Persevere Podcast

Persevere Podcast


EP34 Empowering Change-Makers to Create the World of Their Dreams

September 22, 2022

Pursuing the balance of business, planet, and community to help create a sustainable world is no small feat. For Heather McDougall, this mission starts with Bogobrush.


Confounded with her brother, Bogobrush is a sustainable (and beautiful) toothbrush created using plant-based materials like coffee grounds and recycled plastic, that would otherwise go to a landfill.


As you’ll learn from today’s conversation, Heather believes in a vibrant, balanced world that thrives when we share and learn together. She describes herself as a global speaker, mentor, and social entrepreneur who is helping change-makers activate their missions for people and the planet.


In this episode, we take a look at how Heather is realizing this vision as she builds her personal brand. We also touch on some of the challenges that she has faced as a female founder in the tech space and how her message has evolved over the years.


You’ll also find out why Heather believes that learning to embrace your inner critic can help you overcome imposter syndrome, how you can benefit from investing in coaching, and some of the ways you can leverage your unique story to make an impact, plus so much more!


To learn more about the power of working together to move the system forward, make sure to tune in today!


Topics discussed in this episode:

  • A look at Heather’s legal background
  • How venture capital can push society and the planet forward
  • Insight into the Bogobrush origin story
  • Changing mindsets, one toothbrush at a time!
  • Why consumers are willing to pay more for planet-friendly products
  • The power of working together to move the system forward
  • Adding value to byproducts by repurposing them
  • Overcoming imposter syndrome as you build your personal brand
  • How Heather’s message has evolved as she grows her business
  • Challenges she has faced as a female founder in tech
  • Learning to love your inner critic 
  • Why you should invest in coaching today!
  • The art of leveraging your unique story to make an impact
  • Inspiration versus desperation when confronted with your vulnerabilities
  • Creating a mindset of abundance, even in times of scarcity


Learn more about Bogobrush here or stay up to date with Heather by visiting her website. You can also follow her on Instagram and TikTok!


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