As an entrepreneur, you have the ability to direct your time, resources, and energy into things you care about. Initially, it’s usually a hybrid of doing something you love and making money. Once you find success at that level, it quickly evolves into the question: How can I use this business and these skills to make a difference in the world? Roanne Adams, the founder and creative director of RoAndCo, is using as much of her time as possible to support two major passions—improving the wellbeing of female entrepreneurs and advancing regenerative business and agriculture. In this episode, we discuss how she built a creative agency now celebrating 18 years, why sustainability requires leadership, and what it means to be a modern entrepreneur who cares.

I'm confident that there should be an entire category of human design dedicated to producers. We often hear the term in the context of events or Hollywood, but we rarely talk about what it truly means as a job or calling. That’s unfortunate because being a producer often means making everything happen. Producers are essential to bringing ideas to life. Carling French is one such producer, known for glowing recommendations and rave referrals. Carling and I talk about what it takes to make big ideas a reality, how cool jobs can also be enjoyable, and the power of referrals.

Running a business is hard. Running a business while raising four kids and nurturing a passion for hosting—and then losing your husband unexpectedly—would be impossible for most. But Anne Michalesen Yahn is the exception. In this episode, we explore how she found her resilience, built a family of entrepreneurs, and embraced everything she loves about interior design.