055. Casting Ripples of Impact in Your World

How can a simple act of kindness create a ripple effect of hope and transformation? Join Teri Johnson as he welcomes Jessica Klassen, the visionary founder of Ripple Boxes, a remarkable service that sends tangible reminders of God's promises and our true identities. Delve into Jessica's inspiring journey as a missionary and learn how she discovered that impact knows no boundaries. Explore actionable strategies to infuse your life with purpose and love, and join the movement of casting ripples of hope and light.

Get ready to be inspired as Jessica reveals strategies to infuse your personal and professional lives with purpose and love!

[00:00 - 05:24] Introducing Jessica Klassen: Inspiring Ripples of Hope and Light with Ripple Boxes

• Jessica Klassen is the founder of Ripple Boxes, which casts ripples of hope and light in communities
• Ripple Boxes encompass four ripples, namely giving, receiving, continuing the ripple, and supporting small businesses
• Jessica's motivation comes from a desire to encourage and bless others, utilizing her natural gifts to cast ripples of hope and light
• Ripple Boxes support small businesses and include items that contribute to causes like combating sex trafficking and assisting marginalized individuals
• The surprise and joy of receiving a thoughtful gift in the mail are key aspects of the Ripple Boxes experience

[05:25 - 10:58] How Refine Empowered Jessica's Entrepreneurial Journey and Fueled Momentum in the Ripple Boxes Initiative

• Refine community played a pivotal role in supporting and guiding Jessica throughout their entrepreneurial journey
• Jessica joined Refine in August and received valuable assistance in refining their message, identifying their target market, and developing a strategic plan for monetization, resulting in the successful launch of their venture in October
• Jessica is experiencing momentum and discovering what customers truly desire as she continues to refine her offerings
• The primary beneficiaries of Ripple Boxes are individuals with masterminds or clients to whom they wish to express gratitude regularly
• The initiative attracts Christian entrepreneurs who have a heart for blessing others and making a positive impact in their communities

[10:58 - 14:05] Spreading Ripples of Kindness: Jessica's Simple Ways to Make a Difference in Your Community

• Jessica suggests expressing gratitude by saying thank you to individuals who often go unnoticed for their extra efforts, such as paraeducators or those who refill trash cans
• Ripple Boxes include a mini thank you coin to acknowledge and appreciate those who perform thankless jobs, reminding them that their work is seen and valued
• Jessica emphasizes the power of a smile as a simple yet impactful gesture that can brighten someone's day and make them feel acknowledged.
• She encourages going beyond surface-level conversations by genuinely asking people how they're doing and showing a sincere interest in their well-being
• Jessica recommends offering to pray for others, regardless of their religious beliefs, and following up on their prayer requests to demonstrate care and support

[14:06 - 19:20] The Connected Faith Podcast Ignites Change and Empowers Lives

• Her new podcast, titled "The Connected Faith Podcast," features a combination of solo episodes and interviews with guests
• The podcast emphasizes the importance of recognizing and utilizing one's own abilities to have a significant impact on their immediate surroundings
• Listeners are encouraged to embrace their unique calling and make a positive difference in their own spheres of influence
• The next episode will be about three things that could save your life and business

Connect with Jessica!

You can find her on Instagram, and Facebook Group

Visit her Podcast: The Connected Faith Podcast 

Let's cast ripples in our community! Grab Jessica's PDF with ideas how here » https://keap.page/cco915/let-s-cast-ripples.html

Connect with Jessica through her website here » https://www.rippleboxes.com/

Quotes: 

It's loving the people that you're around, and that's how you make that difference. It's not that I have to go somewhere else to make a difference. No! You can actually make a difference wherever God planted you. - Jessica Klassen

"My heart is to be able to cast ripples of hope and light in these communities. There's a lot of discouragement in people right now, so my heart really is for us as a community of Christians to encourage those around us." - Jessica Klassen

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