Love is the catalyst for many other things in life and business. I wouldn’t consider myself a romantic, but I do find love in a lot of places. It signifies commitment, compassion, and appreciation among other things. Even of them are great characteristics for a leader and a business culture. You can’t be generous without a form of love. I thought a lot about love recently because of a wedding I attended. It made me think of why there was such a big celebration and why so many people were involve...
May 09, 2024•23 min•Ep. 201
You can’t expect everything that is unexpected. If generosity will make you “rich” and the “riches are in the niches”… …then generosity is in all the niches. Great leaders are able to understand the work experience of their people. They might have a prominent leadership style but they are able to adapt to others’ needs. They can’t rely on a niche style to get them through. A niched leader is a limited leader. I used the transitive property to identify that you should be able to morph into each t...
May 02, 2024•19 min•Ep. 200
You can’t expect everything that is unexpected. I believe strongly in the virtue of resilience. It’s critical for results in business and in life. Resilience is not expressed in times where the expected has happened. The key to expecting the unexpected is not planning for every possible scenario. This is impossible and crippling for your people and your businesses. Instead, you have to expect to “feel” the unexpected from time to time. These are the times when you express resilience. Take the ti...
Apr 25, 2024•17 min•Ep. 199
Listening is the #1 skill a generous leader needs. There are many types of listening. So many have been studied that it can be overwhelming to learn about this critical skill. I've noticed that certain types of listening are of high important to servant leaders and generous cultures. I did some research and came up with 4 different kinds of listening that I felt were at the top of the list. There are plenty of other kinds and I encourage you to research on your own and learn which forms are sign...
Apr 18, 2024•19 min•Ep. 198
I don’t recommend gambling but this is a bet you should take. There are plenty of reasons to include generosity in your workplace culture but I have 5 that came to mind immediately when I thought of this topic. They key to all of them is that they are best experienced in community. This is why cultures of generosity attract top talent and loyal customers. Think about these things as you try to develop systems and processes in our business. My primary recommendation is that you start from the beg...
Apr 11, 2024•22 min
You can plan your energy. I have three types of energy that I consider throughout my day. The first is external. This is the stuff you can find to pump you up for a short period of time. It comes from other people. The second is created internal. These are things that you do that result in an energized state (i.e. a workout). The final is inherent internal. This type of energy is most relizble and can be well predicetd. It shuold be used consistently during those times where you're otherwise lac...
Apr 04, 2024•16 min•Ep. 196
Every generous leaders needs to use these 3 things: Forgiveness Compassion Empathy Each is uniwque but they all work together for good. I break down their definitions, what they mean and in action, and how they effect each party involved. Make no mistake that you can't build a generous workplace culture without these as part of the environment. This episode will help you ensure just that. Have a generous day. ============================== For in depth insight on how to attract the best talent a...
Mar 28, 2024•23 min•Ep. 195
Never start the day with planning. Start the day with a plan. I posted about my Sunday afternoon routine on LinkedIn and people thought I was a planning freak. Excuse the hyperbole but I think it felt like I either spend my whole Sunday planning my weerk or I have this amazing skill to set up 60 hours of work in 10 minutes. It might be a little of both but the key thing is that I don't overplan. Yet, I do recap what I've already planned the day before I execute. This is a huge force for making m...
Mar 21, 2024•24 min•Ep. 194
Not all biases are bad, but many of them are. I did a lot of research this week on the different types of bias and found that the overwhelming majority of them are things yo uwant to avoid. I'm convinced that if you avoid these 30 and other you've identified that are specific to your buisness, you'll grow. My own positive bias towards generosity tells me that you can supercharge your growth by focusing on giving. This episode will offer you some examples of how these negative bias can affect you...
Mar 14, 2024•36 min•Ep. 193
Generosity is never a lie. There will be times where you are tempted to tell a “little white lie” to give someone some motivation. Don’t do it. It’s lazy. There’s a concept called benevolent deception. It applies in many areas of life - professional and personal. People use it in attempt to benefit someone else despite not telling them the truth. Workplace cultures just don’t lend themselves to long term sustainability if the truth isn’t apparent. Yes, the truth hurts but it’s worth it. Praise p...
