DNA Of Purpose Rebecca Maklad

If you're a returning listener, you'll recall our captivating conversation with Andrew Leitch, the co-founder of Brave Spaces. Today, we're privileged to introduce the other luminary behind this transformative venture – Jacinta McDonnell.

Jacinta's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. As one of Australia’s foremost entrepreneurs, she has carved her path with unparalleled success. Yet, what truly distinguishes Jacinta is her remarkable ability to delve deep within herself, employing a repertoire of mindset tools to create brave spaces that empower individuals, cultures, and communities.

Her entrepreneurial acumen came to the fore in 2008 when she pioneered the launch of Anytime Fitness in the Australian market alongside her brother, Justin. Under their stewardship, Anytime Fitness burgeoned into Australia's premier health club chain, boasting over 500 clubs nationwide. But Jacinta's pursuits extend beyond business – she is a purpose-driven visionary committed to leveraging commerce for the greater good. From 2015 to 2020, she helmed The Human Kind Project, a non-profit foundation catalyzing life-altering initiatives in Africa and India.

Continuing her quest to redefine business, purpose, and leadership, Jacinta now channels her wisdom through keynote speaking engagements, coaching endeavors with A Founder’s Path, and her latest venture, Brave Spaces. This innovative platform offers transformative programs and experiences designed to empower individuals to lead purposeful, authentic lives.

In today's conversation, Jacinta and I delve into the essence of self-awareness, a cornerstone of effective leadership and personal growth. Together, we unravel the intricacies of courage, self-regulation, connection, and purpose, illuminating pathways for integrating pivotal moments into a life of fulfillment and meaning.

Ultimately, this conversation embodies the essence of Jacinta's ethos – a rare blend of achievement and humility, of success and service. It's a testament to her unwavering dedication to igniting human progress and fostering a more beautiful world for us all.

Takeaways


Self-awareness is crucial for leadership and personal growth.
Being curious and open-minded is key to cultivating self-awareness.
We need to ask ourselves honest questions about how we show up and make decisions.
Developing self-awareness requires reflection, mindfulness, and a willingness to challenge our own beliefs and behaviors.
By breaking down our ego and developing self-awareness, we can level up as leaders in all aspects of life. Bravery involves being honest with oneself and having vulnerable conversations.
Integration is crucial for transformation and involves grounding experiences in the body.
The goal is to empower individuals to step into their potential and take the next step.
The vision for Brave Spaces is to impact as many people as possible by training facilitators.
The ultimate message is to be brave and step in.

Chapters: 


00:00 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership and Personal Growth
34:21 Asking Ourselves Honest Questions: How Do We Show Up?
43:56 Connection: Accepting and Loving Ourselves
57:47 Integration: Embodying Experiences and Feeling Grounded

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In today's fast-paced world, the urgency of transitioning towards renewable energies is more apparent than ever. The latest report from the International Energy Agency reveals a staggering surge in renewable electricity capacity with solar leading the charge. This data underscores the imperative driving this global shift—a necessity rooted in hard data and undeniable momentum.

But amidst these groundbreaking advancements, one question remains: How can we make these innovations accessible and affordable for all? Today, we'll explore a solution that not only addresses this challenge but also offers a compelling path towards a sustainable future.

Our guest today, Dean Spaccavento, co-founder of Reposit Power, has pioneered a solution that proves it's cheaper to save the world than to ruin it. Reposit Power's innovative approach integrates solar power, batteries, and a shared network of energy, providing sustainable and cost-effective solutions to power up homes and communities.

In my conversation with Dean, we unlock his determination to shed light on the urgency of addressing climate change. We delve into the historical evolution of electricity and the remarkable progress made in embracing renewable energy sources. Dean explains how Reposit Power's groundbreaking technology moves electricity efficiently across time and space, meeting consumer needs while transforming communities on a global scale.

