So often mission and purpose driven folks have fascinating stories about where they draw their inspiration from. Often it’s a historical figure and so we’ve highlighted some of those conversations around historical figures and what some of the best and brightest have learned from them.

Marc-Anthony Sinagoga

I’m going to say the brand Coca Cola. That brand has one of the most unhealthiest beverages on the planet or at least has been labelled as such for the last 80 years but they are somehow the most successful brand in their field. This is because they market happiness. They invented the image of Santa clause, the North Pole, the fantasy of a winter wonderland where polar bears ride roller coasters. Read more>>

Kenzi Carmel

Although his death happened only a short 20 years ago, Mr. Rogers is easily one of the main historical figures that taught me valuable lessons. Integrating those lessons into my business seemed to natural. Mr. Rogers was always the man that wasn’t in a hurry. He took time for people. He built relationships with them and would be interested in what they enjoyed. Read more>>

Winnie Paris

For me, Maya Angelou is a powerful influence in how I treat people. Her infamous quote: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel,” is a quote I live by. When you make people feel seen and heard your encounter will be that much better. Read more>>