Not Following the Formula with Joanna Waterfall

Introducing The Plywood Podcast: Welcome to the Plywood Podcast: Real talk for social entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders. In this episode, meet the team and hosts, and hear the why behind us creating another podcast! Plywood is a nonprofit in Atlanta leading a community of startups doing good. Over the past 12 years, we have worked with over 800 startup founders and nonprofit leaders wrestling with the tensions of starting, growing, and sustaining. Think of The Plywood Podcast as a kitchen table conversation debating the pros and woes of running a business and sustaining a nonprofit. We dive into building business plans, sustaining relationships (personal and professional), diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, forming values while being a part of true cultural change for good, and so much more. Learn more: PlywoodPeople.com by Social Impact Leader

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Good Good Good with Branden Harvey by Social Impact Leader

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Pro Tip #3: How to Pitch Ft. Sela Missirian: Today on the Plywood Podcast we have Sela Missirian, Executive Vice President at the Partnership Agency. Listen as she shares some pro tips about the art of pitching! Sela discusses the importance of preparation, connection, and relation, and explains the four types of decision-making styles that will take your pitch to the next level. So, get ready to take notes! by Social Impact Leader

46 min listen

Self Funded with Kitiya King: Today, we are sitting down with Kitiya Mischo King, Founder of Mischo Beauty. Mischo has been featured in Essence Magazine, named the 2021 Cosmopolitan Beauty Award winner, and most recently was featured on Oprah's Favorite Things list for 2021 (WOAH!). This line of nail polish is non-toxic and free from the 10 ingredients we are told to avoid in our skincare products, something Kitiya found hard to find while looking for a nail polish that's safe for someone who was pregnant. Kitiya is a self funded, black, female entrepreneur who gets into her journey as a founder and her journey of bringing people along with her and sharing in success. Kitiya also dives into self-funding and what that means to her along with the risk of investing in your own business. Kitiya and Mischo are a beautiful example of collaboration over competition and the abundance mindset. by Social Impact Leader

41 min listen

Pro Tip #2: How to Build a Better Board by Social Impact Leader

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Building Something Worthwhile with Archie Clay III: Today our team is sitting down with Archie Clay III, Co-founder of WEAR BRIMS -a luxury hat company elevating high-end fashion while instilling unapologetic confidence into everyone, one brim at a time. Archie and his business partner Tahj run their business out of Plywood Place. Wear Brims has been featured in Nordstrom, O Magazine, British GQ, Huffington Post, and The Root as well as Beyonce's Black Parade Route. In this episode, we get into it - from how we can learn through our customers to the impact entrepreneurship has on our relationships to the Wear Brims model of launching products, and we also talk about the tensions of securing funding as a black entrepreneur. Let's get to it! One question to consider: What makes a good partner for collaboration? by Social Impact Leader

41 min listen

Becoming an Entrepreneur with Danielle Coke: When preparing the launch of the Plywood Podcast, we decided to launch by sharing two interviews of very different women! Jeni Britton Bauer was first. Next up, we ALL have the GIFT to hear from Danielle Coke, a designer turned illustrator, social justice advocate, and entrepreneur. She seeks to encourage faith, inspire justice, and guide us through loving our neighbors well. Her illustrations aim to make complex issues more digestible and help others find and use their passions to make a difference in their spheres of influence. In this episode, Dani shares a story that she's never shared before about the racism she's experienced, she talks about her journey of becoming an entrepreneur (overnight success or not?!), and we talk about tools and actions we can all take when it comes to anti-racism work. If you can, take notes. Be inspired by Dani's hope! by Social Impact Leader

38 min listen

Coming in Hot with Andy Mineo: We are really excited to share this episode with you today! Jeff gets the chance to sit down with his friend Andy Mineo for an interview at Plywood Presents. If you don't know Andy, he's a hip-hop artist, producer, entrepreneur, and more. We get a unique look at his creative process, and we talk about fear of failure and how to embody confidence. by Social Impact Leader

31 min listen

The Humanity in Ice Cream with Jeni Britton-Bauer: Thanks for joining us! Today we are going to look at the world through the lens of ice cream to be specific, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams! Jeni joined the Plywood crew and started talking, so we started recording. Jeni is not only a seasoned ice cream maker, but she's an entrepreneur and CEO. Jeni brings some new language to what it looks like to lead your team (or Fellowship as she calls it). We are talking about the tension between data and intuition and how to continuously connect with the people you work with and serve. This one is good. Join us for the metaphorical ice cream party! by Social Impact Leader

