Today, Maria interviews David Dvorkin, the founder of Hire Cause. During this inspiring conversation, David explores his love for how human beings organize systems and cultures that led him down his entrepreneurial path. He discusses how Hire Cause is empowering students through civic engagement programs to develop professional skills and become leaders in their community. David ends with his family story that has shaped his beliefs and continues to guide his work today and in the future.
Today, Maria interviews David Dvorkin, the founder of Hire Cause. During this inspiring conversation, David explores his love for how human beings organize systems and cultures that led him down his entrepreneurial path. He discusses how Hire Cause is empowering students through civic engagement programs to develop professional skills and become leaders in their community. David ends with his family story that has shaped his beliefs and continues to guide his work today and in the future.
Production team:
Host : Maria Xenidou
Producer: Julie-Roxane Krikorian
Introduction Voice: David Bourne
Contact us:
impactlearningpodcast@gmail.com
Music credits:
Like Lee performed by The Mini Vandals
Transition sounds: Swamp Walks performed by Jingle Punks
Mentioned in this episode
How to Change the World: Social Entrepreneurs and the Power of New Ideas
Fear Setting: A Checklist Template for Defining Your Fears
Listen to this episode and explore:
How philosophy and systems impacted David (4:39)
His first career chapter (8:58)
The Hire Cause chapter (11:11)
Laura’s example: a student enrolling in Hire Cause at 15 years old (16:39)
The power of active learning (22:12)
The value of community when creating something different (23:44)
The most challenging part of the entrepreneurial journey (27:05)
The Fear Setting exercise (28:45)
Hire Cause’s Mission (32:15)
Gratitude for a family story (35:28)