Generous Change
51 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsDream of quitting your day job to become an entrepreneur? Making any big change? Get real, down & dirty advice from two real (awesome) women on how (and how not) to start your own business, deal with huge change & search for balance. Jenna Goodman and Nancy Jackson took the leap and quit their jobs as successful fundraisers to go all-in on Generous Change, their nonprofit fundraising consulting company. Come with them on their wacky entrepreneurial journey! Get inspiration to be more productive*, get organized, stop procrastinating & be generous - to yourself, your business & the people you love. *Wine...lots of wine.
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What's In a Name? Part Two
August 11, 2022 20:55 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBOn day 1656, it’s part two of “What’s in a name?” We dig into the “Generous” in Generous Change. It’s amazing how many things one little word can mean. For us, generosity lies in time, attention and opinion. What does “generous” mean to you? When do you feel most generous? When have other people been generous to you? For bonus points, what’s the opposite of generosity for you?
What's In a Name? Part One
July 11, 2022 16:21 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBMore than 1627 days ago, we chose to name our business (and our podcast!) Generous Change. Coming up with a name was crazy hard! So, we're reflecting on its meaning, how much Generous Change represents not only our business, but who we are and who we want to be for the amazing people we serve. In this episode, we're tackling the "Change" in Generous Change. Turns out, there's a whole lot in a name!
Leadership Is...
June 15, 2022 14:46 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBLeaders eat last. Lead from every seat. Leaders are made not born. When it comes to leadership, you can find plenty of corporate jargon and coffee mug slogans. What we forget is a leader is someone people follow - for good or for bad. On day 1607 of entrepreneurship, we're digging into what leadership really means to us and the kind of leadership we hope for you (hint...the good kind).
It's Been A Minute - 048
May 23, 2022 19:08 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBWe're still here! But it's been a minute...or six months...since our last podcast. On day 1593 of entrepreneurship we're going behind-the-scenes on where we've been, lessons we've learned, painful personal growth 2022 has forced us into, and where we're goin' if the universe allows it. There's some expletives, hard topics and a few tears, so buckle up.
S2E3: Greetings from Santa Fe
November 10, 2021 17:14 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBHow do you recenter? Refocus? Recharge? For us, it’s a RETREAT! What better way to reaffirm your purpose, restate your core values and reignite your excitement than a beautiful getaway? This year, we headed to Santa Fe for great food, a tough hike, a spa experience and 4 days of focused, creative time together . Whether you’re a business-owner, team-leader or just need some time away, we’ll share tips on making your retreat memorable and magical.
S2 E2: You're Hired!
October 29, 2021 19:39 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBWE’VE HIRED! As we eek ever-closer to 4 years of entrepreneurship, we’ve hired our very first Chief Growth Officer for Generous Change. We were blown away by the awesome applicants who responded to our job posting. If you’re experiencing any part of The Great Resignation - whether you’re on your own job search or you’re trying to hire someone amazing - we’ll walk step-by-step through each element of our simple, one-page job description and share some tips on how to authentically connect with...
S2E1: Why We Closed For a Month
October 19, 2021 13:28 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBWe closed for one whole month?! If you’ve ever dreamed of a little sabbatical or at least more than the standard 2-weeks of vacation per year, we’re right there with you! In our high hopes to prioritize vacation, we’re exploring how closing the business for 30 days worked…and didn’t. On day 1415 of entrepreneurship, we’re still learning big lessons about how we work, how we play and what balance really looks like.
Focus - 044
June 21, 2021 13:45 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBOn day 1275 of entrepreneurship, we're at the very edge of launching our brand new major gifts course for small nonprofits called Raise Money. Check it out and register here! Warning: there's a bit of rambling in the first 8 minutes of this long-delayed podcast because we just needed a dang break! After brainstorming, writing, rewriting, filming and full-on creating a new, wildly comprehensive course, we're analyzing the value of FOCUS - where & when & what to focus on, how & why to set boun...
Breakthroughs - 043
May 05, 2021 15:50 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBYou know that feeling when you've been thinking on something so hard your brain actually hurts? You've just been chewing on it and churning it over and over in your mind and then...wham!...you have a breakthrough 💡. And it feels like freedom and lightness and sunshine ☀️. On day 1219 of entrepreneurship, we're exploring the pain and the satisfaction of breaking through tough problems and coming out on the other side.
