Ever felt the pull between profit and purpose? This episode dives deep with Ilene Marcus, a powerhouse who's navigated the treacherous terrain of social services, economic development, and building sustainable businesses. From escaping a toxic nonprofit to creating a thriving consultancy, Ilene reveals her secrets to aligning mission with money—and keeping your sanity intact. Discover the power of the "financial runway," and unconventional productivity hacks, and the one piece of advice every female entrepreneur needs to hear. Prepare for a rollercoaster of insights, inspiration, and a cliffhanger ending you won't believe! Listen now to find out what happened!