In this episode, Linda explores her transition from the corporate world to a career centered on social impact and leadership. She discusses the vital role of community in fostering leadership and how her vision has evolved to support extraordinary women leaders worldwide.

The conversation delves into social impact entrepreneurship, highlighting the balance between profit and purpose and clarifying misconceptions about the interplay between business success and social good. Linda also emphasizes the importance of continuous education for aspiring entrepreneurs and discusses the decision-making process between social entrepreneurship and government lobbying.

The episode covers the differences between nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises, explores funding options, including grants and venture capital, and offers advice on pitching to investors and crafting effective business plans.

Highlights:

{06:30} Leadership and Community

{11:30} Social Impact Entrepreneurship

{17:30} Balancing Profit and Purpose

{21:30} Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Social Enterprises

{26:30} Decision-Making in Social Impact

{36:30} Funding and Investment in Social Ventures

{41:30} Investor Pitching and Business Planning

{46:30} Role of Women and Minority-Owned Businesses

Linda Fisk bio:

Linda Fisk is a multi-award-winning leader, keynote speaker, podcast host, TEDx speaker, best-selling author and university professor dedicated to amplifying and extending the success of other high-caliber business leaders.

She is the CEO of LeadHERship Global, a community of unstoppable women enhancing their leadership blueprint and embracing their power to be the best version of themselves- in work and life. As Chairwoman of LeadHERship Global, Linda supports and guides ambitious, creative women to move in the direction of their purpose, their mission, and their dreams with powerful connections, critical support, practical tools, and valuable resources to show up, speak up, and step up in their careers and personal lives.

Connect with Linda:

Website: https://leadhershipglobal.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadhershipglobal