109: A Simple Modern Approach to Company Generosity: Interview with Mike Beckham, CEO of Simple Modern

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Join me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer and kickstart your grant writing career today: The Quest for the Perfect Water Bottle A couple of years ago I needed a new water bottle. But not just any water bottle. You see, even though it’s a small thing, it’s also a big thing. I drink a lot of water all day, every day. I feel all weird and shrively if I don’t. Because it’s such an everyday thing for me, a water bottle is an important decision. It had to be just right. We’re talking…Color. Size. Shape. Lid. Spout. Straw. Handle. Price. Lightweight. Fits in my hand. Fits in my car cup holder. Keeps it cold in a hot car for days. The brand didn’t matter as long as it fit ALL the other requirements. Not asking for much, right? I finally stumbled across what looked like the perfect water bottle combination, so I added it to my Christmas list. I’d never heard of the brand before, but decided to give it a chance. My husband was happy to have the recommendation and checked it off his list. Best water bottle decision ever. is now my go-to water bottle brand. Lest you think this is a commercial, though, turns out there’s a whole lot more to the story than just a good water bottle. After reading more about Simple Modern, I connected with the CEO. Pretty soon it was obvious that you needed to talk with him too, so - here we are. Today I’m chatting with Mike Beckham, the CEO of Simple Modern. He’s full of wisdom on leadership, nonprofits, and entrepreneurship. Mike gives us guidance on how skills in both the for-profit world and the nonprofit world translate to support one another, how we can develop a quality of life and corporate culture, and what factors help create a successful organization. Listen in for some tips of gold! Challenge Question: How can you best steward your resources right now by transferring skills you already have into the nonprofit world? Meet Mike Beckham: Mike’s career began by working for the nonprofit Christian ministry, Campus Crusade for Christ, also known as CRU. He then transitioned into founding many e-commerce businesses, and is most recently the CEO of . Simple Modern’s mission statement is, “We exist to give generously,” and Mike is passionate about sharing his experiences with others. Mike is also the entrepreneur-in-residence for the Tom Love Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Oklahoma. Connect with Mike: Free Audit: How Grant-Ready Is Your Nonprofit? If you need support in your journey to excellence as a grant writer, I’d like to invite you to join me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer. Go to and start learning today. Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Grant Writer? If you’re ready to explore a career in grant writing, take my free quiz, “” People are always surprised at how many skills they already have. The distance isn’t as far as they thought. Let’s figure out how you can use your skills to help change your world. If you’re ready to step up your nonprofit game, join me on the . The world needs you. Connect with Teresa Huff: Website: Take the Quiz: Social: Get on the Fast Track to Grant Writer: