How This Entrepreneur is Turning Plastic Waste into Gold!
A Episode by Jess Hodge (Resourceful Living)
About this Episode
Welcome to another captivating episode of the Online Prosperity Show with your host, Prosper Taruvinga! In today’s episode, we are thrilled to introduce you to Jess Hodge, the visionary founder of Resourceful Living. Jess is not just an entrepreneur; she’s a pioneer in sustainable plastic manufacturing. As a mother of three boys, Jess masterfully balances her personal life with her professional aspirations, all while driving a business that’s making a significant impact on our environment.
Resourceful Living is not your average manufacturing company. Jess and her team are dedicated to transforming single-use plastics into durable, high-quality products for homes and offices across Australia. In this episode, Jess shares her journey from starting with a wide array of products to narrowing her focus on simplicity and sustainability. She reveals the innovative strategies that have set Resourceful Living apart, such as using local market stalls for customer feedback and opening her factory doors to the public for brand-building visits.
Throughout the conversation, Jess offers invaluable insights into the challenges of changing consumer perceptions about recycled plastic and the creative solutions she’s implemented to overcome them. You’ll also hear about a pivotal moment in Jess’s life when she realized she was destined to create her own path rather than work for someone else. This realization fueled her passion for sustainability and set her on the path to founding Resourceful Living.
Jess also talks about her company’s flagship products, such as 100% recycled plastic panels, and how they are helping to reduce the environmental burden of plastic waste. These panels are not only eco-friendly but can be recycled multiple times, offering a sustainable solution for home and office furnishings.
If you’re interested in learning how to build a sustainable business, innovate within your industry, or simply want to be inspired by an entrepreneur who is making a difference, this episode is for you.
Make sure to stick around until the end, where Jess shares the best way to connect with her and Resourceful Living. And don’t forget to rewatch the episode, share it with your network, and subscribe to our channel for more insightful content like this. Every small step toward sustainability counts, and Jess’s journey is a shining example of how passion and purpose can lead to profound change.