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Music for a Book PodcastS3 E10: Playbook by Rebecca JenshakThis week, we ditch the clowns and get the crown because baby we’re the one to beat with our Superbowl-themed episode. Yes, we’re touching down, calling the amateurs and cutting them from the team to celebrate with the super cute sports romance Playbook by Rebecca Jenshak!
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2025-02-0540 min
Stable Moments PodcastYour Own Healing is Key to Trauma-Informed ServiceIn this episode, we dive into why your personal healing is the foundation of effective, trauma-informed care. From understanding the ripple effect of your own healing to breaking down barriers that hold you back, this episode will inspire and empower you to do the most important work of all—your own.
✨ What We Cover:
What is trauma-informed service and why it matters.
How unresolved personal trauma can impact your ability to serve.
Why "healed people heal people" is more than just a phrase.
The benefits of being a healed mentor or caregiver.
Actionable steps to start your...
2025-01-2913 minStable Moments PodcastBuilding Life Skills for Kids Transitioning Out of Foster CareWelcome to Stable Moments! In today's video, we're diving into essential life skills for young adults transitioning out of foster care. Our mentorship sessions are designed with trauma-informed, color-coded activities, but we understand the unique needs of youth preparing to enter adulthood.
🌟 What You'll Learn:
Tailored Activities: Discover age-appropriate life skill activities specifically for youth aging out of foster care.
Developing Strengths & Interests: Learn how to help kids identify their unique talents and passions. Career Development: Explore strategies for preparing for job interviews, resume building, and workplace etiquette.
Financial Literacy: Understand the...
2024-09-2524 min
Wander Within PodcastBritt and Carly Talk Diet CultureIn this episode Britt delves into the dirty depths of diet culture with friend and diet bashing enthusiast Carly Ng.Here are her recommenations for further exploration into this topic:Finding a HAES-Aligned ProviderThe founders of Intuitive Eating, Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, have a lot of resources on their website https://www.intuitiveeating.org IE Certified Counselor DirectoryASDAH has a HAES provider directoryBooksChristy Harrison's books:Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive EatingThe Wellness Trap: Break Free from Diet Culture, Disi...
2024-09-251h 04Stable Moments PodcastWhy Kids with Developmental Trauma StealExplore the complex reasons behind why children with developmental trauma steal and learn effective strategies to address and support their needs. Check out our trauma-informed mentorship model at www.stablemoments.com
2024-04-2427 min
The Evolved StylistEpisode 12- Unleashing Your Inner Magic: A Journey of Self-Love, Spirituality, and Sparkle with Britt CarmichaelWelcome to an extra friggin' sparkling new episode of The Evolved Stylist podcast, where your hosts, the dynamic duo of Rebecca Taylor and Sarai Fucking Spear, bring you an electrifying conversation with the one and only Britt Carmichael. Britt, a self-proclaimed magical sparkle unicorn, joins us for an unforgettable journey through spirituality, self-care, and the transformative power of embracing your authentic self.In This Episode:- Britt's Unique Journey: Dive into Britt's world as she shares her path from a hairstylist to a spiritual guru, retreat host, and yoga...
2024-04-221h 21
Vida The Podcast35. The Power of Intentionally Microdosing Psychedelic Mushrooms For Your Emotional, Mental & Spiritual Wellbeing with Ann-Britt Hakansson.Send us a textPsychedelic mushrooms have the ability to change your life. But you don’t have to go on a big “trip” for the medicine of mushrooms to positively impact your emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Intentionally microdosing psilocybin has become a known avenue for mental health support and personal development healing experiences. But what does it mean to intentionally microdose and how can you start integrating it into your life so you can let go of negative self-talk, connect to your self-love, and begin building healthy habits for change & growth? Vida invited Microdo...
2024-04-181h 18Stable Moments PodcastBig Ts and Little Ts - It's all traumaIn this episode, I'll be delving into the concepts of Big T and little t trauma in the realm of trauma, especially as they pertain to our work with kids in foster care. Join me as we explore how understanding these distinctions can better equip us as mentors to support these children. We'll start by examining the origins of the Big T and little t terminology and how it has evolved over time. Through personal anecdotes and insights, I'll share how these labels may not accurately capture the full impact of trauma on individuals' lives. As mentors, it's crucial...
2024-03-2722 minStable Moments PodcastUnderstanding ACES: Building Resilience through MentorshipIn this episode we dive into Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and their profound impact on human development.
Join as we explore how ACES shape both physical and mental health outcomes throughout an individual's life, particularly in the context of foster care and adoption.
In this episode, we uncover the significance of trauma-informed approaches in addressing complex trauma experienced by children in foster care and adoption systems. We highlight the importance of understanding ACES and the lasting effects they can have on individuals, while also shedding light on how Positive Childhood Experiences (PCES) can serve as...
2024-02-2826 minStable Moments Podcast#76: 4 Ways Mentorship is Therapeutic for Children with Complex Trauma NeedsIn this episode, we dive into the therapeutic power of mentorship for children with complex trauma. Explore 4 transformative ways mentors can heal trauma by showing up, demonstrating genuine interest, navigating relationships, and being positive role models. Discover the magic of mentorship in fostering resilience and healing for kids in need. 🌟 #ChildMentorship #TraumaHealing #MentorshipMagic 🔗 Don't miss our free webinar at stablemoments.com for more valuable insights. 👩💼 As a social worker, I realized the need for more than psychoeducation. Trauma-informed family therapy is fantastic, but some kids are therapied out. Stable Moments provides the active engagement and life skill development they need while hea...
