The Real Purpose Podcast

Ep. 8 - Helping Others

Springtime can be a time of decluttering and refreshing but can we giveback to others as we freshen up our spaces?  Of course we can.  Michelle and Trevor discuss the different ways we can help others and the positive impact it can have. Story #1: You never know when your health could be compromised and that is what has happened for this couple. Sponsors: Summerhill Florist, The Pink Wand, Big Springs Plumbing & Heating, 100 Men Who Give A Damn, Montana’s Restaurant, David Bowman Painting, Triple Sweat (Push Cycling, F45, 9 Round) Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/u1L5ar6X0fY [https://youtu.be/u1L5ar6X0fY] Purpose Pick: Diabetes (small household items, electronics, toys, clothing, shoes and cars!) https://www.diabetes.ca/get-involved/donate-clothing---more [https://www.diabetes.ca/get-involved/donate-clothing---more] Calgary Inter-Faith (furniture, household items, toys, clothing) https://interfaithfurniture.ca/?page_id=10 [https://interfaithfurniture.ca/?page_id=10] Kidney Foundation (cars) https://kidney.ca/kidneycar [https://kidney.ca/kidneycar] Women Shelter (clothing, jewelry, furniture, household items) https://www.womeninneed.net/make-a-donation/donate-goods/ [https://www.womeninneed.net/make-a-donation/donate-goods/] Habitat For Humanity (appliances, cabinets, doors, hardware, flooring, furniture, HVAC, outdoor, lighting, lumber, paint, plumbing, roofing, tile, etc.)https://www.habitatsouthernab.ca/restore/donation-guidelines?hsCtaTracking=93f21082-c283-469a-9a2b-ec4d5ea4696a%7C1159e3e3-999d-4303-9ede-f8a7a3a81382 [https://www.habitatsouthernab.ca/restore/donation-guidelines?hsCtaTracking=93f21082-c283-469a-9a2b-ec4d5ea4696a|1159e3e3-999d-4303-9ede-f8a7a3a81382] Staples (tech recycling) https://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/sustainability-center/recycling-services/ [https://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/sustainability-center/recycling-services/] London Drugs (electronics, light bulbs, small appliances, styrofoam, etc.) https://greendeal.ca/recycling [https://greendeal.ca/recycling] Library (books, DVDs, CDs) https://www.airdriepubliclibrary.ca/About-Us/Supporters/Donations [https://www.airdriepubliclibrary.ca/About-Us/Supporters/Donations] 100 Women Who Give A Damn (office supplies) http://www.100womenwhocareairdrie.com/wish-list/ [http://www.100womenwhocareairdrie.com/wish-list/] Mentions: Lioness of Airdrie http://www.airdrielionessclub.com [http://www.airdrielionessclub.com/] Watch the FULL podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fVz2Mshn3oc [https://youtu.be/fVz2Mshn3oc] Airdrie Angel: https://airdrieangel.ca [https://airdrieangel.ca/] The Carre Group: http://www.thecarregroup.ca [http://www.thecarregroup.ca/] Switchback Creative: http://switchbackcreative.ca [http://switchbackcreative.ca/]

