Birthday Week Playlist Curated by Julie
Hey y’all! 👋 The last few years have been a bit of a whirlwind, and I’m sure other young professionals out there can relate! We are dealing with constant change, finding our place in the world, discovering our values and strengths (and weaknesses!), and probably working through some self-doubt and imposter syndrome.
The greatest gift for me this year has been the sacred time during our podcast interviews. These hour long recordings allowed me to [virtually] travel to Australia, London, NYC, Atlanta, Bend, and many places in between to meet new friends who are leading movements, organizations, and programs that are making our world a better place. My eyes were opened to causes and personal experiences different from my own, and with each conversation my passion for the nonprofit sector grew even deeper. The world is really big, but also extremely small when you hit record and learn from those around you.
I’ve learned SO much over the last year, and for our first birthday I’ve curated a playlist of podcast episodes that I think especially hit home for young professionals! I hope you enjoy! 🎉
-Julie
11. How to Quiet the Fear + Embrace Risk - Diana Hartley
Fun fact: Diana was my amazing professor in my nonprofit management program in college. I spent many days in her office while I navigated the highs and lows of college! Don’t miss her advice in this episode!
16. Play the Long Game - Jonathan McCoy, CFRE & Becky Endicott, CFRE
This is one of my favorite We Are For Good core values. We may not see the fruit of the seeds we plant now for years and years to come, and I have to constantly remind myself that we are playing the long game.
15. How to Find and Center Your Values to Win at Work and Life - Brigette Zorn
Brigette led an amazing conversation around discovering your personal values + where to start!
17. Creating Social Impact Through Documentaries - Melissa C. Potter
Melissa shared amazing advice for how to develop a vision for your life and stay true to your course!
21. How to Start a Movement that Changes the World - Terri Broussard Williams
Terri, who calls herself a “recovering perfectionist”, shared advice specifically for young professionals in this episode! Her book “Find Your Fire” is amazing and currently on my nightstand!
24. Becoming a Radical Change Agent - Tycely Williams
Tycely shared 7 tips for becoming radical change agents for good and shared her advice around being brave not perfect.
29. Leveraging Young Professionals to Advance Your Mission - Shelley Danner
Shelley works with young professionals in Detroit through Challenge Detroit, and she shared her top leadership nuggets for young professionals! If you have ever been interested in joining a leadership program or cohort - this one is for you!
38. Real Talk: Anxiety, Imposter Syndrome + Finding Acceptance - Dr. Amanda Burke
I breathed a deep exhale after this episode. Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Amanda Burke, dove into how to stop being your own worst enemy and walk through some steps to rewrite the narratives in our heads.
49. 7 Tips to Cultivate a Growth Mindset- Jonathan McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE
As a young professional, be the voice pushing innovation, growth, and new ideas in your organization! Don’t get trapped in the “way it has always been!”
50. How to Conquer The Ask: Five Key Steps of Solicitation - Lindsay Simonds
Wondering about the key steps to making a fundraising “ask”? Dive into this mini masterclass with our friend Lindsay!
63. Real Talk: How to Recruit + Empower a Diverse Team - Kishshana Palmer
Are you finding yourself in your first management role? Don’t miss this episode with our go-to leadership and management coach, Kishshana Palmer!
70. How to Level-Up Your Nonprofit's Online Marketing - Dana Snyder
If you are a Millennial or Gen-Zer, you may find yourself in charge of the office social media. If you’re like me, social media isn’t totally my jam, but Dana is here to help!
91. The Impact of Self Doubt: How Discovering Your True Value Changes Everything - Eryn Eddy
How are you expected to make million dollar decisions, speak up in the boardroom, or present a new innovative idea if you are doubting yourself? This episode left me feeling empowered and more confident to battle self-doubt!
99. Disrupting the Crowdfunding Sector for Good - Max Friedman
Want to meet some young professionals taking the nonprofit sector by storm? Meet my friend Max and his team over at Givebutter 💛 Max shares a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the company's founding story that began in a college dorm room and has grown to become the #1 rated nonprofit fundraising platform in the world.
127. The New Rules of Thought Leadership + The Power of LinkedIn - Tania Bhattacharyya
Tania shares 9 guiding principles to build your thought leadership and leverage LinkedIn to build your personal brand!
128. How To Raise Money Without Feeling Creepy - Jenna Goodman and Nancy Jackson
Jenna and Nancy shared so many a-ha moments throughout their careers, and dove into some amazing advice for how to raise money without feeling creepy! 🎉 If you work in the nonprofit sector at any capacity, this is a can’t-miss episode.
133. The 3 Step Formula to Creating Lasting Social Change - Taneshia Nash Laird
Taneshia shared her 3 step formula to creating lasting social change, and I was in tears hearing her talk about living a life on purpose and building a legacy. I’ve had her One Good Thing on a sticky note since our interview: “Your current situation is not your final destination.”
