8 MAY 2024 · Building Impactful Partnerships for Entrepreneurs: Strategies for Success   Suzanne F. Stevens from YouMeWe Infusions presents a guide for 'IMPACTpreneurs' on how to build meaningful and lasting partnerships to further their missions. The podcast covers the importance of aligning missions for mutual growth, conducting thorough due diligence in selecting partners, and ensuring both parties share a vision for impact. Suzanne offers five strategic approaches: aligning missions, asking critical questions to potential partners, being strategically generous, enhancing online presence, and cultivating symbiotic relationships. She emphasizes the importance of communication, setting clear expectations, and creating a network of partnerships that are both beneficial and impactful. The video aims to guide entrepreneurs on how to forge alliances that align with their values and vision, ultimately amplifying their ability to make a difference.   00:00 Welcome to the IMPACTpreneur Series! 01:00 Unlocking the Power of Partnerships 01:47 Five Strategies for Building Strong Partnerships 05:35 Trust-Building and Strategic Generosity 08:25 Mastering Digital Partnerships for Greater Impact 11:48 Cultivating Symbiotic Partnerships for Mutual Growth 14:33 Networking for Purpose-Driven Partnerships 17:40 Concluding Thoughts on Building Impactful Partnerships

25 APR 2024 · Attract, Engage, and Retain Employees employees on a small budget In a world where employees look beyond the paycheck, how do you attract, engage, and retain the best of the best on a small budget? It's not just about the money; it's about the mission. The secret sauce? A dash of innovation, a sprinkle of social consciousness, and a heap of strategic savvy. 00:20 The Challenge of Attracting, Engaging and Retaining Employees 01:26 The Rise of the IMPACTpreneur 02:09 Strategies to Cultivate a Culture that Resonates 03:23 Embracing the Flexibility Revolution 04:25 Building a Talent Pipeline with Purpose 05:34 Investing in Your Team's Growth 06:34 The Power of Gratitude in Retention 07:26 Leading with Purpose and Compassion as an IMPACTpreneur 07:52 Taking Actionable Steps Towards a Better Company Culture 08:33 Conclusion: Begin with Purpose, Lead with Compassion

11 APR 2024 · Strategies for Marketing Your Social Initiative As an entrepreneur, you're not just in it for the profit. You're an IMPACTpreneur, someone who has integrated social consciousness into the very foundation of your business. Imagine the potential of using social initiative marketing strategies to grow your business while making a positive impact. You already have the cause that drives your passion; let's amplify it and make it a beacon that attracts your ideal audience and rallies them to your mission. This isn't just about making sales; it's about starting a movement where every customer interaction deepens the roots of your social impact. In this post: - #essential-considerations - #elevate-social-initiative - #MYCC-now 00:00 Introduction to Social Initiative Marketing Strategies 00:20 Understanding the Role of an Impactpreneur 01:47 Essential Considerations for Impactful Marketing 03:32 Elevating Your Social Initiative Marketing Game 03:48 Brand Identity Brilliance 05:16 Consistency and Coherence in Brand Identity 06:01 Collaborative Growth and Community Building 07:16 Creating Content that Connects 08:40 Data-Driven Decision Making 09:52 Engagement Beyond the Screen 11:06 Turning Social Vision into Action 11:37 Next Steps: Making Your Contribution Count 12:47 Conclusion: Creating a Culture of Business Success and Social Impact

21 MAR 2024 · Empowering the Beneficiary: A Strategic Model for Business Growth and Sustainability This podcast discusses a new and innovative approach to business practices known as empowering the beneficiary, shifting from a traditional top-down model to partnering with stakeholders in a more comprehensive way. The video underlines the importance of including beneficiaries in the product creation process, considering their needs, innovating together, and measuring a business’s positive impact on a community apart from sales. It also emphasizes the necessity of utilizing effective training, skill development programs and promoting inclusive decision-making to achieve this. The insight is that by engaging with beneficiaries, businesses can boost their growth and sustainability, fostering a symbiotic relationship where everyone benefits. The presenter advises businesses to open a dialogue with their beneficiaries as the first step towards effective engagement. 00:00 Introduction to Beneficiary Engagement 00:57 The Missing Link in Modern Business 01:33 Understanding and Engaging the Beneficiary 02:25 Co-creation with Beneficiaries 03:23 Measuring Impact Beyond Profit 04:10 Building Bridges, Not Just Businesses 05:05 Embracing Feedback Loops for Continuous Improvement 06:26 Inclusive Decision Making Process 07:07 Fostering a Culture of Shared Learning 08:31 Training and Capacity Building 09:01 Investing in Human Potential for Sustainable Growth 09:37 Creating Tailored Training Programs 10:23 Skill Building Workshops That Empower 10:55 Leveraging Education Initiatives for Long-Term Impact 11:18 Measuring the Impact of Training and Development 11:44 Incorporating Empowerment into Your Business Strategy 12:25 Creating a Symbiotic Relationship for Business Growth 12:59 Making Your Contribution Count 13:28 Conclusion: The Foundations of a Better Tomorrow

