<p>Summary</p><br><p>In this conversation, Suzanne Smith and Chanda Khanwani discuss the common misconceptions surrounding the role of money in making a difference in the world. They emphasize the importance of focusing on the core values and impact ('stake') rather than just the financial aspects ('sizzle'). The dialogue explores how money can be a tool to amplify efforts towards meaningful change, rather than the primary driver.</p><br><p>Grab a copy of Naveen Samala’s latest book, <strong>“69 Naked Truths”</strong></p><br><p>Amazon:&nbsp; <a href="https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZN</a></p><p>Flipkart: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKT</a></p><br><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>One of the biggest myths is you need money to make a difference.</p><p>Money helps fuel the efforts to create change.</p><p>It's essential to start with a focus on impact.</p><p>The concept of 'stake' should guide our actions.</p><p>Money should follow the mission, not lead it.</p><p>Everything done to make a difference should be stake-oriented.</p><p>The 'sizzle' is secondary to the 'steak' in impact work.</p><p>Opportunities arise when the focus is on meaningful change.</p><p>Financial resources can amplify efforts but are not the core.</p><p>True impact comes from a commitment to values and purpose.</p><br><p>Suzanne shares:</p><ul><li>The story of becoming a <strong>Big Sister at age 18</strong>, and how it shaped her purpose.</li><li>The daily moments that reaffirm her belief that <strong>ordinary people move mountains</strong>.</li><li>Her definition of success:</li><li>→ <em>“Significance with receipts.”</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Guest LI profile link:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannesmithtx/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannesmithtx/</a></p><br><p>Connect with the host on LinkedIn:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala/</a></p><br><p>Also, Tune into our Hindi, Telugu &amp; Kannada podcasts here:</p><p>YouTube:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/THEGUIDINGVOICE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVHindi</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVTelugu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVTelugu</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVKannada" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVKannada</a></p><br><p>Spotify:</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1GvX6tvmfelawEba0F6KS4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/1GvX6tvmfelawEba0F6KS4</a></p><p><a href="http://surl.li/tmksx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmksx</a> (#tgvtelugu)</p><br><p>Grab a copy of Naveen Samala’s latest book, <strong>“69 Naked Truths”</strong></p><br><p>Amazon:&nbsp; <a href="https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZN</a></p><p>Flipkart: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKT</a></p><br><p>TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 &amp; 2 are on Amazon</p><p>Kindle:</p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC</a></p><br><p>Paperback:</p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj</a></p><br><p>Volume 2:</p><p>Notion Press:<a href="http://surl.li/tmkry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> http://surl.li/tmkry</a></p><p>Use the Coupon code:&nbsp; NAVEEN20 on notionpress.com to avail a 20% discount</p><br><p>Kindle Edition:</p><p><a href="http://surl.li/tmmmn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmmmn</a></p><p>AMZ IN: <a href="http://surl.li/tmmnb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmmnb</a></p><p>AMZ UK: <a href="http://surl.li/tmmnl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmmnl</a></p><br><p>FOLLOW ON X:</p><p>@guidingvoice</p><p>@naveensamala</p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>