33. Mobilizing Business and Community Impact During Times of Crisis
Release Date: 01/22/2025
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info_outlineLet's delve into the crucial topic of leadership during times of crisis. Whether you're a feminine leader, a business owner, a solopreneur, or an entrepreneur, knowing how to navigate through local emergencies and national administrative turmoil is essential.
In this episode, we’ll explore how communities, especially in times of distress, come together to provide immediate and long-term support. I'll also share my personal experiences relocating to Southern California and witnessing firsthand the incredible mobilization efforts during the LA fires.
We'll discuss practical ways for business owners to maintain operations while contributing meaningfully to crisis efforts. I will emphasize the importance of aligning social good with your business values and how doing so can prepare you to respond effectively during emergencies. Additionally, we’ll touch upon the significance of community and the feminine approach to leadership, advocating for a resourceful, abundant, and connected way of operating in these challenging times.
Stay tuned as we uncover ways to embed social good into your business, ensure alignment with your core values, and create a lasting impact. Whether it’s a local or global crisis, this episode aims to equip you with the tools and insights needed to lead from a place of compassion and strength. Let's get started!
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- The importance of community in times of crisis
- Setting yourself up for success by aligning business with social good
- The role of Feminine Leadership in todays initiatives
- Defining and Revisiting Your Values and Mission
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00:00 Leadership and Crisis Resilience
03:11 Responding to Crisis and Community
07:30 Empowering Women Through Collaborative Leadership
11:58 Empowering Nonprofit Involvement
14:45 Preparing for Business Agility
18:43 Embracing Feminine Leadership Today
23:21 Join the Abundant Leaders Mastermind
24:22 "Together We Thrive"