Many nonprofits invest valuable time and money into messaging that never quite connects. In today's episode, Josh Gryniewicz interviews Kurt Shaw about innovative strategies for finding and amplifying the voices that inspire action and change. You'll learn practical techniques for building trust, co-creating stories with community members, and using both fictional and non-fictional narratives to reveal deeper truths that challenge the status quo and create more genuine, transformative communication. Free 30-minute fundraising consultation for NPFX listeners: http://www.ipmadvancement.com/free Want to suggest a topic, guest, or nonprofit organization for an upcoming episode? Send an email with the subject "NPFX suggestion" to contact@ipmadvancement.com. Additional Resources IPM's free Nonprofit Resource Library: https://www.ipmadvancement.com/resources [NPFX] Flipping the Script: Using Narrative Strategy to Improve Messaging and Prevent Donor Attrition https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/flipping-the-script-using-narrative-strategy-to-improve-messaging-and-prevent-donor-attrition [NPFX] Breaking Down Barriers to Social Change https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/breaking-down-barriers-to-change [NPFX] How Nonprofits Can Stop the Spread of Fake News & Misinformation with Storytelling https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/how-nonprofits-can-stop-the-spread-of-fake-news-misinformation-with-storytelling [NPFX] When Your Nonprofit's Case for Support Just Isn't Working https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/when-your-nonprofit-s-case-for-support-just-isn-t-working [NPFX] Engaging Audiences with Effective Messaging & Storytelling — What Works on Tough Issues https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/engaging-audiences-with-effective-messaging-storytelling-what-works-on-tough-issues Josh Gryniewicz, founder of Odd Duck, a storytelling for social change consultancy, has spent his career in nonprofit. He served as the communication director for Cure Violence, an internationally renowned violence prevention program featured in the award-winning film The Interrupters. Josh helmed the rebrand of Integrate Health, a global health initiative in West Africa, helping increase their budget by nearly $1 million. Most recently, Josh led communication efforts for Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH), a program focused on national multi-sector data sharing to address social determinants of health. He is the co-author of the national bestseller, Interrupting Violence, a moving story of redemption and social change. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgryniewicz/ https://oddduck.io/ Kurt Shaw studied philosophy at Williams and classics at Harvard, but his most formative education came from two years in Central American refugee camps and Colombian slums, where he found the thinking of poor and marginalized people more compelling than that of many philosophers. Kurt built the world’s largest network of grassroots organizations serving street children, helping reduce the number of kids living on Latin American streets. With co-director Rita da Silva at Usina da Imaginação, he pioneered collaborative filmmaking with youth — directing the first feature made entirely by ex-child soldiers, producing an indigenous telenovela in Bolivia, and creating the first fictional film in the Amazonian Tukano language. Their film The Princess in the Alleyway was named Best Film of 2017 by the Subversive Cinema Society, and their 2019 documentary The Other Side of the Other aired for two years on Brazilian public TV. In addition to publishing academic articles, novels, and books on topics from political philosophy to Amazonian epidemiology, he’s also produced hip-hop and pop albums, and earned a Fulbright, Harvard’s First Decade Award, the Freedom to Create Prize, and the UN Intercultural Innovation Award. In 2022, he was named an Academic Visitor at Oxford University. https://usinadaimaginacao.org/ https://br.linkedin.com/company/usina-da-imagina%C3%A7%C3%A3o/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7QgkCOElSc https://shinealight.org Russ Phaneuf, a co-founder of IPM Advancement, has a background in higher education development, with positions at the University of Hartford, Northern Arizona University, and Thunderbird School of Global Management. As IPM's managing director & chief strategist, Russ serves as lead fundraising strategist, award-winning content creator, and program analyst specializing in applied system dynamics. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russphaneuf/ Rich Frazier has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 30 years. In his roles as senior consultant with IPM Advancement and founder of VisionConnect LLC, Rich offers extensive understanding and knowledge in major gifts program management, fund development, strategic planning, and board of directors development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richfrazier/ https://www.visionconnectllc.com/

Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White. In this episode, your host, Carl White, shares some surprisingly powerful sales lessons—straight from his bald little housemates (yes, his hairless cats). You'll learn why you should never assume someone’s not interested, how consistency beats brilliance, and the importance of focusing your energy on the right people. Carl also drives home why making the ask—clearly and unapologetically—is what separates average loan officers from consistent closers. This fun and oddly insightful episode is a reminder that charm, confidence, and persistence are all part of the sales game—so next time you need a little motivation... be the cat.

