Productive Passions

From Trauma to Purpose: FemTech, Healing & Leadership with Roswitha Verwer | Ep 41

Today’s Takeaways
Trauma can be transformed into growth: Survivors often find meaning and resilience by exploring coping strategies like counseling, faith or community support.
Choose advisors who share your values: Founders and leaders should seek mentors and board members whose vision and ethics align with both their personal goals and the organization’s mission. In practice, clarifying expectations and shared principles upfront helps ensure advisors are fully committed and that the partnership drives forward progress.
FemTech is breaking taboos and meeting demand: The booming FemTech sector is driven by women’s growing awareness of their own health needs. By focusing on areas such as menstrual health, fertility, and vaginal wellness, FemTech startups are dismantling long-held stigmas and sparking important conversations around women’s health.
FemTech extends beyond products to education and changing bodies: While many innovations target female-specific health issues, the movement also emphasizes education for everyone. FemTech now spans menstrual and sexual health, pregnancy, contraception, menopause, and beyond, reflecting the reality that our bodies evolve over time and that understanding these changes is vital.
Build trusting teams through transparency: Organizational health relies on psychological safety and mutual trust. When leaders are open about needing space, support, or downtime, they empower their teams to be more authentic as well. Normalizing the full range of human experience creates stronger bonds and a healthier workplace culture.
High expectations go hand-in-hand with support: Effective leaders set ambitious goals while also providing the training, resources, and encouragement needed to achieve them. This combination of clear direction and strong support amplifies progress, builds confidence, and helps teams thrive without fear of failure or burnout.
Find Roswitha: 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roswitha-verwer-b2b636137/
Find YON E LI: YON E
Website: YON E Global YON E Health and 
IG: @yone.global @Yone.health
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Investor Magnet: Leading, Listening, & Landing Funding | Ep. 40

Today’s Takeaways:
Giving Fuels Growth  Bettina’s “flywheel” is built on giving, supporting, and championing others. The more she gives, the more her wealth and impact grow.
Invest in Founders First  Bettina backs people: character, courage, coachability, and emotional intelligence matter more than the pitch.
Founders Must Be Resilient Operators  Early-stage leaders are the salesperson, HR, CFO, and cleaner! Emotional stamina is essential.
Don’t Beg!  Be Irresistible  Confidence attracts capital. Frame your solution so investors want in (be a cat, not a puppy).
Ask “How Can I Help?” Before You Ask for Anything  Offer value first; build trust before requesting intros or investment.
Formalize Advisor Contributions  Use clear legal agreements (equity, success fees) when advisors actively deliver results.
Hire Around Gaps, Don’t Force Fit Founders  If the founder isn’t the best CEO, find complementary co-founders or board members who can step up.
Build High & Deep Moats  Focus on defensibility: product-market fit plus barriers that competitors can’t easily replicate.
Learn Fast from Failure  Courage to fail + ability to learn and iterate = a fundable founder.
Surround Yourself with Positive, Self-Aware People  Remove toxicity; choose advisors and teammates who lift you.
Play to Build Courage  Make time for fun and risky challenges  ,they train you to take bold business bets.
Give to Receive.  Be a Customer & Champion Supporting founders as a user or promoter is a powerful form of kindness and investment.
Find Bettina:
LinkedIn: bettina-briz-27879b/
IG, @bettina1474
Hubble: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hubblesocial/
Boardy: https://www.boardy.ai/
 
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The Accessibility Advantage: How Inclusive Design Drives Innovation and Entrepreneurial Growth | Ep. 39

