gail described, AARP advocates for programs such as social security, provides information and sponsors events on topics that are important to keeping older adults viable and vital and provides an extensive array of both virtual and in-person recreational, informational and entertainment resources such as fraud protection, yoga, cooking classes, ethnic celebrations and arts programming. You can easily get involved by checking out your state chapter at AARP.orgCONNECT WITH GAIL:Email: Gailkstraus@gmail.comLinked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-straus-57ba311/

In episode 230 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy is joined by Aaron Hurst, bestselling author of The Purpose Economy and a pioneer in the field of meaningful work. Together, they explore the idea that purpose isn't something we find, but something we intentionally build. Aaron dives deep into his journey—from founding Taproot Foundation and catalyzing a $15 billion pro bono movement to launching Board.Dev, an initiative aiming to integrate tech leaders into nonprofit boards. The conversation tackles the psychological underpinnings of purpose, the flaws in waiting for it to “find us,” and why reflection, not perfection, is the true path to fulfillment.Throughout the episode, Aaron challenges assumptions around career paths, generational mindsets, and community disconnect. He and Kelly explore how our modern culture often isolates us, despite unprecedented digital connection, and why genuine human relationships are the foundation for both business success and a meaningful life. The episode wraps with a powerful call to action—get to know your neighbors, build community intentionally, and remember that the smallest actions, like sharing a meal, can transform your sense of purpose.Key Takeaways: 1. Purpose isn't something you find—it's something you build through reflection and intentional action. 2. Most people don't need to change jobs to find purpose, they need to learn how to create meaning in what they already do. 3. Meaningful work is rooted in relationships, impact, and personal growth, not titles or salaries. 4. We're not in the information economy anymore—we've shifted into the purpose economy, where emotional connection drives value. 5. Entrepreneurs are often driven by addiction to highs and rewards, making balance and mindfulness essential for long-term well-being. 6. The idea of a “calling” can be limiting—purpose should be flexible and show up across all areas of your life. 7. Pro bono work fuels fulfillment by combining service, skill development, and new relationships in powerful ways. 8. Most nonprofits drastically underinvest in technology, and tech professionals on boards can help close this gap. 9. Our hyperconnected world has created a loneliness epidemic—real community must be rebuilt through local, intentional relationships. 10. A purposeful life starts at home—invite your neighbors over, open your door, and lead the change you want to see.Learn more about Aaron HurstBusiness Development isn't luck. It's a skill.Master it with Kelly Kennedy.⚡ Real strategy ⚡ Real results ⚡ Free discovery call

Staff and board of the Crimsonbridge Foundation know that scholarship dollars have long played an important and familiar role to support student participation in tuition-based education. They've invested in building the capacity of schools from kindergarten through college to create welcoming, inclusive institutions that foster the sense of belonging needed to support student success. So when they looked for solutions to increase the participation of Hispanic students in Catholic schools, they proposed outreach, engagement, and communication strategies that went beyond traditional scholarships. These "beyond the grant" strategies not only increased school capacity, but student enrollment and family engagement.   ***   Danielle M. Reyes is President and CEO of the Crimsonbridge Foundation. She has led the strategic development of the foundation's operations and programs since its founding in 2015, and guides the philanthropic strategies of its affiliates Crimsonbridge Group and Crimsonbridge LLC. At Crimsonbridge, she has co-created an innovative entrepreneurial philanthropy model that integrates inclusion, equity, and communications strategies to foster authentic community-based partnerships that drive change in Education, Leadership Development, Communications Capacity Building, and the Environment. Danielle serves as the Board President for the DC Bar Foundation and has contributed her expertise to local organizations and national boards including the Taproot Foundation and Asian Americans Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy.

Danielle Reyes, President and CEO of the Crimsonbridge Foundation, observes that many times, discussions about improving philanthropy call upon foundations to minimize their presence and agency. Danielle invites us to take a more complex view of foundations' role. In a series of Podcasts, she reminds us that money alone is not enough to make deeper, longer-lasting systems change. She observes that social sector organizations want their funders to do more - to step up and take actions that draw upon foundations' unique abilities, assets, and position. In Part 2, Danielle shares an example how the foundation goes far beyond grants to break through barriers to change, in the field of leadership development for nonprofit leaders of color. *** Danielle M. Reyes is President and CEO of the Crimsonbridge Foundation. She has led the strategic development of the foundation's operations and programs since its founding in 2015, and guides the philanthropic strategies of its affiliates Crimsonbridge Group and Crimsonbridge LLC. At Crimsonbridge, she has co-created an innovative entrepreneurial philanthropy model that integrates inclusion, equity, and communications strategies to foster authentic community-based partnerships that drive change in Education, Leadership Development, Communications Capacity Building, and the Environment. Danielle serves as the Board President for the DC Bar Foundation and has contributed her expertise to local organizations and national boards including the Taproot Foundation and Asian Americans Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy.

Danielle Reyes, President and CEO of the Crimsonbridge Foundation, observes that many times, discussions about improving philanthropy call upon foundations to minimize their presence and agency. Danielle invites us to take a more complex view of foundations' role. In a series of Podcasts, she reminds us that money alone is not enough to make deeper, longer-lasting systems change. She observes that social sector organizations want their funders to do more - to step up and take actions that draw upon foundations' unique abilities, assets, and positions. In Part 1, Danielle explores why the Crimsonbridge Foundation uses all the assets and powers. Parts 2 and 3 highlight examples of how Danielle's team goes far beyond grants to break through barriers to change, in two specific focus areas - leadership development for nonprofit leaders of color, and first-generation college student success.   *** Danielle M. Reyes is President and CEO of the Crimsonbridge Foundation. She has led the strategic development of the foundation's operations and programs since its founding in 2015 and guides the philanthropic strategies of its affiliates Crimsonbridge Group and Crimsonbridge LLC. At Crimsonbridge, she has co-created an innovative entrepreneurial philanthropy model that integrates inclusion, equity, and communications strategies to foster authentic community-based partnerships that drive change in Education, Leadership Development, Communications, Capacity Building, and the Environment. Danielle serves on the Board of the DC Bar Foundation and has contributed her expertise to local organizations and national boards including the Taproot Foundation and Asian Americans Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy.

When curiosity meets purpose-driven impact, it leads to impactful work. Aaron Hurst, a pioneering entrepreneur, has dedicated his career to creating meaningful change. From starting his first business at 16 to founding the Taproot Foundation, Aaron has consistently driven purposeful initiatives. His book, "The Purpose Economy," and subsequent ventures have made him a leading advocate for purpose-driven workplaces.Aaron Hurst is a visionary at the intersection of tech innovation and social impact. As co-founder of a venture-backed startup and creator of the Taproot Foundation, Aaron has made a significant mark. Recently, his technology for purpose-driven workplaces was acquired by Pronos, expanding its global reach.Aaron shared insights on his "RIG" framework—Relationships, Impact, and Growth—as keys to fulfillment. He emphasizes essentialism, focusing on what truly matters without overcommitting. Aaron's unique perspective on entrepreneurship highlights the mental challenges many entrepreneurs face. As he continues to innovate with ventures in Latin America and explore AI's potential, Aaron's work remains at the forefront of fostering purposeful connections and leadership.Key Takeaways:Follow Your Curiosity: Aaron's journey underscores the importance of being curious and asking "What if?" This mindset can lead to unexpected and rewarding paths. Cultivating curiosity can drive innovation and open doors to new opportunities that might otherwise be overlooked.Relationships Matter: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships is crucial for personal fulfillment and professional success. Aaron emphasizes that connections with others provide support, inspiration, and opportunities for collaboration that are vital in both personal and professional realms.Make an Impact: Strive to do work that matters, not just for personal satisfaction but for the broader community. Aaron's work with the Taproot Foundation highlights how impactful and purpose-driven projects can create significant positive change in society.Embrace Growth: Continuous personal and professional growth, especially overcoming fears, is key to long-term fulfillment. Aaron shares his belief that growth comes from stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing challenges, which fosters resilience and development.Purpose-Driven Success: Aligning business strategies with purpose and values creates more sustainable and impactful success. Aaron's insights from "The Purpose Economy" illustrate how integrating purpose into business practices leads to more meaningful and lasting achievements.Whether you're just starting or looking to scale your business, Anne's insights and experiences offer valuable lessons that can guide you on your journey.Listen to this exciting episode. Join us for the conversation! Listen to the full episode here:Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/underdog/id1534385651Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FbSDu0aNtuxAEiderUAfBWebsite: https://theunderdogshow.comIf you found this story worth your time and made changes in your life, we'd love to hear from you! Subscribe and leave a review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Follow and connect with Aaron Hurst:imperative: https://www.imperative.com/Purpose Economy: https://purposeeconomy.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronhurstThe Underdog Podcast host is none other than Pamela Bardhi. She's rocking the Real Estate Realm and has dedicated her life as a Life Coach. She is also in the Forbes Real Estate Council. To know more about Pam, check out the following:Website: https://pamelabardhi.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamela_bardhiTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pamela_bardhiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatethroughrealestate

Aaron Hurst is the best-selling author of The Purpose Economy and founder of the workforce engagement platform Imperative and nonprofit Taproot Foundation. Learn about the power of purpose, how to build a culture of meaning, and the next step in his social impact legacy, Shared Purpose, retreats and dinners for friends, couples, and colleagues to clarify their purpose and vision for the next chapter in their lives. About Aaron Aaron Hurst is an award-winning social entrepreneur who uses curiosity, creativity, courage, and care to navigate the world with purpose. He founded the Taproot Foundation, Imperative, Board.dev, and Shared Purpose. More importantly, he is a husband, father, and friend. In 2013, co-founded and led Imperative, a venture-backed start-up, that developed the first employee purpose profiling technology that has enabled hundreds of thousands of people to discover and own their purpose at work. In 2020, he re-launched the company, creating the first enterprise peer coaching platform which has become a critical way to connect and develop employees in the hybrid workplace. In 2001, he founded the Taproot Foundation, where he catalyzed the $15 billion pro bono service market in the US and helped establish markets in over 30 countries. The nonprofit was one of the pioneers in building cross-sector partnerships and helped accelerate the growth of corporate social responsibility. Aaron's best-selling 2014 book, The Purpose Economy, predicted the rise of purpose as a leading driver of economic growth and innovation. He coined the term ‘Purpose Mindset' and in partnership with NYU developed the first commercial measure of employee fulfillment. He has led national and global studies on purpose in the workplace and in higher education in partnership with leading corporations and universities. Key Takeaways The Purpose Economy was based on Taproot Foundation—a pro bono service to help business professionals use their skills to help nonprofits. The book makes the business case that purpose and meaning drive innovation and economic value creation. A key to having a sense of purpose and meaning in your life is strong relationships. Meaningful relationships and the need for purpose and meaning these are two of the biggest predictors of life span and quality of life. Research shows women over 55 are especially likely to have a purpose mindset. A purpose mindset is related to the strongest leaders with the highest performance. There is a strong case that people over 55 are the best employees. Recognition of the value of older people is a major opportunity for employers. At a Shared Purpose Retreat, attendees come with a “co pilot” – a spouse, sibling, or friend to share the experience and language. The co-pilot accelerates your ability to be vulnerable.

