Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
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The Social Impact CEO Podcast - Where Conscious Entrepreneurs Raise Money & Change The World
Social Impact CEO
Welcome to the Social Impact CEO Podcast, where conscious entrepreneurs raise money and change the world. On this podcast social entrepreneur Will Sacks gives strategies, tactics & success stories aimed at helping you raise money to build your dream company. Also featuring interviews with successful social impact founders creating companies that matter, and behind the scenes discussion of social entrepreneurship.
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In this episode I goes over three ways to dramatically increase the chances that you'll get a "yes" from investors when fundraising for your startup.
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In this episode Will goes through the rest of the ten step framework he used to raise $6 million of investor capital at Kindara, and that he now uses to help other social entrepreneurs raise money. #GetFunded #Startup Hear the first few steps here: Step 1: https://anchor.fm/socialimpactceopodcast/episodes/Episode-1-How-to-Raise-Money-For-Your-Start…
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Looking to meet Angel Investors for your fundraising round? In this podcast I go over 4 more ways to make it happen. Find me on the Interwebz: https://twitter.com/willsacks http://www.willsacks.com
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Latest episode of The Social Impact CEO Podcast - Where Conscious Entrepreneurs Raise Money & Change The World
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Latest episode of The Social Impact CEO Podcast - Where Conscious Entrepreneurs Raise Money & Change The World
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In this episode I go over three strategies you can use to stay motivated while raising money for your company.
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In this episode Will talks about startup funding and specifically: * Angel Investors vs. Venture Capital as a source of funding for your business. * How to make your fundraise easier by choosing investors that are aligned with your vision for your business.
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In this episode Will talks about how to hone your investor pitch so it resonates with investors. He tackles topics such as storytelling, making a list of common questions, making supplementary slides, and getting to the point where your pitch feels good in your bones. Essential listening for every social impact entrepreneur looking to raise money t…
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In this episode Will goes through the first step in the ten step framework he used to raise $6 million of investor capital at Kindara, and that he now uses to help other social entrepreneurs raise money.
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