Renewal - 042
March 23, 2021 14:30 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBThis winter has been brutal! If you're feeling like a starving, sleepy bear coming out of hibernation, you're not alone. On day 1191 of entrepreneurship, we're overly excited about spring and exploring 4 ways we're experiencing renewal - physically in our diet and exercise 🏋️♀️ (here's a sweet dance class that'll leave you smiling and sweaty), emotionally in our relationships 👯♀️, mentally in our purpose and mission 🧘♀️ and spiritually in our hopes for the future 🔮. If you're desperate fo...
The New Better - 041
March 05, 2021 16:12 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIf the phrase "the new normal" makes you puke a little 🤢, you're not alone. On day 1176 of entrepreneurship, we're calling it "the new better." The pandemic has caused us all to go through a forced elimination diet in our lives. We had to cut out flying, restaurants, parties, live music, holidays and worst of all, hugs. 😢 As you edge toward the possibility of adding these things back into your life, what will make you feel not just normal but...better?
Planning - 040
February 01, 2021 20:54 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBPlanning?! 2020 blew up so many of our best-laid plans. So far, 2021 isn't exactly easy breezy, either. When so much feels out of control, what's the point of planning? What if your plans are less about improving yourself and checking the boxes and more about how you want to feel? On day 1142 of entrepreneurship, we're exploring a different kind of planning that's all about resilience, the ability to change your mind, the capacity to truly know, say and do what you want and the awareness of ...
Reflection - 039
January 07, 2021 22:02 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB2020 may have been the most tumultuous year on record. Generous Change crashed, burned and was reborn. This year shaped us in ways we never expected and, on day 1115 of entrepreneurship, we're reflecting on the good and the terrible. With insane gratitude, a new-found humility and dogged determination, we're asking big questions to make the most of this insane year. What will you take with you from 2020? What do you want to leave behind? What are you most proud of? What do you NEVER want to ...
Selling - 038
December 04, 2020 19:59 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBSLIMY, SMARMY, AGGRESSIVE: When author, Dan Pink, asked 5000 people for the first word that came to their minds when they thought of sales, these were the top three. But, the truth is we are ALL selling EVERY DAY. You sell project ideas to your boss, restaurant choices to your partner and picking up toys to your kids. On day 1087 of entrepreneurship, we're exploring the bright side of selling, its closely maligned cousin - fundraising! - and 4 critical keys to more successful, less slimy & ...
Winterproofing - 037
November 18, 2020 17:14 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBWINTER IS COMING. On day 1077 of entrepreneurship, it's getting cold here in Kansas. Which means it's dark way too early and there's less time outside. Which just plain sucks. But we're not letting winter bring us down! This episode is all about winterproofing. What are the little things you can do to protect yourself from the winter blues? Can you redefine what cold really means? Will you stock up on soft, warm things and candles? Listen for some tips and tricks we're planning to keep us w...
First Things First - 036
November 09, 2020 21:01 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBOn day 1058, just a few days after our 3-year business-iversary, we're still experiencing firsts. Nancy just bought and moved into her very own beautiful home! Jenna just bought her very first set of wireless headphones (which don't sound as good on the ol' podcast, but sure are comfy on Zoom). The older we get, the less we experience firsts. When's the last time you were a beginner? How can you exercise your courage muscles and try something for the first time? In a year when time is both ...
Trick or Treat Yo Self?!? - 035
October 22, 2020 14:19 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn the Halloween spirit, we're digging deep into tricks: What tricks do you play on yourself to get through the day, the week or just plain old tough times? What good and bad things have you tricked yourself into believing? And treats: What are your favorite Treat Yo Self moments? Where were you? Who were you with? What can you do now, during this weird time, to treat yourself? On day 1049 of entrepreneurship, we're at different places on the trick or treat yo self spectrum. Nancy's in the ...
Rethinking Reviews - 034
September 24, 2020 14:16 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBOn day 1037, our 3-person start-up is just 2 months away from being three years old. We're doing grown-up business things like an 8-month review for our fabulous COO, Kelsey. Despite Kelsey's dislike of reviews, we all recognized the power of this one for our company. After many of the scariest months in our lives and the life of this business, we spent hours discussing where we've been, where we are now and where we're going. If you despise reviews - giving them or getting them - try using ...