Tune in to the Legacy Leaders Show featuring Aaron Hurst, renowned for founding the Taproot Foundation and pioneering the Purpose Economy. Hurst, a celebrated author. LinkedIn's Top Voice and social entrepreneur brings his wealth of experience and groundbreaking insights to this captivating episode. He discusses how purpose-driven innovation is not just reshaping business but is essential for sustainable economic growth.The key is to know the economic shift and where new value creation is currently. ~ Aaron Hurst This episode is a must-listen for those eager to explore the intersection of profit and purpose and understand their critical role in shaping tomorrow's business world. Take advantage of this enlightening session with one of the most influential voices in purposeful business.

Tune in to the Legacy Leaders Show featuring Aaron Hurst, renowned for founding the Taproot Foundation and pioneering the Purpose Economy. Hurst, a celebrated author. LinkedIn's Top Voice and social entrepreneur brings his wealth of experience and groundbreaking insights to this captivating episode. He discusses how purpose-driven innovation is not just reshaping business but is essential for sustainable economic growth. The key is to know the economic shift and where new value creation is currently. ~ Aaron HurstThis episode is a must-listen for those eager to explore the intersection of profit and purpose and understand their critical role in shaping tomorrow's business world. Take advantage of this enlightening session with one of the most influential voices in purposeful business.

Aaron Hurst is a serial social entrepreneur and a leading expert on the science of purpose and fulfillment at work. He is the founding CEO of Imperative, founder of the Taproot Foundation, and bestselling author of The Purpose Economy. In this episode, I talk with Aaron about what purpose is and isn't, the importance of quiet, and surviving burnout. Aaron explains the importance of reflection for meaning making, how to know if you're coachable, and how to ask for, and offer, help. Get in touch with Aaron———————Stay connected on InstagramLet's work togetherFind me on LinkedIn

Welcome to the DNA of Purpose Podcast. In this show, we unveil the insights, tools, and mindset shifts that empower you to build trust, champion adaptability, and muster the courage to unleash your DNA of Purpose—a purpose that's essential for sparking conversations, leading teams, rallying communities, and influencing cultural shifts that guide humanity toward the solutions reshaping our future. Today, I am beyond excited to share with all of you a guest who has been at the top of my guest list since the day I started this podcast. His name is Aaron Hurst, and I consider him the godfather of the purpose movement and a true pioneer in the realm of purpose-driven leadership. He's best known as the author of "The Purpose Economy." This book predicted the rise of purpose as a primary driver of economic growth and innovation. He coined the term ‘Purpose Mindset', and in partnership with NYU, developed the first commercial measure of employee fulfilment. Aaron has spearheaded national and global studies on purpose in the workplace and in higher education, partnering with leading corporations and universities.  Aaron is also the founding CEO of Imperative, a venture-backed start-up that pioneered the first employee purpose profiling technology. This innovation has empowered hundreds of thousands to discover and own their purpose at work. Today, the platform also functions as a peer-coaching platform, becoming a vital tool for connecting and developing employees in light of trends redefining the future of work. In addition to Imperative, in 2001, Aaron founded the Taproot Foundation, catalysing a massive $15 billion pro bono service market across the US and helping establish markets in over 30 countries. Yet, his achievements don't end there. Recognised by institutions like Ashoka and the Manhattan Institute and authoring the 'Purposeful CEO' series for Fast Company, Aaron's insights have appeared on platforms such as The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Bloomberg TV. In our discussion today, we'll delve deep into the DNA of Purpose, navigating the rich tapestry of Aaron's life and revealing the pivotal moments that directed his purpose and passion. We'll debunk myths, trace the evolution of the purpose economy since 2014, and explore the connections between purpose, leadership, and the forthcoming phase of global economics—and much more. Website: https://purposeeconomy.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is your nonprofit struggling with building a diverse leadership team? Are you facing difficulty when it comes to attracting and retaining top talent? Are you finding it hard to compete with the corporate sector? These are all common challenges within the nonprofit sector, but you're in luck!  Our guest today, Jailan Adly is an expert on nonprofit leadership talent search. She's helped countless organizations build successful diverse leadership teams by finding top talent for nonprofits. On today's episode, she dives into the challenges many nonprofits face in their talent search, how to set both candidates and organizations up for success, and strategies for building a safe environment. She also discusses why she thinks CFOs are one of the most challenging roles to fill and what nuances come with attracting a nonprofit CFO.  Plus, Jailan gives practical tips for job seekers in the nonprofit sector and how both job seekers and organizations can leverage technology. And most importantly, she discusses how a diverse and proximate leadership team can make huge strides in decolonizing the nonprofit world.    About Jailan Jailan Adly is a seasoned social impact executive and strategist with experience navigating organizations through pivotal transitions and periods of growth. Jailan leads GoodCitizen's East Coast hub and supports the organization's business development and strategic initiatives. Jailan joined GoodCitizen to help social sector organizations find extraordinary leaders to move the needle forward on complex challenges. She holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree from George Washington University and has spent her entire career forging mutually beneficial partnerships between diverse stakeholders from the private, public, and social sectors to build the capacity of impact-driven initiatives, individuals, and organizations. Through her work with PYXERA Global and Taproot Foundation, she supported numerous corporate social responsibility programs for Fortune 500 companies including IBM, Novartis, SAP, MetLife, John Deere, and Medtronic in more than 20 countries. She has created and led global fluency workshops to prepare business professionals to provide high-caliber consulting services to enterprises, entrepreneurs, and NGOs in emerging and frontier markets. Read the podcast transcript here.    Episode Summary On today's episode, you'll learn how to attract and retain top nonprofit talent by setting candidates and the current leadership team up for success including:   Challenges nonprofits are facing with talent search in the post-covid world (3:55) Setting up candidates and organizations up for success (6:00) Things to consider when attracting and retaining top talent (9:45) Strategies for providing a safe and successful environment for new leaders (14:00) The nuances of a nonprofit CFO role (18:30) Why it's important to assess the skills and leadership styles of the executive team in the search process (23:10) How tech plays a role in the search for nonprofit leaders (27:00) Advice for job seekers in the nonprofit sector (29:45) Strategically using ChatGPT (34:45) How proximate leadership helps decolonize the nonprofit world (39:40)   Teasers “I think there's a tendency to kind of fast forward to, ‘Well if we just hire diverse candidates, we'll be okay.” But if the organizations don't actually do the work, oftentimes they're setting candidates of color up for failure.” “I think there's a conversation and a discussion that needs to be had sector-wide, right? Where the folks who are arguably dealing with the most stress, 'cause they're on the ground doing the work, are yet nowhere near as paid as those deciding who gets the funding because of where the money is held in.” “The advice I would give candidates in the non-profit sector and, and frankly, in any sector is: get really clear on not just the issue areas you want to work in, but the function area that you want to work in as well.” “A prosperous nonprofit is one that has its eye on the ultimate outcome of the impact.”   Huge thank you to our sponsor! This series is sponsored by Blackbaud, the essential software provider for the organizations and people who change the world. Blackbaud has been working with finance professionals at nonprofit and social good organizations for almost 40 years with its Blackbaud Financial Edge, NXT Fund, accounting software expertise, and services. You can streamline your financial operations, strengthen your accountability, and make data-driven decisions to increase your impact. To learn more, visit https://www.blackbaud.com/      Resources Connect with Jailan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jailanadly/ Check out Good Citizen's website: https://www.goodcitizen.com/   Blackbaud Nonprofit Accounting Software: https://www.blackbaud.com/    Keep up to date with the podcast: @100degreesconsulting Follow Stephanie on Instagram: @stephanie.skry/  Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieskryzowski/  Visit the podcast page: 100degreesconsulting.com/diverse-leadership-team     Want more of the podcast? New episodes are released weekly! Find them all plus show notes and exclusive bonus content at 100degreesconsulting.com/podcast. Leave us a review! Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let me know what you loved most about this episode! 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Carlton Ford is an innovative changemaker, nonprofit sector leader, and fundraiser for the arts. A native of southside Chicago, he found his calling for music early and pursued a successful career as an operatic baritone, performing at the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, Royal Albert Hall, and beyond before taking his talent and vision to nonprofit leadership. Today he serves as Chief Effective Philanthropy Officer at The Taproot Foundation, which drives social change by connecting social good organizations with skilled volunteers. In this conversation, we hear about the trajectory of his career as an artist and leader, the gift, and the inheritance. We begin with his earliest memories of finding his way to music. 

