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Creating Your Own Way with Amena Brown
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Length:
51 minutes
Released:
Oct 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Welcome to the Plywood Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have the talented Amena Brown, a poet, writer, entrepreneur, and all-around creative, sharing her incredible journey with us.Amena's passion for writing was ignited by her mother's influence and her deep love for books. Her inquisitive nature led her to seize countless opportunities that have shaped her remarkable career.Tune in as Amena opens up about her entrepreneurial journey, offering valuable insights into her personal and professional growth. She shares how overcoming challenges has molded her into the successful businesswoman she is today.Eager to delve deeper into Amena's inspiring story? Don't miss out! Take a listen and join us on this captivating journey of creativity, resilience, and success.Welcome to the Plywood Podcast: Real talk for social entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders.Plywood is a nonprofit in Atlanta leading a community of startups doing good. Over the past 12 years, we have worked with over 1000 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 about Plywood at PlywoodPeople.comPlywood is a non-profit in Atlanta training and supporting a global community of social impact leaders.www.plywoodpeople.com
Released:
Oct 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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