"Building Impact" with Tamika Smith

"We shouldn't be accepting things the way that they've always been done because how they've always been done is not working."

Summary

In this episode, Tamika Smith, Entrepreneur Woman of the Year, shares her groundbreaking insights into solving the affordable housing crisis. Want to make a lasting impact in housing? Here’s how:

šŸš€ Build Smart & Fast: Learn how offsite construction is revolutionizing housing delivery for vulnerable communities—speed without compromising quality!

šŸ’” Impact First, Profit Follows: Discover why investing in social impact is not only the right thing but also a viable business strategy.

šŸ‘„ Empower Through Innovation: Hear how Tamika’s platform, Top 100 Women, is changing the game for women in construction worldwide.

šŸ” Developers as Change Makers: Be part of the solution—create models that deliver affordable housing efficiently and sustainably.

šŸ“ˆ Stay Focused & Disciplined: Tamika shares her daily affirmations and routines that keep her mission-driven and on track.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:09 Challenging the Status Quo in Housing

09:00 Taking Action and Making an Impact

11:29 Programs for Regional and Permanent Housing

21:23 Creating Independent Models

24:09 The Impact of Government Policies

34:13 Making an Impact and Helping People in Need