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What's The Point? - Discover Your Purpose

What's The Point? - Discover Your Purpose

De: Bill Ellis; Brand Architect
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Have you ever asked yourself What's the Point? What's the point of your work, your hobbies, your life? What's the point of what you do? What's the Point? is a question that can't be asked too often. It's a question that ultimately uncovers your purpose professionally, personally - in life as a whole. Join Brand Architect Bill Ellis as he pursues the answer to this question, and more, with people who have discovered their purpose, fuel it with their passion, and drive it through persistence. You'll be familiar with many of Bill's guests, while others you won't know but should. Each episode will be filled with learning, laughter, and inspiration which you can incorporate into clarifying your own purpose and moving closer to the success and fulfillment you desire. Listen and subscribe now so that you don't miss a single episode of awesomeness.2021 Bill Ellis Economía Gestión y Liderazgo Liderazgo
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  • 112. Healing Our Relationship With Nature: Purpose, Restoration, and Hope with Tim Christophersen

    112. Healing Our Relationship With Nature: Purpose, Restoration, and Hope with Tim Christophersen
    Dec 3 2025
    In this episode of What's the Point, I sit down with Tim Christophersen, one of the world's leading voices in nature restoration and conservation, to explore what really drives us as humans and how we find meaning in our relationship with the natural world. Tim's journey is a powerful human story of growth, purpose, and responsibility — and it's bigger than politics, bigger than hot-button climate debates, and deeper than soundbites. Tim shares how his love of nature began as a young boy walking through forests in Germany with his grandfather, quietly building the foundation for a life dedicated to restoring what we've lost. From living across three continents, to leading global environmental initiatives at the United Nations, to now restoring a former dairy farm in Denmark, Tim's life reflects a deep, lived commitment to purpose not as a concept — but as a way of being. We talk about what keeps him going, including his belief that we're living through a real relationship crisis with Mother Nature. Not as an abstract idea, but as a broken relationship — one where humans take, extract, and deplete instead of giving back. Tim walks us through powerful examples like the lost oyster beds of New York Harbor and the mysterious migration of the European silver eel, revealing how much richness we've lost — and how possible it is to restore it. This conversation also dives into how younger and older generations must work together, how people find meaning through restoration, and why rediscovering our connection with nature restores something inside of us too. Tim explains why this isn't just about saving forests or oceans — it's about rediscovering our life purpose, our role as stewards, and what it really means to be human. We also explore Tim's work with global movements like Generation Restoration and his current role at Salesforce, where he helps companies rethink nature as critical infrastructure instead of decoration. His message is clear: meaning isn't found in perfection — it's found in responsibility, reciprocity, and showing up differently. This episode isn't about fear. It's about hope. It's about what drives us forward. And it's a powerful reminder that restoring nature is inseparable from restoring ourselves. What's The Point? is a podcast hosted by Bill Ellis featuring real conversations with people who've figured out what matters - their purpose. Each episode explores what motivates them and how they find meaning in what they do. Connect with Bill: bill@billellis.com www.billellis.comwww.brandingforresults.comIG - @wcellisFacebook - @CoachBillEllisFacebook - @bill.ellis LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/wcellisBook: Women Who Won Links for This Episode: Email tim.christophersen@gmail.com Website(s) timchristophersen.com Trello Board for visual assets: https://trello.com/b/atycizuD/generation-restoration-marketing-design-projects SOCIAL MEDIA INFO: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-christophersen-a4876228/ Instagram tim.christophersen9 Twitter @‌TimChristo CURRENT PROJECTS Generation Restoration is my new book about repairing our broken relationship with nature. Learn how to enter into a new, rewarding and reciprocal relationship with nature that will make you happier, healthier, and wealthier. It's time to restore diversity and abundance to Planet Earth! #GenerationRestoration Quick Episode Summary: 00:00 – Welcome + Introducing Tim's mission and purpose01:00 – Living in Denmark and restoring a farm03:00 – Childhood in Germany and time with his grandfather05:00 – First experiences sensing nature's interconnectedness06:50 – Relationship vs. resource: how we misunderstand nature09:00 – Returning to roots and finding life purpose11:00 – Generation Restoration and the UN Decade13:00 – Writing the book and removing polarization15:00 – Why restoration is more powerful than conservation17:00 – Nature as infrastructure, not decoration19:00 – The oyster story and New York Harbor22:00 – The European silver eel migration25:00 – Learning from indigenous wisdom28:00 – Relationship crisis with Mother Nature31:00 – Biodiversity Jenga explained33:00 – Biggest Little Farm and nature's intelligence35:00 – Salesforce, corporations, and restoring systems38:00 – Why collaboration is necessary for the future41:00 – What individuals can actually do44:00 – Listening to nature and rediscovering purpose46:00 – Jane Goodall's influence and legacy49:00 – Why ecology and economy are connected52:00 – Tim answers "What's the point?"
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  • 111. Finding Meaning Through Resilience and Kindness with Noemi Beres