A Note from James:Man, what a fascinating career Robert Rosenkranz has had—multi-billionaire, involved in virtually every part of finance and American industry. He wrote a book called The Stoic Capitalist, and what really stands out is how he's actively applied stoic principles to achieve immense success throughout his career. Even from a young age, stoicism played a crucial role, guiding him through critical business decisions. It's a real pleasure speaking with Robert—an American icon.Episode Description:James welcomes Robert Rosenkranz, author of The Stoic Capitalist: Advice for the Exceptionally Ambitious, to discuss how applying stoicism's timeless principles helped him navigate pivotal career decisions and financial challenges. Robert candidly shares his experiences—from early high-stress deals to launching a private equity firm where he risked his entire net worth—and explains why stoic philosophy remains essential for rational decision-making in business and life. The conversation highlights how embracing uncertainty and questioning assumptions can lead to clarity and resilience in a constantly changing world.What You'll Learn:How to differentiate between rational risks and emotional fears in critical decisions.Strategies for recognizing and overcoming cognitive distortions like catastrophizing.Practical applications of stoicism in modern investing and entrepreneurship.Insights into adapting to rapid technological changes, particularly AI.The importance of spousal support and personal relationships in career success.Timestamped Chapters:[00:00] Introduction to Robert Rosenkranz[02:00] The First Major Deal and Stoic Principles[05:00] Risk and Rational Decision Making[09:00] The Role of Biographies and Early Influences[12:00] The Importance of Spousal Support[28:00] Stoicism and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy[34:00] Exploring Financial Trends and Technology[35:00] The Impact of Artificial Intelligence[36:00] Addressing Fears and Job Displacement[37:00] Adapting to Technological Change[44:00] The State of the US Economy[48:00] Investment Strategies and Market Behavior[54:00] Stoicism and Its Influence on Investing[57:00] The Role of Social Media in Society[63:00] Reflections on Public Service and Education[67:00] Conclusion and Final ThoughtsAdditional Resources:The Stoic Capitalist by Robert RosenkranzHow to Think Like a Roman Emperor by Donald RobertsonThe Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday"The Smoot-Hawley Tariff and the Great Depression" - The EconomistOpen to DebateOur Sponsors:Pack up and go even further with the Defender 110. Learn more at LandRoverUSA.com/DefenderHead to rugiet.com/JAMES and use code JAMES to get 15% off today!Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/ALTUCHERSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Young birds leave their nests in different ways. Some shuffle tentatively along the nearest branch and practice flapping their wings, while others take the "big leap." Which path they take depends upon their species and the location of the nest. Young Great Horned Owls clamber out of the nest to nearby branches where they flap their wings and make short, cautious flights, while they continue to be fed by their parents.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible. 

When I have conversations with Emanuel Prinz, I feel like I’m sitting down with the equivalent of Jim Collins in the business world. Instead of being satisfied with anecdotal stories, he and a research team have dug into hundreds of Gospel-movements worldwide to see what is actually happening and how we can emulate it.Emanuel Prinz helps ministries grow to movements. Find out more: www.catalyticleadership.info.Find the book we talked about today, "What Actually Starts Movements," on Amazon.Check out his blog & podcast at emanuelprinz.substack.com/aboutContact Emanuel directly: http://www.catalyticleadership.info/contact .Here are some of our discussion points, with time markers if you want to skip ahead.Deep Prayer: How much do movement catalysts actually pray? (15:12)Assertiveness vs Agreeableness (20:45)Influencing others’ beliefs (24:38)How Gospel receptivity affects movements: If the soil is hard, will we ever see a movement? (31:26)Busy-ness: One of the biggest movement blockers (33:46)What about non-catalysts? (39:07)How much time, on average, did it take for a catalyst to see a movement? (43:38)Radical learning (44:39)A final non-challenge (48:22) Get full access to Pheaney at pheaney.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Maddie shares the story of her first birth; planned as a home birth but ultimately ending in a calm and empowering caesarean. Diagnosed with polyhydramnios during pregnancy, Maddie went into labour and experienced a week of intense contractions that weren’t progressing. After being dismissed at hospital and told it was early labour, she trusted her instincts and returned a few days later, this time insisting on further assessment. Faced with pressure to induce, Maddie stood firm and chose a caesarean birth, which turned out to be a beautifully calm experience, one she would choose again in the future. We discuss: The emotional toll of prolonged early labour Trusting your instincts when you're not being heard Why a caesarean can be a positive and empowering choice A powerful reminder that trusting your instincts can lead to the right birth for you. Find out more about polyhydramnios here https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/polyhydramnios/  To learn more about my doula packages visit https://www.thenurturenest.co.uk/doula-services To purchase one of my courses, please visit https://www.thenurturenest.co.uk/courses If you have benefitted from this podcast and would like to say thanks, you can now buy me a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thenurturenest View my birthy book recommendations here https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/influencer-e2ad919d  Follow me on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/the_nurture_nest/ Follow me on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/thenurturenesthypno Get 10% off your birth pool here https://go.referralcandy.com/share/JKHGBJ3 Get 10% off a BabyCare TENS Machine. USE CODE 10NURTURENEST http://babycaretens.com?afmc=46