Aaron is an award winning social entrepreneur. The author of the Purpose Economy, he is one of the foremost experts on the science of purpose and fulfillment. He founded the Taproot Foundation, the venture-backed Imperative and has recently launched Purpose Mindset. He began his career working in education in Chicago. He authored Fast Company's ‘Purposeful CEO' series and has written for or been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg TV, Newsweek, MIT Management Review, and Stanford Social Innovation Review. He is a TED Prize finalist and a LinkedIn Influencer. He graduated from the University of Michigan where he studied service learning. He is available for keynotes and on Purpose Mindset and the Purpose Economy.https://purpose-mindset.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronhurst/https://purposeeconomy.com/Self Determination Theory: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2011-21800-020LinkedIn Live with Laura Putnam and Special Guest Aaron Hurst https://www.youtube.com/live/tLS3tE4JKmk?feature=share Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ENERGY IN ACTION - EPISODE 072 The Navigation Project Lauren Kopsick and Ivy Braun are the founders of the Healthcare Navigation Project, formerly known as Parent It Forward. This is the first independent public healthcare literacy and life care project for all youth as they transition to adult care. They share their advice for transitional planning after pediatric care. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Can you share what The Healthcare Navigation Project does? We consist of five modules which includes basic healthcare navigation, navigating specialty healthcare, advocating for mental health, let's talk pharmacy and customer care and the future of healthcare. The program starts with basic healthcare navigation-- learning the 27 keywords you need to know and will teach you about developments and changes so patients and families are informed and they can share information with their doctors. This module also teaches patients how to pick a physician, about body language and telephone skills. A script is provided to call a physician's office so they know what questions they need to ask. In another module, we practice calling pharmacists and learning about medications and how to get them. In another module, we call 211, which is the keeper of every service for a state. What are the five guiding principles for advocating? If it doesn't make sense to you, it probably doesn't make sense and you shouldn't stop until you can make sense of it. 2. People are people-- good, bad and indifferent, and you don't have to engage with someone who makes you feel uncomfortable. 3. Research, research and more research. 4. Never give up anything once you have it. 5. The Patient Centered Medical Home. Have you presented to rare disease groups? We are working with the Taproot Foundation which acts as a recruiting firm for nonprofits. They're helping us with a program that will be in January 2023. What is the importance of sharing what we know with others to build their healthcare knowledge and move expectations forward? Patients and users of healthcare are the customers of the healthcare system, so if you're unhappy with a service, you have to push it forward. Learn the system and how to push forward and ask about other options. Keep pushing boundaries. LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED The Healthcare Navigation Project https://thehealthcarenavigationproject.org/ National Committee of Quality Assurance https://www.ncqa.org/ Got Transition https://gottransition.org/ Taproot Foundation https://taprootfoundation.org/ CONNECT WITH MITOACTION Website https://www.mitoaction.or

Aaron Hurst is a globally recognized systems entrepreneur who has used the science of purpose to change the way we work and serve. He is the Founder of Imperative, a venture-backed startup offering an enterprise-wide solution for employee connection and team building. Their industry research is incredibly good, too. Aaron sits down with Dan Pontefract to catch up on all things purpose, but also the importance of relationships and networks. Corporate culture is another thread they delve into. Widely known for his thought leadership, Aaron is the author of "The Purpose Economy" and a regular advisor and thought partner for many global brands. Aaron is also the founder and an active advisor to the Taproot Foundation where he was the catalyst and lead architect of the $15 billion pro bono service market. An entrepreneur since 16, Aaron began his career as a social innovator at the University of Michigan, where he designed and led an educational program for local correctional facilities, subsequently becoming the first student to receive the Michigan Campus Compact Award.

This week, we invited on PBNM directors John Gagliardi and Judi Bryan to discuss their reasons for going plant-based. Following his own health transformation, John's goal is to educate and inspire others to do the same. John Gagliardi brings not only years of experience in traditional and new media, but also firsthand knowledge of the benefits of plant-based nutrition. In addition to creating and managing content for well-known catalogs and e-commerce sites, he has actively supported numerous non-profit organizations through his work with the Taproot Foundation, a volunteer organization that provides pro bono marketing services to NPOs. Following decades of eating the Standard American Diet (SAD) and experiencing a number of health issues and ballooning weight as a result, it came as a rude awakening when the documentary Forks Over Knives appeared in Judi's queue on Netflix and she decided to watch. Not only did she choose to follow the dietary recommendations in the film, but one by one she saw her health issues vanish…and over the course of about a year, so did 85 lbs. A self-described “jack of all trades, master of none”, she's been able to put in place and still manages the majority of systems we use at PBNM, both public-facing and internal. Today, We Discussed: 14:13 - 17:34 Making Food For The Family 17:35 - 19:51 Carrie's Spice Mixture 19:52 - 21:17 Removing Oil From Cooking 21:18 - 26:14 Going Plant-Based With Guidance Carrie's Spice Mixture (adapted from Dr. Michael Greger's "How Not To Diet Cookbook") 2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast 1 Tbsp onion powder 1 Tbsp dried parsley 1 Tbsp dried basil 2 tsp dried thyme 2 tsp mustard powder 2 tsp paprika 2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp ground turmeric 1/2 tsp celery seeds Combine all the ingredients in a spice grinder or blender to mix well and pulverize the dried herbs and spices. Transfer the blend to a shaker bottle or jar with a tight-fitting lid. Store in a cool, dry place. Your Last 10 Years of Life?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_xSDkvoyNk Contact Info for Judi and John: judi@pbnm.org jfgagliardi@gmail.com Listen and Subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pbnm.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pbnmorg/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrHajqYAnc6b0syopySVkOg/ #nutrition #nutritiontips #nutritionfacts #nutritionstudent #educatorsmindset #educator #plantbased #plantbasedfood #plantbasedlife #plantbasedlifestyle

Welcome to an episode with one of Silicon Valley's most renowned business advisors and coaches, Tom Eddington. “There's always a challenge, and there's always an opportunity.” - Tom Eddington In this episode with Tom, we discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a multitude of issues today – not only for individuals but also for most organizations. One of the biggest problems that every organization has faced because of COVID is retaining employees. Over the last couple of years, we've seen the mass resignation, and it's been a challenge across all industries to attract and retain talent.  Organizations adapted to a virtual workforce, and people have spent the last two years working remotely; the idea of moving back to a physical location has required a lot of reconsideration. Some companies exhibited higher productivity rates with a reduced workforce during that time. They delivered more financial results but took a tremendous toll as leadership teams are extremely stressed and exhausted. The long-term effects of COVID continue, impacting individuals and organizations. COVID has delivered a message to the world – a warning sign. COVID is a knock-on effect of climate change, as opposed to being an epidemic. Climate change is by far the biggest issue we face. As we destroy the ecosystem, we lose biodiversity. This results in bacterial infections and viral infections, which become pandemics such as COVID. We are seeing the impact of climate change, and we are at the most critical decade in human history where we need to do something fundamentally different.  “Business talks about how we become climate-conscious from today, but I've never heard a business leader talk about what we are going to do about what's already out there.” - Michael Tom Eddington works with some of the most influential CEOs and non-profit leaders, advising them on everything from global mergers and organizational change to conscious leadership and work/life integration. He understands the pressures business leaders face. Having spent the last three decades as a consultant, educator, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor, he has dedicated his life to studying and teaching board, leadership, and organization effectiveness – focusing on how they grow, achieve, and sustain effectiveness while remaining stewards for their stakeholders. Tom has lived, worked, and studied on six continents, working with leaders across all industry sectors and organization stages of development. His work as a student, mentor, coach, and advisor focuses on conscious leadership. His motto: Take care of matters within yourself to make the most possible impact in the outside world. Tom has sought out opportunities to teach and work in the private, public, academic, and non-profit sectors working with industry leaders and most-admired organizations, including HP, W.L. Gore, MBNA Corporation, Royal Dutch/Shell, and Taproot Foundation. He assists organizations in fostering leadership on all levels. Enjoying our podcast? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

Hoyin Cheung is the Founder and CEO of Remo.co, an interactive virtual event platform that humanizes the online event experience and brings people together worldwide. Passionate about humanizing technology and removing the psychological harm it has on humanity, Hoyin created a technology that provides authentic conversations that drive meaningful relations in the most human way possible.  Hoyin is involved in volunteer work with several organizations, including Founder Institute, Startup Weekend, Taproot Foundation, and Real Options for City Kids (R.O.C.K.). Hoyin was also the Founder and CEO of Riotly Social Media, the Managing Director of Sales and Marketing for GoGoChart, and the Co-founder and Head of Marketing for iMagnet Mount. He graduated from UC San Diego with a BS in bioengineering. In this episode… What can your company do to combat Zoom fatigue and increase engagement with consumers and employees? Building and creating authentic digital connections can be challenging, but does it need to be? As an early-stage entrepreneur, Hoyin Cheung began chasing the overarching vision that is an entrepreneur's pitfall: building based on what people say they want — even though it's not actually what they want. But catering to what consumers think they want ultimately led Hoyin to develop a technology that was a solution to their needs. Hoyin created a platform that delivers what social media cannot: a place to connect authentically and cultivate relationships digitally. In this episode of Access To Anyone, Michael Roderick sits down with Hoyin Cheung, Founder and CEO of Remo.co, to talk about humanizing the online experience. Hoyin discusses the importance of authenticity in social media, the value of digitally creating natural interactions, and the importance of collaborating in virtual environments.

Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 250, an episode with one of Silicon Valley's most renowned business advisors and coaches, Tom Eddington. “There's always a challenge, and there's always an opportunity.” - Tom Eddington In this episode with Tom, we discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a multitude of issues today – not only for individuals but also for most organizations. One of the biggest problems that every organization has faced because of COVID is retaining employees. Over the last couple of years, we've seen the mass resignation, and it's been a challenge across all industries to attract and retain talent.  Organizations adapted to a virtual workforce, and people have spent the last two years working remotely; the idea of moving back to a physical location has required a lot of reconsideration. Some companies exhibited higher productivity rates with a reduced workforce during that time. They delivered more financial results but took a tremendous toll as leadership teams are extremely stressed and exhausted. The long-term effects of COVID continue, impacting individuals and organizations. COVID has delivered a message to the world – a warning sign. COVID is a knock-on effect of climate change, as opposed to being an epidemic. Climate change is by far the biggest issue we face. As we destroy the ecosystem, we lose biodiversity. This results in bacterial infections and viral infections, which become pandemics such as COVID. We are seeing the impact of climate change, and we are at the most critical decade in human history where we need to do something fundamentally different.  “Business talks about how we become climate-conscious from today, but I've never heard a business leader talk about what we are going to do about what's already out there.” - Michael Tom Eddington works with some of the most influential CEOs and non-profit leaders, advising them on everything from global mergers and organizational change to conscious leadership and work/life integration. He understands the pressures business leaders face. Having spent the last three decades as a consultant, educator, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor, he has dedicated his life to studying and teaching board, leadership, and organization effectiveness – focusing on how they grow, achieve, and sustain effectiveness while remaining stewards for their stakeholders. Tom has lived, worked, and studied on six continents, working with leaders across all industry sectors and organization stages of development. His work as a student, mentor, coach, and advisor focuses on conscious leadership. His motto: Take care of matters within yourself to make the most possible impact in the outside world. Tom has sought out opportunities to teach and work in the private, public, academic, and non-profit sectors working with industry leaders and most-admired organizations, including HP, W.L. Gore, MBNA Corporation, Royal Dutch/Shell, and Taproot Foundation. He assists organizations in fostering leadership on all levels. Enjoying our podcast? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

Our guest is Aaron Hurst - globally recognized thought leader, author of The Purpose Economy, and the CEO and co-founder of Imperative. Aaron is the foremost expert on the science of purpose and fulfillment at work. At Imperative with his team, Aaron helps many global brands build strong cultures through their peer coaching platform that uses the power of peers to support each other over time to become increasingly effective and fulfilled. The science-backed platform combines the effectiveness of coaching with the impact of building trusted peer networks that are proven to build resilient and high-performing cultures. Previously, as the founder of the Taproot Foundation, Aaron also catalyzed the $15 billion pro bono service market. He has written for or been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, World Economic Forum, Fast Company, MIT Sloan Management Review and was named a LinkedIn Influencer. In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Aaron discuss: Imperative's tech and the use of AI and data & analytics to help people build positive, consistent, and vulnerable relationships across different teams Myths about Purpose Process to find your Purpose and how you're contributing to the world  How to run exercises in the workplace to align your purpose at work? Why it's CEO's job to make sure friendships are built in their business and how to drive relationships? For more information about Aaron and his work or Imperative, please follow him on LinkedIn or go to Imperative www.imperative.com. To learn more or purchase the Scaling Culture Masterclass online course, please go to ScalingCulture.Org. If you're enjoying the Scaling Culture podcast, please share with others. We'll be back soon with another incredible guest! 

How can you design high empathy interactions to create better relationships at work….at scale? Today, I'm talking with Aaron Hurst, the foremost expert on the science of purpose and fulfillment at work, about successful cultures and how technology enables empathy and collaboration so each person can find fulfillment. We discuss the important early role of empathy in Aaron's life, through his grandfather's work founding the Peace Corps. Aaron dispels the 3 common myths about purpose (you may be surprised by a few of these), and we talk about what employee empowerment really means. This conversation is vital if you are a leader looking to create a winning culture, retain your best talent, and scale empathy and collaboration within your company. Key Takeaways:Take ownership of purpose. It is not about the cause, it is about you. Our mindset and how we process the world is actually what creates the fulfillment and not necessarily the job itself, or what we're doing. If your purpose is defined in a way in which it creates a fixed mindset about what jobs you can do, it's not the right mission or purpose.It's very rare that someone's issues at work have anything to do with anything other than relationships. "What creates meaning for people, is actually not the work itself. It's the process of reflecting on the work and making it meaningful." —  Aaron Hurst About Aaron Hurst: CEO and co-founder, ImperativeAaron Hurst, the CEO and co-founder of Imperative, is the foremost expert on the science of purpose and fulfillment at work. Imperative is a peer coaching platform that uses the power of peers to support each other over time to become increasingly effective and fulfilled. The science-backed platform combines the effectiveness of coaching with the impact of building trusted peer networks that are proven to build resilient and high performing cultures. In 2014, he brought global awareness to the rise of the fourth economic era in history, the Purpose Economy. Previously, as the founder of the Taproot Foundation, Aaron catalyzed the $15 billion pro bono service market. He has written for or been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, World Economic Forum, Fast Company, MIT Sloan Management Review and was named a LinkedIn Influencer.Connect with Aaron Hurst and Imperative:  Website: https://www.imperative.com/Aaron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronhurst/Imperative's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/imperative/Imperative's 2022 Workforce Purpose Index: https://www.imperative.com/2022-workforce-purpose-index  Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy  Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria's brand strategy work and books: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake my LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

How can you design high empathy interactions to create better relationships at work….at scale? Today, I'm talking with Aaron Hurst, the foremost expert on the science of purpose and fulfillment at work, about successful cultures and how technology enables empathy and collaboration so each person can find fulfillment. We discuss the important early role of empathy in Aaron's life, through his grandfather's work founding the Peace Corps. Aaron dispels the 3 common myths about purpose (you may be surprised by a few of these), and we talk about what employee empowerment really means. This conversation is vital if you are a leader looking to create a winning culture, retain your best talent, and scale empathy and collaboration within your company. Key Takeaways:Take ownership of purpose. It is not about the cause, it is about you. Our mindset and how we process the world is actually what creates the fulfillment and not necessarily the job itself, or what we're doing. If your purpose is defined in a way in which it creates a fixed mindset about what jobs you can do, it's not the right mission or purpose.It's very rare that someone's issues at work have anything to do with anything other than relationships. "What creates meaning for people, is actually not the work itself. It's the process of reflecting on the work and making it meaningful." —  Aaron Hurst About Aaron Hurst: CEO and co-founder, ImperativeAaron Hurst, the CEO and co-founder of Imperative, is the foremost expert on the science of purpose and fulfillment at work. Imperative is a peer coaching platform that uses the power of peers to support each other over time to become increasingly effective and fulfilled. The science-backed platform combines the effectiveness of coaching with the impact of building trusted peer networks that are proven to build resilient and high performing cultures. In 2014, he brought global awareness to the rise of the fourth economic era in history, the Purpose Economy. Previously, as the founder of the Taproot Foundation, Aaron catalyzed the $15 billion pro bono service market. He has written for or been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, World Economic Forum, Fast Company, MIT Sloan Management Review and was named a LinkedIn Influencer.Connect with Aaron Hurst and Imperative:  Website: https://www.imperative.com/Aaron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronhurst/Imperative's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/imperative/Imperative's 2022 Workforce Purpose Index: https://www.imperative.com/2022-workforce-purpose-index  Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy  Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria's brand strategy work and books: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake my LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Aaron Hurst, Co-founder, CEO of Imperative, the peer coaching platform, Founder of the Taproot Foundation, and the author of The Purpose Economy. Aaron Hurst shares why in the purpose economy value lies in connecting to employees to purpose through serving needs greater than their own, enabling personal growth, getting a greater sense of meaning, building community, and having a more significant impact. Aaron also talks about the different purpose drivers and how leaders can better connect their organizations and teams with greater purpose.  Some highlights:- Aaron Hurst shares the biggest myths about purpose mindset- How purpose can be a competitive advantage- Impact of purpose on the individual, organization, and society- How to more effectively connect people with their purpose- Aaron Hurst on the different purpose drives for leaders- The role peer coaching plays in relating to individual purposeAlso mentioned in this episode:Brené Brown, Author of the books “Atlas of the Heart”, “You Are Your Best Thing”, “The Gifts of Imperfection”, and many moreConnect with Aaron Hurst:Aaron Hurst WebsiteAaron Hurst TwitterAaron Hurst LinkedInImperative Official WebsiteTaproot Foundation Official WebsiteConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.com

Aaron Hurst is the CEO and co-founder of Imperative, a peer-coaching platform that unlocks the power of peers to support and help each other become increasingly more effective and fulfilled. Aaron is an expert on the science of purpose at work and the author of The Purpose Economy. As the founder of the Taproot Foundation, Aaron catalyzed the $15 billion pro bono service market. He has written for or been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg TV, Fast Company and was named a LinkedIn Influencer In this episode, Aaron and Aviv engage in a dialogue on the inquiry of purpose. Aaron breaks down the different distinctions between purpose, meaning and fulfillment and shares best practices for cultivating a purpose mindset. Aviv and Aaron examine the idea that learning and thriving at work is contingent on engaging in meaningful dialogue and fostering robust relationships. Finally, Aaron speculates on the future of work and how it will change in the coming decades to give workers more autonomy and more connection opportunities. 00:51 – Aviv introduces today's guest, Aaron Hurst who shares what he enjoys the most about his work and why and the inspiration to launch the Taproot Foundation 08:50 – The insight that catalyzed Imperative 12:09 – Core principles of Purpose Inquiry and Discovery 15:08 – Purpose, meaning and fulfillment and the significance of happiness and joy 20:26 – Cultivating a purpose mindset and the religious and spiritual aspects of purpose 23:04 – The peer coaching process explained 29:12 – Imperative's business model 31:53 – Promoting and encouraging authenticity 33:01 – Aaron speaks to how he's been changed through the experience of launching Imperative 34:49 – Aaron's entrepreneurial origin journey 39:51 – Aaron's creative process  44:11 – Aaron speculates on how the world of work will change in the coming decade 46:35 – How to address gaps in purpose and connection 56:08 – Advice Aaron would give to his twenty-five-year-old self 56:58 – The two insights Aaron values above all else 57:58 – Final words of wisdom from Aaron FULL SHOW NOTES: https://www.avivconsulting.com/cnf112

