Your career résumé tells people what you’ve accomplished. Your service résumé tells them what you’ve done with it. Most of us spend decades building a résumé. We add the promotions, accomplishments, companies we’ve built, teams we’ve led, awards we’ve earned, and expertise we’ve developed along the way. I’ve certainly been proud of professional accomplishments in
If you had asked me forty years ago how I defined success, my answer probably would have sounded like many entrepreneurs’ answers. It was about building a successful business, creating opportunities for my family, serving my clients well, and achieving the goals I had set for myself. There was nothing wrong with that—it was a
Fun Summer Volunteer Opportunities for Teens in Orange County ☀️ Looking for something fun (and meaningful) to do this summer? Volunteering is a great way to meet new friends, earn community service hours, build your resume, and make a difference — all while getting out of the house. Here are some awesome volunteer opportunities for
Volunteering as Due Diligence: What You Learn on the Ground In a world filled with compelling causes, powerful storytelling, and endless opportunities to give, how do you truly know where your time, money, and energy will make the greatest impact? Research reports, websites, and annual summaries can tell part of the story—but they rarely tell
On March 24, 2026, something special happened. The Success with Purpose Community came together for an evening that was more than just an event—it was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when purpose-driven people gather in one room. From the moment guests arrived to the final conversations during networking, the energy was undeniable: vibrant, generous,
Generous people often share one common challenge: they want to help everyone. When someone asks for support—whether it’s time, resources, or advice—it’s natural to want to say yes. After all, making a difference in someone’s life is one of the most rewarding parts of success. But there’s an important truth that experienced leaders eventually discover:
Where leaders, skills, and nonprofit missions come together. For the past three years, the Success with Purpose community has been steadily building something powerful — a movement grounded in generosity, service, and the belief that a richer life is created when we give of ourselves so others can grow, succeed, and thrive. Through our giving circles,
One of the interesting aspects of getting older is how gradual change can be—sometimes so subtle it’s almost invisible. Think about driving down your street each day. Do you notice much difference? Probably not. The same is true for many of the places we frequent: the grocery store, the dentist’s office, the bank. Even the
Over the years, I’ve learned that success by itself doesn’t guarantee fulfillment. I’ve experienced seasons of growth, leadership, and achievement—and I’ve also learned that the moments that mattered most weren’t about titles or outcomes. They were about people. About connections made, time given, skills shared, and choosing—intentionally—to leave things better than I found them. That
Fulfilling philanthropic engagement begins with cause alignment. We often are “influenced” to give or help by friends, advertisements, and other persuasive messaging pleading for our care and concern. We want to help all the organizations that are addressing real problems or suffering, but this is not the way to get meaningfully involved. Rather, focusing on