But we don't stop there. Dean shares insights on the role of renewable energy in underprivileged areas, the challenges and opportunities of solar energy adoption, and the transformative potential of skipping centralised infrastructure. We also explore the changing sentiments towards the climate crisis, entrepreneurship's vital space between and social impact, the future of electric cars, and venture into the cutting edge of emerging technologies shaping the energy industry's future.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose

03:30 Personal Journey and Purpose

09:19 Historical Evolution of Electricity

16:10 Progress in Embracing Renewable Energy

24:30 Technical Aspects and Benefits of Reposit Power

27:10 Shared Network and Community Power

28:48 Global Potential of Reposit Power

29:08 Access to Power in Underprivileged Areas

30:19 The Inconvenience of Solar Energy

31:13 Opportunity to Skip Centralized Infrastructure

32:11 The Role of Technology in Helping Economies Catch Up

33:18 Changing Sentiments in Relation to the Climate Crisis

34:19 The Need for Leadership and Incentives to Address Climate Change

35:50 Finding the Space In Between in Entrepreneurship

38:37 The Role of Reposit Power in EV Charging Infrastructure

42:46 Collaboration Between Reposit Power and Car Manufacturers

44:52 Emerging Technologies and Trends in the Energy Industry

47:45 Reposit Power's Goals and Milestones

51:54 The Importance of Recognizing New Technology

53:43Creating Certainty in Energy Solutions
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Today, we're delving into a vital question: What does it truly take to cultivate a purpose-driven, human-centric workplace where every individual's potential is not just acknowledged, but actively nurtured and celebrated?

While it may seem obvious that organisations would prioritise a human-first approach, the reality often falls short, with investment in employee development typically reserved for executives, leaders, and high potentials, leaving many behind. 

So, as leaders, how do we dismantle outdated hierarchies to ensure that every individual's unique and shared potential is realised? 

How do we embrace a more inclusive, purposeful, egalitarian view of our colleagues and co-workers? 

And how can technology empower us to ignite all of the above? 

To shed light on these questions, we're thrilled to welcome Fiona Vale and Paul Rush, the co-founders of Humanico, who are revolutionising how organisations cultivate their most valuable asset—their employees. Over the last year, Paul and Fi have navigated the unpredictable waves of startup life, gearing up for expansion after a series of successes. They secured nearly $1 million in Seed funding last year and were honoured with the Burning Heroes Award for Global Reach in November. This year, they're poised to expand Humancio's mission globally. 

So Humanico's solution is a Human Map - which stands as the world's first digital interactive map of employees. This cloud-based platform visualises employee capabilities and engagement levels in a dashboard, providing data-driven insights that empower executives to optimise their workforce effectively.

With disengaged employees costing organisations trillions of dollars in lost productivity annually and workplaces struggling to keep pace with evolving trends, Humanico's AI-powered talent management platform offers a promising solution to enhance employee engagement and retention in today's competitive talent landscape.

Having Paul and Fi join me in the studio was an absolute joy as we explored a range of topics, from unlocking human potential to driving organisational transformation with a people-first approach. Our conversation spanned purpose, diversity, and inclusion, as well as the transformative potential of community building. 

We also examined the surprising ways in which AI and technology can amplify human connection and experience. Throughout our discussion, Fi and Paul shared invaluable insights and highlights from their remarkable entrepreneurial journey. I'm confident you'll find this conversation as enlightening as I did. Welcome to another episode of the podcast.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose

04:03 Fiona Vale's Journey to Humanico

08:27 Paul Rush's Journey to Humanico

13:57 Challenges in Human Asset Management

23:17 Embracing Mindset Shifts in a Changing Workplace

28:17 Leveraging Agile Frameworks for Human Performance

37:22 Building Internal Communities and Tribes

40:25 The Power of Communities and Positive Psychology

42:06 Data-Driven Decision Making and Intelligent Intuition

42:32 Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

45:48 Recognizing Diversity of Thought

47:43 Understanding Thought Process through Clifton Strengths Assessment

49:28 Playing to Strengths and Building Trust

53:13 Amplifying the Human Experience with AI

58:17 The Nature of Human Purpose and Meaning in the Workplace

01:03:46 Seamless Integration of Mergers and Acquisitions

01:11:05 Navigating the Challenges of Being a Female Co-founder

01:19:03 The Importance of Timing and Embracing Individual Identity
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Today's guest is Mange Kumarasamy and he is the co-founder of Climate Team. Climate Team is a platform that brings together businesses, freelancers, investors and enthusiasts who are committed to reversing climate change. They provide a way for startups and scale-ups to connect with qualified freelancers and motivated investors, and provide opportunities for all of these people to be the change our planet needs. 

Today Mange and I explore the full spectrum of how you can become the solution, how you can join a community or incredible solution maker and we look at the levers igniting a solutions economy where the brands that will win, will be the brands that care about creating a greener future. 

Takeaways: 


Individual action is crucial in addressing climate change.
Maintaining community engagement requires cross-collaboration and empowering community members.
Social capitalism, where serving a greater social purpose benefits everyone, is feasible with the right alignment of factors.
Leaders should balance business operations with a reduction in their environmental footprint and embrace a mindset shift towards business expansion. Climate Team aims to connect and empower individuals and organisations working on climate solutions.
Partnerships and purpose-driven work are essential for entrepreneurs entering the startup space.
Individuals can transition into the climate space and use their existing skillsets to make a positive impact.
Having open conversations about climate change with children and emphasising purposeful action is important.
Innovative solutions and services, such as using coconut shells and banana tree stems, are emerging in the climate space.
Leaders play a crucial role in bridging the gap between scientific awareness and public discourse.
Embracing inconvenience for the planet is necessary to reduce our impact and create sustainable solutions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose

03:16 Asking Powerful Questions

05:29 Transition to Climate Advocacy

06:16 Climate Education and Emotional Connection

09:31 Individual Action in Climate Change

11:36 Maintaining Community Engagement

19:00 Balancing Business and Environmental Footprint

23:53 Mindset Shift and Business Expansion

25:01 Slowing Down Growth and Building Better

31:51 Origin Story of Climate Team

33:12 Introduction to Climate Team

34:08 Advice for Entrepreneurs

36:49 Transitioning to the Climate Space

39:14 Using Existing Skillsets in the Climate Space

40:13 Empowering People to Own Their Voice

41:12 Supporting Startups and Freelancers in the Climate Space

43:29 Parenting and Preparing Children for the Future

44:09 Innovative Solutions and Services in the Climate Space

52:23 Bridging the Gap Between Scientific Awareness and Public Discourse

55:59 Embracing Inconvenience for the Planet

58:22 Finding Climate Team and More Information

01:00:15 Appreciation for Community Building
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Julie Masters has spent her career decoding influence. As an award-winning, leading authority in the speaking world, she has earned a reputation for launching and advising some of the world's most respected thought leaders. She is the Founder and CEO of Influence Nation, working with business leaders and organisations to become the voice of authority in their space, and she is also the host of the iTunes Top 50 podcast Inside Influence. 

In this conversation, Julie Masters discusses the power of influence and the stories we tell ourselves. She shares insights from her podcast interviews and highlights the importance of facing criticism and overcoming self-doubt. Julie emphasizes the need to develop certainty and confidence, as well as the process of mastery. She also explores the concept of duende and the role of self-stories in shaping our influence. Ultimately, Julie believes that by rewriting our stories and embracing our true potential, we can elevate our influence. Jules also highlights the role of trust in building and maintaining influence, as well as the need to decode the road forward and simplify complex ideas. She shares insights on staying ahead of change and the importance of finding our own translators to stay informed. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the power of our voice and the impact it can have on others.