In this episode, Aaron Hurst discusses how his business Imperative is transforming peer mentoring and corporate relationships. His company uses psychology and neuroscience to help people build more meaningful relationships at work. Tune in to learn how to assess the value you produce, how to foster an environment of meaningful engagement at work, and how to leverage psychology to gain more market share. About our Guest: Aaron Hurst is the CEO of Imperative, a psychologically designed peer coaching company. Previously, he founded Taproot foundation which connected not-for-profit organizations with business executives who are willing to offer pro bono work. Aaron Hurst is the author of The Purpose Economy. Fun fact: If he could go back and rename the book, he would rename it The Psychology Economy. On today's episode:  The 2 existential threats to the world that Aaron Hurst is solving.- 04:00 A new way to get career coaching (4 questions). - 06:09  Has remote work strengthened relationships at work?- 08:18 Why reverse the corporate culture around relationship building at work (two inflection points). - 09:13 Why mentoring usually fails (and how Aaron's company fixes that). -10:27 Aaron's journey as an entrepreneur in many different spaces. - 11:23 What kinds of companies need venture capital and why he chose the VC route. - 13:00 How does your role as a founder change when you become VC backed? (the 3 main things you have to focus on). - 14:39 What is the biggest driver of value in our economy? - 16:14 The dark side of using psychology to grow your company and what needs to change. - 18:08 Creating the foundation for grassroots change vs. getting involved in the political world. - 21:45 “Repair the world” how that principle guides him and keeps him humble.- 24:53 Why you shouldn't get too attached to the concept of legacy. - 28:54 What is your value above replacement? (a good way to make decisions AND assess if you are adding enough value) - 31:03 Lesson 1: Looking at your efforts with more detail (more on value above replacement)- 35:35 Lesson 2: Removing fear from our environments - 36:35 Lesson 3: What are you doing that pushes you on your journey and what do you do to elevate your standards? - 37:47 Key Takeaways:  Sustainability and lack of social cohesion are the two largest existential threats to our human race.  According to a Microsoft study, people's connections with their immediate team have strengthened during covid. However, it was found that their broader networks have been decimated.  According to an MIT article, traditional mentoring has been proven not to be terribly effective while mentoring that is based on relationship building reaps better results. Mentoring usually doesn't tend to work well because the workplace is asymmetrical.  When you are looking to make a big change, not just build a x million dollar company, but rather be an integral part of lots of people's lives you need venture capital to get there. The only way you scale as a venture backed business is by building systems and by building a team. As a CEO, you must be the person who plays a major role in defining the vision, creating the company culture and allocating the resources strategically.  Psychology is the biggest economic driver of value. Most successful companies leverage psychology and neuroscience to grow. A good example is Facebook.  The use of psychology to grow businesses has a dark side where businesses can negatively impact and manipulate their customers. Effectively, it almost makes businesses into drug dealers. Regulation is needed to keep the psychological influence of companies under control. In buddhist belief, you are taught to let go of attachment. The concept of legacy can be an attachment. Getting too fixated on legacy may prevent you from focusing on your happiness.  Removing fear from our environments helps us build more meaningful and stronger relationships.  The biggest driver of economic value in 2021 is leveraging psychology to capture the market: “There is a tremendous opportunity, which we've seen across every sector,  to innovate and capture more market by meeting the human need for meaning, the human need for these positive psychological attributes in the market but also exploiting the negative ones...which is the dark side of this whole industry” -  Aaron Hurst (17:57)How does your business leverage psychology to capture the market? Tell us in the comments and don't forget to say hello if you would like to share your entrepreneurship story on our podcast. Connect with Aaron Hurst: Aaron Hurst's LinkedIn: @aaronhurst Aaron Hurst's Website: https://www.aaronhurst.us/  Imperative website: https://www.imperative.com/  Taproot Foundation website: https://taprootfoundation.org/  The Purpose Economy Email: emma@imperative.com  Connect with A.J.Lawrence: Website: ajlawrence.com Email: aj@b8fpodcast.com  Instagram: @ajlawrence LinkedIn: A.J. Lawrence Twitter: @ajlawrence Medium: @a.j.lawrence Follow Beyond 8 Figures: Website: Beyond8Figures.com Twitter: @beyond8figures  Facebook: Beyond 8 Figures Instagram:@b8fpodcast Email: team@b8fpodcast.com

The Purpose EconomyAt the intersection of purpose and business, we can do well and do good.IMPACT QUOTE:“Find one person that you'd like to get to know better, and practice curiosity with them.” - Aaron HurstGUEST BIO:Aaron Hurst is a pioneer of purpose, co-founder and CEO of Imperative, a purpose-driven assessment and peer coaching platform, and author of the groundbreaking book, The Purpose Economy. He's also the founder of the Taproot Foundation and a catalyst of the $15 billion pro bono service market. He received the highest honor available to University of Michigan alumnus and is a producer of the annual Workforce Purpose IndexLearn more about Aaron:ImperativeThe Purpose EconomyAaron's LinkedInAaron's TwitterOPENING MONOLOGUE:Imagine this. You find yourself working in an environment where you're inspired to go in each day. You show up to serve, contribute, and make an impact. You pour your strengths, gifts, talents, passions, and efforts into every action you take, and the performance takes care of itself because you're so invested in what you do and why you do it. At the end of a hard-fought day, you feel fulfilled, not exhausted. You're excited to do it again the next day. That is the working world that we'll imagine today.CORE TOPICS + DETAILS:[6:28]The Birth of the Peace CorpsA transformative idea built on purposeWhen Aaron Hurst's grandfather came out of World War II, he thought a great deal about how to avoid World War III. His epiphany was that if people truly spend time in purpose, working together to understand each other's culture, then we had a chance to truly build understanding. This idea was the beginning of what became the Peace Corps.[14:22]Purpose in Ancient TimesBefore jobs and titles, there was purposeBefore jobs, managers, and infrastructure, we were all just people working together to survive. But our lives would have been filled with purpose— caring for our tribe, caring for the people around us, and finding ways to stay alive and stay healthy. So how do we bring that connectedness with purpose back to a world where so many things seem to stand in the way?[24:22]Seeing People as PeopleThe perspective that makes companies do well and do goodThe workforce must be designed for human beings, and if you don't treat your people and customers as human beings, you're missing an opportunity. Not only are you missing out on creating joy and purpose in people's lives, but you're also missing out on the chance to maximize shareholder value.[36:59]The Scientific MethodWant to understand your purpose? Go back to chemistry class.In science class, we learn about forming a hypothesis, measuring that hypothesis, and measuring your results. We should do the same thing in our careers. Run an experiment where you show up differently, try something new, build a different relationship, or make time to reflect. Build your career as a science experiment and watch what you can learn and discover.[47:12]Positivity at ScaleTracking and sharing the little ways we lift each other upAaron discusses the upcoming rollout of a new system that tracks positive comments and moments of connection that occur in work communication platforms around the world. It's all about exponential multiplication of positivity and purpose.[49:07]The Importance of CuriosityAsk questions, then ask moreIf you're not curious about someone, you'll never truly see them. We must be able to express curiosity about the people around us in a respectful and sensitive way and create space for people to be curious about ourselves while being more vulnerable and open.RESOURCES:[00:28] - Purpose Labs[01:18] - The Purpose Economy[4:50] - Imperative[4:56] -  The Taproot Foundation[35:16] -  Job Crafting Resources: HBR  & U of M Ross School of Business[58:27] - The Power of Playing Offense[58:28] - Interview Your Who Downloadable ExerciseMAKE A PLAY:Getting to know the people who inspire us most can really help us find our own sense of purpose. But how do you truly get to know somebody? What motivates them? What inspires them? What excites them? What are they curious about? In Paul's book, The Power of Playing Offense, he shares an exercise called Interview Your Who. Download it here.Ideally, your who is somebody that inspires you, that you would follow to any end. Once you've chosen yours, use the link above to complete the exercise. Then, be sure to DM Paul on social media or email him at Paul@paulepsteinspeaks.com to share what you discovered.Want to keep making the right plays? Subscribe to Playmakers now.Check out more episodes and content on the Playmaker's website.FOLLOW AARON:ImperativeThe Purpose EconomyAaron's LinkedInAaron's TwitterFOLLOW PAUL:Playmakers PodcastThe Power of Playing OffenseLinkedInFacebookTwitterInstagramYoutubeSHOW SPONSOR:Audible: Interested in leveling up and lifelong learning? Then what's better than a free audio book and 30-day free trial when you visit audible.playmakerspod.com? With over 200,000 titles to choose from, there's no limit to what you can explore and learn on Audible. TRY AUDIBLE TODAYABOUT PLAYMAKERS: IMPACT UNLEASHEDPlaymakers: Impact Unleashed is an all-access pass to the game-changers of today and the history makers of tomorrow. The show looks past the trophy cabinet and features a no-BS, inside look into the world of comeback, transformation, and impact unearthing practical tools and mindsets that we can all leverage to make a play in our own lives and careers.Take a seat at the table with leadership expert, sports industry veteran, personal transformation coach, purpose igniter, and your host Paul Epstein in this inspiring, yet immediately actionable podcast. From stories of total defeat to the thrills of unimaginable achievement to the practices of mastering the inside game, each show will share a high-energy, prescriptive blueprint to unleash impact and drive success, significance, and purpose no matter your starting point.Meet Paul at the 50 and make a play together!Learn more at: PlaymakersPod.comABOUT MOTOWN PODCAST STUDIOS:In Detroit, history was made when Barry Gordy opened Motown Records back in 1960. More than just discovering great talent, Gordy built a systematic approach to launching superstars. His rigorous processes, technology, and development methods were the secret sauce behind legendary acts such as The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross and Michael Jackson.As a nod to the past, Motown Podcast Studios leverages modern versions of Motown's processes to launch today's most compelling podcasts. What Motown was to musical artists, Motown Podcast Studios is to podcast artists today. With over 75 combined years of experience in content development, audio production, music scoring, storytelling, and digital marketing, Motown PodcastStudios provides full-service development, training, and production capabilities to take podcasts from messy ideas to finely tuned hits. Here's to making (podcast) history together.Learn more at: MotownPodcastStudios.comABOUT THE HOST:Paul Epstein may not be a hard charging running back on the actual football field, but his list of high-profile wins in the world of sports will have you thinking that he could be.Paul has spent nearly 15 years as a pro sports executive for multiple NFL and NBA teams, a global sports agency, and the NFL league office. He's transformed numerous NBA teams from the absolute bottom in league revenue to top-two in financial performance. He's broken every premium revenue metric in Super Bowl history as the NFL's sales leader. He's opened a billion-dollar stadium, helped save the New Orleans NBA franchise, and founded the San Francisco 49ers Talent Academy.He's since installed his leadership and high-performance playbook with Fortune 500 leaders, Founders and CEOs, MBAs, and professional athletes.Now, as Founder of Purpose Labs, keynote speaker and host of the Playmakers: Impact Unleashed podcast, Paul explores how living and working with a focus on leadership, culture, and purpose can transform organizations and individuals anywhere to unleash their full potential.Learn more about Paul atPaulEpsteinSpeaks.comOrder Paul's new book The Power of Playing OffenseCREDITS:Paul Epstein: Host | paul@paulepsteinspeaks.comConnor Trombley: Executive Producer | connor@motownpodcaststudios.com

