To celebrate this important day. We wanted to share thirteen inspiring quotes from some of our incredible women founders of season four.

Natalie Chan – Episode 2 OWN Academy

“Let me reflect on what I am doing right now and what kind of impact I am putting on. How can I actually make that impact bigger?”

Michelle Hong – Episode 3 Rooftop Republic

“It’s the smallest things that impact people the most because it comes in the most unexpected ways.”

Alicia Lui – Episode 4 Women in Sports Empowered HK

“So many women and girls grow up thinking they are not sporty, and that’s why they don’t play sports. We can’t let this definition define who we are.”

Angie Lau – Crafting Your Story Forkast.news

“Here’s a cool thing about your voice: the more you share it, the more clear it becomes. The more you use it, the more powerful it becomes. It is a muscle; use it or it will atrophy. Honor it.”

Priyanka Gothi – Episode 5 Wise at Work

“You can learn from every interaction and observation. You can continue to evolve as a professional.”

Jamie Chiu – Episode 6 The Brightly Project

“Making an impact means that it’s something that really brings value to the people involved.” 

Victoria Wisniewski Otero – Episode 7 Resolve Foundation

“We are always trying to build up a movement of emerging leaders that can be at the helm of these causes in the future.”

Sonalie Figueiras – Episode 8 Green Queen

“It is really hard and continues to be hard. I don’t think it actually gets easier. I am proud to still be here.” 

Sophie Eisl – Bonus Episode Tassel Tales

“If many people do small things, it adds up to many many small things and many small things change big things.”

Kay Rawbone – Episode 9 Sailability

“We don’t say no. We say yes and figure out how to do things.”

Xania Wong – Episode 10 JOBDOH

“Go to your place, by yourself, and think about ‘what’s your purpose in life?’ And see what kind of legacy you want to leave when you leave the earth.“

Sarah Fowler – Episode 12 LocalMotion

“Understand what sparks passion and joy in your life.”

Belinda Poole – Episode 12 LocalMotion

“You don’t have a choice in what happens to you, but you absolutely have the choice in how you respond. And you can always, always do something positive.”

Here on #impact Podcast, we care a lot about women’s empowerment and gender equality. While we are gearing up for season five, you can go back and relisten to season three, dedicated to celebrating women in social impact. 

Speaking of season five, this upcoming season will be hosted by five incredible women working together across the globe to bring stories of those who are tackling the Sustainable Development Goals.

Here are your season 5 hosts. 

Regina Larko

I am: Quirky, social, passionate
If I ever write a biography, this would be its title: Journals of a Hopeless Optimist
Making an impact means: To believe that every little contribution counts and to never lose sight of the big picture at the same time.
What could everyone do right now to make the world a better place? Care more – about the people around you, the environment, the animals, and show them kindness.
This was the moment Regina fell in love with Podcasts. To find out why and how Regina started #impact Podcast, click here.

Alice Gumppenberg

I am: A sometimes too honest person with a strong will for making a change
If I ever write a biography, this would be its title: Train rides – my crazy, lonesome and fun journeys that impacted my life
Making an impact means: Getting tangible results by contributing expertise and influencing people with the right strategy.
What could everyone do right now to make the world a better place? 
Be kind in everything you do and humble for what the world provides to us.

Amanda Williams

I am: Passionate, hopeful, open-minded
If I ever write a biography, this would be its title: The Privileged Immigrant – Getting to Know Yourself and Your Country From Afar
Making an impact means: Actively pursuing positive change, taking into account short- and long-term consequences on yourself, your community and the environment.
What could everyone do right now to make the world a better place? 
Practice empathy and compassion – try to put yourself in other people’s shoes or see from their vantage point.

Belinda Esterhammer

I am: Curious, creative, honest
If I ever write a biography, this would be the title: Life is Too Short to Remove the USB Safely
Making an impact means: Leaving a mark and changing things up. 
What could everyone do now to make the world a better place?
 Pick something that you care about and then start doing that something NOW. It does not matter how small the first step is; starting out is always the hardest thing.

Carol Li

I am: Caring, compassionate, courageous
If I ever write a biography, this would be its title: My Grandparents’ Legacy
Making an impact means: Understanding the fact that there is so much that needs to be done to make a better place, so it is up to each and every one of us be a part of this collective effort for change.
What could everyone do right now to make the world a better place? 
Listen. When we take the time to listen and validate other’s experiences, then we can truly love and make an #impact.

In this episode, you get to hear the voices of all our wonderful hosts. Enjoy!

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