Today’s Takeaways:
Design for All, Benefit Everyone • Remember that technologies created to empower people with disabilities often unlock efficiencies and greater equality for everyone. When you innovate with accessibility in mind, you’re not just helping one group—you’re lifting the entire community.
Continuously Update Legacy Solutions • Periodically audit older accessibility tools—like braille signage—to ensure they still meet users’ needs. If many blind users rely on smartphones over braille, explore digital alternatives (QR codes, NFC tags, voice prompts) that leverage devices people already use.
Co-Create with Your Audience • Invite the very people you’re designing for into every stage of product development: design sprints, usability tests, and marketing campaigns. Their firsthand insights foster empathy and reveal nuances you’d otherwise miss.
Embed Simple Self-Care into Your Workflow • Cultivate balance by practicing intentional breathing when stress hits, taking short walks to refresh your mind, or scheduling “creativity breaks.” These easy rituals not only restore calm but also spark new ideas.
Build a Growth-Minded Tribe • Surround yourself with mentors and peers who champion your progress. Regularly seek feedback, share milestones, and let advocates amplify your work as you advance in your journey.
Frame Early Projects as Experiments • Remove the pressure of “startup” labels in your earliest stages. Treat initial ideas as side projects, weekend experiments, or learning exercises. This mindset shift frees you to iterate without fear of failure.
Embrace Travel for Fresh Perspectives • Whether a day trip or international adventure, stepping outside your usual environment fuels creativity, broadens empathy, and feeds your passion for innovation.
Launch Now—Refine Later • Stop waiting for perfect conditions. Take that first step toward your dream today—then learn, adapt, and evolve as you go.
Find Idan:
Website: https://www.right-hear.com/
Email: Idan@right-hear.com
LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/idanmeir
 
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From Refuges to Retreats: Sustainable Shelters That Save Lives and Spark Luxury | Ep. 38

Today’s Takeaways: 
Answering a Higher Calling Nico walked away from a successful career to follow his true mission: bringing dignity to those facing the worst of humanity’s crises.
From Immigrant Dreamer to Global Changemaker Arriving with no connections, no English, and no funding, he turned a personal dream of emergency shelters into CMAX, a UN-recognized organization restoring dignity in disasters and conflicts.
Designing for Impact CMAX mobile shelters secure space for up to 10 people, boast a 30‑year lifespan, and support long‑term repurposed use.
Facing a Growing Crisis With 350 million displaced people today and projections of 1.2 billion in ten years, Nico’s scalable solution exemplifies how design and technology can meet future global needs.
A Call to Collective Responsibility “We belong to each other”—a stirring reminder that our shared humanity binds us to actively care for and protect one another in our darkest hours.
Redefining “Them” and “Us” Challenging the refugee label, Nico insists, “No, it’s WE we are refugees!” urging empathy and unity over othering.
Children: Our Future at Stake 60% of displaced people are children. What will become of our world when its next generation begins life amid profound trauma?
Healing Through Technology “We need to make use of our technology to heal the world,” he says—encouraging innovators to repurpose skills and tools for humanitarian good.
Life’s True Measure Reminding us that life ends in death, Nico urges: embrace uncertainty, live intentionally, and design the legacy you want.
Motivation Matters He warns against “do‑gooder” ego and recognition‑seeking, urging honest self‑questioning of our intentions before acting.
Self‑Care for Sustainable Service To best serve others, Nico stresses prioritizing one’s own well‑being; only at your healthiest can you truly uplift those in need.
Uniting in Shared Purpose What began as one person’s silent dream has grown into a movement “infecting” and inspiring many to build a more humane future together.
 
Find Nicolas:• Website: https://nicogarciamayor.org/• CMAXSolution: https://cmaxsystem.com/• LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-garcia-mayor/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cmaxsysteminc/
 
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Building Thriving Communities with Neal Collins: From Farm‑Centered Neighborhoods to Inclusive Housing | Ep. 37

