In this impactful interview, social entrepreneur Jody Steinhauer, the founder of Bargains Group and Kits for a Cause, shares her knowledge and passion in creating meaningful social changes. With over three decades in the field, Jody has mastered the art of balancing community service with successful entrepreneurship.
Here are the reasons why you should listen to the full interview:
- Learn how to combine business skills and social commitment effectively from a social entrepreneur with three decades of experience.
- Discover the importance and benefits of corporate social responsibility and how it improves the profitability of marketing campaigns.
- Understand how passion, innovation, and community involvement can create long-lasting positive changes.
Resources:
- Jody Steinhauer: LinkedIn | Facebook | X (Twitter) | Website
- Explore Kits for a Cause: Website
- Explore Bargains Group: Website
- Explore Engage and Change: Website
- Read More About Jody Steinhauer: Forbes Article
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The Intricacies of Being a Social Entrepreneur
- Jodi emphasizes the importance of openness to experiences and acceptance of criticism for improvement.
- She shares that being an introvert doesn’t hinder one from helping others through business.
- The concept of self-efficacy is cardinal, demonstrating the right characteristics really matters.
The Art of Selling and Helping Simultaneously
- Jody relays her experiences with selling correctional facilities and her volunteering experiences a homeless shelter.
- She sheds light on how these experiences led her to helping charities and not-for-profit organizations.
"Everybody's got a story. Listen more and talk less." -Jody Steinhauer
Strategies for Helping the Less Fortunate
- Jody explains how market intelligence is used to assist homeless shelters.
- The challenges post-Covid include re-educating social workers to further aid those less fortunate.
"There's no reason to compete, just be different." Jody Steinhauer
Implementing Corporate Social Responsibility
- Emphasizes that corporate social responsibility enhances the profitability of marketing campaigns.
- Of the Businesses' service, she mentions, "Businesses serve people and you need a constant as much as you work on retaining people."
- Jody touches on the necessity of networking, advertising, and maintaining a clear brand purpose for perseverance.
Contacting Jody Steinhauer
- During the interview, she leaves open an invitation for listeners to get in touch with her and further learn from her experiences.
Jody Steinhauer – Social Entrepreneur, Impact Leader, and Founder
Jody Steinhauer is a social entrepreneur creating practical solutions to homelessness and social inequality. She founded Bargains Group, Engage and Change, and Kits for a Cause to drive measurable impact. Jody’s work focuses on turning empathy into structured, scalable action. She partners with corporations, nonprofits, and leaders to mobilize resources where they are needed most. Her approach combines business discipline with deep social purpose.
Through her leadership, Jody has helped deliver essential supplies to vulnerable communities across North America. She believes sustainable impact requires infrastructure, accountability, and collaboration. Her initiatives empower companies and individuals to contribute in meaningful, organized ways. Jody is widely recognized for bridging the gap between corporate engagement and frontline support. Her mission is to create systems that make giving simple, effective, and lasting.
Expertise: Social Entrepreneurship · Corporate Social Responsibility · Community Impact · Philanthropic Strategy · Nonprofit Leadership
Connect: LinkedIn | Facebook | X (Twitter) | Website
Explore: Kits for a Cause | Bargains Group | Engage and Change
Read More: Forbes Article
Expertise: Business Growth, Sales, Marketing Automation, Leadership
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