

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits
We Are For Good
The We Are For Good Podcast brings nonprofit professionals + everyday changemakers into conversations with the most innovative, heartwired leaders in social impact. Hosted by Jon McCoy + Becky Endicott, each episode unpacks fresh mindsets, practical skills + inspiring stories designed to help you work smarter, build healthier cultures + accelerate our collective impact.Join our value-aligned community—it’s free—at weareforgoodcommunity.com.About We Are For GoodWe Are For Good is a storytelling, learning + activating community built for nonprofit professionals + everyday changemakers. Through our podcasts + media, purpose-driven activations + global gatherings, we equip for-good leaders with the connection, skills + inspiration to grow their impact. Because we believe community is everything—and together, we can create an Impact Uprising.Learn more at weareforgood.com.
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Oct 11, 2023 • 39min
475. The Perfection Trap: The Power Of Good Enough In A World That Always Wants More - Dr. Thomas Curran
Meet Thomas. He’s the world’s leading expert on perfectionism 😮 and the author of “The Perfection Trap” which was published this year 📖 His TED talk, “Our Dangerous Obsession with Perfectionism is Getting Worse” has 3+ million views and his research has been featured in a wide range of media, including the Harvard Business Review, CNN, New Scientist and The Guardian. He’s also an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science at the London School of Economics. He’s sharing his research and leaving us with strategies and hope too. This episode is a beacon of light🕯️for anyone battling the relentless pressure of perfectionism. Don’t miss it!💡LearnInsights from a groundbreaking study of perfectionismHow to overcome “the perfection trap” How to embrace imperfectionToday’s GuestThomas Curran, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science at the London School of EconomicsFor more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/475.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Oct 10, 2023 • 45min
474. Navigating Through Burnout: Insights and Effective Strategies to Break the Burnout Cycle - Diaris Alexander
Meet Diaris. As the Founder of Inwellth, she supports mission-driven high achievers in achieving more nourishing habits so that they can sustainably lead their lives with more passion, purpose and impact. Burnout is a pervasive issue affecting individuals across various sectors, especially those in high-stress, mission-driven roles. Diaris is sharing strategies for breaking the burnout cycle advocating instead for transparency and the creation of fairer, healthier work environments.She’s helping us discern between stress, exhaustion and burnout. She’s also sharing the 12 stages of burnout, so we can understand how burnout progresses and the warning signs to look out for 🔍 But it's not just about self-care; we're also exploring the transformative power of community care in combating burnout. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion👀 💡LearnThe 12 stages of burnout How to recognize burnout in yourself and others About the role of community care in combating burnoutToday’s GuestDiaris Alexander, Founder, InwellthFor more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/474.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Oct 9, 2023 • 54min
473. Journey to Self-Care: Embracing Ease and Abundance - Jennifer Mulholland and Jeff Shuck
Meet Jennifer and Jeff. They’re the co-leaders of Plenty, where they help leaders leave behind the mindset of scarcity and develop a mindset of abundance to create fulfillment, impact and profit. This conversation is a challenge for all of us to embrace abundance. Jennifer and Jeff invite us to recognize that we are enough right now, with enough to go around. Plus, they’re sharing their insights on leadership exploring the importance of self-awareness, alignment and intentionality. If you feel stuck in a mindset of scarcity, this episode is for you💙💡LearnAn overview of Plenty + conscious leadershipThe importance of embracing abundanceHow self-care isn’t a shortcutToday’s GuestJennifer Mulholland and Jeff Shuck, Co-Founders, PlentyFor more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/473.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Oct 9, 2023 • 12min
A Guided Meditation for Social Impact Leaders with Jennifer Mulholland
Come rest here 🫶Tune in for a special Mental Health Week Episode: A Guided Meditation for Social Impact Leaders with Jennifer Mulholland, co-leader of Plenty. She's a strategist, alchemist and executive coach dedicated to raising the consciousness of people on the planet. She is a certified Reiki and Theta healer trained in shamanic and energy medicine. She has a B.S. degree from the University of Utah in Exercise and Sports Science, Psychology and Coaching. In this meditation, she guides listeners through a series of grounding exercises, helping them release unwanted energy and ground themselves. Don't miss out on this chance to recharge and elevate your impact.Learn more about Mental Health Week at weareforgood.com/mentalhealth.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Oct 6, 2023 • 49min
472. Good Marketing Unplugged: How Marketing Can Mobilize Movements for Your Cause