Today's Takeaways:
Purpose-Driven Work Creates Meaningful ROI Consider how your daily work contributes to community wellbeing and environmental stewardship—sustainable development and social impact can deliver strong financial returns while creating lasting positive change.
Designing Community Spaces That Foster Natural Connection Healthy community spaces should encourage organic interactions rather than forced socialization. Smart real estate development can significantly reduce social isolation by creating environments where neighbors naturally connect.
Mixed-Income Housing: The Foundation of Thriving Communities Sustainable communities require both affordable housing and market-rate options. A thriving neighborhood needs teachers, healthcare workers, service professionals, and residents across all income levels to create genuine interdependence and economic resilience.
Reimagining Zoning Laws to Build Connected Communities Current U.S. zoning creates isolated silos that prevent spontaneous community connections. Mixed-use, walkable neighborhoods around working farms and preserved open spaces foster the relationships that make communities truly resilient.
Agrihoods: Food-Centered Community Development Build neighborhoods around working farms where residents participate in ecological stewardship, celebrate seasonal harvests, and share meals together—creating community bonds through shared food experiences and agricultural connection.
The Nutritional Advantage of Locally Grown Food Fresh-picked fruits and vegetables offer dramatically higher nutrient density compared to grocery store produce, which loses nutritional value during transport and is often treated with harmful ripening chemicals and pesticides.
Creating Housing for All Income Levels and Life Stages Resilient communities need housing options that serve young professionals, families, and elders across diverse income brackets. Prioritizing homes for those earning under $75,000 annually is essential for community sustainability and economic diversity.
Innovative Partnerships for Affordable Housing Development Collaborate with non-profit developers and community organizations to integrate affordable units into market-rate projects. These partnerships help meet municipal requirements while ensuring essential workers can afford to live where they serve.
Addressing the "Overhoused" Challenge Transform underutilized large homes—like elders living in oversized properties they've outgrown—into housing opportunities for local professionals who can't afford traditional homeownership in their communities.
Farm-to-Building Materials: Sustainable Construction Innovation Explore converting agricultural land to grow sustainable building materials, creating closed-loop systems that support both local food production and eco-friendly construction practices.
Pocket Neighborhoods: Human-Centered Design Principles Learn from Ross Chapin's pocket neighborhood model—small clusters of homes around shared green spaces that foster first-name relationships, community security, and wellbeing through design that honors human nature and social connection.
Legacy Thinking: Contributing to the Collective Whole Ask yourself: "How does my work contribute to the whole?" Pursue multidisciplinary returns on investment while creating meaningful work that builds thriving, resilient communities—proving you don't have to sacrifice profit to do good.
 
Find: Neal Collins• Website: chooselatitude.com• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/neal-collins-723515112
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Hustle, Heart & a Bold Idea: The Rise of PlayDate with Founder Nevine Coutry | Ep. 36

Today's Takeaways:
Key Success Traits: Dedication, passion, curiosity, hustle, determination and unwavering integrity are essential for entrepreneurial success.
Leverage Life Challenges: Personal hardships build resilience and perspective, helping you navigate business obstacles more effectively.
Women’s Confidence Gap: Women often underestimate themselves. Building strong networks and supporting each other is vital to closing that gap.
Investor Savvy: Learning to attract investors, and becoming one yourself represents both a challenge and a major growth opportunity.
Combatting Isolation: Tech platforms like PlayDate are crucial in reducing social isolation for single parents.
Untapped Market: Services tailored specifically to single parents remain largely unexplored, presenting fertile ground for new ventures.
🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Nevine Coutry• Website: gotoplaydate.com• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nevine-coutry-4a0197a• Instagram: @gotoplaydate• Email: info@gotoplaydate.com
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Designing Regenerative Futures: Action, Investment, Impact | Productive Passions | Ep. 35

Today’s Takeaways:
Act Now Don’t Wait for Regulation The time for action is now. We cannot afford to wait for policymakers or regulators to lead the way. Individuals, businesses, and communities must take initiative to build a more sustainable future. No sector can tackle this alone. By aligning policymakers, investors, industry and cultural leaders today, we can scale regenerative solutions far more rapidly.
Solution‑First Mindset Fixating on problems stalls progress. Instead, prioritize real‑world, scalable solutions: pilot eco‑friendly projects, celebrate successes, and inspire broader adoption. You’ll either be the model everyone emulates, or the cautionary tale they avoid.
Redefine Cost: Think Long‑Term, Not Just Upfront Dismantle the myth that “green” automatically means “expensive.” A systems‑based life‑cycle analysis factors in energy, maintenance, and carbon savings, often revealing that sustainable buildings pay for themselves over time. Growing demand has also driven down prices, and investors are increasingly drawn to the higher returns of green assets.
Adopt a Systems‑Based ApproachSustainability is holistic. From sourcing and site preparation through daily operation and eventual reuse, every stage matters. A well‑designed system not only delivers environmental resilience but also ensures economic durability.
Embrace Circular Economies in Construction Move away from “take‑make‑waste.” Reuse existing structures and materials rather than demolishing; minimize site disturbance; and preserve natural water flows. By keeping resources in use longer and reducing waste, we lessen negative community and ecological impacts.
Prioritize Ongoing Education & Public AwarenessAn informed public is a powerful catalyst. Host community workshops, expert panels, and online forums to demystify sustainable practices. When people understand both the risks of delay and the benefits of early action, they’ll demand greener policies, and adopt them in everyday life.
Vote with Your Dollars & Your VoiceEvery purchase, investment, and ballot shapes the marketplace and the policy landscape. Support green businesses, advocate for stronger sustainability codes, and teach youth the impact of mindful consumption and civic engagement.
Explore & Use Affordable Green Materials Today’s eco‑friendly building options rival or outperform traditional alternatives, including:
Hempcrete: Carbon-sequestering, high insulation value
Mycelium Composites (e.g., Myocrete): Biodegradable and fire-resistant
Bio‑cements (e.g., microalgae‑grown concretes) These materials are now cost‑competitive and ready for mainstream construction.(eg Prometheus Materials: https://prometheusmaterials.com/)
Sustainability Is a Smart Investment Green buildings and regenerative infrastructure deliver strong, long‑term ROI and often command higher property values. Institutional investors are increasingly prioritizing these assets as part of their core portfolios.
Capitalize on Emerging Investment Gaps With many governments scaling back funding, private capital must fill the void. Explore green bonds, impact funds, and community financing tools, and encourage local banks or philanthropists to channel resources into high‑impact sustainability projects.
No Perfect Start Date—Begin Today Waiting for ideal conditions only delays impact. Start small -  retrofit a building, launch a community garden, or form a solar co‑op. Early wins build credibility, attract partners, and lay the groundwork for larger initiatives.
Build Your “Circle of Genius” Collaboration is the cornerstone of innovation. Bring together people who share your passion but offer diverse skills such as engineers, financiers, designers, organizers, and co‑create solutions that none of you could achieve alone.
Design with End‑of‑Life in MindEvery material choice echoes into tomorrow. Prioritize renewable inputs, low‑impact manufacturing, and clear plans for recycling or repurposing at end of life, ensuring resources stay in circulation rather than heading to landfill.
 
🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Anya Freeman• Organization: Kind Designs
🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Yasmine Mahmoudieh• Website: mahmoudieh.com
🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Jennifer Koster• Organization: WerkWell, LivWell
🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Max Studennikoff• Organization: CC Forum
🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Neal Collins• Website: chooselatitude.com
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Empowering Women in the Creative Economy | Mentorship & Boundaries | Productive Passions | Ep. 34

Today's Takeaways:
Empowering Women in the Creative Economy
Power in Diversity Bringing together creatives from different backgrounds sparks fresh perspectives and multiplies impact.
Community-First Mindset Always design with sustainability in mind: leave something meaningful behind, not just a finished project.
Global Sisterhood When women uplift women across borders, they amplify talent, fuel entrepreneurial growth, and expand audiences.
Networking Playground A shared space for artists and administrators to swap knowledge, build relationships, and co-create bigger outcomes.
Own Your Agency Women thrive when they feel empowered to say “I can” and see real examples of others doing it too.
Coaching = Confidence Trust blossoms between mentors, investors, and entrepreneurs, especially when women guide women through shared challenges.
Boundaries Boost Creativity Clear “yes” and “no” lines protect energy and spark innovation plus cut down on frustration.
Embrace the “Stuck” Stretch Feeling stuck isn’t failure, it’s the launchpad to what’s next. Lean on allies, ask “Why not?” and notice the little nudges that keep you moving.
Culture of Care Regular check-ins and honest checklists (“How are you, really?”) keep projects and people thriving.
Self-Care as Strategy Stepping back to recharge isn’t optional: your best work comes from a healthy mind and body.
Authenticity Always Wins Skip the frills—being genuine connects you faster and deeper with your audience (and your team).
Candor with Kindness Speak up about red flags, own your concerns, and commit to respectful honesty collaboration soars when walls come down.
Ripple Effect of Support Your encouragement shapes children, families, and future leaders—often in ways you’ll never even see.
Art + Income = ImpactThere’s nothing wrong with making money from your art—in fact, financial success fuels even greater creative freedom.
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🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Lesli Robertson• Instagram: instagram.com/leslirobertson
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Roots of Revolution: Sustainable Farming for a Healthier America | Ep. 33

