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Built For Meaning
Welcome to Built for Meaning, a show for nonprofit leaders and fundraisers ready to rethink donor retention. Each week, join your host Stephanie Jiroch, creator of the Donor Identity Framework™, to explore how identity, belonging, and behavioral psychology transform first-time donors into lifelong supporters. Whether you're reviving a cold donor file or building a retention strategy from scratch, Built for Meaning will help you stop chasing donors and start creating communities people never want to leave.
Episodes
72 episodes
The Myth of Donor Fatigue
What if everything you've been told about donor fatigue is wrong?In this episode, Stephanie challenges one of the most comfortable stories in fundraising — the idea that donors burn out from being asked too often. The truth is mor...
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Adapt or Die: The Generational Giving Shift Nonprofits Can't Ignore
Every generation gives differently and the nonprofits that miss this shift won't just lose donations, they'll lose relevance.In this Quick Take episode, Stephanie breaks down how generational giving patterns are quietly reshaping philant...
The Midlife Pivot I Never Saw Coming
After a long pause from podcasting, I'm back...and a lot has changed.In this episode, I'm sharing the story behind my midlife pivot: the unexpected shifts in business, identity, and purpose that led me away from building brands and towar...
Ep. #69: 3 Web Mistakes You're Making
Are these common web mistakes holding your business back? If you want a site that converts visitors into raving, paying fans - this is the episode for you.Like what you hear? Click subscribe and leave a review, then join Stephanie each ...
Ep. #68: When You Are Close to Quitting, Listen to This
What if achieving your big goals was as simple as filling a bucket, one drop at a time? In this hot take episode, I break down my "drops in a bucket" analogy and share how this mindset can transform the way you approach challenges in business a...
Ep. #67: Your Sober Pal Founder Laura Van Antwerp Shares How She Went All In On Her Business
Join me for a candid conversation with Laura Van Antwerp, the inspiring mind behind Your Sober Pal and Your Sober Pal Adventures. We dive into her journey from full-time corporate gal to business owner extraordinaire, the powe...
Ep. #66: My 2025 Web Design Predictions
Discover the trends shaping the future of web design in 2025! From groundbreaking design aesthetics to functionality shifts, I'm sharing my top three predictions that will redefine how brands engage online in the year to come. Whether you’re bu...
Ep #65: Should You Have A Signature Offer?
Feeling overwhelmed by too many services? Struggling to attract your ideal clients? You're not alone! Today's episode of Business Her Way dives into the burning question: Should you have a signature offer?Get ready for a
#64: Sadie Fienberg on Providing Value & Making Money
Welcome to Business Her Way, a show dedicated to helping women rewrite the rules of what it means to be a female entrepreneur in today’s digital world. On today's episode, Stephanie speaks with Sadie Fienberg of Butterfly Creative Projects. Lis...
Ep. #63: Ceels Lockley on Niching, Pivoting, and Burning It Down
Ceels Lockley is a Business Coach + Strategist based in the UK, working with service providers, freelancers, consultants, and agency owners. Ceels specializes in niche marketing. offer suite design and messaging. With ...
Ep #62: How to plan for the year ahead
In this episode, I unveil the compelling reasons why planning your year ahead in November trumps waiting until January. Discover the advantages of getting a head start on your annual goals, and gain insights into a practical planning process.
Ep #61: Marketing vs Branding - What's the difference?
Do you know the difference between marketing and branding? Like so many, most people spend considerable time marketing their business and not building their brand first. In this episode, Stephanie shares the very simple distinction between mark...
Ep #60: Permission to Do Business Your Way
Had enough of the "Make $1M While You Sleep" empty promises and "do it this way" coaching models? Join me in this episode as I share my transformative rebranding journey and why it's a game-changer for my brand and this podcast. This season, I'...
Ep #59 Integrating Mind, Body, and Business: The Importance of Strategy and Energetics in Your Success
In my fifteen years of working with and supporting business owners, I have seen firsthand the impact a holistic approach can have on their overall success. When entrepreneurs integrate their mind, body and business strategies, it catapults thei...
Ep. #58: Overcome Negative Money Stories with Sam Kopelman (Money Mindset Coach)
Get ready to shift those outdated and limiting money stories! Today on the podcast I have the honor of speaking to Sam Kopelman, money mindset coach for millennial women. She's bringing the heat (and lots of aha moments for me!) on saving, spen...
Ep. #57 Engage, Clarify, Influence: Create Compelling Stories with The Story Trifecta™️
As humans, we are naturally drawn to stories. From the earliest times, we have used stories to share knowledge, entertain each other, and connect with one another. Stories are an essential part of our lives, and they can also be a powerful tool...
Ep. #56: How to StoryProof Your Business
Here’s the thing: recessions, fluctuating markets, pandemics, cool new tech…they happen! In order to survive the next big event, you need to "story-proof" your business. That’s why today, I’m sharing my StoryProof Plan™ to support you in securi...
Ep. #55: Stop Pretending, Unleash Your Potential and Craft An Authentic Story
For high-achieving and high-performing women, we are often conditioned to project a certain image to the world. For many that might be a mask of perfection, constantly striving to meet the expectations of those around us. For others, it might b...
Ep. #54: Building Company Loyalty in a Remote World
In today's remote work environment, engaging with your remote workforce can be a challenge. But with the power of brand storytelling, you can create a culture of engagement and loyalty that inspires your team and drives success. In this episode...
Ep #53: How Hiring a Business Coach Can Improve Your Life, Career and Company
In this episode, I share the seven powerful areas of the coaching process that supports a client in success and growth. I'll discuss how a coach can provide valuable insights, help you overcome obstacles, and develop strategies to achieve your ...
Ep. #52: How to Rewrite a Mission Statement to Reignite Your Team's Ambition
In this episode of our podcast, I delve into the importance of having a strong mission statement for your team or organization. But not just any mission statement - we're talking about upgrading your "why" to reignite your team's ambition.<...
Ep. #51: The Best 3 Personality Tests for Entrepreneurs (Kolbe A Index, Enneagram, Human Design)
To achieve success and professional fulfillment, entrepreneurs and business leaders need to understand themselves and their teams better. One way to do this is by taking personality tests that can give them insights into their strengths, weakne...
Ep. #50: Narrative Intelligence is the Superpower Skill Every Leader Needs to Succeed
An excellent leader possesses many qualities, including strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to motivate and inspire others. However, one often overlooked superpower that can set a leader apart from the rest is
Ep. #49: How to Write a New Professional Story in the Midst of Mass Lay-Offs
In this episode, I'll be discussing how to use your professional story to navigate the uncertainty and challenges of mass layoffs. With the economic impacts of the pandemic continuing to affect industries and organizations worldwide, many profe...
Ep #48: The Anti-Hustle Strategy You Need Right Now
Have you ever felt overwhelmed when reaching toward a goal? Or you berate yourself for not 'getting there' sooner? High achievers always struggle with the pace of success, often leading to burnout. In today's episode, I'm teaching the anti-hust...