Do Less - 033
September 10, 2020 21:05 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBWhy is September always so busy? Is it the start of school? Is it because it's the end of summer, so we all feel like we're supposed to get down to business? We’ve heard from so many amazing ladies that they're feeling stretched thin right now. And honestly, always. This feeling of never-enough, has Nancy and me obsessing over this tough question: Why do we believe our value is measured by how hard we work or how much we do? To dig into this question and more, we are exploring tak...
Wild & Free - 032
August 12, 2020 16:02 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBOn day 1009, Generous Change has gone wild! After a magical time in the mountains, we're feeling recharged, calm and oddly free. Listen for the birds in the background as we explore what makes us feel wild and free. When have you felt most free? What does nature mean to you? When's the last time you did something hard and scary? When, where and with whom do you feel the most you?
DAY 1000! - 031
August 04, 2020 18:08 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBIt's DAY 1000 of entrepreneurship! We're shocked that only 8% of start-ups survive their first 1000 days. Put differently, 92% of start-ups fail in their first 1000 days. Those are some seriously tough odds, but we're still here! And we're examining advice on how to be here for another 1000 days.
UPLIFT Week 4: How have you grown?
June 22, 2020 15:50 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBThis is the last week of 4 whole weeks of UPLIFT! 😃 Yay! and boo! 😒 You've inspired us with your honesty, your determination, your hopefulness and your laughter. WE'RE NOT DONE! It's day 965 of entrepreneurship and we're still asking ourselves and you: What have you learned during this pandemic? How have you grown? What do you want to take with you and what do you want to leave behind? Who will you be? How can you lift someone else up? Michelle Obama always says it best...“For me, becoming i...
UPLIFT Week 3: Who are you really?
June 15, 2020 15:50 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBIt's week 3 of virtual UPLIFT and we're gettin' really real. On day 958 of entrepreneurship, we're obsessed with Glennon Doyle’s beautiful book, UNTAMED. Giant questions we're grappling with that we hope will inspire you, too: Why do you think you’re broken when you have a bad feeling? Can you own ALL the pieces of you and be accepting of even the tough stuff? Who are you really and do you have the guts to show all the way up? Are your dreams your plans?
UPLIFT Week 2: Who are you becoming?
June 08, 2020 18:05 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBOn day 951 of entrepreneurship, we recognize that we're all becoming a different version of who we were before the pandemic. We're inspired by Michelle Obama's book and Netflix documentary, Becoming. Who are you becoming? How can you show up unapologetically and entirely yourself in all contexts? How are you dealing with control and the lack of it in this tough time? Are you focused on perfection and arriving at a goal? Can you focus more on the journey and becoming? Stick with us to the ...
UPLIFT Week 1: What brings you joy?
June 01, 2020 20:03 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBUPLIFT is our retreat just for women in development planned for June 4&5 in Miami. But, since we can't be together in Miami , we're bringing UPLIFT to you (even if you're NOT a lady in development) throughout the entire month of June! So, the next 4 podcasts will be a little different. We're talking just to the ladies (sorry, guys , but you can still totally listen!) In this first week of UPLIFT, we're exploring joy – not just happiness, but bubbly, bright, sparkly joy! In these past few...
Life From Home - 026
May 08, 2020 14:49 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBOn day 913 of entrepreneurship, we're all up in life from home - working, cooking, exercising - just plain old BEING from home every day. We feel like this time at home has shown us who we really are - the good, the bad and the ugly. We're also revisiting The Desire Map (from episode 22) to see how this moment has changed our core desired feelings. How are you holding up? Feeling super-present and super-scattered all at the same time? You are not alone. Let us know how you're doing at tea...
Day Number 6,625,004??? - 025
April 24, 2020 20:53 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBDay number....um...6 million 625 thousand and four?? Who the hell knows? Ok, we do know. It's day number 892 of entrepreneurship. We're trying to choose the very best contagions - optimism, gratitude, presence. With so much new, so much unknown and so much out of our control, how are you holding up? If you're stressed, worried, anxious, distracted and exhausted - YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Can you find a little joy today? Can you grow just a teeny tiny bit today? Sending you virtual hug...
Love as a Verb - 024
February 24, 2020 19:04 - 43 minutes - 29.5 MBWhat does it look like to do love? It’s day 836 of entrepreneurship and Valentine’s Day, so we’re sharing our four ingredients of L.O.V.E. and singing a whole lot of love songs. Whether you love Love Day or are a Hallmark Holiday Hater, doing love as a verb every day will make you happier and make the world a better, more generous place.
Three's Company - 023
February 17, 2020 16:25 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBAre you facing a big decision? Thinking of making a huge change in your life? On day 820 of entrepreneurship, we're interviewing our new COO, Kelsey, about why she took the leap and quit her job (with a pension!) to join Generous Change. As a new mom working for a start-up, she shares her biggest fears and wise advice for anyone at a crossroads. Warning: There are so many "YAYs!" in this episode because three really is a company!! YAAAAY!!
The Desire Map - 022
February 04, 2020 17:21 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBWhat if you put your feelings first when setting your goals? On day 806 of entrepreneurship, we dive into a resource that has changed the way we are setting our own goals for 2020 – The Desire Map by Danielle LaPorte. Danielle reminds us that most people don’t actually want the goal itself, they want the feeling they expect will come from achieving it. So instead of constantly chasing goals, take some time (a lot - this is a big book full of big questions!) to explore your desired feelings....
Love Your Meetings! - 021
January 15, 2020 22:46 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBOn day 779 of entrepreneurship, we're not the brightest bulbs on the shelf. But we're exploring a topic that impacts so many of us - meetings! We've heard from so many of you that you're sick and tired of meetings. You're having too many. They're unproductive. They feel like a painful punishment that steals hours of your life and prevents you from getting your real work done. What if you could transform your meetings? Make them more meaningful, more productive and less frequent? We've got so...
730 Days - 020
November 25, 2019 21:56 - 1 hour - 46 MBIt's the 2-year businessaversary of Generous Change. Wanna know the best thing about being an entrepreneur? The worst? How has entrepreneurship changed Nancy and Jenna? Think they ever wanted to quit? Celebrate, reminisce and dream big on day 730.
The Ultimate Paradox - 019
October 30, 2019 20:08 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBExcitement, pride, anticipation, terror, pain, anxiety are just a few of the opposites we're feeling on day 715 of entrepreneurship. Just 15 days away from 2 full years in business, we're exploring the top 10 lessons and crazy paradoxes of livin' the dream.
A Toddler Business - 018
October 17, 2019 14:04 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBDay 687 of entrepreneurship has us celebrating our little, unsteady, adorable toddler business. Like other toddlers, it's full of mystery, madness, pure joy and crazy tantrums. Listen for the top 10 tips we've learned for dealing with (and enjoying) your toddler business and life, in general.
Your Voice - 017
July 31, 2019 14:45 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBOn day 602 of entrepreneurship we want to hear your voice! Do you hate the sound of your own voice? Are you the one who sits in the back of the room hoping you won't be called on? Do you keep quiet to avoid conflict? We see you and we're exploring how to speak up and take a stand.
Girl Power!!!!! - 016
July 02, 2019 04:25 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBOn day 588 of entrepreneurship, we're celebrating GIRL POWER! We just hosted the inaugural UPLIFT, a 2-day retreat for women in fundraising in Phoenix. Those 21 ladies blew us away and we are still reeling from the connection, honesty and bad-assery in the room. We believe: It's time for a new workplace. Minimum compliance & maximum widget production are in the past. For innovation, collaboration and nimbleness, we must focus on building healthy teams, embrace the personal as integral to ...
Travel For Work
May 17, 2019 03:38 - 31 minutes - 22 MBOn day 545 of entrepreneurship, we're exploring travel for work. If you travel for work, you know it includes both magic and mundane, retreat and regret, love and loathing.
Try New (Hard) Things - 014
April 29, 2019 16:43 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBOn day 531 of entrepreneurship, we're exploring trying new HARD things. 3 big ideas: 1) Name your fears. Say them out loud. There's science behind this! Once you give your fears a name, they are less scary. If you're terrified of a change, stressed out about work or a big decision, write down your fears. Then, tell someone! Talk it out. 2) Everyone else DOESN'T have it all figured out. Let's stop trying to appear so damn perfect. Everyone is a beginner at something at different times in our...
Growing Pains - 013
March 25, 2019 17:10 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBIt's day 478 of entrepreneurship! We're pumped about UPLIFT, our retreat for women in development and we're thinking about growing pains - not the sitcom - the actual physical & mental pain of change. If you're changing ANYTHING, join us to explore: the pain of growth how to embrace piles of failures what to do with wavering confidence the tricky role of ambition your real aspirations the beauty of imbalance
The Year of Feelings - 012
February 21, 2019 16:53 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn day 429 of entrepreneurship, we've decided 2018 was the year of feelings. While Jenna is anti-resolution and Nancy is pro, we both agree that 2019 is going to be AWESOME! Feel more feelings with us as we explore goal-setting without self-punishment. Because you're good enough, smart enough and doggone it, people like you!
Favorite Things of 2018 - 011
January 25, 2019 14:36 - 56 minutes - 39 MBIt's day 402 of entrepreneurship and the end of 2018! We're reviewing our very favorite books, movies, wine, food, music, places, advice, realization and generous moments.
Iconic & Uplift - 010
December 06, 2018 18:33 - 53 minutes - 30.9 MBOn day 384 entrepreneurship, we're exploring the beauty & benefits of conferences. We've attended a gazillion in this first year, but we're focusing on a truly transformative retreat: Ali Brown's Iconic. We're also hosting our own retreat for women in development: UPLIFT. Get on the list here!
Unforeseen Consequences - 009
September 12, 2018 00:20 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBOn day 283, we're exploring the unforeseen consequences - the good and not so good - of entrepreneurship. Big Ideas: Embrace every day. Treat it like the insane gift it is. Cry when you need to. Also, throw things. We won't judge you.
Creativity Killers & Boosters - 008
June 27, 2018 14:38 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBOn day 230 of entrepreneurship, we're realizing how fundamental creativity is to business and life. What kills your creativity? What boosts it? How can you make more? Think more? Play more? Laugh more? Be more inspired? Our challenge: be less "busy" and more creative! xo Jenna & Nancy
Jen Sincero's 10 Secrets to Badassery - 007
May 30, 2018 15:47 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBIt's freaking day 193! That's one half of a year of entrepreneurship. We're feeling lots of feelings - growth, excitement, pain, weepiness and happiness - usually all in one day. In this episode, we share (and remind ourselves) of the amazing Jen Sincero and her 10 secrets to badassery. We were so super lucky to meet Jen in Wichita at Watermark Books. We're still nerding out about it.
Social Media Marketing World 2018! - 006
May 06, 2018 15:42 - 34 minutes - 16.2 MBOn day 148, we've been entrepreneurs for 40% of a year! Gulp. Yay! In this episode, we share our top 10 lessons from the Social Media Marketing World conference in San Diego. This thing blew us away with insanely valuable lessons for EVERYONE! We're already signed up for 2019 - come with us!
Employee to Entrepreneur - 005
March 16, 2018 13:57 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBOn day 106 of entrepreneurship, we're (almost) recovered from the hangover of going from employees to entrepreneurs. Out of the fog of fear comes EXCITEMENT & INSPIRATION. In this episode, we share tips from amazing bosses on how to be a better manager, better employee, better partner, better parent...just better! Whether you're considering a new job, hiring a new employee or thinking of taking the leap into a new career, these tips will remind you what we're all striving for - at work a...
Failures, Fears & Panic Attack II - 004
February 21, 2018 18:50 - 31 minutes - 18.6 MBOn day 64 of entrepreneurship, we've had some failures, a lot of fear and a second panic attack. Being self-employed, making a huge life change or taking any risk is not glamorous - it's damn hard work. In this episode, we share our own failures & fears and an awesome exercise from the founders of Warby Parker that made our business stronger. Whether you're a solo entrepreneur, considering going into business with a friend or just facing a big decision, this monthly 360 exercise can help you...
Shingles & A Panic Attack - 003
January 25, 2018 23:56 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBWhat are you afraid of? Us? Being broke, heights, drowning and brown recluse (just to name a few). Entrepreneurship brings its fair share of fear. It can stop you from doing something stupid or motivate you. For us, it's done both. In this episode, we share tips and actual exercises to work through fear. Hint: sometimes you have to take antivirals. Boo.
Perfection is the Enemy of Done. - 002
December 21, 2017 18:55 - 27 minutes - 12.9 MBAre you a perfectionist? A procrastinator? Yes and yes? You're not alone! We'll share a few tips on what (and what not) to do to get yourself unstuck.