Mar 07, 2024•22 min
I'm back from my retreat and no longer anxious. In fact, I'm incredibly encouraged. I thouht I was headed for a 72 hour detox from work, digital technology, and business related stress. I got a lot of that but I didn't "escape" work completely. I learned a cirital lesson about generous cultures. They include people who receive well. These are the peple who do a terrific job of making sure others know how much their effort is appreciated. I spend the first two days of the trip being poured into b...
Mar 05, 2024•16 min•Ep. 191
I'm going on a 3 day retreat and I'm anxious. I'll be there already by the time you listen to this but I had to be honest about what I am feeling. I know it's going to be good. I know it's going to be challenging. I know I'll come out better. So, why am I nervous? I often say that fear is a liar. This is because it usually indicates the unknown - what we're really afraid of. You might think I'm not ignorant based on my statements above but despite knowing some facts, I don't know exactly what is...
Mar 01, 2024•13 min•Ep. 190
Appreciation is something that must be felt. Great leaders know that they people they work with must be consistently reminded of how much they and their work are appreciated. This attracts better talent and better customers. There are many ways to say it but perhaps few to assure it is felt. An additional benefit of expressing appreciation is that it also helps the person who expresses focus on that which is good in the moment. I had a recent experience while boarding a plane that reminded me of...
Feb 29, 2024•13 min•Ep. 189
Generosity is not just a feel good activity. It's a business building culture. The years of talking with generous business owners and recording Speaking of Impact have taught me this. I didn't set out to learn more about building businesses in this venture but you never know what you're going to pick up on a journey. I would suggest just setting out with a target but being open to what finds you. Generosity found me at age 18 (listen to episode 1 of the show for a detailed story) but what found ...
Feb 20, 2024•12 min•Ep. 188
Investing in real estate is not easy but it’s a great way to be an entrepreneur. Buying, fixing, flipping, and renting is not for everyone but it’s worth understanding how they work. Mathew Pezon is an engineer by degree but found out quickly he wasn’t appreciated at his first job. He also learned what leadership wasn’t. This led him to become an entrepreneur. Pezon Properties, Mathew’s business has a unique, long-term community focused mode of operation. They are a leader in the Lehigh Valley a...
Feb 01, 2024•36 min
Payment processing can be a philanthropic effort. There are trillions of dollars in payments processed every year in the world. What if a portion of these went to worthy causes? Well, a portion already does but it could be more. Processing payments is huge business because how else are businesses supposed to be in business? Some organizations have specific charitable events or organizations they support but it would be even better if they could involve their customers in giving opportunities. Gi...
Jan 25, 2024•36 min
Generosity is good business! How is that? Because giving is a prophet center - or at least it should be according to Peter Baines. This is a strong take that could rub some people the wrong way. We've spent the better part of the last three years talking about selflessness and servant leadership. So, how does giving to receive fit in? It’s not that you are giving just to get something back. It's knowing that helping others is going to be good for the world and for you. Peter started his career w...
Jan 18, 2024•51 min
Generosity must be taught. This was the key theme of my conversation with Brian Kluth. Brian is the Generosity mobilizer and he comes with 40+ years of experience helping people be better givers. It’s not surprising that Brian is such a leader - a true servant leader. All of his efforts these days are to help other people have a better experience here on Earth and even someday after their time here is done. He made me think a lot about radical generosity. He’ll make you think, “What am I doing w...
Jan 11, 2024•38 min•Ep. 184
Leaders are measured by their connections and not their title. The best organizations are lead by people who take ownership of more than their own performance. They are inspired to help others be successful knowing that if they are, they will find their own success. Shana Francesca had an extremely challenging upbringing (in an evangelical cult) that taught her about the pitfalls of poor leadership at a very young age. Most would agree that children should not have to experience abusive leadersh...
