2021-09-09
52 分钟Hey.
So after years in the entertainment world, Justin Baldoni found that kind of classic breakout moment as an actor in the role of Raphael Solano in the hit show Jane the Virgin.
But underneath what seemed to be extraordinary mainstream success, a certain discontent and vision of what the industry and life could be was brewing.
In no small part fueled by a deep devotion to his Baha'I faith, which really stresses unity and universal dignity.
He began to question everything from the way stories were told to the fundamental underpinning of the entertainment machine and even his own place in it.
And that led him into an even deeper exploration of identity and relationships and eventually a questioning of modern concepts of masculinity, which led him to write his first book, Man Enough.
It also led Justin to reimagine how he would create this next season of work and life.
He co founded Wayfarer Studios, an independent financial and production engine pioneering purpose driven, multi platform film and television productions that really elevate and speak to the human spirit.
He's on a bit of a mission to just completely disrupt the typical studio model by producing stories that serve as true agents for social change.
And Justin also founded and serves as chairman of the Wayfarer Foundation, a nonprofit organization that's dedicated to transforming the way communities see and respond to the needs of people experiencing homelessness.
Each year, that foundation puts on one of Los Angeles's largest volunteer events, the Skid Row Carnival of Love, which provides connection and services and resources to people who are experiencing homelessness in LA's skid row community.
And over the past few years, over 6000 volunteers have served over 15,000 guests, providing them access to over 100 service partners.
So excited to share all aspects of this story with you.
And before we dive in, over the next couple of weeks leading up to the launch of my book sparked on September 21, which introduces you to the ten sparketypes or imprints for work that make you come alive.
I was so inspired by the amazing people that I was able to sit down with and the stories that I was able to share in the book.
I thought it would be fun to share.
Some of these sparked stories as short, fun hits of inspiration and insight as we all make the transition into a season of reimagining and, for many, reinvention.
So here's today's story.
Toronto based executive coach and founder of Parachute executive coaching, Karen Wright Advisor Warrior has been a trusted guide to leaders in industry for more than two decades, focusing on leadership development, change management and strategic growth.
Working with CEO's and senior leaders, often at times of great disruption and transition.