2024-01-3127 min
Mormon.ishDoes Myth Matter? A Conversation with No Nonsense Spirituality's Britt HartleyOn this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon have a wonderful converstion with "No Nonesense Spirituality's" Britt Hartley. We discuss the concept that spirituality is a human need and is connected to the myths that join us together. Once we truly are able to connect to ourselves we can not only find purpose and meaning in life, we can also face difficulties along the way. Britt shares her own faith journey and the valuable lessons she learned along the way. We also discuss the state of religion in general, especially in terms of generational...
2023-12-011h 26Stable Moments Podcast#75: Dealing with Lying: Why Children with Complex Trauma LieIn this episode we explore why children with complex trauma lie, and the Fact or Fiction activity we can use to support children who lie as a coping mechanism.
2023-11-2923 min
Music for a Book PodcastS1 E9: "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros | Our Birthday Episode!!Welcome to our very special Birthday Episode! We saved the ultra popular Romantasy "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros for this episode. Strap in for a longer-than-usual journey as we follow Violet Sorrengail through her journey in the Rider's Quadrant at Basgiath War College.
Because this is our birthday celebration, we each picked TWO songs this week! Also, please note that is a long book, so we only scratch the surface of the plot, characters, etc., but we had so much fun with this and we hope you do too!
Our detailed review is *not* spoiler free. Follow Music for a...
2023-11-163h 36
The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast210. Prosecuting A Predatory Teacher And Heroin Recovery With Rebecca BrittRebecca Britt was a bright light when she was a child. That light slowly faded in a home life that constantly told her to shut up and sit down. She learned to be silent. She was silent when her brother introduced her to pot at 10 and she was also silent when her older brother’s friend began leaving her notes at age 12. She felt special that someone would want to have a relationship with her. What she didn’t realize that he was grooming her. At 12 she was raped. It was only discovered when she told her classmates about what...
2023-11-141h 08Stable Moments Podcast#74: Become a Child Advocate with Joan UlsherIn this episode, Joan Ulsher shares how her traumatic childhood led her to be a child advocate and shares her new book Misplaced Childhood empowering others to become child advocates. After foster care, Joan is returned home and subjected to more abuse. How can she be saved?
Misplaced Childhood chronicles one woman’s powerful journey to overcome a tragic past and use her “lived experiences” to inspire others. Wounded by poverty, child abuse, and foster care, Joan Ulsher discovers a purpose-filled life through military service and faith in God. This transformational journey of survival and triumph ultimately leads...
2023-08-301h 03
For Purpose LiveNonprofit impact data collection for beginnersAlright so I have talked a lot about choosing metrics that matter and it is amazing how many nonprofits think this is the end point. You define what you're trying to achieve, you create yummy metrics to demonstrate your impact and you even create key activities that will ensure you hit your metric goals done, done and done right? NO this is the starting point. Now you get to track the data and see if you’re actually hitting your goals, if these metrics are even feasible to measure, if your data collection methods work…so I think one of t...
2023-08-0223 minFor Purpose LiveHow to Build a Funding One-Pager Working SessionGet your free one-pager at http://www.forpurposelive.com/page PRACTICAL AND APPROACHABLE NONPROFIT STRATEGY THAT HELPS ORGANIZATIONS GET CLEAR, GET FOCUSED, and GET FUNDING SO THEY CAN BE IMPACTFUL without being overwhelmed by all the traditional nonprofit advice. Nonprofits don’t have to be grueling and Executive Directors shouldn’t be constantly exhausted. It takes courage to step out in faith and follow a calling and I believe the world needs the solution your nonprofit offers. Running a thriving nonprofit takes leadership, strategy, program evaluation and intentional fundraising but it doesn’t need to be overwhelming. Everything you do can...
2023-07-1938 minFor Purpose LiveWhy Nonprofit Founders should Focus on their Personal BrandMany nonprofit founders have a hard enough time trying to manage their nonprofit's brand with blog posts, newsletters, and social media that they don’t even think about their brand. In fact, they think they’re being humble by not promoting themselves and just promoting the nonprofit, but it is essential for founders to build their personal brand because the whole reason you are marketing is to make relationships, with donors, the community, strategic partners and we don’t make relationships with businesses, we make relationships with people. We want to know who’s at the helm, and who we’re ta...
2023-07-1226 minFor Purpose LiveUsing ChatGPT in Grant writing with promptsIn this episode, I dive into how to use Chat GPT to write grants. Nonprofit founders and executive directors are best positioned to win funding for their mission and now it’s easier than ever leveraging AI, Get your free one-pager at http://www.forpurposelive.com/page
2023-07-0516 minStable Moments Podcast#73: We Don't Fix KidsMany parents, mentors, and program directors feel the need to fix the foster kids we serve. It’s natural, but we don’t fix here, so I’m going to dive into what we do do, and how we can support everyone while just being in the thick of it.
2023-06-2827 minFor Purpose LiveScale Your Nonprofit and Make MoneyScale your nonprofit and make money by licensing your program model. Work less and impact more by allowing others to implement your replicable nonprofit program model. Get your free checklist at http://www.forpurposelive.com/model
2023-06-2824 minFor Purpose LiveHow Successful Nonprofits Fundraise when Starting and GrowingGet your free webclass at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets
2023-06-2124 minStable Moments Podcast#72 Replay: Navigating Sticky SituationsOn this week's episode we dive into some sticky situations submitted by Stable Moments locations. Many people ask "how does the approach look in action?" Here are some practical trauma-informed responses listeners can use when they are faced with sticky situations.
2023-05-2442 minFor Purpose LiveDeveloping you Nonprofit Grant Budget & TimelineI was recently hired to write a million-dollar, 1-year grant, but after actually working through everything the project would take, it ended up being a 3-year, 3 million-dollar grant and this happens often when grant writing. We think we know the cost and scope but when we really start writing it out its actually a much longer and more expensive project and it’s really important that you get the timeline and budget right because you don't want to be underpaid and you won't want to say you can do something in a certain amount of time and have it en...
