Season 242 Episode 8262
S1 E34 - Investing and Shopping Local Pair Well
"AMIBA Leader Jen Risley Says There Are Big Positive Benefits for Communities When More People Invest and Shop Local http://05dec23.s4g.biz AI Episode Summary The guest, Jen Risley, is the operations manager at the American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA) and the editor of the Main Street Journal. The focus of the conversation is on the importance of shopping local and supporting locally-owned businesses. The initiative, known as Shop Indie Local, aims to encourage people to shift their spending to local businesses from November 1st to the end of the year. Shopping local helps to support the local economy, create jobs, and contribute to charitable causes in the community. It is easy to be tempted by the convenience and affordability of online platforms like Amazon, but shopping local has a more significant impact on the community. Tips for shopping locally include making a conscious decision to shift some spending, asking friends for recommendations, starting small with local food options, and exploring local farmer's markets or co-ops. Jen also works on promoting local investing through crowdfunding in the Main Street Journal. Local investing through crowdfunding platforms like Wefunder helps to support local businesses and allows investors to make a profit. By connecting different topics and passions and sharing them on social media, Jen believes that she can inspire others to learn and make connections as well. Jen encourages people to follow hashtags related to their interests on social media platforms, engage with the conversations, and share their own findings and insights with others. http://superpowers4good.com"
