About this episode

Liz Mosley interviews Dave Linton about how Madlug is using bags to create a positive social impact.

Over the Summer I've curated a mini series of some of my favourite episodes from the podcast so far. We revisit old episodes that have stayed rent-free in my brain! I'm always inspired by stories of purpose-driven businesses. In this episode, I sit down with Dave Linton, founder of Madlug; a brand that proves business can be a force for good. Dave's journey from youth worker to social entrepreneur is filled with lessons on resilience, clarity of mission, and the power of a simple story. Whether you're building a brand or just looking for a spark of inspiration, I hope this conversation encourages you to think bigger about the impact you can make. Key Takeaways A Clear Mission Creates Momentum When you know the problem you're solving and stay true to it, your brand's story becomes magnetic and memorable. Start Small, Dream Big Even with limited resources, bold ideas and determination can lead to global impact. Let Your Story Be Shared Make your mission easy to understand and repeat, when others can tell your story, your message spreads further than you ever could alone. Embrace Growth and Its Challenges Every stage of building something meaningful brings new lessons. Growth may be…

People in this episode

Host: Liz Mosley

Guest: Dave Linton

Topics covered

• purpose-driven business
• social entrepreneurship
• impact
• resilience
• brand storytelling

Keywords

• Madlug
• social entrepreneur
• business for good
• impact
• brand mission

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Madlug

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