2023-05-2423 minFor Purpose Live3 Mistakes Nonprofit Founders MakeHave you stepped out in faith to answer your calling by starting a nonprofit? If you have stepped out in faith to answer a calling by starting a nonprofit then I imagine you have found yourself praying for donations, or putting something off while you wait for God to move. In this video I’m invite you to step more fully into your calling by asking you to STOP just praying for your vision and I’m going to explore 3 mistakes nonprofit founders make and what they can do instead. Get your free FOR PURPOSE Method checklist at www.forp...
2023-05-1720 min
Full Plate Full CupGet Unstuck, Boost Productivity, and Stop Procrastinating (for Good!) with Britt FrankIn this life-changing episode, psychotherapist Britt Frank helps us understand the mechanisms of our nervous systems and how we can work WITH them – rather than against them. By teaching us how our brains function, the “The Science of Stuck” author provides science-backed tools to tackle the toughest career hurdles from procrastination to charging our worth to facing rejection. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what makes you tick and how to connect more deeply with yourself and your work. In this episode we talk about:Why there is no such thin...
2023-05-1650 minFor Purpose LiveHow to Demonstrate Your Nonprofit's ImpactIn this video, I share valuable insights on how nonprofits can effectively demonstrate the impact of their programs. As a nonprofit, it's crucial to showcase the effectiveness of your programs to your donors and stakeholders. You need to prove that your efforts are making a difference and having a positive impact on the community you serve. In this video, we will discuss the following topics: The importance of measuring and demonstrating program impact How to set measurable goals and objectives Effective methods to collect data and evaluate outcomes We will also provide practical tips and tools to help you...
2023-05-1021 minFor Purpose Live10 Ways Nonprofits can use Chat GPTLooking for an innovative way to help your nonprofit stand out and communicate effectively with your audience? Look no further than ChatGPT! Our powerful language model can provide your organization with customized prompts to use in chat interactions, giving you a powerful new tool to engage with donors, volunteers, and supporters. Whether you're looking to boost engagement, streamline your communication process, or simply stay ahead of the curve, ChatGPT can help. So why wait? Download our free prompts today and start making your nonprofit life a whole lot easier. Get your free prompts at http://www.forpurposelive.com/prompts
2023-05-0325 minFor Purpose LiveWrite Winning Nonprofit Funding Proposalsf you want to really upgrade your nonprofit’s revenue you want to secure funding from grants and corporate partners. If you are talking to the right people, at some point you will be asked to develop a proposal. Writing proposals doesn’t have to be overwhelming, so in this episode I’m breaking down the basic elements so you can start feeling confident about asking for some big dollar amounts. Get your free editable template at http://www.forpurposelive.com/proposal
2023-04-2620 min
The Maker's Playbook[REPLAY] - Falling into a Life of Ceramics with John BrittSend us a textWhile I take a long overdue break from the screens, we're replaying some of our most popular episodes!At the end of this original episode I reference The Community - our online home for makers. One of the coolest things about The Community (aside from being an amazingly supportive group of makers from all over the world rooting each other on and joining together to creatively brainstorm around the myriad of problems we all have to find solutions to), is that the doors are always open! So while this episode originally...
2023-04-211h 07For Purpose LiveNonprofit Budgeting and Financial ManagementGet your free webclass at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets
2023-04-1931 minFor Purpose LiveCan Nonprofits Make Money?Show Notes: Get your free webclass at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets In this episode, I explore the critical role of financial sustainability for nonprofits. Join me as I delve into the reasons why nonprofits must make money to effectively carry out their missions and make a lasting impact on their communities. As a nonprofit organization, you may wonder why generating revenue is crucial for your sustainability. We'll discuss how funding streams, including donations, grants, and earned income, play a crucial role in supporting your organization's operations, programs, and initiatives. We'll also explore how diversifying revenue streams can reduce...
2023-04-1226 minFor Purpose LiveFixing Nonprofit Culture | Skills & Interest AssessmentGet your free worksheet at http://www.forpurposelive.com/skills
2023-04-0526 minFor Purpose LiveHow to Build a Nonprofit Fundraising CommitteeIn this video, we'll be sharing tips and strategies for creating a strong and effective team that can help your organization raise more funds and achieve its mission. As you know, fundraising is a critical aspect of any nonprofit's success, and having a dedicated committee to lead those efforts can make a significant difference. We'll cover everything from identifying potential committee members to setting goals and creating a plan of action. Get your free funding one-pager at http://www.forpurposelive.com/page
2023-03-2936 minFor Purpose LiveSharing Nonprofit Survey ResultsMost nonprofits distribute some type of survey. Whether it is to evaluate their programs or gauge their staff satisfaction, nonprofits usually prioritize data collection of some sort. What nonprofits are not good at is using that data, or reporting it back out. So today I want to bring home how important it is to actually use your data and show you how to communicate findings with stakeholders. Get your free webclass at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets
2023-03-1525 minFor Purpose LiveTake criticism like a leader - LEARN MethodLearn how to nurture relationships and innovation in your nonprofit by taking feedback like a leader using the LEARN Method. Stop avoiding conflict and lean into criticism with the LEARN Method Get your free print out at http://www.forpurposelive.com/learn
2023-03-0818 minFor Purpose LiveAutomations Nonprofits Must HaveIt is so important you are setting up automations for your nonprofit organization. Automations are system-triggered actions that happen automatically taking away a manual process or a need for more staff. So today we are talking about how you can make automations work for you. Get your free webclass at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets Zapier: https://zapier.com/ Handwrytten: https://www.handwrytten.com/
2023-03-0129 minFor Purpose LiveHow to Build Nonprofit Funding One-PagersLearn how to build strategic one-pagers for your nonprofit that will help you secure funding and grants. Our free template provides founders, executive directors, and other for-purpose professionals with the tools they need to develop successful fundraising conversation starters. Get your free template at http://www.forpurposelive.com/page