Takeaways


The right message at the right time has the power to change everything.
Overcoming the upper limit problem is crucial for making the leap to our zone of genius.
Developing certainty and embracing discomfort are key to expanding our influence.
The stories we tell ourselves shape our perception of who we are and what we can achieve.
By rewriting our self-stories and embracing our true potential, we can create positive change and elevate our influence. Changing our stories and taking congruent action are essential for creating positive change.
Trust is a key factor in building and maintaining influence.
Decoding the road forward and simplifying complex ideas is crucial for effective influence.
Staying ahead of change requires finding reliable sources of information and staying focused.
Our voice has the power to create significant impact and change in the world. Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction and Trust

00:01:26 Inside Influence Podcast

00:03:19 The Right Message at the Right Time

00:04:14 The Big Leap to Zone of Genius

00:05:06 The Power of Influence

00:06:06 The Upper Limit Problem

00:07:06 Facing Criticism and Fear

00:08:04 The Stories We Tell Ourselves

00:09:29 The Power of Influence

00:10:28 Developing Certainty and Confidence

00:11:51 The Power of Stories

00:13:10 Overcoming Self-Doubt

00:14:39 The Process of Mastery

00:15:26 The Power of Criticism

00:18:15 Separating Self from Performance

00:19:40 The Feeling of World-Class

00:23:32 The Power of Stories

00:24:28 Decoding Influence and Movements

00:26:45 The Stories We Tell Ourselves

00:28:44 The Power of Self-Stories

00:29:14 The Concept of Duende

00:31:37 Overcoming the Fear of Who We Are

00:34:00 Rewriting Our Story

00:34:41 Changing the Story and Taking Congruent Action

00:42:11 The Importance of Trust in Influence

00:46:00 Decoding the Road Forward

00:53:18 Staying Ahead of Change

00:56:38 Fast Five Questions

01:02:54 The Power of Your Voice

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I'm thrilled to introduce Joey Mak, the CEO Of Chicago Blend. Chicago:Blend is a nonprofit organisation working to advance diversity, equity and inclusion  in Chicago’s venture capital and startup community. They measure the VC diversity gap, help underrepresented professionals secure VC jobs and are building a growing community of investors who share our commitment to improving the industry.

Before joining Blend in 2021, Joey was the vice president of programs at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, where he created their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative and oversaw the Chamber’s COVID-19 economic recovery task force. He served as director of innovation & economic development for the University of Illinois System and as a deputy director at the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. 

Today Joey and I embark on a journey through the critical landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion in venture capital. We'll explore the personal narratives driving this mission, dissect the challenges hindering inclusive cultures, and highlight the imperative role diversity plays in investment decisions. Along the way, we'll uncover success stories of underrepresented founders, delve into strategies for fostering diverse corporate cultures, and address biases in both hiring practices and technology. 

Takeaways


Increasing diversity in the venture capital space is crucial for providing more opportunities to underrepresented founders and entrepreneurs.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just checkboxes but essential business practices that lead to a more resilient and innovative organisation.
Creating a diverse and inclusive corporate culture requires intentional effort and a focus on business strategy and goals.
Unconscious bias can perpetuate a lack of diversity and equity in investments, but strategies like expanding networks and setting up inclusive processes can help overcome this challenge.
Fostering diversity in technology involves ensuring diverse voices are included in the design process to avoid biases and create inclusive products and services.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Pondering Questions

03:08 Personal Journey and Purpose

06:19 Importance of Diversity in Business

07:44 Defining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

09:35 Challenges in Creating Diverse and Inclusive Cultures

11:43 Addressing Challenges in the Startup Ecosystem

13:31 Lack of Diversity in Venture Capital

16:35 Success Stories of Diverse Founders

20:01 Creating Diverse and Inclusive Corporate Cultures

22:20 Overcoming Unconscious Bias

28:55 Technology and Addressing Biases

36:10 Fostering Diversity in Technology

39:24 Exciting Trends in the Industry

43:03 Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Learn More About Joey: https://www.chicagoblend.org/


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