    111. Finding Meaning Through Resilience and Kindness with Noemi Beres
    Nov 26 2025
    In this episode of What's the Point, I sit down with Noemi Beres, a woman whose life story is a powerful reflection of resilience, kindness, and purpose. From growing up in Hungary in a modest but deeply loving family, to becoming an entrepreneur, connector, and creative force, Noemi shares what keeps her going and how she discovered what truly matters. Noemi opens up about her childhood, shaped by hardworking parents and the strong values of Eastern Europe. She shares how her family's history — stories of survival, perseverance, and hope — gave her the foundation to keep going, even when life became incredibly difficult. We talk about how moving between countries, cultures, and languages helped her understand how people find meaning and how deeply human connection shapes our sense of belonging. Her entrepreneurial journey wasn't smooth or predictable. Noemi speaks openly about business failures, financial loss, and the shock of losing her travel business during the pandemic. But what stood out most was her unwavering belief in learning, growth, and living with purpose. When everything collapsed, she didn't quit — she adapted, learned, and built Podcast Connections, a business driven by genuine care and service. We also explored the deeply human side of Noemi's story — losing her father, navigating grief, anxiety, and physical burnout, and ultimately discovering healing through art, silence, music, and presence. From her silent thinking sessions to her ASMR-style reading podcast, everything she creates comes from a desire to help people slow down, feel safe, and find meaning in their own lives. This episode is a true human story of growth, compassion, and purpose — a reminder that discovering what matters isn't about perfection, but about kindness, self-awareness, and choosing to keep going even when life feels overwhelming. What's The Point? is a podcast hosted by Bill Ellis featuring real conversations with people who've figured out what matters - their purpose. Each episode explores what motivates them and how they find meaning in what they do. Connect with Bill: bill@billellis.comwww.billellis.comwww.brandingforresults.comIG - @wcellisFacebook - @CoachBillEllisFacebook - @bill.ellis LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/wcellisBook: Women Who Won Links for This Episode: Email noemi@podcastconnections.co Website(s) https://www.podcastconnections.co https://noemiberes.com SOCIAL MEDIA INFO: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/noemiberes Facebook https://www.facebook.com/noemi.beres Instagram https://www.instagram.com/noemi_beres CURRENT PROJECTS My new ASMR-style reading podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@noemiberes/podcasts Quick Episode Summary: 00:00 – Welcome + introducing Noemi's journey of resilience and purpose01:00 – How it feels to be on the guest side of the microphone03:00 – Growing up in Hungary and learning resilience early05:00 – Family history and the power of cultural roots06:30 – Travel, exchange programs, and discovering belonging08:00 – Why Noemi never wanted a boss09:00 – Business failure and losing money early on11:00 – Starting an online travel business before remote work was normal13:00 – Losing everything during the pandemic15:00 – Learning podcasting from scratch17:00 – Building Podcast Connections from nothing18:30 – Why connection and communication matter most20:00 – Silent thinking sessions and the power of quiet22:00 – ASMR-style reading and helping people heal through sound24:00 – Living outside the traditional "rules" of life26:00 – Discovering the Go-Giver philosophy28:00 – Why listening is more powerful than fixing30:00 – Losing her father and navigating grief33:00 – Art as therapy and healing35:00 – Music, drumming, meditation, and peace37:00 – Taking care of others without losing yourself39:00 – Why self-care became non-negotiable41:00 – Never giving up — "Just keep going"43:00 – Advice for people who feel stuck45:00 – Small steps create lasting change46:00 – What legacy really means48:00 – Why kindness is a strength50:00 – The power of giving without expectation52:00 – What's the point?
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  • 110. The Sweet Work of Meaning: Family, Craft, and Purpose with Shawn & Lawren Askinosie