6 MAR 2024 · Conscious Leaders' and IMPACTpreneurs' Questions Answered: How can I Increase my social impact while also growing my business? Welcome to the age of conscious entrepreneurship, where blending passion with profit isn't just possible—it's imperative. As an innovator on the front lines of change, you're not just running a business; you're leading a revolution. You're part of a growing community of trailblazers who understand that to truly grow your social impact and business, they must move in unison, creating a symphony of success that resonates with customers, empowers communities, and sustains your enterprise.This Infusion enlightens entrepreneurs about enhancing their social impact whilst growing their businesses. It stresses the importance of aligning business practices with a moral compass to facilitate concurrent growth in profit and purpose. Infusion overview: - Straddling the Line Between Profit and Purpose - Four Considers to Grow your social impact and business - Plotting the Path to Grow Your Social Impact and Business - Make Your Contribution Count NOW It advises on creating growth strategies, building partnerships, ensuring effective team growth, and maintaining transparency to build trust. Lastly, the importance of involving the community as partners in change is emphasized.00:00 Introduction to Conscious Entrepreneurship 01:01 Balancing Profit and Purpose 01:33 Strategies to Grow Social Impact in Business 06:19 The Power of Partnerships 08:17 Assembling Your Dream Team 09:49 The Authenticity Advantage 11:50 The Journey of Impactful Entrepreneurship 13:28 Taking the First Step Towards Social Impact Check out the video/podcast/blog. Caution: these strategies will transform how you lead: https://igniteexcellence.infusionsoft.com/app/bardEmailFunnel/~Link-61082~

20 JUL 2023 · As a leader, your responsibility is to pull people up. But sometimes, our natural inclination to surround ourselves with those like us can hinder progress. In the face of affinity bias, it becomes crucial for leaders to pave the way for diversity and create growth opportunities. ‌ This blog explores the importance of promoting diversity and fostering growth as a leader. We will focus on: - Creating a Pathway for All - Giving Everyone a Stake - Knowing When to Let Go By implementing these strategies, leaders can drive innovation, foster inclusivity, and build a sustainable future for their organization. Embracing diversity, creating growth opportunities, and empowering individuals will pave the way for success.

18 JUL 2023 · Unlock the Potential of Appreciation. Discover the untapped potential of appreciation as we unveil its impact on motivation, engagement, and performance in the workplace. Watch, read, or tune into the "Unlocking the Potential of Appreciation" blog/vlog/podcast as we explore the art of recognizing and appreciating colleagues and unlock a world of possibilities for success. Key focuses, - Why is appreciation critical? - Recognize different things for different people. - How appreciation creates a positive ripple effect. Unlocking the Potential of Appreciate and become an agent of change, spreading the power of recognition, and transforming workplaces into thriving, motivated, and fulfilled environments where everyone's contributions truly count.

14 JUN 2023 · In this inspiring podcast episode, we explore the captivating world of inspiring as a conscious leader and discover three key practices that hold the key to unlocking true leadership greatness: modeling, authenticity, and transparency. Strategies shared: - Model what you preach. - Embrace transparency. - Communicate authentically. By practicing these fundamental principles, leaders create a conscious and successful organization where everyone feels inspired, valued, and motivated to make a positive difference. Inspiring leadership begins with being the change you want to lead. Check out the video/podcast/blog. Caution, these strategies will transform how you lead:https://igniteexcellence.infusionsoft.com/app/bardEmailFunnel/~Link-58924~

6 JUN 2023 · Fueling Success through Employee Engagement: Discover the Conscious Leadership Practice that fuels productivity, creativity, and loyalty in the workplace. Join us as we interview Angela Dick, Founder and CEO of Transman, and Gita Goven, Founder & CEO of ARG Design, two conscious leaders who have mastered employee engagement. Angela's "Monday Morning Motivational Moments" broke down hierarchical barriers, sparking a wave of creativity. Gita's "morning tea-time" sessions fostered teamwork and cross-functional innovation. Key Takeaways: - Ongoing scheduled dialogue for open communication and growth. - Engaging employees in decision-making builds trust and support. - Acknowledge personal interests to deepen engagement. Discover more strategies and inspiring stories on how to create a thriving work environment. Watch, read or Tune in to our podcast and transform your organization with the power of employee engagement.

27 APR 2023 · Cultivate a culture of holistic learning in the workplace We all have an innate thirst for cultivating our growth and development. It’s a natural desire to want to improve our skills, talents, and geniuses. However, in a world where the workplace is constantly evolving, finding the time to satisfy this craving can be challenging. This blog will explore the importance of cultivating an environment that builds an individual’s unique abilities and provides them with the tools to grow. Including: - Performance evaluations to promote inclusivity - Cultivate learning that grows the team and your organization - Conscious Leaders and feedback So, what can you, as a conscious leader, do now to cultivate a learning culture?