Ep. 7 - Love For All People In All Ways

Since it’s Valentine’s month we thought we would talk about the importance of love.  Not just romantic love but the love we have for our family, friends and others. Story #1: It’s been a challenging time for Bob and his family of 5.  After their family went down to one income they eventually had to face bankruptcy.  Now they are trying to rebuild as they stay focused on their family. Sponsors: Summerhill Florist, Push Cycling, 9 Round, F45, Big Springs Plumbing & Heating, 100 Men Who Give A Damn, Montana’s Restaurant, Rotary Club of Airdrie, Ainsley Woodward, Kids Up Front, David Bowman Painting Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rb9NH7Fcq1M [https://youtu.be/rb9NH7Fcq1M] Story #2: Starting a business can be difficult and it can take time to get things off the ground.  When you have a young family the pressure is even greater and it can feel very lonely.  We gave a lift to this family as they face these challenges. Sponsors: Project Linus, The Pink Wand Cleaning, Big Springs Plumbing & Heating, 100 Men Who Give A Damn, Montana’s Restaurant, David Bowman Painting, Push Cycling, F45, 9 Round Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Chvzp3EgTKY [https://youtu.be/Chvzp3EgTKY] Purpose Pick: We don’t promote specific belief systems or theologies on the podcast, however after our conversation we thought that Corinthians 13:4-8 summed up love in a beautiful way.   https://www.bible.com/bible/111/1CO.13.4-8.NIV [https://www.bible.com/bible/111/1CO.13.4-8.NIV] Watch the FULL podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WbN2ZgC01EQ [https://youtu.be/WbN2ZgC01EQ] Airdrie Angel: https://airdrieangel.ca [https://airdrieangel.ca/] The Carre Group: http://www.thecarregroup.ca [http://www.thecarregroup.ca/] Switchback Creative: http://switchbackcreative.ca [http://switchbackcreative.ca/]

Ep. 6 - Random Acts of Kindness

We kick off our first episode of 2020 chatting about Random Acts of Kindness.  A simple concept with a big impact.  We chat about different ways people can do Random Acts of Kindness and the mind shift to get you thinking about others more often. Story #1: Pat has a long family history of cancer and has been fighting it herself for many years.  She’s gone through various treatments and it has now spread leaving the doctors with very little they can do.  She recently received the news that she has about 3 - 6 months to live and is approaching the rest of her life with grace and positivity. Sponsors: Summerhill Florist, The Pink Wand Cleaning Services, Rotary Club of Airdrie, David Bowman Painting, Oranj Fitness, Montana’s Restaurant, Daddy Daughter Hair Day,  McCarthy & Sons Services, 100 Men Who Give A Damn Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WsbNnMJaIwc [https://youtu.be/WsbNnMJaIwc] Story #2: Kaitlyn is a single mom raising a young daughter.  She is going to school and working.  On top of her busy life she has been facing medical challenges that have resulted in a lot of stress and loss of income.  Despite the troubles she is facing she still helps people around her and tries to build others up. Sponsors: Montana’s Restaurant, Kids Up Front, Refurbish Renovations, Oranj Fitness, Daddy Daughter Hair Day, Crossfit 403, Ross Hope, Kimberly McArthur, Venue Church Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FU9-TM1FMAM [https://youtu.be/FU9-TM1FMAM] Purpose Pick: Jonathan Zittrain shares a positive spin on the internet and how in some ways it’s a Random Act of Kindness… https://www.ted.com/talks/jonathan_zittrain_the_web_as_random_acts_of_kindness [https://www.ted.com/talks/jonathan_zittrain_the_web_as_random_acts_of_kindness] Watch FULL Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MYULNYcHuwk [https://youtu.be/MYULNYcHuwk] Airdrie Angel: https://airdrieangel.ca [https://airdrieangel.ca/] The Carre Group: http://www.thecarregroup.ca [http://www.thecarregroup.ca/] Switchback Creative: http://switchbackcreative.ca [http://switchbackcreative.ca/]