Jan 04, 2024•40 min
And so ends another year of impactmaking and generosity. Thanks for coming along for the ride. This episode is made up of highlights from the last 51 episodes and as always, an interview with our special guest and impactmaker of the year. Happy Holidays. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/2023highlights
Dec 28, 2023•39 min
Others think it's a requirement for everyone. Today’s guest believes those things but also believe that charity champions business people and the key change-makers of the world. That makes him an impactmaker himself. Brandon Barnum is a renowned businessman, referral expert, and the CEO of HOA.com. He’s spent much of his business life supporting other causes and has found that to be the best way to build a meaningful brand. A generous organization benefits from its charitable endeavors. There is...
Dec 21, 2023•43 min
A home costs money and everyone deserves one. There should be affordable housing for all. Sadly, this isn’t the case in certain places. It’s not an issue that will be solved in short order but there are ways to make an immediate impact. Mike Kaeding eventually took over the family business but it took some convincing. He always wanted to use what he had to make an impact in the world but wasn’t sure how to do it. It turns out that the construction industry was a great place to do it. Mike is the...
Dec 14, 2023•39 min
Web3 is here. Every generation has its special advancements but these seem extra innovative. The way we can communicate with each other so openly or be so connected yet so private is amazing. Today’s guest is all about decentralized money, security, privacy, and diversity. Things are moving fast but not too fast for Olayinka Odeniran. She has a background in cyber security and while she still works in that space, she’s also making an impact in blockchain and Web3. Get ready for a high-speed trip...
Dec 07, 2023•45 min
There is something to be said for chasing after what you believe is critical to your existence. Unfortunately, today’s world can be very distracting and you may never be on track. But don’t be discouraged, with the proper intention, you can find your way. Today’s guest has an amazing story of struggle, immigration, conflict, and trust in what is good. Ana Megrelishvili was born in Georgia (the country) but had a dream of finding freedom (in many ways). She found success by most standards but rea...
Nov 30, 2023•43 min
What lights your fire? This is the question of the day. It can be tough to answer the question in such a busy society. Many of us lead very busy lives - too busy. Amanda Cassar fell into that trap. She’s a financial advisor with a family business and a drive to be ultra-successful. Years of business led her to burnout, marriage troubles, and a longing for the fulfillment she thought she should already have. Amanda shares some amazing stories that illustrate why and how you should figure out what...
Nov 23, 2023•41 min
Today, we’ll be talking about a new way to get sober. Massimo Rigotti’s S.O.B.E.R. method takes some of the existing systems and “flips them on their head”. Massimo has dealt with addiction, bipolar disorder, and a near-death experience. It’s safe to say he’s been through a lot. The conversation in this episode gets deep into the experience of an addict and how Massimo believes they can use their natural gifts and skills to overcome their struggles. You can find show notes and more information b...
Nov 16, 2023•51 min
Your brand is critical to your message. People must understand what you’re all about. It seems cliché but there are too many profiles on and off the Internet these days. The impact space is no different. It doesn’t matter if you are running a for-profit or non-profit organization. You must clearly display what you believe in and how you go about addressing your industry and work. Today’s guest is one of the most knowledgeable and driven people in the world of impact. She has experience in variou...
Nov 09, 2023•54 min
Today’s guest decided to tackle all of the world’s 7 second summits. In other words, she climbed the second highest point on every continent. Jenn Drummond was the first female to accomplish this feat. You’re going to learn about the significance of the number 7 in Jenn’s pursuits. You’ll also learn about significance in general and why it’s so important to find it in your life. Jenn was incredibly candid about her life experiences and mountaineering in our conversation. This episode is full of ...
Nov 02, 2023•58 min
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Oct 26, 2023•58 min
Paul Zolman created a game (and wrote a book) all about putting love into practice. You may have heard of The 5 Love Languages . Paul appreciated how meaningful they can be in our relationships. Yet, he felt something was missing - the action. He needed something to help him use the languages as a meaningful force in his life. Paul is very open about his childhood experiences with abuse and love (or lack thereof) in our conversation. He created the Role of Love to help reverse some of the habits...
Oct 19, 2023•50 min
