Thoughts from a Starfish - podcast cover

Thoughts from a Starfish

The Starfish Foundation's Beth Awaltstarfishchange.libsyn.com
We share the journey of creating a non-profit and the day-to-day operations of directing an international development organization. If you're a social entrepreneur, an international traveler, a social justice and service enthusiast, or passionate about non-profits, then this podcast is for you. Share your experience: www.thestarfishchange.org
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

#14 - Now what?

In this episode, Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and friend of Starfish Jane Lorenzi chat about how to be involved in service and justice opportunities in your community, with Starfish, and in the world -- and why all of this is so important. Cool organizations discussed on the episode: Our Daily Bread: www.catholiccharities-md.org/our-daily-bread Refugee Youth Project: http://www.refugeeyouthproject.org/ Camp Umoja article in local news: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/camp-umoja-unites-baltimore-...

May 02, 201738 min

#13 - Marketing, marketing, marketing!

In this episode, Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and friend of Starfish Dr. Allison Poss of Girls With Ideas discuss marketing - specifically how to connect marketing to your business skills, the GOAT method (Goals, Objectives, Actions, and Tasks), the Agile method of management, and how to provide value to your social media posts -- among much, much more. Marketing courses and resources: Small Business Development Centers - here is a link to find an office near you. You can meet with them to get...

Apr 25, 201754 min

A Surprise Message from Co-Founder Beth Awalt

Starfish's Co-Founder Beth, host of this podcast, shares a special message with you! More about Starfish: An Evening for the Stars, April 29: http://www.501auctions.com/starfishchange - or register at this link to bid virtually! Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtsfromastarfish/ Starfish Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thestarfishchange Starfish Instagram: www.instagram.com/starfishchange Starfish website: www.thestarfishchange.org Donate a book to our students: ht...

Apr 20, 20174 min

#12 - Gabriela, a Scholar Story

In Starfish's first book, When You Wish Upon a Starfish, Scholar Gabriela shares her passions and dreams. Interested in learning more about our book, or in purchasing a copy? Visit here: www.thestarfishchange.org/starfish-dream-book They make great gifts for teachers, as they are bilingual in Spanish and English, as well as for folks who have lived abroad or have volunteered long-term!...

Apr 18, 20172 min

#11 - Tips for leaders: operations, management, and strategy.

In this episode, Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and friend of Starfish Anna Custer-Singh discuss some amazing resources for managing teams, overseeing operations (including how to Start / Stop / Study), and leading non-profits. Other resources discussed during the episode: La Leche League International – llli.org La Leche League Connecticut – lllct.org Live Baltimore – livebaltimore.com The Greater Cumberland Committee – greatercc.org HOBY – hoby.org CT HOBY – cthoby.org We mentioned “Love Langu...

Apr 11, 201731 min

#10 - Eddy, a Scholar Story

In Starfish's first book, When You Wish Upon a Starfish, Eddy discusses his dreams, his challenges, and his motivation. Interested in learning more about our book, or in purchasing a copy? Visit here: www.thestarfishchange.org/starfish-dream-book They make great gifts for teachers, as they are bilingual in Spanish and English, as well as for folks who have lived abroad or have volunteered long-term!...

Apr 07, 20174 min

#9 - How to create a balance in your work-life fitness

In this episode, Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and friend of Starfish MaryBeth Hyland of SparkVision discuss some amazing resources for creating work-life balance. MaryBeth defines the term work-life fitness , and she shares real-life examples of ways to take time for yourself , how to bounce back from working too much, resources for managing schedules , and how to ensure you can balance what drains you with things that fill you up. Thanks, MaryBeth! Other resources discussed during the episode...

Apr 04, 201758 min

#8 - Fundraising: better said, relationship-building.

In this episode, Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and friend of Starfish Megan Glynn discuss some amazing tips for fundraising, Board and volunteer engagement, friend-raising, and building relationships. You'll learn how to build a road map for potential donors, how to create an action plan for your Board or other volunteers, and what a diverse funding model looks like, among other tips and tricks of the trade. Other amazing resources discussed during the episode: HOBY: www.hoby.org HOBY's World L...

Mar 28, 201737 min

#7 - Luiggi, a Scholar Story

In Starfish's first book, When You Wish Upon a Starfish, Luiggi shares his passion to conquer his dreams. Interested in learning more about our book, or in purchasing a copy? Visit here: www.thestarfishchange.org/starfish-dream-book They make great gifts for teachers, as they are bilingual in Spanish and English, as well as for folks who have lived abroad or have volunteered long-term!...

Mar 24, 20172 min

#6 - Pamela, a Scholar Story

In Starfish's first book, When You Wish Upon a Starfish, Pamela shares her incredible determination to achieve her dreams - and why it will be possible, despite the numerous challenges. Interested in learning more about our book, or in purchasing a copy? Visit here: www.thestarfishchange.org/starfish-dream-book They make great gifts for teachers, as they are bilingual in Spanish and English, as well as for folks who have lived abroad or have volunteered long-term!...

Mar 07, 20173 min

#5 - Challenges and joys of starting a business

In this episode, Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and friend of Starfish Amanda Brown discuss the challenges, joys, and wisdom of starting a business. Amanda is the owner and founder of Sweet Lupine . Other amazing resources discussed during the episode: Personal Contacts Mom Blogger: Shannan, of Faithfully Beautiful , @shannan_pan BioTech: O-Ray Pharma Small Business Resources SCORE: www.score.org Bloguettes (webinars): www.bloguettes.com Canva: www.canva.com Being Boss: https://beingboss.club 5 ...

Feb 28, 201746 min

#4 - Jean Carlos, a Scholar Story

In Starfish's first book, When You Wish Upon a Starfish, Jean Carlos tells his story about his dreams to become a psychologist, and what motivates him to continue on that journey. Interested in learning more about our book, or in purchasing a copy? Visit here: www.thestarfishchange.org/starfish-dream-book They make great gifts for teachers, as they are bilingual in Spanish and English, as well as for folks who have lived abroad or have volunteered long-term!...

Feb 27, 20172 min

#3 - Why help abroad vs. in the U.S.?

In this episode, Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and friend of Starfish Dylan Waugh discuss why their organizations help in Ecuador and Nicaragua, respectively, and the challenges and joys that come with service abroad. Dylan is the founder of VISEDAL partnership, which you can learn more about here: http://www.visedal.org/

Feb 14, 201729 min

#2 - Mirka, a Scholar Story

In Starfish's first book, When You Wish Upon a Starfish, Mirka tells her story about her dreams to become a doctor -- and what else accompanies and motivates that dream. Interested in learning more about our book, or in purchasing a copy? Visit here: www.thestarfishchange.org/starfish-dream-book They make great gifts for teachers, as they are bilingual in Spanish and English, as well as for folks who have lived abroad or have volunteered long-term!...

Feb 07, 20172 min

#1 - How it all began

Starfish co-founder Beth Awalt and Starfish Board member Anna Jordan discuss how Beth and co-founder Jenn Zocco started the nonprofit -- and how it's grown in the past five years. Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtsfromastarfish/ Starfish Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thestarfishchange Starfish Instagram: www.instagram.com/starfishchange Starfish website: www.thestarfishchange.org Donate a book in honor of Anna's grandmother: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/registry...

Jan 30, 201757 min
Hosted on Libsyn
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android