Ep. 5 - Giving Back Strategies for 2020

As we embark on a new year (and decade) we often consider new years resolutions for ourselves or build a plan for our business but did we set any goals around giving back?  Today Michelle and Trevor explore the different ways business can proactively plan their giving back strategy. Story #1: Cheryl went in for a routine procedure but things did not go as expected and she ended up in the hospital for 6 months!  With her husband at her side Cheryl is now home again and doing better but not without a real scare. Sponsors: Vitreous Glass, Summerhill Florist, Daddy Daughter Hair Day, Mezzanine Hair Studio, The Pink Wand Cleaning, Rotary Club of Airdrie, Oranj Fitness, 100 Men Who Give A Damn, Big Springs Plumbing & Heating, Venue Church Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/54vl_fNivBI [https://youtu.be/54vl_fNivBI] Story #2: Despite a diagnosis of an aggressive cancer, you will hear during this emotional conversation that Michelle is choosing to maintain a positive outlook for herself and her family. Sponsors: Vitreous Glass, Montana’s Restaurant, Daddy Daughter Hair Day, The Pink Wand Cleaning, Abe’s Modern Diner, SvB Events, Oranj Fitness, 100 Men Who Give A Damn, Visionary Chows, Refurbish Renovations, Big Springs Plumbing & Heating, Rotary Club of Airdrie Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D1ID7_Dz7jw [https://youtu.be/D1ID7_Dz7jw]  Purpose Pick: The Anti-CEO Playbook - https://www.ted.com/talks/hamdi_ulukaya_the_anti_ceo_playbook/transcript?language=en [https://www.ted.com/talks/hamdi_ulukaya_the_anti_ceo_playbook/transcript?language=en] Watch Full Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BLzq3WFRVCk [https://youtu.be/BLzq3WFRVCk] Mentions: SureCall, White Collar Boxing, McKee Homes, 2020 Alberta Winter Games, The Hair Lounge, Shamrock Shimmy, Airdrie Food Bank, Thumbs Up, Airdrie Chamber of Commerce, Astoria Asset Management, Airdrie Puppy Pals Airdrie Angel: https://airdrieangel.ca [https://airdrieangel.ca/] The Carre Group: http://www.thecarregroup.ca [http://www.thecarregroup.ca/] Switchback Creative: http://switchbackcreative.ca [http://switchbackcreative.ca/]

Ep. 4 - Gratitude Creates Happiness

This month we are talking all things gratitude!  Suzy joins Michelle this episode as they discuss gratitude personally and in business. Suzy shares a great idea for a gratitude practice.  And we are reminded that sometimes a simple "thank you" can mean the world to someone! Story #1: Stacey and Mike have a beautiful daughter Ruby, who has Scoliosis.  She’s been through a major surgery already and has to go through it again.  This surgery means Christmas in the hospital.  Her older brother, Theo is so supportive and this family is united in their journey.  We’re so happy to be able share this package with them. Sponsors: Jason & Tara De Weerd & Friends, Project Linus, Summerhill Florist, Re-Ferbish Group, Anna’s Spa & Wellness, Daddy Daughter Hair Day, City of Airdrie, Oranj Fitness Airdrie, 100 Men Who Give A Damn Airdrie, Big Springs Plumbing & Heating, Venue Church Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/VFwA5SiOuWg [https://youtu.be/VFwA5SiOuWg] Story #2: The middle son in this family has a tumour deep in his brain that is inoperable.  Various treatments haven’t worked and they are taking it all one day a time.  Meanwhile, the Dad was also in car accident last spring that made him unable to do his job.  It’s been a tough road for this family and we hoped to lift their spirits with this package. Sponsors: Loving Hands Partners In Care, at Dawn Massage, Big Springs Plumbing & Heating, 100 Men Who Give A Damn Airdrie, Montana’s Restaurant Airdrie, Redline Real Estate, Kids Up Front, Venue Church Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/by4xWC36y0k [https://youtu.be/by4xWC36y0k] Purpose Pick:  Want to be happy? Be Gratful an amazing Ted Talk from David Steindl-Rast https://www.ted.com/talks/david_steindl_rast_want_to_be_happy_be_grateful?language=en [https://www.ted.com/talks/david_steindl_rast_want_to_be_happy_be_grateful?language=en] Watch the FULL podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gubnd70_M60 [https://youtu.be/gubnd70_M60] Airdrie Angel - https://airdrieangel.ca [https://airdrieangel.ca/] The Carre Group - http://www.thecarregroup.ca [http://www.thecarregroup.ca/] Switchback Creative - http://switchbackcreative.ca [http://switchbackcreative.ca/]