2023-02-2230 minFor Purpose LiveKeeping Faith While Running a NonprofitDiscover how to keep the faith while you are following your calling and running your nonprofit. Learn how to change your perspective and live for purpose and feel rewarded while following God. Get your free web class at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets
2023-02-1534 minFor Purpose LiveFinding your CallingDiscover how to find your purpose and calling in life. Learn how to use God, nonprofits, and more to uncover your true calling and make a difference in the world. Get your free web class at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets
2023-02-0831 minFor Purpose Live3 Reasons Nonprofits Must Create Logic ModelsDoes your nonprofit need help developing a logic model? Learn why logic models are essential for nonprofits, and how they can help with determining metrics that matter, program evaluation, fundraising, grant writing, and creating a theory of change. Discover the three key reasons why every nonprofit should create a logic models for all their programs. Get your logic model template at www.forpurposelive.com/logic Check out my new course at www.forpurposelive.com/logic-model
2023-02-0113 minFor Purpose LiveNavigating Nonprofit Leadership PositionsDiscover how women can navigate leadership roles in the nonprofit sector. Learn 3 key strategies to help women become successful nonprofit employees and leaders. Get insights on the unique challenges women face when taking on a nonprofit leadership position. Get your free webclass at http://www.forpurposelive.com/secrets
2023-01-2526 minFor Purpose LiveThe number 1 nonprofit metric for impactI think we can all agree that metrics matter and that we must be measuring the effectiveness of our programs if we want to demonstrate impact… if you know me at all I believe it is our duty as people running nonprofits to demonstrate our impact. You don’t get the luxury of taking the public’s money to offer a public good without proving that you actually do what you say you do. If you have a mission…which if you’re a nonprofit you do…then you need to be able to measure in quantifiable terms how successful y...
2023-01-1121 minFor Purpose Live5 Simple Questions to set your Nonprofit off rightWooohooo its a new year… how many of you still have your head down, still motoring through from last year? You haven’t stopped to take a moment and reflect or set yourself up for the year to come. Well, thats fine I think a lot of nonprofits do this because there is so much to do and the show must go on right? But you owe it to your staff, board, volunteers and yourself to pause briefly to be thoughtful and strategic about making this year intentional adn better than the last. You don’t have to take any ex...
2023-01-0420 minFor Purpose LiveBuilding your 2022 Nonprofit Impact ReportWe’re at the end of the year and as much as I’m always talking about strategic planning and getting your IMPACT roadmap done, it's all for nothing if you don’t report back on what you actually accomplished and that is where your impact report comes in. Every nonprofit should have an impact roadmap (that's my version of a simplified strategic plan) and an impact report every year. Every nonprofit should be great stewards of their mission and the funds they receive to support that mission so you have to publicly lay out what you plan to accomp...
2022-12-2824 minFor Purpose LiveA Skill Every Nonprofit Leader Must HaveSo I’m a pretty direct person and the only reason being direct is perceived as being bad is because of the potential for the receiver to be offended…right? I tell clients that I’m going to shoot it to them straight and that my intention is to help and encourage them to not take anything personally. Most people get that, but why do I feel like I need to do this spiel? Because honestly most of us DO take things personally. It is impossible for us to not have some level of bias colored by our unique experi...
2022-12-2117 minFor Purpose LiveNonprofit Myths Crippling the IndustrySo I’ve been in the nonprofit world for my entire career and although I am an expert in the space there are a lot of things about the industry that I don’t like and am in fact on a mission to change. The good news is that there is nothing inherently wrong with nonprofits, they’re a great way to structure a business offering a public service. They require a board for checks and balances and give community members, funders, and other stakeholders the opportunity to give back to causes that speak directly to their heart…but nonprofi...
2022-12-1431 minFor Purpose LiveNonprofit Fundraising: What sets you apart?One of the biggest questions I ask clients during our IMPACT ROADMAP strategy sessions is, what sets you apart? You could have the best mission, and programs but if you aren’t super clear on what sets you apart from another organization, then you haven’t answered the question of why a funder should support you. Your “what sets you apart” statement is your competitive edge and it also gives you a confidence boost. Write a good “what sets you apart statement” and then read it every morning to resolidify your identity in your purpose to serve exactly the way you do...
2022-12-0715 minFor Purpose LiveStrategic Planning ReinventedHave you done your 2023 strategic planning yet? I know a lot of nonprofit leaders are overwhelmed by the strategic planning process and for good reason. As nonprofit leaders we want to make sure we are spending our time on high ROI activities and the old way of strategic planning just seems, well kind of pointless. I know you think you spend your time on things that matter, but you HAVE to be able to articulate that to stakeholders and funders, and the way you do that is through a strategic plan…or a document that says exactly what you ar...
2022-11-3028 minFor Purpose LiveTop 3 Barriers of Nonprofit FoundersWhat breaks my heart is that there are people who stepped out in faith to follow a calling to serve this world and now they are overwhelmed, burnt out, questioning the sustainability of their organization, wondering if they’ve done more harm than good, and just completely confused to why they’d be given a calling to step out in faith if they weren’t going to be supported in that decision. This breaks my heart because this was me. And after going from struggling nonprofit developer to scaling my program nationwide and now consulting, I find common themes among...
2022-11-2324 minFor Purpose LiveThinkific vs Kajabi for your nonprofitThere are so many online courses out there now and if you made it through the the COVID era without developing an online course, then you may find yourself irrelevant pretty soon. Maybe not, but we all know people’s attention spans are less and we have to find fun and creative ways to get our message through. People are getting used to online learning and because of this, other ways we used to get our material across is becoming well….ineffective. Aint nobody want to read about your research….sorry but its true. Creating ecourses for your nonprofit can br...
2022-09-2227 minFor Purpose LiveHow Nonprofits can use EcoursesThere are so many online courses out there now and if you made it through the the COVID era without developing an online course, then you may find yourself irrelevant pretty soon. Maybe not, but we all know people’s attention spans are less and we have to find fun and creative ways to get our message through. People are getting used to online learning and because of this, other ways we used to get our material across is becoming well….ineffective. Aint nobody want to read about your research….sorry but its true. Creating ecourses for your nonprofit can br...
2022-09-0826 minFor Purpose LiveLicense A Program ModelLots of nonprofits develop their own programming, because they have an idea to serve a population in a unique way and they have to come up with what that will look like. Unfortunately there isn’t a whole lot of sharing that goes on because even though we are all looking to serve people, there is still ownership issues, intellectual property issues and even ego when it comes to the nonprofit world. Program developers and nonprofits should be sharing their innovative ideas but you don’t have to give it all away. You can license your program model which allo...
2022-08-2526 minFor Purpose LiveHow to develop KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) For Your NonprofitIf you do any type of strategic planning or program development or even you run a program, you should have KPIs. They’re so important because we all need goals - but we don't need goals just to have goals, we need goals that help us determine whether or not we are working toward accomplishing our mission. In this episode, I’m going to walk you through a free worksheet to develop meaningful KPIs so you can start measuring what matters. Get your free worksheet at: https://www.kotulo.com/metrics
2022-08-1123 minFor Purpose LiveTheory of ChangeI know a lot of grants ask for a theory of change and people get really overwhelmed by this…like a deer in headlights - i’ve seen it, but you don’t need to be overwhelmed. What’s super cool is you already know all this information, you just need to get it down, and once you do you’ll feel so much lighter and have more clarity. In this episode, I walk you through a quick exercise to map out your theory of change and then condense it down into a 250-word paragraph, which some grants ask for. This...
2022-07-2818 minFor Purpose LiveSkills and Interest AssessmentAs organizations grow, and start hiring team members they usually assign a whole bunch of nonrelated tasks to different people. The same person who answers customer emails may manage social media. Or the person who handles accounting writes blog posts and manages events. It happens because you don’t have enough budget to hire a dedicated staff and once you find great people you want to involve them in everything, but as your org grows and you will need to make more hires. Ideally, your staff would have expertise in their dedicated role. There comes a time when you ne...
2022-07-1420 min
Not Just A Pony Ride33. Helping Children with Complex Trauma Needs with Rebecca Britt of Stable MomentsEpisode 33: Helping Children with Complex Trauma Needs with Rebecca Britt of Stable Moments
This episode features Rebecca Britt, creator of Stable Moments, a unique Equine-Assisted Mentorship program for children in foster care and those with complex developmental trauma. Developmental Trauma is trauma that happens in the first core years of development of a child’s life that can yield a variety of difficulties as those kids grow and develop including social-emotional, cognitive and behavioral struggles. Rebecca explains why children with these needs respond so greatly to working with horses and how her program helps meet those needs. Liste...
2022-07-0157 minThe Maker's PlaybookEp: 306 - Falling into a Life of Ceramics with John BrittSend us a textWhen you see a super well know potter's name somewhere - on the cover of a book, on a list of speakers at a conference, or anywhere else - do you ever wonder how they got there? Did they always know they wanted to do this? Or was their path a bit more windy (perhaps like yours and mine)? Have they reached this particular level of success because of a clearly laid out plan, or was it really most luck and timing? Well my friends, one of those names that pop up in...
2022-06-241h 04For Purpose LiveRoot Cause AnalysisWhether we like it or not, we’re going to run into problems and, as a leader of a nonprofit, we can’t ignore these problems. You may have a couple things you can think of right now where mistakes were made, or an event happened and you haven’t quite known how to address it. Today we’re going to discuss root cause analysis as a formal process you can take anytime something goes considerably wrong. This process should help you feel confident in attacking issues and making sure they dont happen again. Get your root cause analysis guide he...
2022-06-2328 minFor Purpose LiveAtomic Habits for your NonprofitIf you haven’t read Atomic Habits by James Clear it’s a must read - simply because we all have habits and we should understand how habits work. This book not only covers the psychology of habits and why most people have things they want to do but don't do them, but also gives you super practical action items to build positive habits and break negative ones. Nonprofits just like individuals have habits that either over time lead them to accomplishing their mission or derail efforts and in this episode I talk about how the principles in the book...
2022-06-0926 minFor Purpose LiveBuilding an Email List From ScratchMany of the nonprofits I speak to don’t have an email list yet, or they are just getting started and don’t have much of one. In this episode we discuss prioritizing that email list and give you practical advice to build and use it.
Get your free masterclass at http://www.kotulo.com/startup
2022-05-2620 minFor Purpose LiveHow To Pay Yourself From Your NonprofitEven after I realized that I had to start paying myself from my nonprofit, I didn’t know how to do that. Our donations were irregular, I wasn’t landing big multi-year grants that included my salary, so I wasn’t sure how to pay myself. Do I just take more money some months and none the others? In this episode, I show you exactly how to pay yourself from your nonprofit regardless of how little revenue you are bringing in.
2022-05-1223 minFor Purpose LiveWhen To Pay Yourself From Your NonprofitMany people go into starting a nonprofit thinking they will do this for free…but that's not a good idea. You need to build a sustainable business model so your mission and organization will live on long after you can run it and nobody else will be willing to run your baby for free. So, you need to build your organization to a point where it can sustain staff. Not just you, but a whole team.
