Purpose and Power

Renele

Welcome to "Purpose & Power", where faith meets strategy and vision turns into impact. Hosted by an experienced leader with a diverse background in nonprofits and local, federal & international government. This podcast is your go-to resource for navigating purpose-driven work. Whether you're launching a business, leading a nonprofit or managing mission-based projects, each episode will equip you with practical tools, strategic planning insights and faith-based wisdom to build a strong foundation for success. Let’s turn passion into action and purpose into lasting impact—one episode at a time!

  1. SEASON 1 FINALE: Let's Talk About What's Next

    2025-08-09

    SEASON 1 FINALE: Let's Talk About What's Next

    Whew... what a ride y’all. Season 1 of the Purpose & Power Podcast is officially a wrap — and in this episode, I’m kicking my feet up (just a little) and reflecting on everything we covered this season. No stiff strategy talk here — just a heart-to-heart about what’s next, what you can do with what you’ve learned, and why done is better than perfect. Inside this episode:How to take all the Season 1 gems and start mapping your moves A sneak peek at Season 2 (it’s giving: systems, structure, & scale) OH — and a lil’ something I’ve been working on behind the scenes… Introducing: The Purpose Playbook I pulled together the best of everything we covered this season and turned it into a downloadable, fillable, actually-useful workbook for founders, creatives, nonprofit leaders, and visionaries like YOU. Grab your copy today and you'll get exclusive access to the Purpose Playbook Live Bootcamp! Grab the Playbook HERE! This is your blueprint for launching with clarity and building with impact. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own anymore — let’s build legacy moves on purpose. Listen on the go to entire Season 1: Purpose & Power Podcast Video: Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @ReneleBrooks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let’s stay connected! ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Purposeinc.life⁠⁠⁠ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more practical wisdom on building purpose-driven ventures that thrive. COMMENT BELOW:What was your favorite episode from this season? What would you love to see in Season 2? Subscribe & turn on your notifications so you don’t miss when Season 2 drops. We’re going deeper—into systems, workflows, and the backend strategies that make your purpose sustainable. #PurposeAndPower #PurposePlaybook #PurposeDrivenBusiness #PodcastFinale #NonprofitStrategy #FoundersOnAMission #strategicthinking #missionfocused

    14 min
  2. Objectives — Turning SMART Goals Into Actionable Steps

    2025-07-26

    Objectives — Turning SMART Goals Into Actionable Steps

    Struggling to finish what you start? Let’s break it down together. You’ve got the big vision. You even wrote down the SMART goals.But now you’re staring at the page thinking… Where do I even start? In this episode of the Purpose & Power Podcast, I’m helping you break those big goals into clear, actionable objectives — aka the small steps that actually move things forward. We’re talking:What objectives are & why they matterHow to break your goals into weekly tasksMy 5-step method to make any SMART goal actionableReal examples you can apply This week’s Power Move Challenge Whether you’re launching a nonprofit, running a purpose-led business, or just trying to get unstuck — this episode is for you. Let’s build this out together: Schedule your free Discovery Call https://purposeinc.life/appointments-2 Listen on the go: Purpose & Power Podcast Video: Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @ReneleBrooks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let’s stay connected! ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Purposeinc.life⁠⁠⁠ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more practical wisdom on building purpose-driven ventures that thrive. Follow me on IG: @simply_reneleWant accountability? Tag your Power Move this week! #SMARTGoals #PurposePlaybook #Objectives #BusinessPlanning #NonprofitStartup #Foundersonamission #PurposeAndPowerPodcast #BiteSizedGoals #Letitflow #MindMapping #actionablesteps

    16 min
  3. Make Your Goals SMART

    2025-07-19

    Make Your Goals SMART

    Motivation is nice, but you know what actually gets results? Structure. In this episode of Purpose & Power, we break down the SMART Goals framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely) and show you how to pair it with the 5 Ws & How to create business goals that actually work. You’ll learn: How to turn vague goals into focused strategies Why deadlines matter more than dreams How to break big visions into manageable steps 🗓️ Book your 1:1 Clarity Call: ⁠https://purposeinc.life/appointments-2⁠ Let’s make it make sense. Let’s go. Listen on the go: Purpose & Power Podcast Video: Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @ReneleBrooks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let’s stay connected! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Purposeinc.life⁠⁠ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more practical wisdom on building purpose-driven ventures that thrive. #PurposePlaybook #PurposeAndPowerPodcast #NonprofitStartup #PurposeDrivenBusiness #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneurship #VisionPlanning #StartupTips #TargetAudience #Demographics #EmploymentStatus #EducationLevel #SMARTGoals #Milestones

    22 min
  4. Are you Targeting the Right Audience?

    2025-07-12

    Are you Targeting the Right Audience?