Stanley X, a division of Stanley Black & Decker has positioned itself as a thought leader in learning innovations and is taking on some of the biggest challenges facing blue-collar industries today. In this episode, Rebecca Peredo, director of innovation for Stanley X, provides an overview of ways companies can stop the loss of valuable know-how typically associated with attrition and workforce turnover through the application of technology the division is bringing to market.View this episode on the AEU LEAD website.About Rebecca PeredoRebecca is the Director for Commercialization at Stanley X, the innovations hub of Stanley Black and Decker. Stanley X builds new ventures that drive positive change by addressing the right problems with open minds to enhance productivity and improve lives.Rebecca leads commercialization efforts of emerging technology in the Talent Solutions division of Stanley X and is responsible for customer success. Her background includes strategy development, change management, and continuous improvement in Facility Operations, Energy & Sustainability and Construction.Rebecca holds an MBA from Oxford University's Saïd Business School and a BS in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University. She is passionate about diversity in technical fields and volunteers through the Taproot Foundation, Chicago Cares, and the National Girls Collaborative. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys traveling, competing in triathlons, and other outdoor sports.More about Stanley XStanley X WebsiteStanley X | DeepHow WebsiteStanley X | DeepHow on LinkedIn======================Supervisor Skills: Secrets of Success is a production of AEU LEAD. With 60 years of combined industry experience, our supervisor training program gives mid-level managers the skills needed to influence employees, customers, and peers. This increases employee engagement, reduces turnover and rework, and ultimately results in higher profits for their company. Find AEU LEAD: aeulead.com | Linkedin | Facebook

Season 6, Episode 11 - On Reimagining Purposeful Policing In The US, Barbara ChenBarbara Chen is an independent consultant and writer who has held major communications roles at the NYPD, Bloomberg Philanthropies and Columbia University. She currently co-directs “To Protect, Serve and Understand,” an empathy-through-improvisation training that convenes communities and police in a multi-week workshop and public performance created by the Brooklyn-based Irondale Ensemble Project. Formerly an ABC News producer and New York chapter vice president of the national Asian American Journalists Association, Barbara graduated cum laude from California State University Fullerton, where she was commencement speaker for the College of Communications in 1999, and inducted into its Alumni Wall of Fame in 2017. She is an alumna of Columbia Business School's Police Management Institute, and of the Minority Writers Seminar hosted by the Freedom Forum Institute at Vanderbilt University. Barbara provided pro bono marketing communications and brand strategy to nonprofits in New York City for 10 years through the Taproot Foundation.Connect + learn more about Barbara: LinkedIn.Today's episode is SPONSORED by Mateo Records. Be sure to purchase Joshua Mateo's new single, "Let's Dance Together" on iTunes HERE and album "In Session" wherever you buy music.Individual Sponsors:Adriane Birt, MDJames J. RollinsWant to support the show through a monetary donation? Feel free to donate via PayPal.ALSO, we are stoked to welcome sponsorship at the Corporate, Community Partner or Individual levels. Please use the email below to connect us to any potential opportunities. Thank you. More Please, in advance.Thank you for listening! Share your thoughts and follow Klay on your favorite social media: @PlanAwithKlay and use the hashtag #PlanA101. Want more Plan A? Subscribe to Klay's website: KlaySWilliams.com. Support the show (https://paypal.me/PlanAEnterprises?locale.x=en_US)

Season 6, Episode 9 - On Reimagining Purposeful Policing In The US, Barbara ChenBarbara Chen is an independent consultant and writer who has held major communications roles at the NYPD, Bloomberg Philanthropies and Columbia University. She currently co-directs “To Protect, Serve and Understand,” an empathy-through-improvisation training that convenes communities and police in a multi-week workshop and public performance created by the Brooklyn-based Irondale Ensemble Project. Formerly an ABC News producer and New York chapter vice president of the national Asian American Journalists Association, Barbara graduated cum laude from California State University Fullerton, where she was commencement speaker for the College of Communications in 1999, and inducted into its Alumni Wall of Fame in 2017. She is an alumna of Columbia Business School's Police Management Institute, and of the Minority Writers Seminar hosted by the Freedom Forum Institute at Vanderbilt University. Barbara provided pro bono marketing communications and brand strategy to nonprofits in New York City for 10 years through the Taproot Foundation.Connect + learn more about Barbara: LinkedIn.Today's episode is SPONSORED by Mateo Records. Be sure to purchase Joshua Mateo's new single, "Let's Dance Together" on iTunes HERE and album "In Session" wherever you buy music.Individual Sponsors:Adriane Birt, MDJames J. RollinsWant to support the show through a monetary donation? Feel free to donate via PayPal.ALSO, we are stoked to welcome sponsorship at the Corporate, Community Partner or Individual levels. Please use the email below to connect us to any potential opportunities. Thank you. More Please, in advance.Thank you for listening! Share your thoughts and follow Klay on your favorite social media: @PlanAwithKlay and use the hashtag #PlanA101. Want more Plan A? Subscribe to Klay's website: KlaySWilliams.com. Support the show (https://paypal.me/PlanAEnterprises?locale.x=en_US)

№16 Aaron Hurst, Imperative, The Purpose EconomyMy guest for today's episode is Aaron Hurst. A veteran in the social entrepreneurship space, Aaron is an author and researcher in what he calls the “science of purpose and fulfillment at work.” Aaron is widely known as the Founder and CEO of the Taproot Foundation and the author of the book The Purpose Economy.  Today, Aaron has taken the learning from Taproot and The Purpose Economy and folded it into Imperative, a social learning platform focused on peer coachingIn this very purposeful conversation, Aaron and I talk about:Aaron's journey, kicked off by a series of personal reflections about meaning and purpose after 9/11The origin of Taproot Foundation, and why some of the things the world most urgently needs is talent, and relationships based on knowledge and skill acquisitionWhy technology has made it no longer a privilege to search for your life purpose and create a meaningful career out of it, even if most people find it hard to believeThe conflict we face as professionals between advancing our careers for better financial rewards; and the impact of our work in our communities and the worldWhy virtually every organizational leader can advance conversations about purpose and social value generation, regardless of industry or sector.~

Purpose has become more and more a key concept for modern organizations: type ‘Purpose in American business’ into Google, and you’ll get 1,740,000,000 responses, for example. But how real is it? Is it the same as CSR, or giving corporate money to a good cause? And, crucially, what’s its connection—if any—to L&D? On this special new Season on the podcast, we’re attempting to answer these and other questions about Purpose under the rubric, ‘Is Purpose Working?’ As you may know by now, we’re doing this with the help of RedThread Research and with the welcome support of an ed tech firm equally interested in finding out an answer, too—NovoEd, a developer of a collaborative online learning platform that builds high-value capabilities that result in real impact. In this second conversation in our researches, I am delighted to be joined by RedThread principal analyst Stacia Garr. Stacia proves invaluable in us both teasing out insight from someone who just might be the foremost expert on the science of purpose and fulfillment at work: consultant, VC, social entrepreneur and Seattle-based Purpose influencer Aaron Hurst. In 2014, his book ‘The Purpose Economy’ brought widespread attention to the concept of Purpose and its importance for our lives today (for me especially). Now CEO and co-founder of Imperative, a platform that connects and supports employees as peer career coaches, Aaron describes how his new venture enables video-based peer coaching conversations across organizations that drive mindset and behavior changes that increase leadership abilities, productivity, and fulfillment. It’s work that caps his famous stint as the founder of pro bono volunteer channel The Taproot Foundation, which connects talented people with non-profits—and, we hear, connects him and one of the other people on the podcast! Finally, a reminder that all this ‘Is Purpose Working?’ work is set to peak in a live, online gated experience where Dani, Stacia and I will debate all the Learnings from Season 7 that have come through, with inputs including today’s great discussion with Aaron. Be assured you will also be able to debate with us and get your question asked—but to get your questions in nice and early, lock-in your free place at the webinar over at the special NovoEd microsite supporting the project, www.novoed.com/purpose. Now let’s go, and be sure to stick around for a quick three-way debate on what Aaron told us at the end. So now, let’s hear from someone you might style the Father of Purpose, debating such key milestones of his career and thinking as: how he ended up in Seattle after ‘something of a nomadic career;' why the non-profit world he started working in frustrated him—and what he did about it; why Taproot was just a vitamin, not real nutrition; why he wrote 'The Purpose Economy' and how he’s convinced we’re in a whole new economic era fuelled by ‘meaning;' what last year’s Business Roundtable commitment to Purpose did for a lot of CEOs; and much more.