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2022-04-2811 minFor Purpose LiveWriting winning proposalsIf you want to really upgrade your nonprofit’s revenue you want to secure funding from grants and corporate partners. If you are talking to the right people, at some point you will be asked to develop a proposal. Writing proposals doesn’t have to be overwhelming, so in this episode I’m breaking down the basic elements so you can start feeling confident about asking for some big dollar amounts. Get your free editable template at http://www.kotulo.com/proposal
2022-04-1424 minFor Purpose LiveFundamental Qualities of a Good LeaderAs a busy Executive Director you might be overwhelmed by all the leadership paradigm shifts that are being offered out there, but good leadership is actually pretty simple and there are a couple of foundational things, that if you focus your time on getting those qualities right - you will have a ton going for you as a leader. Get your free masterclass at http://www.kotulo.com/startup Join our facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/kotulononprofitacademy
2022-03-1715 minFor Purpose LiveBoost Your Organization’s Culture with these 3 QuestionsManaging a team is tough. Many Executive Directors don’t have any supervisory or leadership experience before starting their nonprofit and unfortunately, that is all too evident to their volunteers and staff. Good culture can make or break an organization. Is this a place where everyone works together, feels valued, and feels like their contribution is meaningful, or is this a place that is disorganized, some people get treated differently or worse than others, and people aren’t really sure where they fit in. A lot of nonprofit leaders KNOW they have poor culture but they don’t know what t...
2022-03-1020 minFor Purpose LiveAdvisory CouncilWhen developing an advisory council you want to make sure you define the core elements upfront. What’s the purpose of the council? How do they function? What are its policies? Who do you need and how and when do they meet? With all this laid out upfront, you are much more likely to have engaged advisory council members.
2022-03-0315 minFor Purpose LiveWriting Good SurveysHow do you feel about your surveys? Do you get a good response? Do you use all the data you get? As evaluation gains traction, more and more organizations are launching surveys. There are so many surveys, collecting so much data, but the truth is there are so many BAD surveys. Bad surveys ask for a whole bunch of data, take too long and worst of all are never really used for anything. In this episode, you will learn the survey basics to make sure your surveys have a purpose and are actually utilized for that purpose.
2022-02-2418 minFor Purpose LiveProcess EvaluationIn this episode, I want to help you apply an evaluation lens to your operations and processes. Hopefully, you have written some SOPs or policies, but we don’t just want those sitting on a shelf, right? We want to make sure they’re being followed and ensure that they are helping our organization be a well-oiled machine. So, process evaluation can help you get there. Here is the episode on developing SOPs: https://youtu.be/DYhaHogEziQ Get your free masterclass at http://www.kotulo.com/startup Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kotulononprofitacademy
2022-02-1714 minFor Purpose LiveProgram EvaluationWhen I started my nonprofit, measurement & evaluation was the last thing on my mind. I don’t even know if I had heard of it, but eventually, I realized even though I knew the work I was doing was impactful, I didn’t have much to show for it. I wasn’t collecting the right data to be able to really demonstrate my impact. This led me on a path to pursuing my master’s degree in Program Evaluation and now I look at everything with an evaluation lens. So, I want to break down what that means so you can...
2022-02-1021 minFor Purpose LiveStandard Operating ProceduresI’m amazed by how many nonprofits I work with, even big ones, that don’t have standard operating procedures. This causes huge headaches because EDs feel like “how” to do everything lives in their head, and they are afraid if they delegate tasks, they will lose work quality. With SOPs you have a set protocol for staff and volunteers to follow so you don’t have to do everything and you know things are getting done correctly. Plenty of nonprofits know they should have SOPs but stopping to create protocols for everything they do can seem super overwhelming, so in this...
2022-02-0321 minFor Purpose LiveThings Executive Directors Should Be DoingOne of the biggest complaints I hear from Executive Directors is that they do everything, or they wear ALL the hats. While the ED hat can encompass a whole bunch of things, you shouldn’t be wearing all the hats. In this episode I discuss the top three things that Executive Directors should be doing so you can make sure you’re spending your time where it counts. Get your free getting focused worksheet here: http://kotulo.com/focused Check out our episode on getting focused: https://www.kotulo.com/blog/get-focused Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com...
2022-01-2720 minFor Purpose LiveKeeping your Board EngagedThe success of an organization really starts at the top. You need solid leadership to make an organization thrive, and unfortunately most of the Executive Directors I speak to say their board is a pain point for them. A board is there to provide oversight for the ED and organization, as well as fundraise and contribute their time and talent, but many nonprofit leaders spend more time begging their board to get engaged and wishing they could hold them accountable to their commitments than being truly helped by their board. So in this episode, you will learn: How to...
2022-01-2026 minFor Purpose LiveThe Art Of Saying NoIf you’re going to be focused in 2022 you need to get good at saying no. Saying no can be uncomfortable and feel unnatural for many of us, so I want to help you exercise your no muscle and let go of any discomfort or guilt you may have about setting boundaries that will keep you focused this year. In this episode you will learn: How to clear nonessential things from your life How to evaluate whether or not you should say no How to say no with tact
2022-01-1318 min
Becoming You PodcastProtecting Your Energy For The Year Ahead - with Britt YapIf you’re working to improve your health, relationship with money, or to transform your energy for the next year, this episode is for you!! Betselling author and award winning journalist Britt Yap became a reiki master and healer after her own healing journey, and is a master of teaching others to protect their energy. In today’s episode, you’ll walk away with ways to quiet the noise around you and focus on what’s important. We dive into: Understanding our power to heal ourselves Redefining what it means to be a healer Understand...
2022-01-0243 minFor Purpose LiveCelebrate SuccessesI know people talk about celebrating successes, it might even be an agenda item at board or staff meetings, but do we really do it right? Do we really take the time to celebrate successes in a way that honors all we have done? It is so easy as executive directors of busy nonprofits to just move on to the next thing, but I think we all need to make a concerted effort to really celebrate our successes in a way that is meaningful and incentivizes us to accomplish even more In this episode, you will learn: 1) How to...