40 min listen

NFTs, Community, and Entrepreneurship with Greg Mike: "If you don't take that chance, you're never going to push your work forward, you're going to stay stagnant." Greg Mike Are you curious about NFTs? Are you exploring what it means to create a good partnership or collaboration? Are you considering taking a risk in your work? In this episode of the Plywood Podcast, we hear from Greg Mike - Artist, Designer, and Muralist, based out of Atlanta. Not only is Greg an artist, but he’s also an entrepreneur and the Founder of The Outer Space Project and ABV Agency + Gallery. We get into the humble beginnings of Larry LOUDMOUF, we dive into the 101 of NFTs, and we explore his unique vision for community. Tag along with us! by Social Impact Leader

44 min listen

Pursuing Excellence with Mr. Horst Schulze: Today, we are sitting down with Mr. Horst Schulze, a founding partner of the Ritz Carlton Hotel Company and the Capella Hotel Group. It's not often that we have a chance to learn from another generation, but there's something so valuable about learning from someone with more and different life experiences. Mr. Schulze is an author (of "Excellence Wins"), speaker, and consultant across industries. We dive deep into the meaning of excellence and how that translates into our daily work. We also discuss organizational values and how to pass those down to the team as a whole. This interview brought on some great debate for our team! We talked about the allure and appreciation of excellence vs the cost of pursuing it. One question we are asking here at Plywood: How can we as a nonprofit create moments of excellence through our coworking space, our programming, our events, and more? by Social Impact Leader

52 min listen

Changing the Narrative with John Onwuchekwa and Aaron Fender: Today we are sitting down with John Onwuchekwa and Aaron Fender, co-founders of Portrait Coffee. A black-owned coffee company which sources their coffee from mostly black and brown origin farmers, Portrait Coffee is changing the narrative of coffee by bringing a more diverse representation to Atlanta’s coffee culture. We dive into how they pivoted as a new business during the pandemic, running a business alongside partners with different perspectives, and how they created a brand committed to changing coffee culture. Aaron and John talk about the concept of going from an idea to a conviction and how consuming passions create new weights and responsibilities for founders. They also touch on working with their spouses, the preparation they took when working with friends and family, and SO much more. You might want to get your notebooks out for this one. by Social Impact Leader

59 min listen

Closing the Diversity Gap with Bethaney Wilkinson: This episode is pretty special! Jeff and Kayla sit down with Bethaney Wilkinson, a former teammate at Plywood, who is now leading the organization The Diversity Gap. This week she released her book "The Diversity Gap: Where Good Intentions Meet True Cultural Change." In this episode, we talk about how organizations can move from diversity to creating organizations where everyone belongs. We get into impact over intention, the importance of diversifying your life, and how organizations and businesses can evaluate where they are at and how to move forward towards creating liberating cultures. Bethaney approaches this work with hard truth and hopefulness through research, personal insights, real-life experiences from her and other People of Color, along with frameworks and theories for leaders to shift their cultures. Let's dive in! by Social Impact Leader

50 min listen

Honing your craft with Kyle Korver, NBA All Star: In this episode, Jeff sits down with Kyle Korver, NBA All-star and one of the greatest three-point shooters of all time. You might be wondering why we are sharing an interview with a professional basketball player. There's a good reason. When someone is a true pro's pro, there's something to the work they do. It might seem like they are on autopilot, but in reality, there are years worth of practice behind it. Kyle shares about what he does when preparing to be at his best. As an entrepreneur or nonprofit leader, there are certain times of the year we need to be on, in the flow, whatever you might call it. We hope that this interview will inspire you to think about what you need to be at your best. by Social Impact Leader

