Nigel Bennett & Devon Kenzo

🎙️ New Episode – The Mike Method Why do some environments drain us while others bring us fully online? In this episode, Mike Desjardins sits down with entrepreneur and author Nigel Bennett to explore entrepreneurship, ADD, dyslexia, and how building the right systems can turn those traits into strengths. Nigel shares a pivotal moment that changed his career path and introduces his GIFT model: Gratitude • Ignore • Focus • Test They also discuss why confidence grows through repetition, why rest is a performance strategy, and how routines support better decision-making. 🎧 Watch / Listen YouTube: https://youtu.be/1wddjiiwO4U?si=ohjhxnOHPkfvR_yd Spotify: /episode/2WGuPXey4e1k8m3REkWxHd?si=J5uMfk_TQ2SgpjUquHQjLQ #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #ADD #dyslexia

I am thrilled to share that Aqua-Guard has been awarded the 2025 Innovation Award by the North Vancouver Chamber! This recognition highlights our new CFSH Oil Sheen Recovery System, which achieved an exceptional 99.993% oil-to-water recovery rate in ASTM testing. This technology solves a long-standing global challenge — recovering thin oil sheens once considered “unrecoverable.” Thank you to the Chamber, our partners, our clients, and our entire team for supporting our mission to protect waterways worldwide. Read the full announcement: aquaguard.com/news/aqua-guard-wins-innovation-award

🧥💙 Standing in Solidarity with Homeless Youth 💙🧥 As November brings colder, darker days, Rieko and I can’t stop thinking about the young people who face these harsh conditions alone. 💔 On February 20, we’ll be joining #TeamIMPACT again, sleeping outside to raise awareness and funds for at-risk youth. This isn’t just a gesture—it’s a commitment to support Covenant House Vancouver in providing safety, food, shelter, and essential services to homeless youth in our community. 🌧️🏠💙 If you’re able, please consider donating through our fundraising pages. Every dollar makes a real difference. 🙏 👉 [Link in bio to donate!] Together, we can bring hope and warmth to these young lives. Thank you for your kindness and support! And if you’re interested in joining us, reach out—we’d love to have you volunteer with us! 💪 With gratitude, Nigel & Rieko The Bennetts #CovenantHouse #SleepOut2025 #CommunitySupport #YouthEmpowerment #GiveBack #MakeADifference

Listen to our interview @realimpactpod and grab a copy of Chips new book “ A different War” here on Amazon https://a.co/d/d49lGNf

Our guest today is passionate about creating a world of sustainable fashion, She is an entrepreneur that loves adventure and is driven by positive impact - please welcome our good friend Jaiya Varshney to IMPACT! Check out our fill interview here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/YkI0EHDps6I?si=r_G5VUzEEiLpDseF Audio: Listen here: https://linktr.ee/Impactpod #impactinvesting #sustainablefashion #makingadifference #youngentrepreneur #givingback #learningfromnature #whereisaway #recycle #reuse

Top interview this year! Our guest today is a distinguished psychologist whose expertise spans diverse perspectives including mindfulness, compassion, and societal well-being. A beacon in illuminating the complexities of human experience and advocating for positive change. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Sebastienne Grant, to IMPACT! Listen here: https://linktr.ee/Impactpod #Prescottedu #sebastiennegrant #psychology #globalwarminganxiety #climatechangeanxiety #mindfullness #heartandintellect #listentoyourheart #burnout #burnoutanxiety #compassion #challengesofclimatechange

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Get ready to be inspired by a true powerhouse in the field of productivity intelligence. He is an international Keynote musician and Culture Change Expert. His programs integrate music, productivity, workplace culture and neuroscience. Please welcome Gerald J. Leonard to IMPACT Season 3. Youtube: https://youtu.be/PwrZcCKQji4?si=2oMCiRQW03JSRaxM LinkTree: IMPACT Podcast (https://linktr.ee/Impactpod). Free Resources For our Listeners Below are the resources I mentioned on our podcast. Please use them as our gift to you. If we can be of any service to you, please don’t hesitate to contact us. /impact/ #musicandthemind #musicforthebrain #brainmusic #thepowerofmusic #Geraldleonard #symphonyofchoices #adrianabarton #wiredformusic @adrianabarton @wiredformusic @principlesofexecution @productivityintellegenceinstitute #principlesofexecution #productivityintellegenceinstitute #impactpod #theimpactcast @realimpactpod #MusicHeals #BrainTraumaRecovery #HealingThroughMusic #MusicTherapy #SoundHealing #NeuroMusic #MusicForTheMind #RhythmicRehab #HarmonyHealing #MelodicMedicine #AuralRehab #TunesForTrauma #MusicMedicine #SonicTherapy #HealingHarmonies #BrainHealthMusic #NeurologicalHealing