In this episode, Tom interviews Aaron Hurst, creator of Taproot Foundation and founder of Imperative to unpack the essence of psychological safety, purpose and fulfillment in the workplace and beyond. https://www.imperative.com/post/aaron-hurst-on-the-purpose-economy

Voices of Courage with Ken D. Foster and guest Tom Eddington, https://eddingtonadvisory.com/ Topic: The Courage to Change Everything Today we discuss the courage to change everything and create a life filled with happiness. I decided to change things up this week and bring you a special show that’s unlike any of our other episodes. My friend, Tom Eddington, will be hosting Voices of Courage today and interviewing me on my brand new book, The Courage to Change Everything: Daily Strategies and Essential Wisdom to Awaken Your Inner Genius. Tom Eddington is a Conscious Leadership Expert and one of Silicon Valley’s top business advisors and coaches, and has worked three decades in business as a consultant, educator, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor. He joins me today to discuss how we can all expand our consciousness, increase our potential, and harness the unlimited power of our courage to generate success uncommon to most. We Discuss: Daily strategies and essential wisdom to awaken our inner genius and change our lives How our beliefs, choices, misinformation, and baggage can cloud who we really are Why we need astute wisdom and the practice of introspection in our lives every day The importance of taking the time to acknowledge what is and isn’t working in our lives “One of the reasons I wrote The Courage to Change Everything is because I know that we need wisdom every day. If we drip in our minds every day astute wisdom, and we start to introspect and ask ourselves that what works, what doesn’t, and what we can do better tomorrow, life gets better and better.” – Ken D. Foster About Tom Tom Eddington has worked three decades in business as a consultant, educator, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor. He is a student and teacher of board, leadership, and organization effectiveness – focusing on how they grow, achieve, and sustain effectiveness while remaining stewards for their stakeholders. Tom has lived, worked, and studied on six continents, working with leaders across all industry sectors and organization stages of development. As a student, mentor, coach, and advisor, he has focused on the area of consciousness and conscious leadership over the past two decades. A pragmatic optimist who’s driven by intellectual curiosity, Tom has sought out opportunities to teach and work in the private, public, academic, and non-profit sectors. He has worked with industry leaders and most-admired organizations including HP, W.L. Gore, MBNA Corporation, Royal Dutch/Shell and Taproot Foundation. He holds B.A. degrees in Business and Psychology and an M.S. degree in Organizational Dynamics from the University of Pennsylvania. He has worked with board members and senior executives at hundreds of organizations. In addition, he has been an adjunct professor in the City University (London) M.B.A. program. Tom has founded and co-founded four organizations including FutureShapers, My Broker Donates, and Eddington Advisory Services.

Mike Wood is pleased to welcome Aaron Hurst to this week’s show. Aaron is the founder of Imperative, a SAAS platform that helps people understand their purpose. He and Mike chat about how investing in relationships makes work more meaningful. From Volunteering to Pro Bono Work Aaron launched the Taproot Foundation to change volunteerism. Through his foundation, people contributed their professional skills pro bono, instead of just volunteering time. Aaron soon recognized that people were using their pro bono work to get fulfilment in their lives. The challenge, he realized, was how to make work itself more meaningful. He founded Imperative as a solution to this problem. His company created a purpose assessment to help people uncover what brings purpose to them. Imperative also launched a peer coaching platform to help employees align and grow with their organizations. Relationships Matter 150,000 persons have completed the purpose assessment, Aaron says. While just knowing your purpose increases your odds of being fulfilled, Aaron understood that there was still a need for a model to help people live out their purpose on a daily basis. He saw that people who find their work meaningful tend to have good relationships with their peers, a network they can rely on for support, learning and growth. Imperative’s platform allows employees to build those relationships with their peers. Mike agrees that it’s the people you work with who make you stay at a company.  Mental Health Issues Aaron cites statistics that show that 50% - some researchers say up to 75% - of millennial turnover is tied to mental health issues. This is due in part to the fact that many people do not have strong relationships. Mike comments that first jobs are usually a big let down from the lofty expectations of college. “You can get a little bit depressed right out of the workforce,” he says. Social media can add to the depression, especially when you see everyone “living their best life on Facebook” and your life cannot compare. Mike says that we all need to have a supportive network at work to lift us up together. Investing In Relationships Even when your job seems menial, you find it purposeful when you have a great relationship with your peers. Aaron says that if you focus on relationships, it feeds everything else. He challenges listeners to think about the people who bring meaning to their work, and to invest in building more of those relationships.  Resources Imperative.com The Purpose Economy book Taproot Foundation 

Aaron Hurst is the foremost expert on the science of purpose at work and in 2014 brought global awareness to the rise of the fourth economic era in history, the Purpose Economy. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of Imperative, the social learning platform that enables employees to help each other grow and be fulfilled at work. Previously, as the founder of the Taproot Foundation, Aaron catalyzed the $15 billion pro bono service market. He is a third generation graduate of the University of Michigan.

Meaning and purpose are serious words in today's juxtaposed world of technology, artificial intelligence, and robotics. It seems impossible to go a day without hearing something about purpose; I even saw the sign “food on purpose” as I passed a café in an airport recently. But did you know that we are actually living and working in a purpose economy today? Just what does that mean for our careers, our leadership, and companies across the globe? Tune in to this episode with purpose expert Aaron Hurst to find out why purpose is so important, what you can do to get in touch with your own, and how companies are catalyzing it for magnificent returns.

Meaning and purpose are serious words in today's juxtaposed world of technology, artificial intelligence, and robotics. It seems impossible to go a day without hearing something about purpose; I even saw the sign “food on purpose” as I passed a café in an airport recently. But did you know that we are actually living and working in a purpose economy today? Just what does that mean for our careers, our leadership, and companies across the globe? Tune in to this episode with purpose expert Aaron Hurst to find out why purpose is so important, what you can do to get in touch with your own, and how companies are catalyzing it for magnificent returns.

Meaning and purpose are serious words in today's juxtaposed world of technology, artificial intelligence, and robotics. It seems impossible to go a day without hearing something about purpose; I even saw the sign “food on purpose” as I passed a café in an airport recently. But did you know that we are actually living and working in a purpose economy today? Just what does that mean for our careers, our leadership, and companies across the globe? Tune in to this episode with purpose expert Aaron Hurst to find out why purpose is so important, what you can do to get in touch with your own, and how companies are catalyzing it for magnificent returns.

This week, on The Conscious Consultant Hour, Sam welcomes Mark Monchek, Founder and Chief Opportunity Officer of The Opportunity Lab. Mark empowers conscious leaders to build great companies that make a difference in the world. Mark has worked with leaders from such organizations as Google, Apple, Etsy, Eileen Fisher, Taproot Foundation, General Electric, Goldman Sachs, The New York Times, Wharton, NBC, Time Warner, United Nations, and United Way of Greater New York, to help them take their organizations to the next level of sustainable growth. Mark's new book Culture of Opportunity: How to Grow Your Business in an Age of Disruption is a manifesto that will show you how to thrive in the new world of business. The Culture of Opportunity provides: a description of the need for Cultures of Opportunity, case studies that demonstrate the process & results, and a toolkit to build your own Culture of Opportunity that are committed to Doing Well By Doing Good. This week on The Conscious Consultant we have special guest Mark Monchek who is also a filmmaker, author, public speaker, and a very amazing person. He was always an activist, Having parents who were very big social activists, he has developed this personality to help, and make change. After having his plans and wishes stolen from him, he ended up facing depression to the point of hospitalization. This experience for him was life changing, and now, he has come back, and continues to be very successful. His book, The Culture of Opportunity is really for anyone, and the real point is to inspire change, and put inspiration into the minds of anyone who is willing to read. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-conscious-consultant-hour8505/donations

Elizabeth Schwan-Rosenwald, of the Taproot Foundation, lays out the similarities between sales & fundraising and details what it takes to be successful at both.

Today we're interviewing Aaron Hurst, the co-founder & CEO of Imperative, and the author of The Purpose Economy. Aaron has been wired to challenge the status quo from a very early age. He sees opportunity and potential in every direction, and by his own admission is a bit of a troublemaker. During Aaron’s childhood, he moved around a lot and, as a result, he developed the important skill of pattern recognition, a trait that has served him well throughout his entrepreneurial efforts. Early in Aaron’s career, he founded the Taproot Foundation, a pro-bono community of professionals who volunteered their time and expertise to helping mission-driven nonprofits with the marketing, PR, and other important services they need to achieve maximum impact. This community blossomed into a $15 billion marketplace.  Perhaps the most interesting takeaway was the power of purpose that emerged. Aaron would constantly hear about the sense of meaning the participants would feel from helping the nonprofit community. This theme continues today; Aaron and his team at Imperative are focused on unlocking and measuring the power of purpose inside of organizations, not only for the organization, but helping the individual employees inside of organizations to connect their individual purpose to the purpose of the organization. In 2014, Aaron published his book, The Purpose Economy, which predicts the next economic wave will be known as the Purpose Era.

How do you know if your idea will work, without burning through all your time and money? To solve this problem, many nonprofits are turning to the “lean startup” approach, which emphasizes flexibility, pragmatism, and experimentation. The method, pioneered by entrepreneurs such as Steve Blank, allows organizations to learn as quickly as they can about what works, so that they can build and scale successful programs while avoiding huge up-front investments that might lead in the wrong direction. In this podcast, Blank and fellow author-entrepreneur Giff Constable lead a discussion of the lean process at our 2015 Nonprofit Management Institute. Chase Adam, founder of global healthcare crowdfunding platform Watsi, and Alethea Hannemann, who formerly served as vice president of product and national programs at the Taproot Foundation, share their personal experiences with the methodology.       https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/lean_experimentation_for_the_social_sector_build_smart_to_learn_fast

What if nonprofits had the same marketing, technology, HR and strategy resources as corporations? Taproot, a service that connects organizations with passionate, skilled volunteers through pro bono work, aims to do just that. Pro bono services enable organizations to drive social change with a connection of resources. When successful, these engagements build overall engagement, and open up channels for growth. This week, Alexandra Hallock, Senior Program Manager for the Taproot Foundation, joined Driving Participation to explore the relationship between an organization and its volunteers. Beth and Allie discuss the necessary components for a pro bono partnership, and what nonprofits can do to make the volunteer experience rewarding for all parties involved.

Alethea Hannemann is Vice President of product and national programs at the Taproot Foundation. The Taproot Foundation connects nonprofits and social change organizations with passionate, skilled volunteers who share their expertise pro bono. Learn more at http://www.taprootfoundation.org/ Music by www.audionautix.com.