Last week, we shared our 2025 update on using AI in your homeschool — but this week, we’re zeroing in on one specific and powerful use: planning. From IEPs and portfolio summaries to chore charts, meal plans, and weekly schedules, AI can help lighten the mental load and streamline your homeschool management. In this episode, we explore how to use AI as your personal planning assistant, so you can spend less time juggling logistics and more time connecting with your kids. Find Secular Curriculum with our Resource Selector https://www.homeschool-together.com/secular-resources Support The Podcast If you like what you hear, consider supporting the podcast: https://homeschooltogether.gumroad.com/l/support Consider Leaving Us A Review If you have a quick moment, please consider leaving a review on iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeschool-together-podcast/id1526685583 Show Notes Chatgpt - https://chatgpt.com/ Gemini - https://gemini.google.com/app Claude - https://claude.ai/login?returnTo=%2F%3F Archive of Our Own - https://archiveofourown.org/ Mary McKemy Helping Us Educate with AI - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/369 Introduction to AI and Homeschool - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/333 NotebookLM - https://notebooklm.google.com/ ChatGPT Privacy Setting - https://askalibrarian.bu.edu/faq/418656 Connect with us Website: http://www.homeschool-together.com/ Store: https://gumroad.com/homeschooltogether Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/homeschooltogether Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/homeschooltogetherpodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/homeschooltogetherpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/hs_together The Gameschool Co-Op: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gameschoolcoop/ Email: homeschooltogetherpodcast@gmail.com

If you want to level up your real estate business and build lasting wealth, then learning how to creatively leverage private money is a game-changer. In a recent episode of “Raising Private Money,” Jay Conner sat down with Derek Dombeck, an expert with decades of experience in private lending, creative deal structuring, and wealth-building through real estate. Together, they unpacked practical strategies and mindset shifts that have helped Derek successfully structure thousands of deals while helping investors and sellers alike.Below, we’ll break down the top insights and actionable lessons from their conversation.Creative Deal Structuring: More Than Just FinancingDerek emphasizes that creative deal structuring isn’t just about finding different ways to fund a property; it's about using every tool at your disposal to solve people’s problems.For instance, many think that approaches like “subject to” (taking over a property’s existing financing) or seller financing are inherently creative. For Derek, those are just the basics. True creativity comes from recognizing the unique needs of the seller, the condition of the property, or the investor's goals, and then combining multiple strategies for a win-win outcome.Real-World ExampleDerek shares a deal where he purchased a property with existing bank debt (“subject to”), arranged for the seller to carry a second mortgage (sometimes at 0% interest), and leveraged private money in a third mortgage position to fund renovations. Each participant was protected and incentivized: the seller got steady principal paydowns, the private lender earned double-digit returns (including a share of profits through a “participating note”), and Derek maximized his leverage without overexposing anyone.The Power of Participating NotesA major gem from Derek’s toolbox is the “participating note.” Unlike traditional notes that just collect interest, participating notes allow private lenders to receive a share of the profits when a flip is complete or the property sells.This approach has several benefits:Aligns interests. Lenders are invested in the success of the project.Boosts returns. Lenders can potentially earn more than a flat interest rate.Eases cash flow. With interest accruing and some payments deferred until exit, it helps investors better manage project costs during rehab.The paperwork is straightforward: terms detailing profit splits and payout triggers are included in the promissory note—not buried in side agreements—ensuring transparency for all parties.Multiple Offers: Meeting Sellers Where They’re AtDerek’s approach to negotiations is all about options. Rather than pushing a single offer, he sits with sellers and outlines a menu:All-cash, quick-close offers.Seller finance with interest at a higher purchase price.Full-price (or higher) offers with 0% interest, paid out over time.Lease options or creative “installment” arrangements.This empowers sellers to choose what best meets their specific needs. In practice, many sellers are drawn to the financial advantages of terms deals—often netting more money over time, especially if they can take 0% interest and avoid a big tax hit.Equity Cushion and Risk ManagementNo matter how creative the structure, Derek never skips prudent risk analysis. He focuses on maintaining a healthy equity cushion—typically borrowing no more than 65% of after-repair value for flips, and up to 80% for longer-term rentals. This ensures there’s enough margin for error, market shifts, or unexpected expenses, keeping both lenders and the project secure.Building Relationships & Educating Private LendersAt the core of Derek’s strategy is education and open communication with private lenders. Explaining unique deal structures, being t

Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7S--In this video, I reveal how to enhance CRM systems using the deep research capabilities embedded in AI models like OpenAI. I share a step-by-step guide on creating effective prompts, connecting CRM systems such as HubSpot, and transforming insights into actionable strategies for revenue growth. I emphasize the importance of leveraging AI for data analysis and highlight the potential it holds to significantly improve business outcomes.Chapters00:00 Unlocking CRM Potential with Deep Research02:50 Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing Deep Research06:12 Transforming Insights into Actionable Strategies

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