39 min listen

Pro Tip #1: How to Plan a Successful Fundraiser: We're excited to share a new segment with you today. The Plywood Podcast Presents: Pro Tips! Too much alliteration, We'll work on it? Every so often, our team will dive into the community's most Frequently Asked Questions. Today, we are getting into How to Plan a Successful Fundraiser. If you don't lead a nonprofit, we still think this episode is for you. As a board member or supporter of a nonprofit, we are letting you into the head of a nonprofit leader, sharing real fears and the struggles of what it takes to put on an event. Jeff and Kayla have worked on 10+ fundraisers together over the past 6 years. In this conversation, they talk about the things Plywood has learned when it comes to planning an event and raising money. You'll hear mistakes we've made and important learnings on your next steps. Throwing a fundraiser can be complicated and scary, so we hope this conversation will encourage you, your team, and your board. Your wor by Social Impact Leader

29 min listen

Jumping into Fear with Jeremy Cowart: Today we are sitting down with Jeremy Cowart, an award-winning photographer, artist, and entrepreneur whose mission in life is to "explore the intersection of creativity and empathy." We learn about how he got started, and we delve into his journey as a creative entrepreneur. As entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders, there are times when we have a dream or an idea, and the process of bringing it to life will take years with endless obstacles. In 2015, Jeremy shared a HUGE idea with the world, and he's spent the past six years building The Purpose Hotel. From the very beginning of this interview, we notice that Jeremy is someone who has lots of ideas, and he acts on so many of them. He shared about his process of testing and bring an idea to life. by Social Impact Leader

42 min listen

Taking Care of Community with Rodney Bullard: Today we are sitting down with Rodney Bullard. Rodney is the Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility for Chick-fil-A. He leads their community engagement, philanthropic, and sustainable strategies. He also serves as the Executive Director of the Chick-fil-A foundation, he has served at the Pentagon, as the assistant United States Attorney, White House Fellow, and worked closely with NASA administrators. As a true Atlanta native, Rodney talks about his personal journey to get where he is. We also dive deep into stopping a project and transitioning it to someone else - something that is not often talked about in the nonprofit world, responsibilities of corporations related to community, how to know if you’re doing the best you can, and more. Listen up! by Social Impact Leader

42 min listen

People Need People with the Plywood Team: Today we are wrapping up season one of The Plywood Podcast: Real talk for Social Entrepreneurs and Nonprofit Leaders. The whole team is here talking about our favorite episodes, takeaways, and things we’ve learned this season. We also dive deep into how we end the year as a nonprofit, what people are looking for in a job in a time of “the great resignation”, and the theme of people needing people in our community. We hope you’ve enjoyed this season and we will see you next year for Season 2! by Social Impact Leader

23 min listen

The Productivity Solution with John Brandon: Today we sit down with John Brandon, a writer and productivity expert. He has written over 15,000 articles published by Inc. Magazine, Forbes, and more! We talk about how to minimize distraction and increase productivity. Every entrepreneur, creative, and leader needs this reminder. Grab a cup of coffee and learn with us! by Social Impact Leader

34 min listen

We're back! with the Plywood Team: We are kicking off Season Two of The Plywood Podcast with the Plywood People Team! We discuss what we are learning about ourselves in this current season, and what’s inspiring us each. We also share tips focused on productivity that our team uses, from time blocking to music choice and more. by Social Impact Leader

20 min listen

Creating the Modern Village with Dr. Key Hallmon: This week we have a Dr. Key Hallmon, founder of The Village Market on the Plywood Podcast. She is full of SO much wisdom. In this episode, we cover what makes a good partnership, how to deliver news with grace and gentleness, and the heart questions to ask an entrepreneur. This episode is for everyone - entrepreneur or not; Dr. Key shares about how we can all make a difference when it comes to equity for Black Business owners. Our team took notes the whole time, so get ready! by Social Impact Leader

39 min listen

Leading with Gratitude with Jen Hidinger-Kendrick: In this week's episode, we are sitting down with Jen Hidinger-Kendrick, Co-Founder of the nonprofit The Giving Kitchen and Staplehouse Restaurant (Bon Appétit magazine's Best New Restaurant in America in 2016). Currently, she is Senior Director of Community Engagement at the Giving Kitchen. Jen shares her story of loss and how The Giving Kitchen is directly related to the work the organization does. Jen talks about the importance of excellence, gathering together, and community engagement. Jen is full of joy and shares her journey with honesty. We hope you'll jump in with us! by Social Impact Leader