Have you ever got the feeling that work is not working for you? Do you want to make a big impact for good in the world? This episode will help you navigate these questions. Our guest today on the Art of Adventure started Imperative, to help you figure out your best way to add purpose and meaning to your work. Aaron Hurst is no stranger to working with purpose. He created a $15 billion per year pro bon0 marketplace where there was none before with the Taproot Foundation, before moving on to found Imperative. He is the author of The Purpose Economy, and our conversation centers around creating businesses and finding individual work that has purpose. So if you are looking to create change for the world, this is the episode for you! "If I could add one thing to the world, I would add more empathy" - Aaron Hurst "Adventure is doing something that scares you" - Aaron Hurst "Look for problems that are worth solving" - Aaron Hurst What you will learn in this episode: -How to find other people with your same purpose -What is a "fat" vs. a "lean" startup -How to make all work feel like pro bono -When to create a new marketplace -How to use purpose as a differentiator for your business -Where purpose fits in our human evolution Mentioned in this episode: The Purpose Economy: How Your Desire for Impact, Personal Growth and Community Is Changing the World Imperative Taproot Foundation Thanks Aaron Hurst! If you enjoyed this session of The Art of Adventure Podcast, let Aaron know by clicking on the link below and sending him a quick shout out on Twitter: Click here to thank Aaron on Twitter! Support the Art of Adventure! This podcast is supported by listeners like you! Donate to the Art of Adventure Patreon Campaign This episode is also brought to you by Red Revive! We have an amazing new partner and are offering a special sale for Art of Adventure listeners - click here for 30% off! Subscribe to The Art of Adventure Podcast in iTunes or Stitcher. If you enjoyed the show, please help us by leaving a 5-star rating and review! You may also like these episodes: AOA 040 | Erica Dhawan | Get Big Things Done With Connectional Intelligence AOA 042 | Cal Newport | Be So Good They Can’t Ignore You AOA 024 | Rachel Faller | Environmentally and Socially Responsible Fashion Did you enjoy the episode? Aaron is a big thinker who knows exactly how he best creates purpose for himself and change for the world. How do you find and create purpose in your work? Leave your answer in the comments below! activate javascript

Max Skolnik, DC Director for the Taproot Foundation, discusses how Project Management provides a phenomenal set of tools to approach charity work that is part of some new thinking in the non-profit sector, and how PM is ultimately part of changing the narrative on how we approach the challenges of the big social issues. Do you have comments or thoughts about this episode? Join the discussion on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/PMIWDC Project Management Point-of-View (PM-POV), a podcast series produced by the Washington DC Chapter of the Project Management Institute, allows our membership and the public at large to listen to brief and informative conversations with beltway area practioners and executives as they discuss various perspectives on project management-- its uses, its shortcomings, its changes, and its future. Listens can send comments and suggestions for topics and guests to: pm-pov@pmiwdc.org. PDU Information You can earn 0.25 Category "A" PDUs for each PM-POV podcast you listen to! Use the following information in PMI's CCRS system to register the PDUs for this podcast: PDU Category: Cat A: Registered Education Provider/PMI Component Activity Type: "Find an Activity" Provider Number: C046 Activity Number: 07072014PC About the Speaker Max Skolnik Taproot Foundation Executive Director. Washington DC Max is a dedicated non-profit advocate with nearly two decades of leadership experience in the field. After graduating from GWU with an MA in Latin American Studies, Max founded Kid Power in 2002. In his 10 years as the Executive Director, Kid Power operated high-quality academic, nutritional, and service-learning programs for thousands of young people throughout the District. Currently, Max is the DC Director for the Taproot Foundation, a national organization leading, mobilizing and engaging professionals in pro bono service to drive social change. He resides in DC with his wife Erica and their son Julian.

Read the full Forbes article and watch the interview here: http://onforb.es/1l9629G. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by clicking here: http://bit.ly/ymotwitunes or on Stitcher by clicking here: http://bit.ly/ymotwstitcher. Author Aaron Hurst has a plan to replace LinkedIn LNKD +1.23% with a purpose-driven alternative called Imperative. Hurst is the author of The Purpose Economy, which helps to understand the global shift from an information economy to a purpose economy. He sees the sharing economy and companies from AirBnB to ZipCar as examples of a more purpose-focused ethos that millennials especially are adopting. More broadly, Hurst sees a world in which people manifest a sense of purpose with virtually everything they do, from where and how they work and socialize to how they consume products from the daily coffee to the exotic vacation. We are infusing everything with purpose. Hurst will be speaking at the Social Enterprise and Crowdfunding Conference (SECFC14) on September 26, 2014 at Snowbird, Utah, which I am organizing. About Imperative: Imperative is a movement to evolve the economy into one driven by purpose. We believe in a more human world where by better understanding our purpose, we are able to unite to better solve the world’s problems. We are building a network of bold and authentic people and connecting them to purpose at work and in their community. It involves helping people discover their purpose profile, connecting them to others in their professional community and activating city-based projects for local social impact. As society increasingly prioritizes personal growth, relationships and impact, Imperative is becoming the catalyzing force behind the transition to a Purpose Economy. We are entering a really exciting time as our team grows and our vision comes together in an actionable product. It’s a dynamic, fast-paced environment where we love what we do and have a lot of fun together. Hurst’s bio: Aaron Hurst is an award-winning entrepreneur and globally recognized leader in fields of purpose at work and social innovation. He is the author of three books including The Purpose Economy, which redefines how we think about work and the economy. He is the CEO of Imperative, the new career development platform for professionals seeking purpose at work. Previously, Aaron founded the Taproot Foundation where he was the catalyst and lead architect of the $15 billion pro bono services market. Aaron has been an advisor and consultant to leading global brands like LinkedIn, Elance, Etsy, Deloitte and Twitter TWTR +2.7%. He speaks regularly at companies like Google GOOGL -1.16%, Citi and BMW and at the campuses of leading business schools around the world. He is the recipient of the LS&A Humanitarian Award, the highest distinction bestowed on alumni of the University of Michigan. He lives with his family in Brooklyn.

Do you seek purpose from your work?  Do you strive for impact, personal growth and community?  On Friday, May 23, we hosted Aaron Hurst, CEO of Imperative and author of The Purpose Economy, for our first Speaker Series event hosted from our Dublin office, and a discussion around working with purpose.A series of shifts are happening in our economy: A record of number of millennials are trading in conventional career paths to launch tech start-ups, start small businesses that are rooted in local communities, or freelance their expertise. We are sharing everything from bikes and cars to extra rooms in our homes.Globally recognized entrepreneur and founder of Taproot Foundation, that helped create the $15 billion pro bono service market, Aaron Hurst argues in his latest book, The Purpose Economy: How Your Desire for Impact, Personal Growth and Community is Changing the World, that while these developments seem unrelated at first, taken together they reveal a powerful pattern that points to purpose as the new driver of the global economy."Aaron Hurst powerfully sums up in The Purpose Economy the fundamental changes taking place in the business world."
-Arianna Huffington, Chair, President and Editor-in-Chief, Huffington Post Media Group"Here is that rare animal, a business book grounded in compassion. The Purpose Economy taps into our deep craving for meaning in our life and work. If Aaron Hurst is right, and I think he is, we are on the threshold of a new, more value-rich era in business. This book will help find your place in it." 
-Daniel H. Pink, Author of TO SELL IS HUMAN and DRIVEMore About AaronAaron Hurst is an award-winning entrepreneur and globally recognized leader in fields of purpose at work and social innovation. He is the author of three books including The Purpose Economy, which redefines how we think about work and the economy. He is the CEO of Imperative, the new career development platform for professionals seeking purpose at work. Previously, Aaron founded the Taproot Foundation where he was the catalyst and lead architect of the $15 billion pro bono services market.Aaron has been an advisor and consultant to leading global brands like LinkedIn, Elance, Etsy, Deloitte and Twitter.  He speaks regularly at companies like Google, Citi and BMW and at the campuses of leading business schools around the world.He is the recipient of the LS&A Humanitarian Award, the highest distinction bestowed on alumni of the University of Michigan.  He lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York.

Elisa Villanueva-Beard co-CEO of Teach For America. Elisa grew up in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas.  Her journey with Teach For America started 15 years ago in Phoenix where she taught first and second grade bilingual education as a 1998 corps member. She joined Teach For America's staff in 2001 to lead the organization's work in her hometown in the position of executive director.  Aaron Hurst a widely recognized social entrepreneur and authority on social innovation. He is a close advisor to many global brands and frequent speaker and writer on the development of the purpose economy. He is the founder of the Taproot Foundation where he was the catalyst and lead architect in developing the $15 billion pro bono service market. His latest venture is a platform to advance and accelerate the purpose economy.  Scott Mebberson  creator of Focus Booster   Garland Brown, co-founder of the Business and Technology law firm, Weiss Brown. Garland is a technology lawyer    

On this episode, CAFAmerica CEO Ted Hart  is pleased to discuss corporate giving with Margaret Coady, Director of the Committee for Encourging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP).  CECP’s mission is to lead the business community in raising the level and quality of corporate philanthropy. As CECP's director, Margaret leads the organization's long-range strategic and operational planning, authors quantitative and qualitative research reports, runs the annual Corporate Philanthropy Summit and Excellence Awards in Corporate Philanthropy selection process, and manages CECP's growing team of program specialists. Margaret also directs the Committee's partnership initiatives including joint research and events such as the development of Principles of Social Investment with the United Nations Global Compact, the release of a dollar valuation for corporate pro bono service in collaboration with the Taproot Foundation, and the forward-looking research report "Shaping the Future: Solving Social Problems through Business Strategy" with McKinsey & Company.  

Listen to perspectives from three different nonprofit voices around what organizations are doing to stay afloat in the economic downturn. Is there increased competition or increased collaboration? We'll share thoughts on how the economy has impacted leadership decisions and mission integrity in the nonprofit field including layoffs, program cuts, and innovation. Guests: Nelson Layag, Projects Director, CompassPoint Nonprofit Services; Patrick Sallee, Development Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City and a Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) national board member; Joe Brown, Human resources and management consultant to nonprofits at Slope Resources and Taproot Foundation volunteer.

Listen to perspectives from three different nonprofit voices around what organizations are doing to stay afloat in the economic downturn. Is there increased competition or increased collaboration? We'll share thoughts on how the economy has impacted leadership decisions and mission integrity in the nonprofit field including layoffs, program cuts, and innovation. Guests: Nelson Layag, Projects Director, CompassPoint Nonprofit Services; Patrick Sallee, Development Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City and a Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) national board member; Joe Brown, Human resources and management consultant to nonprofits at Slope Resources and Taproot Foundation volunteer.