Climate change. For many business leaders and executives, the term conjures images of melting glaciers, dire scientific reports, and a sense of overwhelming scale. It’s easy to feel that the problem is too big, too abstract, and too far removed from our daily lives. But what if there's a different way?

The host, Charlene Norman, of Good Stewardship; Lasting Impact explores how personal experience and storytelling might transform the way we approach climate change. Here are the main themes covered in this episode.

1. Make Climate Change Personal: Start with Your Own Weather Diary

2. Connect the Dots: Understand the Long Game of Nature

3. Shift the Narrative: It’s Not About Saving the Earth—It’s About Saving Ourselves

4. Build Community Through Storytelling and Relationships

5. Be a Bridge Builder: Inspire Action for Future Generations

Conclusion: YOUR Story Matters—Now Share It

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The 5Cs podcast, book and community are about shining a light on a better path. Think of it as a global village of business people giving Planet Earth a hand up. You can find Charlene Norman on LinkedIn and here. Consider subscribing for more thoughts from the 5Cs on Substack.

This is the final of the series: Unpacking Climate Change: The Science, the Myths, and the Urgency of Action.

With guest Thomas Schueneman of Global Warming is Real. Listen to Tom here, and sign up for his newsletter here.

The Key Takeaways:

Triple Bottom Line:

It’s time to think beyond profit. Tom and I discussed the importance of considering people and the planet alongside financial performance. It’s not just good ethics; it’s good business.

Circular Economy:

Imagine leasing washing machines instead of selling them. When they wear out, companies reclaim and recycle parts. This model reduces waste and promotes sustainability. Intrigued? You should be!

Packaging Responsibility:

Plastic waste is a massive issue. Tom urges businesses to take charge of their packaging choices. Let’s stop shifting the recycling burden to consumers and start exploring sustainable alternatives.

Emotional Engagement:

Facts and figures can be overwhelming. Tom suggests connecting with people on an emotional level by discussing local environmental changes. It’s about making climate change relatable and urgent.

Building Trust:

Trust is key. By discussing relatable topics like pollution, we can gradually introduce broader climate issues. It’s about building rapport and fostering meaningful conversations.

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The 5Cs podcast, book and community are about shining a light on a better path. Think of it as a global village of business people giving Planet Earth a hand up. You can find Charlene Norman on LinkedIn and here. Consider subscribing for more thoughts from the 5Cs on Substack.

This is the third episode of the series: Unpacking Climate Change: The Science, the Myths, and the Urgency of Action.

With guest Thomas Schueneman of Global Warming is Real. Listen to Tom here, and sign up for his newsletter here.

Thus far, we have covered the original scientific research reports and how they were co-opted to initiate the trend towards the misinformation and false narratives we see today. We’ve also examined how the mixed messaging and confusing communications have successfully numbed the average consumer and business leader. And today, we jump into equally provocative topics.

The Key Highlights are --

-The Chicken Little Effect: Why Clarity Matters

-The Human Response: Doom, Denial, and Everything In Between

-Electric Vehicles: Not the Silver Bullet

-The Recycling Conundrum: Progress and Pitfalls

-Consumerism and the Great Acceleration

-Overwhelm and Adaptation: The Modern Dilemma

-Actionable Advice: Small Steps, Big Impact

-Collective Commitment for a Sustainable Future

Have you rated yourself on your Stewardship capabilities? Take the Stewardship Quiz today!

The 5Cs podcast, book and community are about shining a light on a better path. Think of it as a global village of business people giving Planet Earth a hand up. You can find Charlene Norman on LinkedIn and here. Consider subscribing for more thoughts from the 5Cs on Substack.