2021-12-3015 minFor Purpose LiveStrategic PlanningYou really should be creating a strategic plan each year. Some nonprofits don’t do this because they are too busy, others don’t know how to do them and they can’t afford a consultant, others do a strategic plan but its OVERLY complicated draining staff for the whole fourth quarter and unfortunately lots of nonprofits make a plan just to please the board but they don’t stick to it or maximize the plan to keep them focused on goals. It is important to make a plan and the good news is it’s actually better to make a sim...
2021-12-2318 minFor Purpose LiveAccepting Crypto DonationsGet your free Accepting Donations Comparison sheet at http://www.kotulo.com/crypto You would have to be living under a rock to not have heard about some type of cryptocurrency such as bitcoin, but up until now, it hasn’t really been on nonprofit’s radar as something they should be looking into. With approximately 3 trillion dollars invested in cryptocurrency, it is becoming quite popular and crypto investors have started to donate bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies and I’m here to tell you, you should get in on the action. In this video you will learn:
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2021-12-1624 minFor Purpose LiveGetting FocusedYou know why most nonprofits fail? The number one reason is LACK OF FOCUS. Without a clear mission stating what you are trying to achieve and without investing all our energy in mission-critical activities, Executive Directors find themselves trying to do everything for everybody and taking on the kazillion activities that are thrown at us but if we are going to build a sustainable organization and not completely lose our minds trying to do it we need to get focused and I’ve got some practical ways you can do just that as we head into 2022. In this video yo...
2021-12-0921 minFor Purpose LiveEnd Of Year CampaignDo you know that you’re supposed to have an end-of-year campaign but you’re overwhelmed at the thought of coming up with an idea, creating the plan, and making the ask? The end of the year is a great time to ask for donor support and when most people do their giving so you don’t want to miss out on available funding just because you didn’t ask. An End of Year campaign doesn’t have to be complicated and even though there are only a few weeks left to the year it is not too late to launch...
2021-12-0217 minFor Purpose LiveLogic Model VS Theory of ChangeGrab your free logic model template at www.kotulo.com/logic Join the facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/kotulononprofitacademy When I work with nonprofit clients to develop evaluative measures they often ask me, “Rebecca, what do we need?” What’s the difference between a logic model, a theory of change, which one should we focus on and how can they help us? In all honestly I most often get hired to help organizations develop a logic model because a grant requires one and the org sees it as just one more hoop to jump through...but logic...
2021-11-2516 minFor Purpose LiveNonprofit vs For ProfitCheck out my free masterclass at www.kotulo.com/startup
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I often get asked from those who have yet to launch their business whether or not they should start a nonprofit or an LLC or for profit. It’s a great question because there are some distinct differences and just because you are wanting to build a business around a social cause doesn’t mean it has to be a nonprofit, but there are some benefits to 501(c)3 or nonprofit status. So, in this epis...
2021-11-1717 minFor Purpose LiveWrite a Mission Statement that Doesn't SuckYou wouldn’t believe how difficult it is to find a mission statement that concisely articulates the results an organization is trying to achieve. There are so many statements out there that claim to be mission statements, but they leave me, and I'm sure other stakeholders, confused about why exactly the organization exists. Today I want to share a few pointers to help you develop a clean and clear mission statement. Get your free masterclass for nonprofit startups at www.kotulo.com/startup Join our facebook group Kotulo Nonprofit Academy https://www.facebook.com/groups/kotulononprofitacademy
2021-11-1117 minFor Purpose LiveYou're a Big FREAKING Deal!Nonprofit founders and executive directors take being humble to an extreme. Often when I am working with small programs and startups, I almost need to sell their program to them. Do I think arrogance and unchecked ego are good, no, but I feel like insecurity plagues way too many nonprofit founders and I’m here to tell you you’re a big fricken deal.
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2021-11-0414 min
Returning to UsHealing Trauma through Equine Assisted Learning & Mentorship: A Conversation with Equine Specialist Rebecca BrittLauren has an in-depth conversation with Rebecca Britt, an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning. Rebecca became involved with training horses as a child. In her career as a social worker, she realized the similarities of therapeutic intervention with children and training horses using natural horsemanship. From this realization, Stable Moments was born, an organization where community members play an active role in the lives of foster and adopted children. Rebecca talks about the importance of the mentorship program. And no…..you don’t need specialized training or a degree to make a difference in a k...
2021-10-1450 minFor Purpose LiveHarvesting Results TrailerWelcome to the harvesting results podcast! We are going to talk about everything nonprofit success including, nonprofit startups, leadership, operations, marketing, culture, building community, and my personal favorite, program evaluation. Make sure to join our facebook group - Kotulo Nonprofit Academy
2021-10-1414 min
Kvinner i vinden - en podcast fra P7 Kristen RiksradioRebecca LjoslandRebecca Ljosland var tidenes yngste helsebyråd i Bergen, og jobber nå i ledelsen på Haraldsplass sykehus i Bergen.
2021-05-1021 min
Re-Enchant Your LifeIdentifying as a Witch with Britt EpleyWelcome to The Re-Enchant Your Life Podcast with me, Rebecca Anuwen. On today’s Show I’m joined by Britt Epley and we dive deep into all things witchy, including: Witches and feminism Witchcraft and inclusivity The importance of identifying as a witch Coming out of the Broom Closet The burning of witch books Body positivity Crystal magic The importance of the inner work of being a witch “Do it scared” Connect with Britt: Instagram: @bestlifewithbritt & @wellandwitchy
2021-02-2245 min
The Crimes-PicayuneThe Murders of Rebecca Miller and Roderick CollinsThe bodies of Rebecca Miller and Roderick Collins were found in December 2002 off of a dead end road in Alexandria, LA. The relationship between the two has not been established almost 20 years later and authorities still don't know how they ended up together and murdered. If you know anything about the murders of Rebecca Miller and Roderick Collins, please call the Alexandria Police Department at (318) 449-5099 or call the Rapides Parish Crimestoppers line if you would like to remain anonymous at (318) 443-7867.