    110. The Sweet Work of Meaning: Family, Craft, and Purpose with Shawn & Lawren Askinosie
    Nov 19 2025
    On today's episode of What's the Point, we explore how meaning is created—slowly, intentionally, and lovingly—through the everyday work of craft, family, and purpose. Bill welcomes Shawn and Lawren Askinosie, the father–daughter team behind Askinosie Chocolate, one of America's most respected bean-to-bar chocolate companies. Their story is more than a business profile—it's a human story of growth, legacy, and discovering what truly matters. Shawn left a long and intense career as a criminal defense attorney to pursue chocolate making—a leap that few understood at the time. But that decision became a powerful turning point, both in his own life and for everyone who has touched the Askinosie mission. Today, he and his daughter Lawren co-lead the company with a shared commitment to community, craftsmanship, global relationships, and living with purpose. In this conversation, Shawn and Lawren open up about family, loss, calling, and the values that guide their work. They discuss how compassion, grief, service, and legacy shaped their path; how meaningful work is built on relationships; and why the "sweet work" of craft can become a vehicle for connection across the world—from Springfield, Missouri to Tanzania and the Philippines. You'll also hear the surprising and emotional story behind Chocolate University, a program that has touched more than 20,000 children through education, mentorship, meals, and empowerment opportunities. And you'll learn why the Askinosie approach to values is not something they add to their work—it's the very backbone of how they operate, hire, and serve. This is an episode about discovering what keeps you going, how people find meaning in their work, and how purpose is passed from one generation to the next. It's a conversation about what drives us—and why the most important work we do often has nothing to do with profit, but everything to do with people. What's The Point? is a podcast hosted by Bill Ellis, featuring real conversations with people who've figured out what matters—their purpose. Each episode explores what motivates them and how they find meaning in what they do. Connect with Bill: bill@brandingpillars.com www.brandingpillars.com www.brandingforresults.com IG - @wcellis Facebook - @CoachBillEllis LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/wcellis Book: Women Who Won Links for This Episode: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/askinosie-chocolateFacebook: http://facebook.com/askinosie.chocolateInstagram: http://instagram.com/askinosieThreads: http://threads.com/@askinosieTikTok: http://tiktok.com/@askinosieBOOK: Meaningful Work: A Quest to Do Great Business, Find Your Calling, and Feed Your Soul Quick Episode Summary: 00:00 – Welcome to What's the Point: A conversation about purpose, craft & family01:00 – Introducing Shawn & Lawren: A father-daughter story years in the making03:00 – What it feels like to record this episode together04:00 – Shawn's shift from criminal defense to chocolate: following the path in front of you07:00 – Lawren's view as a teenager watching her dad reinvent his life09:00 – The story behind the Askinosie name (and why Shawn advises against it)11:00 – How father and daughter grew the Askinosie brand together12:00 – Co-authoring Meaningful Work: what they learned about each other14:00 – Why writing someone else's voice is an act of trust15:00 – The Lost & Found Grief Center and Shawn's early calling to service17:00 – How grief shaped Shawn and how that legacy passed to Lawren19:00 – Lawren on compassion, community, and becoming a parent21:00 – The generational impact of grief and healing23:00 – Legacy, values, and what it means to grow a business from the heart25:00 – How the Askinosie team keeps values alive during the busiest seasons28:00 – Father–daughter dynamics: strengths, differences, and real communication32:00 – Why Shawn would fear Lawren if she were a prosecutor34:00 – Lawren's passion for empowering female cocoa farmers37:00 – What she's learned from women around the world39:00 – What Chocolate University really is—and why it's transformative42:00 – 11,000+ graduates: the long-term impact on students and communities44:00 – The ripple effect of service and mentoring young leaders45:00 – Bill's own experience with Askinosie's tasting kit46:00 – Why every sale means something deeply personal to the Askinosie team48:00 – How their chocolate becomes part of families' most meaningful moments49:00 – Rapid-fire questions: favorite bars, coffee vs. tea, early mornings or late nights50:00 – What's bringing them joy right now51:00 – What they would tell their 14-year-old selves52:00 – What's the point?
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