Career. Giving. Love. Peter Eastwood

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The Eloquent Entrepreneur: Conversations with Everyday Changemakers

Linda Mackie

25 episodes

2 weeks ago

I believe anyone can make a positive difference in the world, and you don't have to be a celebrity or billionaire to do it. All you really need is the desire to use your special gifts, talents, and passions, and then simply begin. THE ELOQUENT ENTREPRENEUR is a place where I have conversations with everyday changemakers who not only want to thrive in their business but who also want to make their mark so that we can collectively create a lasting legacy and ignite others to do the same. Listen in for inspiring stories, hard-won wisdom, and learn practical tools to help accelerate your impact.

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Career. Giving. Love. Peter Eastwood

The Eloquent Entrepreneur: Conversations with Everyday Changemakers

58 minutes 46 seconds

5 months ago

Career. Giving. Love. Peter Eastwood

In this episode of The Eloquent Entrepreneur, I sit down with Peter Eastwood, a creative visionary, photographer, and lifelong mentor, to explore the real story behind his work, purpose, and the impact he’s making.

We talk about finding unexpected family, rebuilding in the wake of crisis, the long game of giving back, and how Peter built his path forward—guided by instinct, care, and deep personal connection. This episode is filled with meaningful moments, gentle wisdom, and the kind of clarity that comes from a life fully lived.

If you’re building something of your own, working with others in a meaningful way, or just needing a little reminder of what’s possible when people show up with purpose—this one’s for you.

Listen now and learn more about the Sri Lankan eco lodge project: petereastwood.ca

QUOTE HIGHLIGHT

"We met Wagisha in 2009, and I’ve grown to love him like a son," said Peter. "Now, Philip and I are surrogate grandparents to his children."

TAKEAWAYS

- Purpose isn’t something you plan—it’s something you live.

- One small connection can shape your future.

- Showing up with care is more powerful than you think.

- Education is crucial for empowering future generations.

- Community projects can have lasting impact.

- Personal challenges can inspire greater empathy.

- Staying connected to the world is essential for growth.

- Every small contribution can lead to significant change.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Empowering Everyday Change Makers

02:25 The Sri Lankan Project: A Journey of Connection

12:10 Resilience and Rebuilding After the Tsunami

19:53 A Life of Diverse Experiences and Lessons Learned

30:15 The Uganda Project: Building Community and Hope

32:33 The Impact of Special Needs Initiatives in Uganda

35:05 Transformative Experiences Through Photography

38:24 Long-Term Community Development and Education

42:49 Overcoming Challenges and Staying Inspired

50:10 The Importance of Education for Future Generations

54:04 A Glimpse into Sri Lanka's Natural Beauty

PETER'S GOFUNDME

gofundme.com/f/us-rebuild-a-lodge-for-a-sustainable-future-in-sri-lanka

VISIT

Website: eloquententrepreneur.com

Instagram: instagram.com/eloquententrepreneur

CREDITS

Host: Linda Mackie

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lindamackiecreative

Production: Keenlii – keenlii.com

Producer: Barry Keegan – linkedin.com/in/barrykeegan

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ABOUT THE SHOW

The Eloquent Entrepreneur is a podcast where I chat with my clients and changemakers alike—from across Canada and beyond—about the work they do, the stories that have shaped them, and the impact they’re making. Because making a difference just starts with showing up—and these conversations remind us just how empowering that can be.