The Business of Good
Build a business that cares for the world as much as you do. The Business of Good is the go-to podcast for purpose-driven entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and fundraisers who want to grow their revenue, expand their impact, and lead with integrity. Hosted by award-winning business strategist and modern-day philanthropist Jan Ditchfield, each episode shares real stories and proven strategies for purpose-led growth, ethical marketing, and creating a legacy you’re proud of. Whether you’re just starting out, scaling your vision, or redefining success on your own terms, you’ll find the tools, inspiration, and community to build a business—and a life—that gives back every day. Subscribe and join the next generation of leaders using their work to change the world.
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062: Behind the Scenes of My Annual Mastermind Retreat (and How You Can Create Your Own)
Ever wondered what really happens at a business retreat? In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my annual Legacy Mastermind Retreat — three days of courage, visibility, connection, and transformation. You’ll get a sneak peek into how I structure the retreat, the guest experts joining us, and the little to
If you’ve been in the nonprofit space for any length of time, chances are you’ve been handed advice that sounded inspiring… but in practice left you spinning your wheels. I know I have. In fact, there are four pieces of advice I’ve heard over and over again that I believe are more harmful than helpful — especially if y
Sales copy can make or break your business. For years, I wrote all of mine—emails, opt-ins, and sales pages—and I thought I was doing just fine. But here’s a hard truth I had to face... even good DIY copy was holding me back. For the first time, I hired a professional copywriter, and the results were game-changing. In
If you’ve ever spent hours pulling together a nonprofit newsletter — only to feel like no one’s reading it — you’re not alone. For years, I felt the exact same way. Back when I was leading a nonprofit, the newsletter was my least favourite task. Month after month, I’d open up Mailchimp, stare at that empty template, an
Ever freeze up when it’s time to write a sales page, record a podcast, or share something on social — and suddenly you can’t think of a single story to tell? You’re not alone. Stories are the heart of marketing and sales, but without a system, they’re easy to forget. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact process I u
I love a good quiz! But not the kind you find in the back of a magazine — the kind that gives you real clarity about your next move as a nonprofit leader. When I was running my first nonprofit, I spent years hustling for growth in all the wrong places. I was chasing grants, pulling off big events, and working myself t