40 min listen

LINKed together with Hannah Song: Today on the Plywood Podcast, we have human activist and leader of LINK (Liberty In North Korea), Hannah Song. Noted in the podcast as a modern-day “Underground Railroad”, LINK has helped the people of North Korea escape through 3,000 miles of secret rescue routes. Hannah explains why having a community of people is essential to navigating through the work LINK is doing and why telling the stories of North Korean people is important. Hannah also gives tips for new leaders in regards to defeating “imposter syndrome”. Want to hear more about the life-changing work Hannah and her team are doing? Tune in to our latest episode! by Social Impact Leader

42 min listen

Super Bowl to Nonprofit leader with Malcolm Mitchell: Today we are sitting down with Malcolm Mitchell, a Super Bowl Champion turned nonprofit leader who is tackling the issues around illiteracy through his organization, Share the Magic. During his freshman year in college, Malcolm developed a love of reading. Initially, reading was a challenge, however, through perseverance, books became an avenue for expanding his curiosity, creativity, and learning. Malcolm shares his story and challenges throughout his journey. "My mother instilled this mentality of open-mindedness... Every human being is important. Everyone has something to offer." - Malcolm Mitchell, Share the Magic Foundation by Social Impact Leader

45 min listen

Atlanta Influences Everything with Bem Joiner: Today on the Plywood Podcast we have Atlanta native and “Atlanta Influence Everything” co-founder, Bem Joiner. Bem shares how his diverse upbringing and love for music and culture influenced his passion for people. Listen as he explains how Atlanta civics, culture, and corporate commerce allows the city to influence the globe. The culture curator also discusses what Atlanta can do as a city to decrease income inequality.Wanna know why Atlanta influences everything? Take a listen! by Social Impact Leader

47 min listen

Powerful Purpose With Shannon Sedgwick Davis: Today we get to hear from Shannon Sedgwick Davis, attorney, activist, author of To Stop A Warlord, and CEO of Bridgeway Foundation. Bridgeway Foundations is a philanthropic organization dedicated to ending and preventing mass atrocities around the world. We dive into the topics of restorative justice, navigating what we do with the problems that we see everyday, balancing family and work, and SO much more. Buckle up because this episode will knock you off of your seat. by Social Impact Leader

34 min listen

Love or Work with Jeff and André Shinabarger: This week is a little different. Jeff is still hosting, but we have André (his partner) joining us for a conversation! Over the past several years, they have been asking the question, "Is it possible to change the world, stay in love, and raise a healthy family?" This tension came directly from the felt needs of the Plywood community. As lifelong learners, Jeff and André interviewed over 1100 couples, hosted a podcast, and turned their learnings into a book titled "Love or Work." In this episode, they share some of their reflections and greatest learnings from the Love or Work Project! Plywood is also announcing an event related to the topic and we'd love for you to join! Love Check-in on September 18th for Atlanta Locals: https://www.loveorworkbook.com/the-love-check-in by Social Impact Leader

38 min listen

Embracing Optimism with Jess Ekstrom: Joining us today is Jess Ekstrom, founder, and CEO of Headbands of Hope. Listen as Jess shares her journey from becoming an entrepreneur at 19 to authoring her latest book, Chasing The Bright Side: Embracing Optimism. The well-noted speaker also explains why being optimistic is so essential in entrepreneurship. Wanna know more about Jess? Check out our latest episode! Life hack: sometimes you don’t need more answers, you just need the right questions. Prompted.io delivers prompts by experts, answers by you. Pick from hundreds of Prompt Pathways from top thought leaders that will help you solve your problems by asking you the right questions. Feeling in your head today? There’s a pathway for that. Prepping for a big pitch presentation? There’s a pathway for that. Recovering from burnout? There’s a pathway for that. Try it for free for one month using the code PLYWOOD at Prompted.io by Social Impact Leader

40 min listen

The Humanity in Ice Cream with Jeni Britton-Bauer by Social Impact Leader

40 min listen

Hug 'Em With Your Eyes: Sid Mashburn: This week's podcast is an oldie but goodie! Mississippi native, entrepreneur, and renowned fashion designer, Sid Mashburn, gives us some insight into his journey as a designer. Sid shares his story of being a buyer and designer for J Crew and Ralph Lauren, to taking a leap of faith and starting his own brand “Sid Mashburn”. Sid also explains the importance of providing value and why surrounding yourself with people or companies with the same set of values helps catapult your brand. You don’t want to be fashionably late for this one…listen to this episode now! by Social Impact Leader

40 min listen

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