    Are you still trying to market to “everybody”? That ends today. In this episode of Purpose & Power, we break down how to identify your ideal target audience—so you can stop wasting energy and start attracting the people who actually need what you offer. You’ll learn how to: Narrow down your audience into groups that matter Define key demographics that affect messaging and pricing Build clarity into your service offers 🗓️ Book your 1:1 Clarity Call: https://purposeinc.life/appointments-2 Let’s make it make sense. Let’s go. Listen on the go: Purpose & Power Podcast Video: Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @ReneleBrooks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let’s stay connected!⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Purposeinc.life⁠ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more practical wisdom on building purpose-driven ventures that thrive. #PurposePlaybook #PurposeAndPowerPodcast #NonprofitStartup #PurposeDrivenBusiness #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneurship #VisionPlanning #StartupTips #TargetAudience #Demographics #EmploymentStatus #EducationLevel #TargetAudience

    17 min
  5. The Purpose Playbook

    2025-07-05

    The Purpose Playbook

    Ready to build a business or nonprofit that’s rooted in clarity and built to last? In this episode, we’re diving into The Purpose Playbook—your all-in-one roadmap for building boldly and leading with impact. We’re talking about purpose, profit, mission, culture, and the hustle exchange—all the powerful topics we’ve covered on the podcast in one strategic recap. Whether you're just starting out or pivoting your purpose, this episode will realign your vision and fire up your next move. We cover: Intro: Why the Purpose Playbook Matters Laying the Foundation: Why Purpose Comes First Purpose vs. Profit: Do You Need to Choose?Defining Your Why & Problem Solving Like a Pro Turning Inspiration into Strategy Crafting a Mission that Maps the Way Vision & Core Values That Lead Building a Thriving Culture The Hustle Exchange (Bartering for Growth!) Your Power Plan Moving Forward Listen on the go: Purpose & Power Podcast Video: Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @ReneleBrooks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📆 Book a 1:1 Strategy Session with Renele Let’s stay connected! Instagram Purposeinc.life Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more practical wisdom on building purpose-driven ventures that thrive. #PurposePlaybook #PurposeAndPowerPodcast #NonprofitStartup #PurposeDrivenBusiness #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneurship #Bartering #VisionPlanning #StartupTips

    21 min
  6. The Hustle Exchange: Bartering, Business & Building Success Through Collaboration

    2025-06-28

    The Hustle Exchange: Bartering, Business & Building Success Through Collaboration

    Can you really grow your business without spending a dime? In this episode of Purpose & Power, host Renele Brooks and her personal trainer-turned-purpose partner share how they’ve scaled their businesses through bartering — exchanging services to build momentum, mastery, and measurable success. During the California wildfires Renele felt the need to write an article about how Bartering could help those that may have lost everything, check it out here. Back to the Basics: Bartering Article Learn how a simple skill swap became a long-term growth strategy, why clear MOU’s (Memorandums of Understanding) matter, and how trust and structure turn bartering from a hustle into a blueprint. Free MOU Template Inside this episode: How we’ve grown through bartering: real resultsCrafting barter agreements that build equityWhy collaboration beats competition — every timeHow to use your untapped skills to scale smart They also get real about their unique bartering relationship, how they exchange services to help one another grow, and what it looks like to build purpose-driven partnerships in both business and life. No money? No problem. Purpose and power are your greatest currencies. Connect with Devon: For Potential Clients:Instagram: ⁠@renovateathletics⁠Book a Free Discovery Call: ⁠Calendly – 30-Minute Call⁠This is where potential clients can fill out a brief form outlining their goals and challenges. I’ll review their responses and we’ll hop on a call to discuss how I can support them through coaching, services, and personalized programming. For Sponsorships & Collaborations:Interested sponsors or partners can connect via:📧 Email: ⁠devonmfunny@gmail.com⁠📅 Calendly: ⁠Schedule a Call⁠📲 Instagram DM: ⁠@renovateathletics⁠ Purpose & Power Podcast Video: Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @ReneleBrooks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch, comment, and subscribe for more business wisdom with impact. #PurposeAndPower #BarteringBusiness #EntrepreneurTips #BusinessCoaching #FitnessAndFocus #MOU #BusinessGrowth #CollaborationOverCompetition

    27 min

About

Welcome to "Purpose & Power", where faith meets strategy and vision turns into impact. Hosted by an experienced leader with a diverse background in nonprofits and local, federal & international government. This podcast is your go-to resource for navigating purpose-driven work. Whether you're launching a business, leading a nonprofit or managing mission-based projects, each episode will equip you with practical tools, strategic planning insights and faith-based wisdom to build a strong foundation for success. Let’s turn passion into action and purpose into lasting impact—one episode at a time!