2021-02-0819 min
The Well & Witchy PodcastWitchy Titles, Cerridwen, and Baby Witch Tips with Rebecca AnuwenIn this episode Britt sits down with Rebecca Anuwen. Together they chat about witchy identity, Rebecca’s path, her work with the Welsh goddess Cerridwen. We also talk more about Rebecca’s work and how you can get involved!
Rebecca-Anuwen is a modern-day witch, author, priestess and kinesiologist. She teaches you to trust your intuition and use your magic to create real change in your life. She is head witch at The Witch Academy; the place to take your magic and life to the next level. Rebecca also runs the ReEnchant Your Life Podcast, which I was luck...
2021-02-0355 min
Adoption Wise#111: Equine Therapy for Children with Early Adversity with Rebecca BrittJoin us as Rebecca Britt, the founder of Stable Moments, she shares her story of growth as a young adoption caseworker and her later development of a unique equine therapy program. This conversation is fascinating for those of us who want to understand more about our children's fear responses. Children can be mentored to learn new awareness of themselves and skills for relating to others - both horses and human.
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Relevant Links
Stable Moments Website
Stable Moment on Instagram
#30: How Horses Can Help Kids Heal
Melissa and Lisa on Rebecca's Podcast
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2020-12-0141 minStable Moments PodcastNavigating Sticky Situations with Rebecca BrittOn this week's episode we dive into some sticky situations submitted by Stable Moments locations. Many people ask "how does the approach look in action?" Here are some practical trauma informed responses listeners can use when they are faced with sticky situations.
2020-10-2142 min
The Gramma Esther Pod with Britt Warner#8 - Rebecca MayerRebecca Mayer has worked on TV shows like Intervention, FabLife, The Biggest Loser, and is now EVP of Programming & Development at Banijay Studios North America. We talk non-linear journeys, trusting your wisdom, running at the fear, and being high-powered in pajamas. Find her on IMDb.
Theme song: "There's Still Time" by Gramma Esther
Featured song: "No Age" by October's Child
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2020-10-121h 41Stable Moments PodcastReflection and Clarity of Vision with Rebecca BrittIn this episode I take some time to reflect on what we’ve learned in the first 35 episodes and reposition ourselves with a new vision for the podcast.Listen in while I talk about a new vision to build an army of people that are interested and willing to take responsibility for our foster youth and who are supportive of foster and adoptive families. I want this to be a place where community members feel like they can make a difference, where they feel good enough to make that difference and believe that they can be a bi...
2020-09-3021 min
Stable Moments PodcastPractical tools for when the work gets tough with Rebecca HubbardIn this episode Rebecca Hubbard, LMFT gives us practical tools for when this work gets tough. She gives us suggested language to use, and sensory activities to encourage healing and regualtion. Whether you are a foster parent or just a parent, a mentor, or a program director, there is something for anyone interacting with kids in this episode.Rebecca J. Hubbard is a master's level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, children's book author and co-owner and co-founder of Global Equine Services For Professionals, LLC.Follow her on facebookFollow Pecan Creek on facebook
2020-08-121h 07
Stable Moments PodcastChild Welfare and the Police with Travis BrittIn this episode I sit down with one of my most favorite people, my husband, who also was a police officer in Atlanta for 10 years who answered many 911 child welfare calls. He gives us a bit of a ride-along, while he shares how cops interact with child protective services and the courts to make sure children are safe.
2020-05-2046 min
Foster Care: An Unparalleled JourneyStable Moments with Rebecca BrittWe talked with Rebecca Britt from Stable moments a little while back on her podcast. This week we talk to her about how she is helping kids with her program "Stable Moments." Her journey involved her own trauma and abuse that went unnoticed at a young age and a relationship with a horse that helped her begin to heal her trauma. She began by using a horsemanship program and local volunteers to share that healing message with kids in her community. Now her program has spread to several different states and may be available near you! ...
2020-04-031h 11
Foster Care: An Unparalleled JourneyStable Moments with Rebecca BrittToday we talked to Rebecca Britt from The Stable Moments Podcast. She found our podcast and wanted to talk to us about our involvement with kids who have experienced trauma and ended up in the foster care system. Her organization, Stable Moments is a mentorship program curriculum utilizing equine-assisted learning and community mentors to achieve life skills for children impacted by early developmental trauma. It was a great opportunity to talk to someone who works toward the same goals as us, from a different angle. You can find her at stablemoments.com and her podcast at stablemoments...
2020-02-281h 16
Yoga Birth BabiesUnderstanding Preeclampsia with Rebecca BrittEver wonder why at all of your prenatal visits with your care provider you have your blood pressure checked and often leave urine sample? It’s because your care provider is checking for a serious condition called preeclampsia. Never heard of it? No worries! In this episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies, I speak with community education & engagement manger of the Preeclampsia Foundation, Rebecca Britt.Rebecca uncovers all of the signs and symptoms and gives a helpful explanation of preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome. By the time you finish listening to this episode, you can move forward with confidence and e...
2018-09-1338 min
Big Vision PodcastEmpowering Women Artisans: Rebecca Kousky, Founder of NestRebecca Kousky is the Executive Director and Founder of Nest, a nonprofit organization that empowers female artists around the world using a unique combination of interest-free microfinance loans, mentoring from established designers, as well as a market in which to sell their crafts.
You can learn more about Nest at http://www.buildanest.com
A transcript is available on my blog, Have Fun Do Good.
Music credits: "Mango Delight," by Kenya Masala. "In the Quiet," by Olivia Greer on 4 Songs.
2010-02-1022 min