We Made It Happen Together! This past Thursday our Team IMPACT, and 144 incredible volunteers braved the rain, sleet, wind and cold, spending the night on the streets of Vancouver in a rainy alley. With your kind support we stood in solidarity with our at-risk youth, supporting the vital work of Covenant House. We’re thrilled to announce that, thanks to your overwhelming support, we didn’t just meet our goal; we smashed it, raising over $383,000! Your contribution has made a profound difference, your gift allows Covenant House Vancouver to provide food, shelter, and counselling to young people in need. If you, friends, or family feel the call to help, we invite you to join us. Donations are open until June 30th. Here’s how you and your friends can still make an impact: How to Contribute: - **Donate to Nigel:** [Click Here](/goto/nigelbennett) - **Donate to Rieko:** [Click Here](/goto/riekobennett) Every donation helps transformative change. We’re deeply grateful for your kindness and generosity. With heartfelt thanks, Nigel & Rieko Bennett, Team IMPACT, and our At-Risk Youth of Vancouver. @realimpactpod @covenanthousebc

Today’s IMPACT guest is Ken Sim, Vancouver’s 41st Mayor and the first Chinese Canadian in the role. Today we’ll discuss: Tackling homelessness. Affordable high-density housing strategies. Support for homeless youth. Revitalizing community spirit. Renewing Chinatown and Gastown. Maintaining Vancouver as “North America’s most livable city 2023.” Ways to help Vancouver’s homeless youth. Youtube: https://youtu.be/viUfQQwiw-Q?si=Ejvg8I66i_aYmgkC LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/Impactpod @cityofvancouver #cityofvancouver #homelessness #rents #vancouvercityoffun #vancouverentertainment #twinflamesentertainment @twinflamesentertainment @realimpactpod #impact #makingadifference @gatheringoftitans #gatheringoftitans #kensimmayor #kensim #affordablehousing #tacklinghomelessness #supportforhomelessyouth @covenanthousebc #revitalizingcommunityspirit #vancouverchinatown #mostliveablecity

We welcome Kim Wing back to IMPACT for an update on our homeless At-Risk-Youth of Vancouver. Youtube: https://youtu.be/DNBzC6dZDwc?si=qIAhzRu_shXUUZq3 Kim Wing - Manager Special Projects Covenant House Vancouver: In the face of exacerbated challenges from the cost-of-living and housing crises, there has been a 32% surge in homelessness in Metro Vancouver since 2020 (Was in 2020: 3,634 202 and now 4,821 in 2023). Your donations have played an indispensable role in addressing these pressing needs. Thanks to our generous community, we’ve expanded our services significantly. Covenant House’s commitment is to addressing rising needs led to unprecedented youth engagement in new programs, facilitated by caring staff in our new spaces. Art therapy sessions, life skills classes, and both on-site and off-site recreational activities represent our dedication to holistic support for youth. The demand for our programs has risen sharply, with mental health services experiencing a 30% increase in demand from 2022. On February 29th, IMPACT Host Nigel and his wife Rieko along with another 145 volanteers will brave the cold to sleep on the streets, showing solidarity with at-risk youth and supporting Covenant House Vancouver’s mission to provide essential services, safety, food, and shelter. **Double Your Donation!** From now until the end of the month, every contribution to our campaign will be matched, making your support go even further. **How You Can Help:** - **Donate to Nigel:** [Click Here](/goto/nigelbennett) - **Donate to Rieko:** [Click Here](/goto/riekobennett) Your generosity can change lives. If you’ve already donated, thank you for your invaluable support. With gratitude, Nigel & Rieko / Team IMPACT Covenant House Sleep Out 2024 @covenanthouseBC @covenanthousevancouver #covenanthousebc #covenanthousevancouver #homelessyouth #atriskyouth #youthcrisis