Non-Profit: From Prison, Generational Poverty and more to Paycheck - One Referral at a Time
Season 1 - Episode 9 - BNI The Perfect 100 Podcast with Tammy Zurak
๐ GUEST: Matt Carter - From the Non- Profit Hope Works
๐ Website: https://www.truvinerenovations.com
Contact: https://www.truvinerenovations.com/contact-us/
CliftonStrengths: Matt Carter: Strategic | Ideation | Input | Learner | Maximizer
In this episode of The Perfect 100, host Tammy Zurak interviews Matt Carter from HopeWorks, discussing his journey from church ministry to nonprofit work. They explore the role of HopeWorks in helping the chronically unemployed and underemployed, the importance of networking through BNI, and the impact of CliftonStrengths on personal and professional development. Matt shares insights on the challenges faced in nonprofit work, the significance of focusing on strengths, and his aspirations to mentor others in the community.
๐ Topics Covered
Navigating the role of a nonprofit leader within BNI
Using referrals to drive community impact and organizational growth
Breaking cycles of generational poverty through education and employment
Rebuilding lives after incarceration with support and training
Integrating faith-based values into career development
Building strong networks to empower under-resourced individuals
Creating pathways from prison to paycheck through HopeWorks initiatives
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๐ Websites: https://bnitheperfect100.com/ ; www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฉ Coaching Inquiries: tammy@theperfectonehundred.com
๐ก Free Resources: www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฏ Book a Zoom to discuss Strengths and Coaching: Book a Strategy Chat
๐ธ Instagram: @zbusinesscoach
๐ LinkedIn: Tammy Zurak on LinkedIn
๐ Podcast Page: Listen Anywhere: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe
Subscribe by RSS feed: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe๐ Like this episode? Donโt forget to hit the Like button, subscribe, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway!
๐ Subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Perfect 100.
๐ Websites: https://bnitheperfect100.com/ ; www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฉ Coaching Inquiries: tammy@theperfectonehundred.com
๐ก Free Resources: www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฏ Book a Zoom to discuss Strengths and Coaching: Book a Strategy Chat
๐ธ Instagram: @zbusinesscoach
๐ LinkedIn: Tammy Zurak on LinkedIn
๐ Podcast Page: Listen Anywhere: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe
Subscribe by RSS feed: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:32 Matt Carter's Journey to HopeWorks
06:20 Role of HopeWorks in the Community
10:28 BNI Experience and Networking Benefits
14:17 Challenges and Opportunities in Nonprofit Work
18:32 Referrals and Community Engagement
22:17 Measuring Success in BNI
26:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
27:59 Tracking Donations and Referrals
29:10 Understanding Referral Challenges
31:52 Exploring Clifton Strengths
39:01 Insights from Strengths Assessment
43:47 Strategizing for More Referrals
50:04 Applying Strengths in Challenging Situations
53:01 Empowering Students Through Strengths Assessment
54:50 The Importance of Identifying Strengths Early
56:57 Focusing on Strengths for Greater Success
01:00:02 Understanding Team Dynamics and Strengths
01:04:59 Unlocking Potential Through Self-Awareness
01:08:56 Embracing Individual Strengths in Leadership
๐ GUEST: Matt Carter - From the Non- Profit Hope Works
๐ Website: https://www.truvinerenovations.com
Contact: https://www.truvinerenovations.com/contact-us/
CliftonStrengths: Matt Carter: Strategic | Ideation | Input | Learner | Maximizer
In this episode of The Perfect 100, host Tammy Zurak interviews Matt Carter from HopeWorks, discussing his journey from church ministry to nonprofit work. They explore the role of HopeWorks in helping the chronically unemployed and underemployed, the importance of networking through BNI, and the impact of CliftonStrengths on personal and professional development. Matt shares insights on the challenges faced in nonprofit work, the significance of focusing on strengths, and his aspirations to mentor others in the community.
๐ Topics Covered
Navigating the role of a nonprofit leader within BNI
Using referrals to drive community impact and organizational growth
Breaking cycles of generational poverty through education and employment
Rebuilding lives after incarceration with support and training
Integrating faith-based values into career development
Building strong networks to empower under-resourced individuals
Creating pathways from prison to paycheck through HopeWorks initiatives
๐ Like this episode? Donโt forget to hit the Like button, subscribe, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway!
๐ Subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Perfect 100.
๐ Websites: https://bnitheperfect100.com/ ; www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฉ Coaching Inquiries: tammy@theperfectonehundred.com
๐ก Free Resources: www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฏ Book a Zoom to discuss Strengths and Coaching: Book a Strategy Chat
๐ธ Instagram: @zbusinesscoach
๐ LinkedIn: Tammy Zurak on LinkedIn
๐ Podcast Page: Listen Anywhere: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe
Subscribe by RSS feed: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe๐ Like this episode? Donโt forget to hit the Like button, subscribe, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway!
๐ Subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Perfect 100.
๐ Websites: https://bnitheperfect100.com/ ; www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฉ Coaching Inquiries: tammy@theperfectonehundred.com
๐ก Free Resources: www.tammyzurak.com
๐ฏ Book a Zoom to discuss Strengths and Coaching: Book a Strategy Chat
๐ธ Instagram: @zbusinesscoach
๐ LinkedIn: Tammy Zurak on LinkedIn
๐ Podcast Page: Listen Anywhere: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe
Subscribe by RSS feed: https://bniperfect100.transistor.fm/subscribe
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:32 Matt Carter's Journey to HopeWorks
06:20 Role of HopeWorks in the Community
10:28 BNI Experience and Networking Benefits
14:17 Challenges and Opportunities in Nonprofit Work
18:32 Referrals and Community Engagement
22:17 Measuring Success in BNI
26:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
27:59 Tracking Donations and Referrals
29:10 Understanding Referral Challenges
31:52 Exploring Clifton Strengths
39:01 Insights from Strengths Assessment
43:47 Strategizing for More Referrals
50:04 Applying Strengths in Challenging Situations
53:01 Empowering Students Through Strengths Assessment
54:50 The Importance of Identifying Strengths Early
56:57 Focusing on Strengths for Greater Success
01:00:02 Understanding Team Dynamics and Strengths
01:04:59 Unlocking Potential Through Self-Awareness
01:08:56 Embracing Individual Strengths in Leadership
Creators and Guests

Host
Tammy Zurak
With 10+ years in BNI, I've experienced both the franchise and company-owned sides as a member, Director Consultant, Chapter Success Coach, and Managing Director. I've proudly maintained a perfect Power of One score of 100 for the past six months in the East Memphis Chapter (something that very few of BNI's 300,000+ members worldwide can claim!). I'm also a Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach and I'd like to give you an overview of how you might use your personal Strengths to maximize your BNI experience!