Today's Takeaways:
Innovation + collaboration disrupts for good.Treat “do-gooding” like a startup. Leverage creativity, research, local partnerships, and unlikely alliances to unlock breakthrough success.
Build win-win supplier partnerships.Treat your vendors as strategic allies: invest in their success (training, fair contracts, shared goals) so they’ll deliver higher-quality, more reliable supply, and you’ll strengthen your own long-term sustainability.
Invest in second-chance talent.In the S. Dallas community, one-third of men are in jail before they are 25, as a result, their opportunities are dramatically diminished.  Hiring formerly incarcerated individuals boosts local household incomes, reduces recidivism, and keeps dollars circulating in the community.
Co-create with community developers.Before launching a “do-good” initiative, partner with existing nonprofits, block clubs, and faith groups. Listen to residents’ stories, map local assets (ABCD), earn trust, and then bring proof-of-concept to investors and donors.
Validate demand and allies before you launch.Ask: “Is there real market demand for my solution? Who in this community can champion and distribute it?” Securing both customers and local partners is key to a successful start-up–style impact venture.
Disrupt norms to stand out.Examine accepted practices in your sector and ask: “Where can we reduce lead times, boost efficiency, localize production, or leverage different labor models?”
Build in flexibility and resilience.Plan for interruptions—weather events, supply shocks, regulatory shifts - by creating agile processes and contingency buffers.
Champion continuous improvement.Adopt a “we can do better” mindset at every level. Small, relentless tweaks compound into transformational change.
Active listening fuels community empowerment.Soliciting residents’ lived experiences, ideas, and participation ensures solutions are relevant, embraced, and sustained.
Fair pay underpins economic resilience.Ensuring equitable wages for all workers, regardless of background, bolsters spending power and local business growth.
Diverse, boots-on-the-ground teams create lasting change.Beyond vision and ideas, success demands hands-on effort and a coalition of complementary skills from local leaders and youth to academics and policy experts to drive sustained impact.
Other Takeaways
Restorative farming drives multi-dimensional impact.Creates local jobs, supplies seedlings & expertise to farmers, fosters cross-community collaboration, lowers carbon emissions, and strengthens food security.
Food as medicine combats chronic illness.Integrating locally grown, nutrient-dense produce into healthcare strategies helps prevent and manage chronic diseases.
Driving MAHA’s mission through aligned action.Revolutionizing how food is grown, harvested, and sourced to tackle poor diets, minimize environmental toxins, and champion clean-food initiatives via regenerative practices that rebuild soil, reduce chemical reliance, and promote biodiversity.
Embrace climate-smart, regenerative growth.Agriculture contributes to approximately one-third of the greenhouse gases contributing to climate change. Design every project to protect soil, reduce greenhouse-gas emissions, and buffer against extreme weather. Localizing food systems improves nutrient density and availability while lowering farmers’ risk costs and USDA payouts when crops are destroyed (the 2nd largest part of the USDA budget.)
Honor soil stewardship as timeless wisdom.“A nation that destroys its soil destroys itself” (FDR, 1937). Regenerative farming isn’t a fad—it’s a proven answer to both past and present climate challenges.
Spot hidden resource drain, then fix it.For example, Texas uses 75% of its land for agriculture but imports 95% of the vegetables they eat from California or Mexico, which uses the water
🎙 GUEST SPOTLIGHT: Owen Lynch & Doric Earle• Website: restorativefarms.org• Facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072498973518• Instagram.com/restorative_farms• Linkedin.com/company/restorative-farms/
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What If? Embracing Curiosity, Connection & Transformation with Jake, Axis Yoga | Ep. 32

Today’s Takeaways:
Embrace effortless connections. Notice and nurture those natural, uncomplicated bonds with others that energize you.
Honor your non-linear journey. The detours and unexpected turns often lead to your most rewarding experiences.
Acknowledge early influences. Your formative years leave powerful imprints. Don’t underestimate their role in your story.
Harness the power of slowing down. Quiet your mind intentionally to plant seeds of transformation.
Lean into community. Mutual support uplifts everyone; both giver and receiver benefit when we show up for each other.
Ask “what if.” Opening yourself to unconventional possibilities expands your horizons.
Silence the static. Beware of distractions, others’ opinions, and analysis paralysis that can stall you.
Iterate for impact. Consider refining your work based on how it serves others. Your creation may evolve into unexpected opportunities.
Ride the waves. When things feel overwhelming, break them into small steps; when momentum builds, embrace the flow.
Credit your champions. Name and thank those who support you! Acknowledgment deepens connection and collaboration.
Stay curious and adaptable. Seek new perspectives, admit mistakes, and pivot boldly when needed.
Prioritize self-care. Rest and reflection are where true growth - mental, emotional, and creative really happens.
 
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