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Becoming a Changemaker
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Becoming a Changemaker

An Actionable, Inclusive Guide to Leading Positive Change at Any Level

Balance, 2022 подробнее...

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Given the rapid pace of change, succeeding requires becoming a “changemaker,” writes social entrepreneur Alex Budak. Changemakers look optimistically toward the positive possibilities of the future, explains Budak, empowering themselves to spearhead progress. Anyone can learn to be a changemaker by committing to developing the skills and strengths required and by embracing agency with courage. Stop waiting for permission to enact change and embark on your journey as a changemaker today.

Summary

“Changemakers” are hopeful disrupters who upset the status quo and identify opportunities at the intersection of disciplines.

A changemaker is someone who drives positive change from wherever they are. This simple, all-encompassing definition includes those who instigate small, incremental change as well as those who pioneer paradigm-shifting change. Changemakers don’t just conceive of ideas but take action to create a more positive future. To become a changemaker, tap into your inner agency and learn to drive, shape, and lead change. Change is a formidable juggernaut that can be tricky to navigate, so learn to get comfortable with it. You’ll learn to spot opportunities amid the flux if you adopt the mentality of a changemaker, which boasts three fundamental characteristics: First, changemakers aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. They are curious nonconformists, and they take smart, measured risks. Second, they discover opportunities at the intersection of diverse fields, combining multiple perspectives and outlooks to find the best possible solutions. And third, changemakers embrace hope, combining ...

About the Author

Social entrepreneur Alex Budak is a co-founder of StartSomeGood, a community that aims to support fledgling social entrepreneurs. He teaches the course “Becoming a Changemaker” at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business.


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