The Messy Middle (ft. Austin Heath)

The Messy Middle (ft. Austin Heath)

Author: Grant David Collins April 16, 2024 Duration: 33:45
The messy middle is where a lot of us find ourselves, especially when it comes to giving. We have an inkling of an idea to give back, but for one reason or another we can’t get all the pieces to fit together just right. Although necessary to creating good in the world, it’s all to easy to get stuck within continuous ideation. This week, learn from the experience of a fellow messy middler, Austin Heath. ______________________________________________________ Check out the new 5 minute v...

Hosted by Grant David Collins, Giving Is A Skill operates on a simple but powerful idea: generosity isn't a character trait you're born with, but a practical ability you can develop. This podcast dismantles the common notion that meaningful contribution requires vast wealth or a specific stage in life. Instead, each episode explores how your current resources-whether that's an hour of your week, a professional talent, or a modest budget-can be strategically directed to create real impact right now. You'll hear from Grant every Tuesday as he breaks down the mechanics of effective philanthropy, smart volunteering, and intentional living. The conversations are grounded in actionable steps, moving beyond inspiration to provide a clear framework for integrating giving into your daily routine. It's for anyone in the business of improving themselves or their community, offering lessons that blend personal growth with tangible social good. Tune in to discover how building this skill today can compound your positive influence, making your future contributions more impactful and fulfilling. This is where thoughtful strategy meets the human impulse to help, transforming goodwill into sustained action.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 1:10:51
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Duration: 12:46
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A Special Surprise [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:54
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Compassion Fatigue [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:14
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The Exponential Potential of Giving [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:40
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Duration: 15:00
When we think of the relationship between the ideas of giving and healing, the obvious connection most come to is that giving is an effective way to provide help and healing to the recipient who is in need. But giving ba…
The Problem with Moral Individualism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:27
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Don’t be an Ostrich [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:20
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Stop Outsourcing Your Philanthropy (Revisited) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:26
Today is a day of outsourcing. We outsource everything: our cooking, driving, shopping, and yes our philanthropy. Although outsourcing your giving is more time effective, it robs you of experience. Experience that makes…
The Kindness Study [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:36
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