The Unexpected Key to Breaking the Poverty Cycle (With Nancy Economou) – Episode 517

In this episode, I chat with Nancy Economou, founder and CEO of Watts of Love, a nonprofit on a mission to break the cycle of poverty through solar lighting and financial literacy.

Nancy shares her incredible journey from selling high-end jewelry to bringing light—literally—to some of the world’s poorest communities. She dives into the pivotal moments that led her to start Watts of Love, the challenges she faced, and the impact her work is having across the globe.

If you’re an entrepreneur, visionary, or just someone who wants to make a difference, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable insights!

You can listen to the full episode here 🡻

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How to Take Bold Steps Toward Your Calling

Feeling called to do something bigger, but not sure where to start? Nancy’s journey proves that big impact starts with small, faithful steps. In this episode, she shares key lessons on stepping into your purpose with boldness and trust.

✦ From Jewelry Sales to Global Impact
How Nancy went from selling luxury goods to serving those in extreme poverty.
✦ The Power of Saying Yes
How one trip to the Philippines changed her life and launched Watts of Love.
✦ Starting Small, Dreaming Big
The importance of taking small, actionable steps toward a big vision.
✦ Faith & Entrepreneurship
How trusting God opened doors and provided resources beyond what she imagined.
✦ Building a Scalable Model
How Watts of Love empowers local leaders and communities for long-term impact.
✦ Challenges & Lessons Learned
The biggest obstacles Nancy faced in funding, logistics, and leadership.
✦ The Power of Light
Real-life stories of how a simple solar light can change a family’s future.

Practical & Actionable Takeaways From This Episode

✦ Take the first step
Even if the vision feels overwhelming, start small and trust God to lead the way.
✦ Speak your dream out loud
Share your vision with others; you never know who will support or connect you.
✦ Follow the open doors
Pay attention to where you see momentum and favor, and lean into it.
✦ Empower others
Lasting impact happens when you equip people to sustain change in their own communities.
✦ Trust God in the process
Even when things seem impossible, He provides in ways you never expect.

About Nancy

Nancy Economou is the founder and CEO of Watts of Love, a global nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through solar light and financial literacy. Since 2013, Watts of Love has distributed over 165,000 solar lights to families living in extreme poverty, empowering them with tools for a brighter future.

💡 Learn more & get involved: www.wattsoflove.org

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