"That employee giving campaign created an internal movement. And that movement then started to ripple."In this episode, Jon and Becky sit down with Noah Barnett, VP of Marketing at Feathr, on his podcast Good Marketing Unplugged. They share their unique journeys from graphic design and marketing into the world of nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy. They discuss how their experiences led them to view themselves as "marketers disguised as fundraisers." They explore how breaking down silos between marketing, fundraising and other roles can amplify organizational impact, and how marketing can mobilize movements for your cause. This episode is an ode to the power of marketing in connecting people, building movements, and making believers of us all.We're honored to produce Season 3 of the Good Marketing Unplugged podcast. Tune in for stripped down, acoustic style conversations with purposeful marketing pros (that's you!) and practitioners at cause-based and membership-based nonprofits to breakdown how they think about and do marketing. Subscribe and listen today wherever you love to listen to podcasts!Learn more at feathr.co/unpluggedThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Oct 4, 2023 • 39min
471. Launching a Nonprofit + Foundational Strategies for Lasting Change - Tiffany Allen
Meet Tiffany. She’s the CEO and Founder of Boss on a Budget, where she’s built an online community of over 15,000 people who use her products and teaching to launch their nonprofit dreams. Her mission is to bring more visibility to black-owned, small, and new nonprofits by helping them own their power, and harness their personal and professional expertise to create organizations that will change their communities and eventually, the world🌎 Tiffany's passion for this sector is infectious as she urges founders to recognize their unique value, believe in their power, and leverage their lived experiences. Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to start a nonprofit that meets the needs of your community💙💡LearnHow to start a nonprofit org with $0 in the bankInsights into power + community support Keys to adopting a founder’s mindset Today’s GuestTiffany Allen, CEO + Founder of Boss on a BudgetFor more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/471.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Oct 2, 2023 • 44min
470. UnCharitable: Unthink Everything You Know About Change - Dan Pallotta
In this engaging discussion, humanitarian activist Dan Pallotta shares insights from his documentary 'Uncharitable,' focusing on the misconceptions surrounding philanthropy. He delves into how outdated metrics hinder nonprofit progress and emphasizes the need for innovative ideas in the sector. Pallotta advocates for a redefined view of charity, urging nonprofits to embrace emotional engagement and storytelling. By leveraging media, he believes organizations can reshape public perception and foster greater community involvement, ultimately bridging gaps in understanding and support.

Sep 27, 2023 • 38min
469. Case Study: How a Podcastathon Has Raised $2.2M for St. Jude Through Community Fundraising - Stephen Hackett
Meet Stephen. He’s the co-founder of Relay FM, an independent podcast network for people who are creative, curious and maybe even a little obsessive🎙️Stephen combined his love for podcasting with her personal connection to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, which led to the creation of the Relay FM Podcastathon. Since 2019, this initiative has raised more than $2.2 million for St. Jude❤️ He’s sharing his invaluable insights into partnership strategies and the art of forging genuine connections with your audience. This is a story about community, collective giving and a great source of inspiration as we are gearing up for GivingTuesday and end-of-year campaigns🎁Learn more at weareforgood.com/episode/469.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Sep 25, 2023 • 46min
468. Strategies for a Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign - Celeste Flores
Meet Celeste. As the director of GivingTuesday's U.S. and Canada Hub, she manages and collaborates with local leaders on growth strategies, partnerships and mobilization of GivingTuesday in communities across the two countries🌎 If you’re looking to amp up your Giving Tuesday campaign, she has you covered. We believe the most powerful movements build from within and that’s true for Giving Tuesday. There’s no playbook because your campaign has to be built specifically for your org. Tune in to get inspired to take your Giving Tuesday campaign to new heights 🚀💡LearnOrigin + history of GivingTuesdayWhat the movement looks like todayHow to get activated with a Giving Tuesday campaign that’s fueled by believersToday’s GuestCeleste Flores, Director, GivingTuesday's United States + Canada HubFor more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/468.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Sep 20, 2023 • 43min
467. The Founder‘s Journey: Transforming Comedy with Innovation + Community - Steve Hofstetter
Meet Steve. He’s a stand-up comedian, podcast host and founder. You’ve probably seen him on YouTube, where his videos have a whopping 215 million view🎤 He’s also the chairman and founder of Steel City Arts Foundation which provides mentorship, equipment, housing and workspace to comedians in Pittsburg. From starting with a $2,000 scholarship fund to pioneering an online comedy club that generated over $1.5 million for comedians during the early days of COVID-19, he's throwing out the old playbook about what philanthropy can look like. He was even nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for his philanthropic work within the comedy community. Get ready for this comedy-infused episode that's equal parts laughter and inspiration😆💡LearnOverview of the Steel City Arts FoundationThe power of community and collaborationHow to leverage microdonations to make a difference Today’s GuestSteve Hofstetter, President and Founder, Steel City Arts FoundationFor more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/467.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, Whiteboard, and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter


